As President Obama tries to reach a Pacific trade deal over the opposition of many Democrats, he’s also grappling with Republicans in advancing his climate-change agenda. Photo: AP
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VIDEO: Cyclone Pam bears down on Pacific island nations
A powerful cyclone hit the Pacific islands of Vanuatu, Kiribati and Tuvalu, destroying some homes and causing extensive damage. The Category 5 cyclone had average wind speeds of 155 mph to 167 mph, with gusts up to 211 mph, according to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
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