Justine Greening
Politician and Secretary of State
An English accountant and politician, served as Secretary of State for International Development. Participated in various government initiatives focusing on international aid and development policy. Was a member of the Conservative Party and represented the Putney constituency in Parliament. Served as Minister of State for Transport, where oversaw significant transport projects and policies. Advocated for education reform and equality in access to educational opportunities during tenures.
Served as Secretary of State for International Development
Oversaw initiatives in international aid
Started as Minister of State for Transport
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Phil Chang
Singer-songwriter and actor
Born
April 30th, 1967 59 years ago
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Radiologist and medical researcher
Born
April 30th, 1945 81 years ago
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Slovenian hurdler and Olympian
Born
April 30th, 1983 43 years ago
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Mathematician, engineer, information theory pioneer
Born
April 30th, 1916 110 years ago
Died
February 24th, 2001 25 years ago — 84 years old
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Mexican footballer, World Cup participant
Born
April 30th, 1979 47 years ago
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Animator and producer of independent films
Born
April 30th, 1946 80 years ago
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