News roundup — December 8, 2011

By Heather Gardiner
Dec 08, 2011 / Share
Canada

Agriculture minister broke law on Wheat Board: court, Reuters

Mother testifies at trial of ex-partner accused of killing baby, CBC News

Heenan Blaikie partner resigns following reports of lobbyist ties, National Post

United States

Muslim charity leaders' convictions upheld, Reuters

Jury considers death penalty in fatal home invasion, Reuters

International

U.S. citizen jailed in Thailand for insulting monarchy, Reuters

Mubarak trial to continue after Egyptian court rejects appeal, Reuters