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Nov 07 2009

Tunisian blogger detained

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Riahi has reportedly not been released, nor granted access to her lawyer who is unaware of the charges
A Tunisian blogger and drama teacher, Fatma Riahi, known online as Arabicca, has been arrested by the country's police.

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Tanzania convicts albino's killers

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In some regions of Africa, withdoctors say albino body parts bring wealth and good luck

A Tanzanian court has sentenced four men to death by hanging for the murder of a 50-year-old albino man.

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France begins 'identity' debates

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The wearing of headscarves is banned in French schools

France has launched a nationwide debate on national identity, that will see members of the public discussing issues such as whether Muslim women should be allowed to wear the burqa.

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Ex-leaders mark fall of Berlin Wall

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Three key players instrumental in bringing down the Berlin Wall have marked the 20th year of the momentous event in a ceremony in the German capital.

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UN body criticises Russia abuses

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There have been large protests over the murders of Russian journalists
Russia has failed to protect journalists, activists, prison inmates and others at odds with authorities from a wide range of abuses, including torture and murder, a new report by the UN Human Rights Committee says.

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