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Teenager shot by Taliban receives award in Ireland

A teenager shot in the head by the Taliban has been honoured for her courage and determination. Paki...
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9:37 PM - 20 Aug 2013



Teenager shot by Taliban recei...

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Teenager shot by Taliban receives award in Ireland

TodayFM
TodayFM

9:37 PM - 20 Aug 2013



A teenager shot in the head by the Taliban has been honoured for her courage and determination.

Pakistani student Malala Yousafzai is the latest recipient of the Tipperary International Peace Award.

The 16 year old was attacked by Taliban gunmen last October after she campaigned for girls rights for education.

Malala is also a nominee for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.

Last month, Malala addressed the United Nations and urged young people to use education as a weapon against extremism.



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