World Update from BBC News
Thousands dead in Chinese quakeAt least 10,000 people were killed when a 7.8-magnitude quake hit south-western China, state media says, as the president urges "all-out" efforts to rescue survivors.Embryology laws pass first hurdleMPs allow plans to update embryology laws to continue through Parliament, despite deep splits among MPs.Tests 'damaging' to school systemThe Sats tests being taken by 11-year-olds in England this week are damaging the balance of lessons, say MPs.Mother's horror at bakery murderThe mother of murdered Jimmy Mizen speaks of her shock and horror following his death.High Street sales fall againUK retail sales fall for the second month in April, according to the British Retail Consortium.
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