- Summary of Sunday Papers
- The Sunday Times
- Sunday Telegraph
- The full low down of the accusations against Russel Brand
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk
Most of Sunday’s newspapers lead on the explosive allegations against comedian Russell Brand, including rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse. The comedian, came out on social media and denied all the allegations against, as a witch-hunt.
The allegations were made in a joint investigation by the Sunday Times, the Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches and relate to a seven-year period at the height of his fame.
Having denied the allegations he went on to say his relationships have been “always consensual”.
Russell Brand allegations
The Sunday Times – part of the investigation team – headlines the story as “Russell Brand, the ‘sex predator’ who hid in plain sight.”
The Telegraph reports on the allegations whilst noting Brand was greeted with a standing ovation when he stepped on stage at Wembley Park Theatre on Saturday evening. He told the audience “there are a lot of things I want to talk about, I can’t talk about.”
“Brand accused of rape and sex assaults,” says the Sunday Mirror – the front page reports on the allegation that he sent a taxi to pick up a 16-year-old girl from school for sex.
The Mail on Sunday also reports on the allegations, saying Brand has been accused of rape and “grooming” a 16-year-old. It reports that he “brazenly” took the stage at his show on Saturday evening.
“Russell Brand raped me,” says the Sun on Sunday. “Brand denies rape and sex assault claims,” says the Sunday Express. Whilst the Sunday People uses the headline: “Brand accused of rape,” and uses a screenshot from his YouTube denial video.
The Sunday Papers – Reviewed and Summarised
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You Traitor
You Traitor The Sun on Sunday splashes with the headline “You Traitor,” revealing that Traitors winner Jake Brown was confronted by his wife after meeting with a female work colleague multiple times. The story has sparked a mix of sympathy and gossip, with readers weighing in on the reality star’s personal life. England and ex-Man City player Kyle
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Police file raises new doubts over Letby guilt
Police file raises new doubts over Letby guilt The Mail on Sunday claims a “bombshell revelation” in the Lucy Letby case, suggesting the jury may have been misled over key evidence. The story reveals that during the initial investigation into suspicious incidents at the Countess of Chester Hospital, Letby was off duty for 10 out of 28
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Chinese viewed Duke of York as ‘useful channel’
Chinese viewed Duke of York as ‘useful channel’ The Sunday Times delves into newly-released court documents suggesting that China viewed Prince Andrew as a “valuable communication channel.” The files reveal that MI5 questioned the Duke of York’s most senior aide about his relationship with alleged spy Yang Tengbo, adding another layer of intrigue to the ongoing scrutiny
