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Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government has collapsed, leading to a snap election scheduled for February 23, 2025. The political upheaval follows Scholz's dismissal of Finance Minister Christian Lindner, resulting in a loss of parliamentary majority. The upcoming election will focus on Germany's struggling economy and rising far-right sentiment.
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Matt Gaetz's resignation from Congress on November 13, 2024, effectively halts an ongoing House Ethics Committee investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use. His departure follows President-elect Trump's nomination of Gaetz for Attorney General, raising questions about the future of the Ethics Committee's report, which was expected to be damaging to Gaetz's reputation.
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Punjab, Pakistan, has declared a health emergency due to severe smog affecting nearly 2 million people. Measures include school closures, lockdowns in major cities, and restrictions on restaurants. Experts warn of hazardous air quality, with readings exceeding 600 in Lahore, prompting urgent government action.
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Delhi's air quality has reached alarming levels, with the AQI hitting 1,700, far exceeding safe limits. Schools are closed, and emergency measures are in place as pollution levels soar due to stubble burning and industrial emissions. The situation poses serious health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations, as the city grapples with its annual pollution crisis.
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On November 23, 2024, sectarian violence in Kurram, Pakistan, has led to the deaths of 32 individuals and the displacement of around 300 families. The clashes between Sunni and Shia Muslims have escalated following recent attacks, prompting fears of further unrest in the region.