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Reuters is one of the largest international news agencies in the world. Headquartered in London, it provides reports from around the globe to newspapers and broadcasters, covering business, politics, and general news.
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In the parliamentary system of Bangladesh, the Prime Minister is the head of the government and holds the executive power, while the President is the head of state with largely ceremonial duties.
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Dinajpur is a district in Bangladesh, and there are districts named Uttar Dinajpur and Dakshin Dinajpur in the neighboring Indian state of West Bengal, sharing the common name 'Dinajpur'.
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Vladimir Lenin's body has been preserved and displayed at the Lenin Mausoleum in Red Square, Moscow, since his death in 1924. It remains one of the most famous instances of modern mummification.
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John Lennon was a founder and co-lead vocalist of the Beatles, the most commercially successful band in the history of popular music. His songwriting partnership with Paul McCartney is legendary.
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The Renaissance was a fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political, and economic 'rebirth' following the Middle Ages, promoting the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature, and art.
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There are generally considered to be 7 continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia (Oceania). Models vary, but 7 is the standard answer.
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According to the electoral laws of Bangladesh relevant to this question's context, the expenditure limit for a candidate was set at Tk. 7.5 lac. However, election commission rules are subject to updates over time.
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World War II began on September 1, 1939, when Nazi Germany invaded Poland. This prompted Great Britain and France to declare war on Germany two days later, initiating a global conflict.
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World Maritime Day is observed to focus on maritime safety and the marine environment. The exact date varies by year but is typically celebrated during the last week of September (e.g., 24th September).