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At least 18 killed in Cairo building collapse

At least 18 killed in Cairo building collapse
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An eight-floor residential building has collapsed in Cairo, killing at least 18 people. Rescuers spent the night sifting through the rubble in a densely populated area northeast of the Egyptian capital.

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Authorities say the collapse was probably caused by an illegal extension built on top of the building.

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