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German convicted of Muslim murder

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Egyptian media quickly dubbed el-Sherbini a martyr [EPA]

A man who stabbed a pregnant Egyptian woman to death in a German courtroom in front of her husband and three-year-old son has been sentenced to the maximum penalty of life in jail.

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Berlin celebrates fall of wall

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More than 100 people were killed at the Berlin Wall between 1961 and 1989 while trying to escape [EPA]

World leaders have gathered in Germany's capital to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, beginning the day's events with a prayer service.

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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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