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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 19.12.2024.
It displays 167 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
19.12.2024 ⇢ The Day Fifty Men Faced Justice in Avignon
⌨The Gisèle Pelicot mass rape trial concluded with all 51 defendants found guilty. Her ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, received a 20-year sentence while sobbing in court. The other 50 defendants received collective sentences totaling over 400 years. Their daughter confronted Dominique, shouting he would "die like a dog."
Pelicot addressed the media, emphasizing her decision to make the case public "for society to see." Crowds outside the courthouse chanted "merci Gisele," as she emerged as a symbol against sexual violence.
The royal family's pre-Christmas lunch generated attention as William, Kate, and Andrew were absent, connecting to the previous day's Yang Tengbo spy revelations. By evening, Keir Starmer's appointment of Lord Mandelson as US Ambassador emerged as a significant political development, while Putin used a marathon TV appearance to express regret about not invading Ukraine earlier.
Pelicot addressed the media, emphasizing her decision to make the case public "for society to see." Crowds outside the courthouse chanted "merci Gisele," as she emerged as a symbol against sexual violence.
The royal family's pre-Christmas lunch generated attention as William, Kate, and Andrew were absent, connecting to the previous day's Yang Tengbo spy revelations. By evening, Keir Starmer's appointment of Lord Mandelson as US Ambassador emerged as a significant political development, while Putin used a marathon TV appearance to express regret about not invading Ukraine earlier.
19.12.2024
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00:17⇢Syrian Rebel Chief Demands Sanctions End
⌨The newspapers report on significant developments in Syria, with rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa calling for sanctions lifting (BBC), while Ukraine's Zelenskyy acknowledges inability to remove Russian forces from occupied territories (Sky News, Times). British media covers several violent incidents: a chemical attack at Winter Wonderland (Metro), a criminology student's murder conviction (Mirror), and child grooming cases in Barrow (Channel 4). Labour faces scrutiny over alleged corruption involving Putin-linked nuclear projects (Daily Mail).
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Hungary is “confident” that President Donald Trump’s return to office will mend the strained U.S.-Hungary relations under the Biden administration, particularly on economic and strategic issues.
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BOILING POINT | News TV
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Michael Lind on Donald Trump, the culture war and the shattering of the Democratic elites.
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The Guardian
Israel accused of act of genocide over restriction of Gaza water supply
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Why Dublin’s woke elites are so hostile to the Jewish State.
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US | Sam Corbishley
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World | Gergana Krasteva
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Evening Standard
Thames Water bills will surge by £152 over the next five years
Business
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07:37⇢Water Bills Surge Shakes Britain
⌨The newspapers report extensively on announced water bill increases, with Ofwat confirming a 36% rise over five years, affecting Thames Water customers particularly severely (Metro, Mirror, Sky News, Evening Standard). International coverage focuses on Israel-Gaza conflict, with new allegations regarding water supply restrictions (Guardian), while Hungary's diplomatic positioning anticipates Trump's potential return (Breitbart). Former UK foreign secretaries call for Aung San Suu Kyi's release (Independent).
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The Guardian
Gisèle Pelicot: verdicts expected in rape trial that shocked France
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New Statesman
The country’s malaise is grinding, long-term and has few exit routes.
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The Guardian
Pelicot rape trial: verdict due for 51 men in case that has outraged France
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BBC
Verdicts due for 51 men accused in Gisèle Pelicot mass rape trial
Pelicot's ex-husband Dominique has admitted all charges - but most other men on trial deny what they did was rape.
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FIND JESSICA | UK News
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BBC
Gisèle Pelicot arrives at court as verdicts due for 51 men in mass rape trial
Pelicot's ex-husband Dominique has admitted all charges - but most other men on trial deny what they did was rape.
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Breaking | Live
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The Guardian
Gisèle Pelicot arrives in court as verdict due for 51 men
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Sky News
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VIDEO: Tom Slater explains why we need you more than ever.
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A Times investigation reveals the growing reach of Islamic law in Britain
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BBC
Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband Dominique guilty in mass rape trial
The 72-year-old who drugged and raped his ex-wife is being sentenced along with 50 other men in France.
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The Guardian
Dominique Pelicot found guilty of aggravated rape of Gisèle Pelicot – live updates
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World | Gergana Krasteva
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08:57⇢Monster of Avignon Convicted
⌨The newspapers extensively cover the verdict in the Gisèle Pelicot rape trial in France, where her ex-husband Dominique was found guilty along with 50 other men (BBC, Daily Mail, Guardian, Metro, Mirror, Times). The case, known as the 'Monster of Avignon' trial, resulted in a 20-year sentence. In other coverage, Thames Water's announced bill increases continue to draw attention (Evening Standard), while concerns grow over a missing 29-year-old backpacker (Sun).
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BBC
Fifty men being sentenced in mass rape trial after Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband found guilty
Dominique Pelicot, who drugged and raped his ex-wife, shows no emotion as he's found guilty of all charges.
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The Guardian
Dominique Pelicot found guilty of aggravated rape of Gisèle Pelicot
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World | Gergana Krasteva
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A Times investigation reveals the growing reach of Islamic law in Britain
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GANG OF DEPRAVED | World News
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BBC
Dominique Pelicot found guilty in mass rape trial as verdicts delivered for 50 other men
Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband, who drugged and raped her for years, shows no emotion as he's found guilty of all charges.
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The Guardian
Dominique Pelicot convicted of aggravated rape of Gisèle Pelicot
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DEPRAVED GANG | World News
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BBC
Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband Dominique jailed for 20 years in mass rape trial
The 72-year-old, who drugged and raped his ex-wife, is being sentenced along with 50 other men in France.
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The Guardian
Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years in prison after conviction for aggravated rape of Gisèle Pelicot
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The Jewish Chronicle
The strikes were carried out by 14 fighter jets in two waves
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World | Gergana Krasteva
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Sky News
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DEPRAVED GANG | World News
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A Times investigation reveals the growing reach of Islamic law in Britain
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09:30⇢Monster of Avignon Gets Maximum Sentence
⌨The newspapers extensively cover the verdict in the Gisèle Pelicot rape trial in France, with eight major outlets reporting on her ex-husband Dominique's 20-year sentence (BBC, Daily Mail, Guardian, Metro, Mirror, Sun, Evening Standard, Times). Known as the 'Monster of Avignon' case, it involves 50 other defendants. Separately, The Jewish Chronicle reports on Israeli strikes paralyzing Houthi ports in Yemen.
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The Jewish Chronicle
The strikes were carried out by 14 fighter jets in two waves
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The Guardian
All 50 men on trial alongside Dominique Pelicot found guilty over rapes and sexual assaults of Gisèle Pelicot
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DEPRAVED GANG | World News
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BBC
50 men sentenced along with Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband after mass rape trial
Dominique Pelicot, 72, is given 20 years for drugging and raping his ex-wife, and recruiting strangers to rape her.
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DEPRAVED GANG | World News
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BBC
Gisèle Pelicot to make statement after ex-husband and 50 men sentenced in mass rape trial
Dominique Pelicot, 72, is jailed for 20 years for drugging and raping his ex-wife, and recruiting strangers to rape her.
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TEARS OF A MONSTER | World News
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UK | Brooke Davies
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11:06⇢Avignon Monster Weeps at Maximum Sentence
⌨The newspapers extensively cover the conclusion of the Gisèle Pelicot mass rape trial in France, with all 51 defendants found guilty. Her ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, dubbed the 'Monster of Avignon', received a 20-year sentence while sobbing in court (BBC, Daily Mail, Guardian, Independent, Mirror, Sun, Evening Standard, Times). New details emerge that their daughter confronted him during sentencing. Separately, HuffPost reports on public backlash against water bill increases.
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Ex-husband jailed for 20 years — but some walk free due to time already served
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World | Gergana Krasteva
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BBC
Gisèle Pelicot thanks supporters after 'difficult ordeal' of rape trial as ex-husband jailed for 20 years
Dominique Pelicot, 72, is jailed for 20 years for drugging and raping his ex-wife, and recruiting strangers to rape her.
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STANDING TALL | World News
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French President Emmanuel Macron is reportedly leading efforts to deploy a European force of up to 100,000 troops to Ukraine as peacekeepers in the event of ceasefire deal brokered by incoming President Donald Trump.
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STANDING TALL | World News
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The Guardian
Pelicot rape trial: ‘I never regretted my decision to go public’, says Gisèle Pelicot as she speaks after verdicts
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World | Gergana Krasteva
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12:26⇢Pelicot Speaks After Mass Trial Victory
⌨The newspapers extensively cover Gisèle Pelicot's public statement following the mass rape trial verdict. After her ex-husband received a 20-year sentence and 50 other men were collectively sentenced to 400 years, she emphasized her commitment to making the case public for societal awareness (BBC, Guardian, Independent, Mirror, Sun, Times, Metro). Separately, Macron proposes deploying European peacekeepers to Ukraine post-war (Breitbart).
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Sky News
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Guilty verdicts for all 51 defendants in mass rape trial
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The Guardian
Gisèle Pelicot 'never regretted decision to go public' as husband and 50 others found guilty
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DEVILS AT THE DOOR | World News
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DEVILS AT THE DOOR | World News
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Breaking | Live
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The Spectator
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Breaking | Live
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The Jewish Chronicle
The Prime Minister vowed to end the ‘torture’ being endured by Gaza hostages and their families
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Winter Appeal
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World | Sarah Hooper
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14:09⇢Crowds Chant For Pelicot As Justice Served
⌨The newspapers extensively report on new developments in the Gisèle Pelicot trial aftermath. Her daughter's emotional outburst in court and crowds chanting "merci" outside mark public reaction to the sentencing (Daily Mail, Mirror, Sky, Independent). All 51 defendants, including professionals like soldiers and firefighters, received collective sentences totaling over 400 years (Times, Guardian, BBC). Pelicot made a strong statement about her decision to publicize the case (Mirror, Guardian, Spectator).
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The Independent
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The Guardian
We share the same battle,' Gisèle Pelicot tells other rape victims as all 51 men found guilty'
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The Guardian
'We share the same battle', Gisèle Pelicot tells other victims as all 51 men found guilty in rape trial
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GOOD WILLS TO ALL | Royals
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The convictions bring to an end France's largest ever rape trial, which has shocked the country and world.
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The Jewish Chronicle
TV presenter’s incendiary interview was shared with her 555,000 Instagram followers
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'KILLER' IN COURT | UK News
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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'KILLER' IN COURT | UK News
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Dominique Pelicot’s 50 co-defendants were all given less jail time than prosecutors demanded
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UK | Gergana Krasteva
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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UK | Brooke Davies
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Breitbart UK
Brexit leader Nigel Farage has accused Britain’s Electoral Commission of acting as “establishment stooges” as it called for changes to UK election laws to limit the ability of figures such as Elon Musk to back his upstart Reform UK party.
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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The Jewish Chronicle
Hamas said negotiations about a hostage release deal were “serious and positive”
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The Spectator
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ANDY SPY ROW | Royals
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17:13⇢Pelicot Children Slam Light Sentences
⌨The newspapers extensively cover new reactions to the Gisèle Pelicot mass rape trial verdict, with her children condemning the "lenient" sentences for the 50 co-defendants (Times, Guardian, BBC). Nigel Farage accuses the Electoral Commission of trying to limit Elon Musk's potential donations to Reform UK (Breitbart), while new reports emerge about Prince Andrew's Chinese connections being potentially more damaging than his Epstein links (Sun). Hamas-Israel ceasefire talks enter "final phase" with growing optimism for hostage release (Jewish Chronicle).
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ANDY SPY ROW | Royals
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Gisèle Pelicot insisted upon waiving her right to anonymity to make the four-month trial public and force a debate on problematic attitudes towards sexual violence.
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World | Katie Boyden
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Putin tells an end-of-year press conference there should have been "systemic preparation" for the full-scale invasion.
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UK | Brooke Davies
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World | Katie Boyden
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The reforms to compulsory purchase orders will allow councils to pay owners less for their land to meet the prime minister’s target of 1.5 million extra homes
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Morning Star
French feminists salute Gisele Pelicot as her husband and 50 other rapists are jailed
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The Guardian
'We share the same battle,' Gisèle Pelicot tells other victims as all 51 men found guilty in rape trial
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Labour's Clive Lewis, trade unionists and campaigners demand public ownership of water after Ofwat announces £86 hike in bills from April
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The Guardian
‘We share the same battle’, Gisèle Pelicot tells other victims as all 51 men found guilty in rape trial
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Key appointment will send Labour veteran to Washington at start of Donald Trump presidency
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The Spectator
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SPICE STRIFE | News TV
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21:13⇢Mandelson's Washington Surprise
⌨The newspapers extensively cover Putin's televised statement expressing regret for not invading Ukraine earlier (BBC), while UK politics focuses on Starmer's controversial appointment of Lord Mandelson as US Ambassador (Times, Spectator, Sky). The Gisèle Pelicot rape trial concludes with all 51 defendants found guilty, as she becomes a prominent voice against sexual violence (Guardian, Channel 4). Prince William and Kate's absence from the royal Christmas lunch generates discussion (Mirror).
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UK | Brooke Davies
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World | Katie Boyden
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UK | Brooke Davies
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The Times
Key appointment will send Labour veteran to Washington at start of Donald Trump presidency
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Andrew Bailey downgrades growth forecasts and says businesses are cutting costs and raising prices
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