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Death of Frits Bolkestein Prompts Political Tributes

Frits Bolkestein, former leader of the Dutch VVD party, died yesterday at age 91 after a long illness; his death has elicited tributes from across the political spectrum, highlighting his significant influence and intellectual contributions to Dutch politics, particularly regarding immigration debat...

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Death of Nigerian Leader Edwin Clark

Nigerian political leader and PANDEF founder Edwin Clark died on February 17, 2025, at age 97, leaving a legacy of advocacy for the Niger Delta and national unity following a long career in politics and peacemaking.

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Still Game Actor Jimmy Martin Dies at 93

Scottish actor Jimmy Martin, famed for his role as "Auld" Eric in the long-running BBC sitcom Still Game, passed away at age 93; his memorable performances brought joy to fans and colleagues alike.

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Quantum Physicist Jiri Cizek Dies at 86

Jiri Cizek, a quantum physicist born in Prague in 1938, died on December 24, 2024, in Toronto from COVID-19; his foundational work, Coupled Clusters Theory, revolutionized molecular chemistry; his life was marked by exile and a commitment to academic freedom.

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Veteran Israeli Journalist Anan Safadi Dies at 92

Veteran Israeli journalist Anan Safadi, a key figure in English-language news, died at 92; his career covered pivotal Middle Eastern peace processes, and his commitment to journalistic integrity led to conflict with some governments.

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Death of German Politician Gerhart Baum at 92

Gerhart Baum, a German politician who witnessed the bombing of Dresden and later served as Federal Minister of the Interior, died at age 92 in Cologne; his career was marked by unwavering convictions and a commitment to human rights, notably mediating a settlement between the German government and v...

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Germany Bids Farewell to Former President Horst Köhler in State Funeral

Germany held a state funeral for former President Horst Köhler on February 1st, attended by current President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and other dignitaries, celebrating Köhler's life and career, from refugee to IMF head and ultimately, German President.

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Scottish Crime Writer Denzil Meyrick Dies at 59

Scottish crime writer Denzil Meyrick died aged 59 at his home near Loch Lomond on Friday; he was known for his DCI Jim Daley novels, and a TV series based on the books is in production.

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Death of Josep Toro Trallero: A Legacy in Clinical Psychology and Anorexia Research

Josep Toro Trallero, a renowned Spanish clinical psychologist and founder of Galton psychology practice, passed away; his significant contributions to the field included his book, "El cuerpo como delito," which profoundly analyzed the societal and biological influences on anorexia.

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Author Geoff Nicholson Dies at 71

British author Geoff Nicholson, known for surreal comedies and psychogeography explorations, died aged 71; his 50-year career included 17 novels, a photography project documenting 58,000 London streets, and a shift towards simpler themes in later works.

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Gerhart Baum: Post-Ministerial Advocacy Shaped German Civil Liberties

Gerhart Rudolf Baum, a German FDP politician and jurist, served as Federal Minister of the Interior (1978-1982), later becoming a prominent advocate for civil liberties, challenging state surveillance and successfully defending journalistic freedoms; he passed away on February 15th at age 92.

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Death of Gerhart Baum: Loss of Prominent German Politician and Human Rights Advocate

Gerhart Baum, former German Federal Minister of the Interior and prominent FDP politician, died at age 92; he was known for his social liberal views, human rights advocacy, and legal challenges to government surveillance.

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