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Current Events - January, 7th, 2010 -What is the current event that affected the world the most in 2009.

** H1N1 (Swine flu) Outbreak** January, 7th, 2010 On March 18 of 2009, a huge deadly flu began from Mexico. __The Swine Flu__. More then thousands of people became sick from his flu, and many of them died. The flu was caused by H1N1 virus. Which quickly spread around the world. In the United States, many schools closed down, when the virus spread there. Why this affects me is, I might catch the flu. And most likely die from it. This is a huge matter to the world because, thousands of people got this flu. And hundreds of them died. Anyone could get this flu if they aren't careful. Many people are scared of this flu, and are afraid to catch it. But it spread for a long time, and its very deadly. But thankfully, scientist have been able to find a cure for this. Providing many people with vaccines. But people still need to be careful because, no ones sure if it can return.

**Earthquake Hits Haiti** January 18th 2010 On January the 12th, a major 7.0 magnitude earthquake hits a very poor country Haiti. This was the biggest earthquake that hit in 200 years. It was followed by twelve aftershocks that were greater then magnitude 5.0. Bulidings and structures of many kind were all damaged, torn and collapsed on the floor. All the way from Shantytown homes to the national landmarks. A third of Haiti was affected by this earthquack. 50, 000 feared death. Many people are said to homeless, afraid to return back home. Thousands of kids are orphans now, as they cry for their parents. Haiti is a very poor country. People all over the world are trying their hardest to help Haiti, and the people in need of food and shelter. People say their last goodbyes to loved ones in Haiti. All over our world people are doing everything to help Haiti. It was a tragic event for a country like Haiti.