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Uganda's parliament passes tough anti-gay bill

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Uganda's parliament passes sweeping anti-gay legislation which proposes tough new penalties for same-sex relationships following a highly charged and chaotic session. "The ayes have it," parliamentary speaker Annet Anita Among says after a final vote. IMAGES

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