Top Stories for Monday 16 April 2012

The latest from Afghanistan where Taliban have claimed responsibility for attacks on multiple targets in and around Kabul; High Court bid launched to keep Beast of Blenheim sex-offender under supervision after his imminent release from prison; second type of hip-replacement parts recalled and surgeons attempt to contact affected patients; 13-year old boy charged with murder in Taranaki and; the defence force makes cuts to allowances for overseas non-operational posts.