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George Floyd's Funeral Takes Place In Texas

Family and friends of George Floyd have said their final goodbyes at a funeral service in Houston in Texas.


His killing, after being restrained by police in Minneapolis, has inspired global anti-racism protests.
During his eulogy, the Reverend Al Sharpton also attacked the US President for posing with a bible during an anti-racist demonstration in Washington DC.

George Floyd’s brother will testify before Congress in the US later today. The House of Representatives Judiciary Committee will hold its first hearing on racial profiling and police brutality since Mr Floyd's death.

Meanwhile, the American TV show Cops has been dropped after 33 seasons on air.
The Paramount Network's cut it from its schedule, after protests over the death of George Floyd.
The reality show - reflecting the work of US police officers - first aired in 1989 and has been broadcast here.

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