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01/02/2023 07:06 GMT : Tyre Nichols' funeral in Memphis

Tyre Nichols' funeral in Memphis

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Calls for reform of policing across the US continue after Tyre Nichols death

Tyre Nichols whose violent arrest and subsequent death prompted widespread grief and rage is laid to rest in Memphis today. Five policemen have been charged with murder.

The city of Memphis is preparing for the funeral of Tyre Nichols, the black man who died after being beaten by the city's police officers.  Calls for reform of policing in Memphis and across the US are continuing.   Five policemen have been fired and charged with murder.

The people of Myanmar are marking 2 years since the military seized power ousting the civilian government. Activists in the country have called for a 'silent strike'  - asking people to stay at home to show opposition to the military. 

The UK is bracing itself for day of strike action - with wages failing to keep pace with the rising cost of living - public sector workers are walking out to force the government to increase their pay. 
 
Poland faces an abortion row after a 14 year old rape victim was prevented from having a termination

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