Christchurch shooting suspect was charged with murdering someone who’s not dead: police
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Of the erroneous charge, New Zealand Police said, “we made a mistake and we will own it.” Continue reading
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New Zealand PM announces ban on semi-automatic and assault rifles after mosque shooting
Jacinda Ardern said she expects the new law to be in place by April 11 and a buy-back scheme will be established for banned weapons. Continue reading
Christchurch mosque imam expects thousands for Friday prayers
The Al Noor mosque in Christchurch expects as many as 4,000 people. Continue reading
‘It’s OK to grieve’: New Zealand PM to schoolmates of teens killed in mosque shooting
“We don’t let racism exist because racism breeds extremism,” New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern told students. Continue reading
New Zealand Police release names of 5 victims killed in Christchurch shootings, but they’ve ID’d 21
The ages of these Christchurch shooting victims range from three years old to 71 years old. Continue reading
Visit a Mosque campaign aimed at combating Islamophobia
The Visit a Mosque campaign aims to build bridges, teach people about the Muslim faith and dispel misconceptions. Continue reading
New Zealand prepares to bury victims from Christchurch mosque shootings
Bodies of the victims of the Christchurch mosque shootings were being washed and prepared for burial in a Muslim ritual process, Continue reading
Victoria Park vigil honours victims of New Zealand attacks
The vigil drew a large crowd of Londoners to Victoria Park, where they stood in solidarity with the Muslim community. Continue reading
‘They need us’: Muslim volunteers fly in to wash bodies of the dead in New Zealand
“It is a spiritual process, preparing the body to go into the next life.” Continue reading
Students perform haka to honour New Zealand mosque shooting victims
The attack has left those in the Christchurch community, as well as others around the world, holding vigils and memorials for the victims. Continue reading