"Deadly Earthquake Strikes China, Leaving Over 120 Dead and Countless Injured"
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Gansu and Qinghai provinces in northwestern China, killing at least 120 people and injuring over 500 others. The quake caused buildings to collapse while residents were sleeping, and survivors faced subzero temperatures as they fled their homes. Rescue operations are underway to search for survivors, with thousands of tents, cots, blankets, mattresses, and coats being delivered to affected areas. The region, known for its earthquake-prone belt, has suffered from inadequate infrastructure and poorly constructed houses, exacerbating the casualties. China's top leader, Xi Jinping, has ordered the repair of infrastructure and assistance to affected areas.