Heidemarie Wieczorek-Zeul
German politician and educator; Minister
An educator and politician served in the German Bundestag for several terms. Held the position of Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development from 1998 to 2009. Focused on international development policies and gender equality during the tenure. Advocated for sustainable development and the integration of human rights in international cooperation efforts.
Served as Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development
Promoted gender equality in development policies
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Egyptian lawyer and chief prosecutor
Born
November 21st, 1950 75 years ago
Died
June 29th, 2015 10 years ago — 64 years old
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American basketball player and coach
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November 21st, 1982 43 years ago
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Baseball player; 3-time MVP
Born
November 21st, 1920 105 years ago
Died
January 19th, 2013 13 years ago — 92 years old
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YouTuber and creator of Miranda Sings
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November 21st, 1986 39 years ago
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German composer and music theorist
Born
November 21st, 1718 307 years ago
Died
1795 231 years ago — 77 years old
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Cricketer who led Australia in Test cricket
Born
November 21st, 1870 155 years ago
Died
January 2nd, 1946 80 years ago — 75 years old
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