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Betty White
personSeth Meyers tweeted that White is the "only SNL host I ever saw get a standing ovation" President Joe Biden said she "brought a smile to the lips of generations of Americans" Ryan Reynolds, who starred alongside White and Sandra Bullock in "The Proposal," said the "world looks different now"
Scott McTominay
personManchester United beat Burnley 3-1 in their Premier League clash. Scott McTominay, Cristiano Ronaldo and a Ben Mee own goal put United 3-0 up. Jadon Sancho pulled one back before half-time with a fine effort. United have won eight games in a row in all competitions.
Thomas Tuchel
personThomas Tuchel says Romelu Lukaku has upset 'calm and focus' at Chelsea with his bombshell interview in Italy. £98m signing sent shockwaves through the Blues on Thursday night after confessing he is unhappy with his role under Tuchel. Tuchel said he believed Lukaku was happy, but said the comments come at a bad time.
Manchester United
organizationManchester United beat Burnley 3-1 at Old Trafford on Thursday. Goals from Scott McTominay, Cristiano Ronaldo and a Ben Mee own goal put the Red Devils in charge. Victory saw United leapfrog Tottenham into sixth place in the Premier League. United have now won eight games in a row in all competitions.
Betty White
personBetty White, who was the last surviving star of television’s “The Golden Girls,’ died overnight in Brentwood, her friend and agent Jeff Witjas said. The cause of death is unknown. Ellen DeGeneres, Henry Winkler and Piers Morgan have paid tribute.
Jeffrey Epstein
personGhislaine Maxwell, 60, found guilty of five out of six counts of sex trafficking. Socialite helped entice vulnerable teenagers to Epstein's properties for him to sexually abuse. Her youngest alleged victim was just 14. Maxwell received more than 30 million dollars from Epstein in the space of eight years.
Chelsea
organizationChelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by Brighton in the Premier League. Thomas Tuchel's side are now eight points behind leaders Manchester City. Chelsea have won just once of their last four Premier League games.
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.
Ghislaine Maxwell
personGhislaine Maxwell found guilty on five of six charges against her. The 60-year-old could face up to 65 years in prison. Maxwell received more than 30 million dollars (£22.6 million) from Epstein.
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.
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'
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.