News roundup — October 7, 2013

By Mallory Hendry
Oct 07, 2013 / Share
Canada

Harper cites human rights violations in boycotting visit to Sri Lanka, Toronto Star

Canadians released in Egypt, denied flight hoome as prosecutors 'weigh charges', The National Post

Investigation reveals Canada targeted Brazil's Mines and Energy Ministry, The Globe and Mail


United States

U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on 'pivotal' campaign finance case, Reuters

Bernard Madoff's 'inner circle' goes on trial for role in Ponzi scheme, Reuters


International

Belgium prosecutors demand answers over telecom spying investigation, Reuters

British court will hold inquest into death of Merrill Lynch intern, Reuters