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Muslim candidate Sadiq Khan wins London mayoral election

Saturday, 07 May 2016 6:01 AM [ Last Update: Saturday, 07 May 2016 5:59 AM ]

Newly elected London Mayor Sadiq Khan (2nd R) is congratulated by other candidates following the announcement of his victory at City Hall in central London on May 7, 2016. AFP

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