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Bondi Beach is a popular beach and the name of the surrounding suburb in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Bondi Beach is located 7 km (4 mi) east of the Sydney central business district.

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Tasmania is an island state located in the southern part of Australia.

It approximately 240 kilometers (150 miles) south of the Australian mainland.

It is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait.

It is known for its rugged wilderness, beautiful landscapes, and unique wildlife.

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"Aussie" is a colloquial term used to refer to Australians.

"Kiwi" refers to New Zealanders.

"Brit" refers to British people.

It's a informal and friendly way to refer to someone from Australia.

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African Union (AU) launched: 9 July 2002

 African Union (AU) members: 55 member states

African Union (AU) secretariat:  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Ricky Ponting is one of Australia's greatest ever.

He led Australia to two unbeaten ICC Cricket World Cup triumphs, in 2003 and 2007

He was Player of the Match in the inaugural T20I, when he scored 98* against New Zealand

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• Military Overextension: Constant wars (e.g., Deccan campaigns) drained resources.
• Religious Policies: Aurangzeb’s reversal of Akbar’s tolerance alienated Hindus and Sikhs, sparking rebellions (e.g., Sikh uprisings, Rajput conflicts).
• Economic Strain: Heavy taxation and famine weakened the agrarian economy.
• Administrative Breakdown: Corruption grew, and regional governors (like the Nizam of Hyderabad) gained autonomy.

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Chauburji is a Mughal era monument in the city of Lahore

Often attributed to Mughal Princess Zeb-un-Nisa, daughter of Emperor Aurangzeb. 

This Mughal-era monument, meaning "four minarets,"

It is located in Lahore on Multan Road and was originally the gateway to a large garden. 

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Aurangzeb, Shah Jahan's son, removed him from the throne in 1658.

Aurangzeb was victorious in a bloody succession struggle with his brothers.

He imprisoned Shah Jahan in Agra Fort until his death in 1666. 

History

In September 1657, Shah Jahan fell ill and appointed his eldest son, Dara Shikoh, as his successor. 

This led to a succession crisis among Shah Jahan's four sons. 

Aurangzeb, with the support of the Islamic orthodoxy, defeated Dara in 1659 and had him executed. 

Aurangzeb imprisoned Shah Jahan in Agra Fort until he died in 166.

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Gul Makai is a drama based on the autobiography of Malala Yousafzai.

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'Kitab Ash Shifa' written by Abu Ali ibn Sīna

He began to compose the book in 1014

Completed it around 1020,

And published it in 1027.

This book is also known as The Book of Healing.