[Russia] - Guest Train Derails in Southern Russia, Injuring Dozens

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least 55 people, including children and two staff, were hospitalized
Another 140 passengers suffered minor bruises and scrapes, Russian Railways said, adding that 803 people had been on board the train.Images
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