Colombia Earthquake Rescue, Severe Storm Forecast, Rare Sky Event and more

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We hear from a man who survived the deadly earthquake in Colombia as desperate rescues are underway. Hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses are without power as thunderstorms pack a punch. A psychiatric nurse practitioner took the stand in Lindsay Clancy’s trial. A former US Marine detained in Russia is on his way home. Plus, a rare, double celestial treat lights up the sky this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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