News roundup — December 19, 2012

By Mallory Hendry
Dec 19, 2012 / Share
Canada

Undercover police posing as spiritual advisors goes too far, Ontario courtroom hears, Vancouver Sun

Lawyer tells human rights appeal court dreadlocks should be recognized as ground of potential discrimination, The National Post

Manitoba cabinet pay law to be changed again, The Globe and Mail


United States

California lawmakers pushing for stricter gun controls in wake of Newtown massacre
, Reuters

Terrorist suspects plead not guilty to plan to attack New York City, Reuters


International

Bosnian war rape victims see legislation for compensation, rehabilitation rights stalled, Reuters

Swiss bank fined for role in manipulating interest rates, Reuters