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Wednesday 30 September 2020
“You have killed my son and to me that is as though you have killed the whole of New Zealand,” one man told Brenton Tarrant.
Victims described how their lives have been completely changed in the wake of the horrific events in March 2019.
Meanwhile, survivors and victims’ families have asked that the trial be delayed so it doesn’t take place during Ramadan.
Brenton Tarrant has been charged with 50 counts of murder and 39 counts of attempted murder.
Australian Brenton Tarrant is due to appear in court tomorrow.
An Irish expert explains how the “psychological autopsy” carried out after a terror attack differs depending on who the suspect is.
Jacinda Ardern announced the move as hundreds of mourners gathered for a second day for the funerals of those who died.
Strict new Covid-19 measures have been announced for the two counties – here’s what you need to know.
The Prime Minister also said alleged gunman Tarrant will “face the full force of the law in New Zealand”.
Separately, Brenton Tarrant has dismissed his court-appointed lawyer and will represent himself.
49 people were killed in the attacks on two mosques in Christchurch yesterday.
Forty-nine people were killed in shootings at two mosques in Christchurch yesterday.
Brenton Tarrant allegedly livestreamed himself carrying out the attacks on Facebook.
TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT – Joe Biden and Donald Trump will face off in an election debate in Cleveland.
Highly anticipated, many will see the debate as an opportunity for either candidate to claim a key advantage in what should be a closely-fought battle.
Likely to be combative, it’ll see Democrat candidate Biden tackle Trump on the economy and the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Of course, it’ll be the early hours of the morning by the time any of this airs – and even then, it’s not likely to be an entertainment event for the faint-hearted.
So today we want to know: Will you be watching the first US presidential debate live?
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