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Following Donald Trump's 2024 election victory, Melania Trump's memoir has surged in popularity, reflecting a divided public sentiment. While her book, 'Melania,' tops bestseller lists, Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale' also sees a significant rise in sales, highlighting contrasting cultural responses to the election outcome.
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Myanmar's military is increasingly on the defensive as ethnic armed groups gain territory following the launch of Operation 1027. The military's reliance on airstrikes has led to a significant rise in civilian casualties, raising international concern over human rights violations amid ongoing conflict.
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Tuberculosis (TB) has officially become the leading infectious disease killer globally, surpassing COVID-19. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported 1.25 million TB-related deaths in 2023, while new infections rose to 10.8 million, the highest since monitoring began in 1995. Significant challenges remain in combating the disease, particularly in low-income countries.
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Six suspects have been arrested following a break-in at the mausoleum of Patrice Lumumba, where a case containing his only remaining tooth was vandalized. Authorities assure that the relic remains secure. The incident has raised concerns about the mausoleum's neglect by officials.