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Ben Jennings on the Gisèle Pelicot rape trial verdict – cartoon

The Guardian - 21m

Gisèle Pelicot's Ex-Husband Jailed for 20 Years in Mass Rape Trial

Dozens of other men were also convicted of raping Pelicot after her then-husband drugged her, in a case that shook France.

The Wall Street Journal - 50m

Cheers, chants and hope for change: supporters thank Gisèle Pelicot for her bravery as rape trial ends

Gisèle Pelicot was greeted by applause as she left court after her ex-husband and 50 other men were sentenced. Gisèle Pelicot rape trial: husband jailed for 20 years as all 51 men found guilty ...

The Guardian - 1h

Gisèle Pelicot’s Testimony in France Rape Trial Becomes a Message of Hope

Dozens of men who abused Gisèle Pelicot were convicted, including the man who invited them to do so: her husband of 50 years. She wanted the public trial to show rape victims they were not alone.

The New York Times - 1h

Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband jailed for 20 years in mass rape trial

The convictions bring to an end France's largest ever rape trial, which has shocked the country and world.

BBC News - 2h

Who are the men convicted over rape and assault of Gisèle Pelicot?

Dominique Pelicot has been jailed for 20 years for drugging his then wife and inviting men to rape her – and 50 men were found guilty alongside him. Warning: this article contains descriptions ...

The Guardian - 2h

Why Every HR Professional and Manager Should Know the Story of Gisèle Pelicot

If someone files a complaint of sexual harassment or misconduct, you must investigate. Little things can uncover much greater problems.

Inc. - 3h

The Troubled, Violent Lives of the Men Accused of Raping Gisèle Pelicot

Some dubbed those on trial as “Mr. Everyman,” but more complicated portraits have emerged during the trial.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

Gisèle Pelicot’s Testimony in France Rape Trial Becomes a Message of Hope

Dozens of men who abused Gisèle Pelicot were convicted, including the man who invited them to do so: her husband of 50 years. She wanted the public trial to show rape victims they were not alone.

The New York Times - 1h

Gisèle Pelicot's statement outside court in full

The 72-year-old's ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, was earlier sentenced to 20 years in prison for aggravated rape.

BBC News - 2h

Gisèle Pelicot: What Courage Looks Like

The French rape trial is over. The verdicts have been levied. And Gisèle Pelicot’s image has become a symbol of female strength around the world.

The New York Times - 3h

Who Are the 51 Men Convicted in the Gisèle Pelicot Rape Trial?

Most of the accused received sentences of eight to 10 years, less than the 10- to 18-year terms that the public prosecutor had recommended.

The New York Times - 6h

Gisèle Pelicot arrives to supporters' cheers at Avignon court

Gisèle Pelicot pushes through crowds of journalist to attend court.

BBC News - 9h

Gisèle Pelicot: verdicts expected in rape trial that shocked France

Dominique Pelicot likely to be given 20 years for drugging his ex-wife and inviting strangers to rape her over a decade. The mass rape trial that has sent shockwaves through France and horrified ...

The Guardian - 1d

Gisèle Pelicot and the 51 men she faced in court

The mass rape trial has shaken French attitudes towards sexual violence and consent.

BBC News - 1d

Popovich grateful for support during recovery

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, who is recovering from a "mild stroke," issued a statement saying he and his family are "forever grateful" for the support they've received

ESPN - 2d

Are you catching holiday blues instead of cheer? Here are some ways to find peace

Experts say that the holidays can put a strain on your mental health

ABC News - 3d

Stellar Blade Gets A Cheerful Holiday Update This Week With New Minigame

Shift Up has announced that Stellar Blade will get a free holiday-themed update tomorrow, December 17.. In this update, Eve gets a Santa Dress and Adam gets the ironic "I'm No Santa" costume ...

GameSpot - 3d

Gisèle Pelicot removes all traces of her husband from her life

In the years before the mass rape trial that has shocked France, Gisèle almost caught Dominique Pelicot.

BBC News - 4d

‘Gisèle is waiting for explanations’: the dark questions at the heart of the Pelicot trial

The evidence heard in court has horrified the world. But as the trial comes to an end, the questions it has raised about ‘ordinary’ men, French society, and rape culture have still not been ...

The Guardian - 5d

Syrians cheer end of 50 years of Assad rule at first Friday prayers since government fell

Exuberant Syrians observed the first Friday prayers since the ouster of President Bashar Assad, gathering in the capital’s historic main mosque, its largest square and around the country to ...

ABC News - 5d

Trump rings bell at NYSE to cheers of 'USA' as Wall Street CEOs, business leaders look on

President-elect Donald Trump, who seeks to attract and boost business in the U.S., was greeted with enthusiasm from the NYSE crowd.

CNBC - Dec. 12

The 50 men accused in mass rape of Gisèle Pelicot

The men accused of raping Gisèle Pelicot have been dubbed Monsieur-Tout-Le-Monde as they broadly represent a microcosm of French society.

BBC News - Dec. 11

Gisèle Pelicot lifts her sunglasses and chooses to fight back

The woman at the centre of the mass rape case sees her public trial as a chance to "stand for all victims".

BBC News - Dec. 9

In Romanian Village, Anger Fuels Support for Ultranationalist ‘Messiah’

A presidential election has been called off, but the discontent that propelled the surging campaign of a rightist firebrand rages on.

The New York Times - Dec. 8

Eye Opener: Trump doubles down on Hegseth support

President-elect Donald Trump is doubling down on his support of Pete Hegseth as his pick for secretary of defense. Meanwhile, President Biden is said to be considering a wave of preemptive pardons ...

CBS News - Dec. 7

How strong is Pete Hegseth's support on Capitol Hill?

The incoming president and vice president are standing firm behind the person they hope will lead the Department of Defense next year. In a social media post Friday morning, President-elect Donald ...

CBS News - Dec. 6

Trump says support for Hegseth's nomination is "strong and deep"

Trump's pick for defense chief, Pete Hegseth, has been meeting with GOP senators, amid allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and mismanagement of two veterans' organizations he ran.

CBS News - Dec. 6

Trump voices support for embattled nominee Hegseth

President-elect Trump on Friday offered support for his nominee to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, amid questions about whether allegations of sexual misconduct and excessive drinking will doom ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Will Washington need to step up to support Intel?

Exit of CEO Pat Gelsinger maybe a sign of a shift in attitude by the company’s board to a huge strategic overhaul

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Why Small-Business Owners Are Cheering the Suspension of the Corporate Transparency Act

A Texas judge delivered a nationwide injunction against application of a law requiring small businesses to report their real beneficial owners by January 1.

Inc. - Dec. 5

The case for supporting Ukraine is both moral and geostrategic

While Ukraine and the West are willing to make concessions in order to reach a compromise with Russia, Putin is not. He will accept a compromise only if he is forced to accept one.

The Hill - Dec. 5

FirstFT: Bitcoin hits $100,000 on back of Trump support

Also in this newsletter, French parliament removes prime minister and Trump discusses replacing defence secretary pick

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Cramer throws support behind Hegseth 'barring surprises'

Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) said Wednesday that he is supportive of Pete Hegseth’s nomination to lead the Pentagon as long as no more “surprises” emerge during his confirmation process, which has ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Pelosi on Hunter Biden pardon: 'I support the president'

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) indicated support for President Biden’s controversial move to pardon his son, Hunter Biden. Pelosi told The Hill on Wednesday when asked for her thoughts ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Terns’s stock soars as analysts cheer leukemia data — and predict more gains

The pharma company now has two positive proof-of-concept trials under its belt, including its weight-loss pill.

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

Clyburn says he'd support Biden pardoning Trump

Rep. James E. Clyburn (D-S.C.) signaled he would support President Biden if he were to offer clemency to President-elect Trump in his legal cases, days after Washington was rattled by the ...

The Hill - Dec. 4