Edward Kennedy dies aged 77

Veteran US Senator Edward Kennedy, dubbed the liberal lion of the Senate, has died after battling a brain tumour. He was 77.

Edward Kennedy dies aged 77
Wed, 26 Aug, 2009 - 08:10

Veteran US Senator Edward Kennedy, dubbed the liberal lion of the Senate, has died after battling a brain tumour. He was 77.

Mr Kennedy's family announced his death in a brief statement released early today.

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