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Alan Dershowitz
personAlan Dershowitz was a lawyer for convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He has himself been accused of sexual abuse by one of Epstein's accusers. BBC says he was not "an impartial analyst" and has launched an investigation.
Prince Andrew
personGhislaine Maxwell found guilty of sex trafficking and other charges. Sentenced to 65 years behind bars after jurors declared her a child sex predator. The 60-year-old British socialite was labelled a 'dangerous' predator. Attention will now turn to civil suit in which plaintiff alleges Andrew had sex with her.
Ghislaine Maxwell
personGhislaine Maxwell found guilty on all but one of six child sex trafficking charges. She was accused of soliciting girls to perform'massages' on Jeffrey Epstein. The 60-year-old now faces a maximum sentence of 65 years in prison.
John Madden
personJohn Madden won seven division championships and one Super Bowl in his 10 seasons with the Oakland Raiders. Madden helped reinvent football as a television sport, delivering his color commentary in a distinct voice. He was 103-32-7 as head coach and led the Raiders to a Super Bowl over the Minnesota Vikings in 1976.
Harry Reid
personHarry Reid, who served as a U.S. Senator for Nevada from 1987 until 2017, died on Tuesday. His wife, Landra Gould Reid, said he died after a 'courageous, four-year battle with pancreatic cancer'
Novak Djokovic
personNovak Djokovic pulls out of this week's ATP Cup in Sydney. Nine-time Australian Open champion has refused to confirm if he has been inoculated against coronavirus. France will replace Austria in Group B after Dominic Thiem and Dennis Novak pull out.
Jeffrey Epstein
personGhislaine Maxwell, 59, is accused of grooming underage girls for sex. She allegedly lured girls as young as 14 into Epstein's orbit with promises of scholarships, mentoring, and donations. Maxwell was found guilty of five of the six counts against her. She faces up to 65 years in prison.
Stand News
organizationHong Kong-based Stand News is shutting down following a police raid. Senior staff were arrested and accused of "conspiracy to publish seditious publications" Over 200 police officers were reportedly involved in the raid.
the Oakland Raiders
organizationMadden won seven division championships and one Super Bowl in his 10 seasons with the Raiders. He retired as the winningest coach in franchise history. After coaching, Madden moved into broadcasting, bringing his distinctive voice to the booth.
Andrew Cuomo
personWestchester County District Attorney Mimi Rocah said there was evidence to conclude the conduct did occur. A report in August by Attorney General Letitia James chronicled accusations from 11 women. Cuomo has denied sexually harassing anyone or touching anyone inappropriately.
Gary Neville
personGary Neville blasts Manchester United as 'a bunch of whingebags' Former United defender criticises Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes. Neville also criticises United's passive display in 1-1 draw at Newcastle.
Scott Boland
personAustralia beat England by an innings and 14 runs before lunch. Victory means Australia retains the Ashes, with a 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Debutant Scott Boland picked up 6/7 in four overs and England were bundled out for just 68 in their second innings.
Valentina Orellana-Peralta
personLAPD officer killed 14-year-old Valentina Orellana-Peralta while firing at a suspect. Shooting reignited "intense debate" in L.A. about the police role in "keeping communities safe" Civil rights groups are calling for the officer who opened fire to face charges.
Ben Chilwell
personBen Chilwell has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Chelsea could look to sign a replacement in the January transfer window. Everton's Lucas Digne and Barcelona's Sergino Dest are rumoured to be on Chelsea’s shortlist.
Manchester United
organizationManchester United have rejected a loan offer from Sevilla for Anthony Martial. The offer only covered half of the striker's £200,000-a-week wages. United are yet to decide if they will let Martial leave on loan. CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester United news.
Joe Root
personAustralia retain the Ashes with thumping innings and 14-run win in Melbourne. England collapsed to 68 all out in their second innings for a humiliating total of 68. Geoffrey Boycott has called on Joe Root to step down as England captain. Head coach Chris Silverwood believes England's player DO support him.
Jean-Marc Vallée
personCanadian director Jean-Marc Vallée was found dead Sunday at his cabin in Quebec City. Cause of death was not immediately disclosed. Vallée is known for helming "Dallas Buyers Club," "Big Little Lies" and "Sharp Objects"
Dak Prescott
personDak Prescott threw four touchdown passes, DeMarcus Lawrence returned an interception for a score. The Cowboys tied the franchise record for points in a first half while taking a 42-7 lead. Washington allowed its most points since 2010 in the most-lopsided loss for either team in a storied rivalry.
Premier League
organizationBrighton up to ninth after first Premier League win since September thanks to Leandro Trossard's sublime lob and a thumping strike by Neal Maupay. Manchester City beat Leicester City 6-3 to go six points clear at the top of the Premier League. Arsenal thrash Norwich City 5-0 while Chelsea beat Aston Villa 3-1. Tottenham Hotspur beat Crystal Palace 3-0 and Southampton beat West Ham 3-2.
Desmond Tutu
personFormer Archbishop Desmond Tutu, South Africa’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning icon, died Sunday at 90. Tutu was on the frontline fighting for freedom and equality in South Africa. The Dalai Lama called him a ‘true humanitarian and a committed advocate of human rights’