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Large Fire Damages South African Parliament in Cape Town

HeadlineJan 03, 2022

In South Africa, firefighters have tamed a massive blaze that destroyed parts of the South African Parliament in Cape Town. A suspect has been arrested in connection to the fire, which had been burning since the early hours of Sunday. No one was injured in the fire. The building is also home to thousands of national treasures, including rare books, artwork and historical documents.

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