Separately, the African Union command in Mogadishu said at least seven civilians were killed in the attack.

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Roberts' reasoning for either upholding or striking down the mandate may not command a majority, meaning at least five justices agree on the outcome but not the constitutional basis on which the decision sits.

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Xinhua, citing the Sichuan province emergency command center, said at least 180 people were killed and 11, 227 injured.

NPR: China Rushes Relief After Sichuan Quake Kills 180

Seventy years on their bravery is being recognised with the Arctic Star medal for those who sailed on the convoys and the Bomber Command clasp for those who flew at least one operational mission over Germany and France.

BBC: Medal and clasp for Arctic convoy and bomber veterans

Mr Netanyahu will command at least 62 votes when he presents his proposed government to the Knesset for approval next week.

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