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Thousands Mourn Malian Musician Amadou Bagayoko

Thousands gathered in Bamako, Mali, on Sunday for the funeral of Amadou Bagayoko, of the internationally acclaimed duo Amadou & Mariam, who died Friday at age 70 after a period of illness, leaving a significant void in the world of Malian and global music.

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Alex Wheatle, Author and Activist, Dies at 62

Alex Wheatle, author of the Crongton series and activist, died at 62 from prostate cancer; his impactful work, based on personal experiences of abuse and incarceration, gave voice to marginalized youth and promoted prostate cancer awareness.

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Death of Georg Gölter: Long-time Rhineland-Palatinate Minister Passes Away at 86

Georg Gölter, a former Rhineland-Palatinate state minister and CDU member, died at age 86; he served as Minister for Social Affairs, Health, and Sport from 1977 and as Minister of Culture from 1981 to 1991, leaving a significant mark on education and cultural policy in the region.

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Death of Beloved Dutch Newsreader Harmen Siezen

Harmen Siezen, a prominent Dutch newsreader for the NOS, passed away recently after a 33-year career marked by his calm demeanor, occasional humor, and coverage of significant events including the Tenerife air disaster; he mentored younger colleagues and represented a shift towards a more relaxed ne...

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Death of Beloved Dutch News Anchor Harmen Siezen at 84

Harmen Siezen, a renowned Dutch news anchor for the NOS Journaal for over three decades, passed away at age 84; his calm delivery and coverage of significant events like the Tenerife air disaster established him as a beloved figure in Dutch television.

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Godfather of Freak Folk" Michael Hurley Dies at 83

American singer-songwriter Michael Hurley, known as the "godfather of freak folk," died suddenly at age 83; his family announced the news, but the cause of death remains undisclosed. His prolific five-decade career, marked by a unique blend of eccentric genius and compassionate wit, deeply influence...

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Death of Australian Author Kerry Greenwood at 70

Australian author Kerry Greenwood, known for her Phryne Fisher mystery novels, died at age 70 on March 26th after an illness; a private service was held in Melbourne.

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Reduced Inequality
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Death of Longtime Rhineland-Palatinate Minister Georg Gölter at 86

Georg Gölter, a former Rhineland-Palatinate state minister and CDU member, died at age 86; his decades-long career included serving as Minister for Social Affairs, Health, and Sport (1977) and Minister of Culture (1981-1991), leaving a significant mark on education and cultural policy.

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Death of Beloved Dutch Newsreader Harmen Siezen

Harmen Siezen, a renowned Dutch newsreader for the NOS Journaal for 33 years, passed away; his career spanned major events, and he was known for his calm, authoritative presence, sometimes injecting humor into his delivery.

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Michael Hurley, Idiosyncratic Musician, Dies at 83

Michael Hurley, an 83-year-old musician, died on Tuesday after performing shows in Knoxville and Asheville despite being ill; his final album, "Broken Homes and Gardens," is expected this summer.

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Peace Activist Edith Ballantyne Dies at 102

Edith Ballantyne, a 102-year-old peace activist and former secretary-general of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, died March 25 in Geneva after a brief illness; her lifelong work combating injustice and promoting peace left a lasting impact on global activism.

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Val Kilmer, "Top Gun" Star, Dies at 65

Actor Val Kilmer, famous for roles in "Top Gun" and "Batman Forever," died aged 65 in Los Angeles on Tuesday from pneumonia, following a throat cancer diagnosis in 2014; his tracheotomy affected his voice but he returned to acting, notably in the "Top Gun" sequel.

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