News roundup — December 31, 2012

By Gail J. Cohen
Dec 28, 2012 / Share
Canada

Toronto sees increase in shooting deaths for 2012, Toronto Star

Immigration consultant guilty of 54 charges
, Montreal Gazette


United States

Employer wins relief from U.S. contraceptives mandate, Reuters

Court to decide if theme parks are liable for thrill ride injuries, Los Angeles Times


International

Japan's casino tycoon bet on Philippines fixer, Reuters

Apple loses another copyright lawsuit in China, Reuters