Jungkook surpasses his own group BTS on Spotify

<p><span style="font-size: large;">BTS's Jungkook surpasses his band on Spotify, taking the top spot for K-pop's monthly listenership with 35.4M followers.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="1191" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFPnS_HDafesQOtK8Z9Y-rUCaz5buMrfCOlDi7sK5Pb1l3xGwerk-leA4ffVFhvMLy2BoI8zbwMr2XLGlpvkmztUm7O-iOXvPyEHnDSjeqeaQF396buN8LWhzLfl-f_W2X8ZqLyoQnxvS9BQYZDCZ8a1gx0w5KKi8wnG8miur60TrIgR2fQs1eYeIZ694g/s320/BTS-Jungkook-spotify.jpg" width="320" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">With an astounding 35,407,241 monthly listeners, BTS's Jungkook has surpassed his own band to take the top spot on Spotify. With hashtags like HISTORY MAKER JUNGKOOK and ENDED BTS, BTS's loyal fans, known as ARMY, has gone into a frenzy over the news.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Fans are in awe of Jungkook's solo triumph on Spotify. He just overtook BTS as a group as the K-act with the most monthly listeners thanks to an incredible increase in listeners.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This achievement is a reflection of Jungkook's own brilliance and the unwavering commitment of ARMY.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1280" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgexn7QY5c5vpmv5-6l089zg5U2UL_hNKgWnwM_dhE8fJWV08hQ9X82mgP5_zhdbMc3NC2LQaZJ-tGktW4_ZTXXCdVPwMsxBV8Vt2tkDnn1M7TOAm0X-ZFLlIYazs-vs5B4Fokwb4BNjilbi9rA_5GJ0wecJttH0juK8-dj-yoh_KTbq5WaRJlJkRfFf9MD/w512-h640/BTS-Jungkook-spotify-03.webp" width="512" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Tweets expressing happiness and respect for Jungkook's accomplishment have flooded social media networks.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">HISTORY MAKER JUNGKOOK, CONGRATULATIONS JUNGKOOK, SPOTIFY KING JUNGKOOK, and HISTORY MAKER JUNGKOOK are among the tags that refer to him.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">As a cheeky tribute to Jungkook's resounding conquest, fans have humorously trended terms like "ENDED BTS."</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This situation is reminiscent of a similar pattern that emerged when BTS member RM made waves on Spotify. Fans jokingly trended "Ended BTS" when his solo song "Indigo" rose in the charts.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">However, some BTS fans have emphasized the value of harmony among the community. They express worry that movements like "ENDED BTS" can unintentionally foster conflict. A follower said on Twitter, "To say that JK ended BTS is funny because JK is a part of BTS."</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Even though everyone is having a good time, it's clear that ARMY is still a strong force, motivated by their unshakable love and support for BTS and its members.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">In actuality, Jungkook's solo endeavor's success is evidence of BTS's overall strength as a group.</span></p>

Jungkook surpasses his own group BTS on Spotify

BTS's Jungkook surpasses his band on Spotify, taking the top spot for K-pop's monthly listenership with 35.4M followers. With an ast...

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Cities in the Philippines work together with BION

<p><span style="font-size: large;">Most cities of the Philippines are now having the Barangay Information Officers Network (BION) that will help peace and order in the community.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6JfEtNmifTodMga1qqbXeiONbecBKKgY_A9tDMQ5z9lKyl1icvYr_XvlrIMT6Wqg2QT_pqz2sso3_ijTb1NPprfHZl77W06bDuHWSUr0Zz6_XR2Szn-pUSwt1ag_K5QpzTdp8cYWzUiEb92bNP4cqvQmwRnG9iOU3YUWCBBEm5xEVHivZFtoVr7Fqf0xy/s320/BION-Philippines-Officer.webp" width="320" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The BION officers will be the one reporting all the necessary things needed in their Barangay, disseminate correct information to their vicinities, and report problems that causes trouble in the community.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">BION officers will receive stipend for making great accomplishments.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This network enhances the community with real and factual information. The progress of a city will also be tackled and will also be informed to the people by the BION officers.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Progress such as free hospital admission, free medicines from the city's pharmacy, offices nearby that will help the local people in getting documents smooth and easy, etc.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="497" data-original-width="664" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB1gnGI6TGuocV1qE-hcWPXs4tG2QDb_VWQ_P040jHulMT0KsF1eZcWVgr7cFndd1AEQuIwZ-umWB-dF03Cn8j4Hk9m_oFfma9R3KS2zOJo3CDHA1Xl2DV1wcIYu9JHYLwkM-R6uJfZpHL3_Dx-eQuV8ln_Y8oKGieFQMlqkHHUogm74Ew3hbTEYmK1iCf/w640-h480/BION-Philippines-Officer-02.jpg" width="640" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">With BION, fake news will be lessen.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Some Filipinos said, "BION, the newest Maritess" --- that BION is now the answer for those who loves chismis (rumors or Maritess), but this time to spread facts around the area.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This will also help Filipinos to be more informed about their city's progress & situation.</span></p>

Cities in the Philippines work together with BION

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Veteran actress Angie Ferro passed away at 86

<p><span style="font-size: large;">Award-winning veteran actress Angie Ferro passed away last Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the age of 86.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1200" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3L81V31MBHGLQrJmKuGBUcQfTGCoED-VJkdh82FfaiqYYfB9o-t8HxiQUdu2f25j2uBON966p3-Rlsh7I9rQj6vbvcYY7XoyRTOkimJqfRNm8Az3hnVjiES9rcZnDKSYPE7kWlFdPV3dNQYoCiasekkcmAoF8lcnA_kzhqxYU8evWYOGrMdyJjdQ1ggGT/s320/Angie-Ferro-Movie-Actress-passed-03.jpg" width="320" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">It was confirmed by her grandson, Joshua, to GMA News Online, who also sent details of the memorial service of the now late actress.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The memorial service of Angie Ferro will be at St. Peter Chapel in Quezon City, and her cremation will be on the 22nd of August.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="520" data-original-width="779" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPp-3Z5bXVp-FPvyKNomNq-8F_KeKytgsCD54mi6R4GiPq0Fg2Ls8CCJy7g9cYlyYdE1CV0YECsR3z2m56cXNN4bEQ927sxH55Q_w5brgDXedEQ2OK6lNz2Jtv8PYDUel-4jxHSuLemB0oREeESW0TdwuGA5zrnH2p6BBxVtEEVLQuANG60R9oiK_XkWn6/w640-h428/Angie-Ferro-Movie-Actress-passed.jpg" width="640" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Angie Ferro's recent movie, "Lola Igna" on Netflix gathered great reviews. Her last movie was the "Ang mga kaibigan ni Mama Susan", which is a movie starred by the young actor, Joshua Garcia.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">She was seen on big screen with the movie "Santiago! (1970)", starred by the late Action King, Fernando Poe Jr.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1066" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzBW14UM7oWjT4ms6HSrZNnji99xgAT-H5eQQpBjfd37xntIKU3NKCfpe1TCdGBAmHFAwOkbTK5I_o0C23uD_TSaRqj-2YcHk271258JlQSP9e3xP0oUsZuxBNpZW25ml_aWkeqMTCxkTT3rGzUFyB3BxcgBglYfedoekS9rttpo54VJoUX4WQteXnTxqH/w640-h360/Angie-Ferro-Movie-Actress-passed-02.png" width="640" /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Angie was also known for her amazing "Bulong" role, starred by comedian-dancer Vhong Navarro.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">She was also a casting director and a script translator.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Ms. Angie Ferro was born on August 4, 1937.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Her grandson posted on social media a goodbye message, "Lola Igna"... "Pahinga ka na po", means Grandma Igna, you may now rest.</span></p>

Veteran actress Angie Ferro passed away at 86

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FIFA World Cup Women's Philippines won over New Zealand as country's first ever win

<meta content="fifa world cup ph, fifa world cup women ph, fifa world cup philippines" name="keywords"></meta> <p><span style="font-size: medium;">The Philippines won its first FIFA World Cup 2023 on Tuesday, defeating co-host New Zealand 1-0 courtesy to a first-half header by Sarina Bolden. New Zealand had a number of second-half chances and had a goal disallowed, but the Philippines held on for a historic victory in front of 32,357 spectators in Wellington, New Zealand.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1706" data-original-width="2560" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAN50u6KipKpMtKs9dHMmPCgn99vlncYQv_uzz6rLuTknpwk2bAAeQ2ZiPainCZ5-_TR0hy-N66uql9DMnLy3TTJA8sdxXRNDkOQtpeGfSSt3bN6B556N4V16DZE2WelJ3enrpBZz9dngkVg8Q7TtTnjHNf-vwDjZ1x88vIShOxnSBKMZIqcEWIxENUTan/s320/FIFA-world-cup-ph-wins-philippines-new-zealand-00.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;">Image from: FIFA Women's World Cup 2023</div></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">It was the Philippines' first victory in either the men's or women's World Cups, and it blew up Group A. "I can't believe what we've accomplished," remarked an emotional Sara Eggesvik of the Philippines. "It demonstrates that big things are possible."</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">On the day of the game in Wellington, Philippines coach Alen Stajcic stated that his team aimed to "crash the party" against a New Zealand team that was riding high following a 1-0 win against Norway.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">His underdog Filipinas squad, crushed 2-0 by Switzerland in their World Cup debut, kept their pledge. "I've got everyone else's tears all over my eyes, it's so emotional," remarked Alen Stajcic. "You saw how long New Zealand had to wait for its first World Cup victory — six World Cups — and (the Philippines') victory today was incredible."</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">"We made our own luck, but we had a lot of luck as well." New Zealand was on top throughout the game and deserved to win. But football can be harsh at times."</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">They stunned the home fans by scoring the lone goal after 24 minutes. Sarina Bolden outjumped the New Zealand defense to head the ball at home goalkeeper Victoria Esson, who could only watch in horror as her attempted parry looped over her into the net.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">This was a stronger performance from the Filipinas, who are rated 46th in the world, 20 places lower than New Zealand, than their opening setback against Switzerland.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">In contrast, New Zealand lacked the confidence that propelled them past Norway for their first World Cup victory in the 16th attempt. "It's so heartbreaking for everyone in this team," said Jitka Klimkova, New Zealand's Czech coach. "We played to win, and it didn't work out." We fought till the last end, but it wasn't enough."</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1000" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqJeyo4jJWNRZLN3nc8xmX5Qto2XRjPfkoo499zkA8iK-tiNYOdpziQtKYOpIMMGm6VFB2QqQzYpwc7HsEdgs6CX8kQINinlg5854xEjHA0ZrDBE7XxqAjEgejfZEL9WuxImm7D18RFtIe2VMuraH6s6Fvu21xakGtsOwZtO7MScFfIS3BsGtgGgW4GgLp/w640-h384/FIFA-world-cup-ph-wins-philippines-new-zealand-01.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><div style="text-align: center;">Image from: FIFA Women's World Cup 2023</div></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">In the 38th minute, defender Katie Bowen blasted a shot wide to the left, while in first-half stoppage time, co-captain Ria Percival's effort rolled straight to Philippines goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel. The Philippines might have led 2-0 at the interval if striker Katrina Guillou had scored seconds before the halftime siren.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Klimkova brought on Celtic midfielder Olivia Chance and experienced Annalie Longo as the New Zealand Football Ferns generated many opportunities in the second half. The 58th minute saw defender C.J. Bott fired a cross into the box, but Hannah Wilkinson, the hero of New Zealand's opening victory on Thursday, headed it over the bar. Wilkinson did well to draw the ball back from the byline and cross for striker Jacqui Hand to head into the net, only for the referee to call it back for offside ten minutes later.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">In a frantic end, Philippines attacker Carleigh Frilles scored from an offside position, while New Zealand's Grace Jale was denied from close range by a superb McDaniel stop.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">With time running short, New Zealand fought hard for an equalizer but couldn't get through the tenacious Philippine defense. New Zealand had dominated the first 20 minutes. It had 80% possession, 74 completed passes to 11, five early shots on goal, and it appeared that the goals that would propel them into the next round for the first time would arrive.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The game concluded with 67% possession and nine shots on goal to three. McDaniel, a California native, was outstanding for the Philippines, making athletic saves, including two in second-half stoppage time. She was voted the match's MVP.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">"It means everything to us," Olivia McDaniel explained. "I think we really put our heads down and knew what was coming at us tonight." New Zealand must defeat Switzerland in order to keep its tournament aspirations alive. Now that the Philippines has accomplished history, it may turn to New Zealand for a change in profile and support for their squad.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">"We were dominating the game tonight, keeping the ball," Klimkova explained. "There were far too many unforced errors." Those turnovers did not occur in our game versus Norway."</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">"We can be better prepared for Switzerland." We'll keep battling till the competition is done." On Sunday, New Zealand faces Switzerland in Dunedin and the Philippines plays Norway in Auckland for a spot in the next level.</span></p>

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Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis among GMA Gala 2023 stars attendee that shine

<meta content="Vice Ganda GMA Gala, GMA Gala vice anne, showtim gma gala vice ganda" name="keywords"></meta> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">At GMA Gala 2023, which was hosted in the Marriott Hotel in Pasay City, the "It's Showtime" co-hosts Anne Curtis and Vice Ganda looked stunning, while Heart Evangelista, and Marian Rivera, two of the three GMA-7's most well-known screen goddesses, controlled the red carpet.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="683" data-original-width="1024" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTEN-_5IvJOXP7qTuNboR4lSAPBl5zI1iPmANy3ol2zO3pPdqiIolxZru8JT8gg95ZRAcCN2ci28tYEWkWT8CxRXiTjNN6eiJ5HS_YznLgdkzDqg7kJH9tzbwR6mGWc_3KwmEQUhdyRrsswf2QAVqjsdp9qhXZUYpt2Lm6rnag9pKbJK5OiSI66Zh9w2hB/s320/Vice-Ganda-showtime-gma-gala-2023-01.png" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-small;">Image from: GMA</span><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: x-large; text-align: left;">As the gala and the stars dominated social media trends, notably on Twitter, the greatest stars of ABS-CBN and GMA-7 danced the night away in their best attire. Vice Ganda, known for his "Unkabogable" persona, lived true to it as he strutted down the red carpet in a glittery gown and a white feather boa.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Anne Curtis, his "Showtime" sestra, looked simply gorgeous in a white Saint Laurent gown, enhanced with clip-on bangs and Tiffany jewels. She clearly took style cues from Sabrina, a well-known movie heroine portrayed by Audrey Hepburn.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Marian Rivera, who went down the red carpet with her equally attractive husband, actor Dingdong Dantes, was another effortless beauty in a white plisse gown.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="576" data-original-width="1024" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMOcmFWnbQ-ZLjI1lM7Scui0hBLPmhVWoU-01iTi0QArX5J7DV7tL3DIkKoiAynj_Ap4OaGbJr0nqBaQeiGAtKNsL8ciSSbBfCTf1LCfjafidu8BjtRoEYZqos7E-wRyrzo0y9nCmMohwsk9mf60WQf---kiWJPleGdACnkydYKvT8G0axhVLAZf5X5kqw/w640-h360/Vice-Ganda-showtime-gma-gala-2023-02.webp" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-small;">Heart Evangelista | Image from<b> IG/Nice Prints</b></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Barbie Forteza was unquestionably the star of the GMA Gala 2023 in her stunning mint green dress. </span><span style="font-size: x-large;">Joshua Garcia shares this opinion.</span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">When GMA News Online asked the "Unbreak My Heart" actor who he believed should win the Best Dressed prize, he said immediately, "Barbie."</div></span><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span id="input-sentence~3">He said that Barbie is the one who is infront of him and he thought of his dress as really beautiful. Joshua</span><span id="input-sentence~4"> added that Barbie's dress is not that flashy but at the same time, elegant!</span></span></p>

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China removes outspoken Qin Gang and was replaced as foreign minister

<meta content="china foreign minister, minister qin gang, china remove foreign minister" name="keywords"></meta> <p><span style="font-size: medium;">In a move that has already stoked speculations about the private lives and political rivalry of China's Communist Party elite, the country's Communist Party on Tuesday dismissed outspoken Foreign Minister Qin Gang from office and replaced him with his predecessor, Wang Yi.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1274" data-original-width="1911" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgys6qFzOkngE611RyK832YHOxOMjj2-xnEWba5yfIcBa01DWsTcxfDK0SvEiIQk87MtfBbEzGbHhsWSNcFdxGUcz-MM0GDqCpgx6Zn4a78e-SpVpx-DWv1PFTkDHAB4u_OmmW6e2tXtcjsnnV56aoN-DphD_qhgy50VAJMKWpkzecKIp1iVYBC8UaKaxyE/s320/china-foreign-minister-qin-gang-00.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-small;">Qin Gang | Image from: Japan News</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Qin's departure was announced on the national evening news by state channel CCTV without any explanation. Nearly a month has passed since Qin vanished from view, and the Foreign Ministry has given no updates on his whereabouts.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">That is consistent with the Communist Party's typical method for handling personnel issues in a very secretive political system where free speech and the media are heavily constrained. </span><span style="font-size: large;">On Tuesday, the ministry remained silent at its regular briefing. The decision was made in the midst of international criticism of China's escalatingly assertive foreign policy, which Qin was a leading proponent.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3336" data-original-width="5004" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_NZpKwgYjzQCDOQNdLXV9IFeseNh5g4SWmObdieg5rT3s54GrLVQfABpRzDhUUE4a8hNb0vUQBsaD0D4PPrw4CUyeWzuZJUeJxjGL-okBK4nL8rHi2MK7FH3l_NqDN6pD1f-TgxH1Cf2LmvTVDwQuslzhnwIq1dk6dnbhtP3102iapA_EHQ5drbB4kS7-/w640-h426/china-foreign-minister-qin-gang-01.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-small;">Wang Yi | Image from: Reuters</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The approval of Qin's dismissal came during a meeting of the Standing Committee of China's rubber-stamp legislature, the National People's Congress, which typically convenes at the end of the month, adding to the mystery surrounding it.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">In his former role as the leader of the party's office of foreign affairs, Wang represented China as the country's top diplomat. It was unclear at first if he would keep that commission.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">China's diplomatic reorganization comes after Washington sent U.S. top-ranking current and former officials to Beijing in an effort to mend a relationship that has been severely strained over trade, human rights, technology, Taiwan, and China's other territorial claims.</span></p>

China removes outspoken Qin Gang and was replaced as foreign minister

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