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A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico, the U.S. Geological Survey says. The earthquake was felt strongly in Mexico City, according to a Reuters witness. Mexico's National Seismological Survey said the temblor had an epicenter southwest of Ometepec. The quake was located 120 miles east of Acapulco. A person at Acapulco City Hall told NBC News that they felt the quake but had no reports of injuries or damages yet. It was six miles (10 kilometers) underground. The Associated Press and Reuters contributed to this report. This story is developing. Please check MSNBC.com later for more details. The news leader of the Twin Tiers ... since 1947

LOS ANGELES, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Controversial "American Idol" contestant and former child star Joanna Pacitti has been booted off the talent show, apparently due to her past in the music business. Pacitti, 23, was put through to the Top 36 in an episode of the show broadcast on Wednesday, but her name was missing from a Fox television news release late on Wednesday on the Top 36. "It has been determined that Joanna Pacitti is ineligible to continue in the competition," the statement said, adding that Felicia Barton had taken her place. For the full story, go to Reuters .