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Pakistan journalist shot dead by police in Kenya
Pakistan journalist shot dead by police in Kenya
by  AFP

A top Pakistani news anchor was shot dead by police in Kenya after he fled his home country to avoid sedition charges, investigators said Monday, prompting calls for a full probe into what one media rights group branded an "utterly disturbing murder".

Russia claims Ukraine 'dirty bomb' in final stages
Russia claims Ukraine 'dirty bomb' in final stages
by  AFP

Russia on Monday claimed that Ukraine was in the "final stages" of developing a so-called dirty bomb to use against Moscow's forces, allegations Kyiv said were "absurd" and could signal Russia's battlefield plans. "Our countries made clear that we all reject Russia's transparently false allegations that Ukraine is preparing to use a dirty bomb on its own territory," according to the statement.

Opening arguments to start in Weinstein sex assault trial
Opening arguments to start in Weinstein sex assault trial
by  AFP

Opening arguments were due to begin Monday in the Los Angeles trial of disgraced Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, with five alleged victims expected to take the stand during the two-month case. Weinstein attorney Mark Werksman has said there would be testimony in Los Angeles from well-known figures, The Los Angeles Times reported.

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