In Thailand, Crash Leaves at Least 88 Dead

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PHUKET, Thailand — A plane carrying tourists crashed yesterday as it tried to land in stormy weather on the resort island of Phuket, engulfing some passengers in flames while others kicked out windows to escape the smoke-filled cabin. At least 88 people were killed.


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