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Earthquake strikes Taiwan: 5.9 magnitude quake jolts country; no major damage reported

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A significant 5.9 magnitude earthquake rattled Taiwan, with its epicenter south of Hualien City. Buildings in Taipei swayed for about a minute, but initial reports indicate no major damage. Situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," Taiwan is earthquake-prone, having learned from a devastating 1999 quake, implementing stricter building codes and public education.

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