The father of a boy slain in a mass school shooting in December has broken down in tears at a US Senate hearing on a proposed assault weapons ban.

BBC: Father of slain Newtown child weeps at Senate gun hearing

One had broken down in tears during their testimony.

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At the 2012 finals, Mali's most decorated footballer -- who boasts three Spanish La Liga titles and two European Champions League medals among other trophies -- had broken down in tears as Islamists took control of the north of his country amidst fierce fighting.

CNN: Mali bring cheer with Africa Cup of Nations progress