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Unexploded World War II bomb found at a cemetery in Bochum

An unexploded British 250-kilogram bomb from World War II was found at a cemetery in Bochum, Germany, while workers were digging a new grave. About 1,000 people in the immediate area were evacuated, and those who had to leave their homes could shelter in a school building. Part of the A40 motorway was also closed.

The bomb was awaiting disposal. Further details about the operation were not reported.