At least 16 killed as train hits bus in Russia

At least 16 people were killed on Friday when a train slammed into a bus that had broken down on a level crossing east of Moscow, authorities said. The collision occurred before dawn on Friday near the town of Pokrov, some 110 kilometres (70 miles) from the Russian capital.
"According to preliminary information, 16 people, including a child, have been killed," Russia's Investigative Committee said. "Other passengers, including minors, have been taken to hospital with various injuries. The number of dead and injured is being ascertained," the committee said, confirming it had opened an investigation. The regional interior ministry said the bus broke down on the level crossing.