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Nelson Mandela celebrates his 94th birthday in a subdued and familial fashion. A variety of people have given Mandela well wishes as he celebrates an extraordinary life thus far. [BBC]
AFN chiefs case leadership votes today. The incumbent, Shawn Atleo, faces off against seven other contenders. In addition, CBC will be live tweeting this all day. [CBC]
Israel’s political coalition collapses today as the Kadima part quits the government. This is as a result of the coalition’s response to a ruling by Israel’s supreme court regarding the unconstitutionality of the law allowing yeshiva students to avoid serving in the military. [Al Jazeera]