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Austrian gunman was obsessed with school shootings, police say

The 21-year-old, who meticulously planned the attack at his former high school in Graz, killed nine students and a teacher.

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Graz holds Mass for victims of Austria's deadliest shooting since WWII

Residents of Graz gathered for a mass and a candle lit vigil to mourn the 11 victims who were killed after a former pupil opened fire in a school.

USA

Sixteen states sue Trump over deal ending ban on rapid fire triggers

The triggers which can be attached to semiautomatic rifles to turn them into full-auto weapons were banned under the Biden administration.

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Police in Sweden arrest teen after three killed in Uppsala shooting

The three victims were aged between 15 and 20, police said at a news conference, but Uppsala’s police chief said their identities have not been confirmed yet.

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Montenegrins demand security officials resign after mass shooting

Wednesday's shooting came after a bar brawl and saw a 45-year-old man go home to get his gun before returning to the bar and opening fire.

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Montenegro holds memorial service for 12 victims of mass shooting

Prime Minister Milojko Spajić said that holders of registered guns will undergo new security and psychological checks while 'draconian' punishment is planned for those who hold weapons illegally.

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Montenegro's Security Council discusses ways to curb illegal weapons

State television broadcaster RTCG reported that Montenegro is sixth in the world when it comes to the number of illegal weapons per capita.

Culture news

Satirical publication The Onion buys Alex Jones’ Infowars at auction

How will Infowars transition from Jones' conspiracy theory soapbox to the satirical style of its new owners?

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Prosecutor opposes 'Rust' armorer's request for release

Lawyers for former armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed have argued her case should be reconsidered because prosecutors failed to share evidence that might have been exculpatory. A special prosecutor has opposed the request that she be released from prison.

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'Rust' armorer seeks dismissal of conviction in Alec Baldwin shooting

A movie armorer has asked a judge to dismiss her involuntary manslaughter conviction or convene a new trial in the death of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin, alleging suppression of evidence and misconduct by the prosecution.

Health news

US gun violence a 'public health crisis,' nation's top doctor warns

Firearm violence is a "public health crisis" in the US, the country's top doctor said on Tuesday.

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'Rust' armourer gets 18 month sentence for fatal on-set shooting

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the weapons handler on the set of the Western film "Rust," was sentenced to 18 months in prison over the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was fatally shot by Alec Baldwin.

Finland

Bullying motive for Finland school shooting

The Finnish government declared Wednesday a nationwide day of mourning, ordering state agencies and institutions to lower the national flag to half-mast.

Czech Republic

Czech parliament toughens gun laws after December mass shooting

New legislation will increase the frequency of medical checks for gun owners and require businesses to report suspicious purchases.

Culture news

'Rust' armourer found guilty over fatal on set shooting

'Rust' weapons supervisor Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter in fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by Alec Baldwin on the movie set.

Culture Series

Meet the photographer documenting the misfits of America

Hilton's latest project, 'LA GUN CLUB,' currently being displayed at the Palo Gallery in New York City, explores American gun culture through 'shot up' target posters.

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Armourer goes on trial for Rust set shooting accident

The trial related to the fatal shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin on the set of Rust begins today.

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Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to new involuntary manslaughter charge

Hollywood actor Alec Baldwin faces up to 18 months in prison if convicted. He remains free pending trial under conditions that include not possessing firearms, consuming alcohol or leaving the country.

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Alec Baldwin charged with involuntary manslaughter

A grand jury in New Mexico has charged the actor for involuntary manslaughter related to the shooting on the 'Rust' film set that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Italy

Meloni under pressure after Italian MP brings loaded gun to NYE party

Emanuele Pozzolo, a member of Giorgia Meloni’s far-right populist party, denied firing the shot which injured a man who was attending the party in northern Italy.