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	A few weeks ago, leaflets were widely distributed in the deep South threatening people with violent action if they worked on Fridays because it is reportedly a day of rest according to the Islamic faith.&nbsp;</div>
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	Many shops were closed Friday and last Friday, with most shopkeepers saying that they would rather be safe than become targets.</div>
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