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Former China leader Jiang Zemin dead at 96
Former China leader Jiang Zemin dead at 96
by  AFP

Jiang Zemin led China through an era of stunning transformation after coming to power in the traumatic aftermath of the Tiananmen Square crackdown. Viewed by many as a transitional figure, Jiang was politically hamstrung in the Tiananmen aftermath.

Half of world's democracies in decline: report
Half of world's democracies in decline: report
by  AFP

Half the world's democratic countries are experiencing an erosion of democracy, intensified by war in Ukraine and economic crisis, an international think tank said in a report on Wednesday.

Climate's toll on trees threatens the sound of music
Climate's toll on trees threatens the sound of music
by  AFP

Stroking a tiny spruce sapling, Swiss forest ranger Francois Villard fears the tree will not withstand global warming and live to a ripe old age like its ancestors. "I have never seen so many dry trees," says Villard, who is now approaching retirement.

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