News Roundup - August 8, 2014

By James Kang
Aug 08, 2014 / Share
Canada

Ottawa judge defends mandatory victim surcharge, Montreal Gazette

Toronto city councillor could face legal trouble for statement regarding music festival deaths, Toronto Star

Man charged with assault after conflict at Palestinian solidarity demonstration, Calgary Herald


United States

Pfizer facing lawsuits over possible side effects from drug 'Lipitor', Reuters

Former Calpers board member indicted on charges of bribery, Reuters


International

China to enforce restrictions on instant messaging tools and publishing news, Reuters

China blocks messaging apps KakaoTalk and Line to fight terrorism, Reuters