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China’s Government Struggles With Outcry Over Train Wreck
The Internet and Chinese state media continue to ask a steady stream of questions about last Saturday’s deadly high-speed rail accident. The persistent calls for answers come despite government assurances of a thorough investigation. The questioners are challenging the government and its ability to control public opinion.
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China Rail Ministry Apologizes for Deadly Train Accident
A spokesman for China’s Railway Ministry has apologized for a high-speed train accident that killed at least 35 people and injured more than 200 others late Saturday. While authorities are focusing now on rescue and recovery efforts, they have also pledged an investigation into what may have caused the two trains to collide.
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Canadian Pacific
Canadian Pacific Alberta Mainline Reopens After Floods
CALGARY — Canadian Pacific said the section of the CP main line east of Medicine Hat, AB that has been closed since June 18 is now open to traffic. This follows the reopening of the southern line between Lethbridge, AB and Swift Current, SK. The one in 100 year rainfall event (one in 500 year event in some locations) that washed out portions of the CP main line in Southeastern Alberta and Southwestern Saskatchewan caused widespread flooding and resulted in the closure of the TransCanada Highway and the declaration of states of emergency in nine municipal jurisdictions. During the 11