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Hong Kong market shuts amid bird flu fears

A bird market in Hong Kong has been closed down amid fears of an avian flu outbreak after a starling tested positive for the deadly H5N1 strain of the disease. Authorities said late Saturday the market, a popular tourist attraction, would be shut temporarily for thorough cleansing and disinfection and workers placed under medical surveillance. Full Story