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Queen Elizabeth II intervened in the troubled marriage of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, formally requesting their divorce.
This marked a pivotal moment in the royal family's personal and public history, signalling the breakdown of one of the most high-profile marriages of the 20th century.
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On December 18, 1995, a Lockheed L-188 Electra aircraft crashed in Jamba, Cuando Cubango province, Angola, resulting in a tragic loss of 141 lives.
This devastating aviation accident represents one of the deadliest air disasters in Angolan history, highlighting the significant aviation safety challenges of the mid-1990s
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General elections were held in Haiti in 1995. The presidential election, held on 17 December, resulted in a victory for René Préval of Fanmi Lavalas.
The parliamentary elections, held on 25 June, 13 August and 17 September, were also won by Lavalas. Voter turnout was just 31.09% for the parliamentary elections and 27.8% for the presidential elections.
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South Africa established the Day of Reconciliation as a public holiday, symbolizing a critical step towards national healing and unity in the post-apartheid era.
This commemorative day represents the country's commitment to overcoming historical divisions and promoting social cohesion.
The official adoption of the name "Euro"