The man accused of killing 50 people in last month’s attacks on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, has been ordered to undergo mental health tests. Australian Brenton Tarrant, 28, would be seen by experts to determine whether he was fit to stand trial or insane, said high court judge Cameron Mander. Mr Tarrant appeared in the courtroom – packed …
New Zealand has broadcast the Islamic call to prayer and observed a two-minute silence in ceremonies to mark a week since the Christchurch attacks. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern joined thousands of mourners near the Al-Noor mosque, one of two places of worship targeted in last Friday’s shootings. Addressing the Muslim community she said: “New Zealand mourns with you, we …
Drake and Nicki Minaj were among those hitting back at the anti-Muslim ideas perpetuated by the mass shooter in NZ. Nicki Minaj and Drake both paid their respects to victims of the mass shooting that occurred in New Zealand this past week. While the messages were delivered using different mediums, the manner in which they articulated was quite similar if not effective, Drake speaking to a …
