Obama visits tornado-hit city

US President Barack Obama speaks to resident as he inspects tornado damage in Joplin, Missouri, May 29, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

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Li Yuchun first came to prominence in 2005 as the Super Girl winner, and since then has become an international star.