thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Bipolar mum who strangled baby son to death at hospital unit will not be jailed

A bipolar mum who strangled her five-month-old baby son to death at a hospital unit will not be jailed , a judge has ruled .
Samantha Pink , 39 , killed Connor Young at The Beeches , a mother and baby inpatient service at The Radbourne Unit , part of Royal Derby Hospital , on July 12 .
The mother-of-two , who has suffered mental health problems all her adult life , pleaded guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility at Nottingham Crown Court last month .
In a victim impact statement , Connor 's father - Pink ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a judge not to jail her .
Pink , from Stenson Fields , Derby , has been handed an indefinite hospital order .
This means she will only be released back into the community when medical experts say she is well enough .
Last month Pink , a maths and business studies graduate , pleaded not guilty to murder , but admitted manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility .
Mr Justice Baker QC , sentencing , said : “ It is clear you were suffering a mental illness , namely bipolar affective @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stresses of bringing up a young baby .
“ You did not disclose this at the time but you admitted you thought about strangling Connor in the days leading up ( to the event ) .
“ The reason you took the dreadful steps of strangling your son was due to you being overwhelmed by your mental condition.
” Mary Prior QC , prosecuting , said Pink has been suffering mental health conditions since 1999 , leading to her being sectioned a number of times under the Mental Health Act .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a baby girl with her partner in March 2018 .
Miss Prior said Connor was born earlier this year and Pink was admitted to the unit at her own request amid concerns about her mental health .
Around two weeks before the killing , Pink went missing and when she was found said she had intended to take her own life .
Outlining the day of Connor ’ s death , Miss Prior said : “ Between 9am and 10am she was talkative and had an increased appetite and at the 10am check @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how well she was doing .
“ The strangulation took place between 11.45am and 12.05pm .
The nurse went into the room and saw Connor sat with Miss Pink .
“ Miss Pink said the strangling lasted 15 minutes .
She said she started , stopped , and then started again .
“ Staff and paramedics tried to save his life but they were not able to .
“ When asked about it she replied : ‘ I just can ’ t be a mum , I don ’ t know how people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said Pink was arrested and taken into custody where she was assessed and asked what had happened .
She said Pink replied : “ I know I have done a terrible thing , I have done something quite serious , I have been planning it for four days.
” Connor ’ s father fought back tears in the witness box as he read out his own victim personal statement .
In it , he said : “ Connor was a lovely , happy , smiling baby .
“ I have suffered greatly from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got to say goodbye to my little boy .
The next time I saw him he was asleep .
“ There ’ s no cure for this pain .
I feel that I have had to watch helplessly as my family has fallen apart .
“ And I have had the heartache of watching Sam , the woman I have loved for so long , turn into someone I did not recognise .
“ I ’ ve been with her for 14 years .
I know how much she is tormented by this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happened .
I know how much she is hurting inside.
” Clive Stockwell QC , mitigating , asked the consultant psychiatrist who is currently treating Pink to speak at the sentencing hearing .
The medic said : “ She is extremely unwell and there is no previous history of her showing any violence towards children .
“ When she is feeling very unwell and she would have a child in her care that is when she would create a risk .
“ She suffers a very severe depressive mental disorder , she is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ She is very ill and requires ongoing assessment and treatment in a hospital like ours which is appropriate and available for her.
” Derbyshire Police said it would not be releasing a custody photograph of Pink .

Samantha Pink pleaded guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility over the death of her newborn son Connor Young while they were in a Derbyshire hospital
Bipolar mum who strangled baby son to death at hospital unit will not be jailed
A bipolar mum who strangled her five-month-old baby son to death at a hospital unit will not be jailed, a judge has ruled.
Samantha Pink, 39, killed Connor Young at The Beeches, a mother and baby inpatient service at The Radbourne Unit, part of Royal Derby Hospital, on July 12.
The mother-of-two, who has suffered mental health problems all her adult life, pleaded guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility at Nottingham Crown Court last month.
In a victim impact statement, Connor's father - Pink’s partner of 14 years - begged a judge not to jail her.
Pink, from Stenson Fields, Derby, has been handed an indefinite hospital order.
Image: Nottingham Post/BPM Media) Nottingham Post/BPM Media)
This means she will only be released back into the community when medical experts say she is well enough.
Last month Pink, a maths and business studies graduate, pleaded not guilty to murder, but admitted manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility.
Mr Justice Baker QC, sentencing, said: “It is clear you were suffering a mental illness, namely bipolar affective disorder, exacerbated by childbirth and the stresses of bringing up a young baby.
“You did not disclose this at the time but you admitted you thought about strangling Connor in the days leading up (to the event).
“The reason you took the dreadful steps of strangling your son was due to you being overwhelmed by your mental condition.”
Mary Prior QC, prosecuting, said Pink has been suffering mental health conditions since 1999, leading to her being sectioned a number of times under the Mental Health Act.
She said the defendant moved to Derby and had a baby girl with her partner in March 2018.
Miss Prior said Connor was born earlier this year and Pink was admitted to the unit at her own request amid concerns about her mental health.
Around two weeks before the killing, Pink went missing and when she was found said she had intended to take her own life.
Outlining the day of Connor’s death, Miss Prior said: “Between 9am and 10am she was talkative and had an increased appetite and at the 10am check she was given lots of praise about how well she was doing.
“The strangulation took place between 11.45am and 12.05pm. The nurse went into the room and saw Connor sat with Miss Pink.
“Miss Pink said the strangling lasted 15 minutes. She said she started, stopped, and then started again.
“Staff and paramedics tried to save his life but they were not able to.
“When asked about it she replied: ‘I just can’t be a mum, I don’t know how people do it.'”
Miss Prior said Pink was arrested and taken into custody where she was assessed and asked what had happened.
She said Pink replied: “I know I have done a terrible thing, I have done something quite serious, I have been planning it for four days.”
Connor’s father fought back tears in the witness box as he read out his own victim personal statement.
In it, he said: “Connor was a lovely, happy, smiling baby.
“I have suffered greatly from what happened that morning, I never got to say goodbye to my little boy. The next time I saw him he was asleep.
“There’s no cure for this pain. I feel that I have had to watch helplessly as my family has fallen apart.
“And I have had the heartache of watching Sam, the woman I have loved for so long, turn into someone I did not recognise.
“I’ve been with her for 14 years. I know how much she is tormented by this, she cannot understand what has happened. I know how much she is hurting inside.”
Clive Stockwell QC, mitigating, asked the consultant psychiatrist who is currently treating Pink to speak at the sentencing hearing.
The medic said: “She is extremely unwell and there is no previous history of her showing any violence towards children.
“When she is feeling very unwell and she would have a child in her care that is when she would create a risk.
“She suffers a very severe depressive mental disorder, she is not a risk to any adults.
“She is very ill and requires ongoing assessment and treatment in a hospital like ours which is appropriate and available for her.”
Derbyshire Police said it would not be releasing a custody photograph of Pink.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Love Island's Alexandra Cane says women don't think she 'represents them' now

Love Island ’ s Alexandra Cane has revealed that women don ’ t think she “ represents them ” anymore after she dramatically slimmed down from a size 10 to a size 6 .
The reality telly star has told how she ’ s now trolled online for no longer being the “ curvy ” icon she was praised for being when taking part in the dating show in 2018 .
The brunette bombshell recently opened up to MailOnline to admit she ’ s accused of not “ representing ” women in the same way now she 's an “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ onto screens two years ago and was quickly hailed as curvaceous pin-up .
She told the publication it was “ great ” that so many of the show ’ s fans felt “ empowered ” by her figure .
“ I found out a week before I was going on the show so I did n't train beforehand , I was just Alex , ” she said .
But Alex confessed she now feels pressure when she makes lifestyle changes - like the ones which saw her drop two dress sizes earlier this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t feel represented by her anymore .
“ That does n't mean I am not body positive , ” she said .
“ In actual fact , I very much am , I 'm just taking better care of myself , that does n't mean I did n't like my body before – it 's just what 's going on in my head .
“ No one saw I ended up in hospital because of anxiety attacks and that 's why I made changes – not because I want biceps.
” Alex @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after she faced unemployment , a toxic relationship and feeling like she didn ’ t have a purpose .
The final straw , she confessed , came when both her parents got ill and she fell into unhealthy eating and drinking habits .
“ I almost lost my mum and dad last year , ” she heartbreakingly revealed .
“ My mum is in intensive care right now .
I have driven to see her to stand outside the window but I haven ’ t been able to hug her or anything.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health deteriorate made her consider whether their conditions could have been prevented with diet , exercise and environment .
She then threw herself into exercise and healthy eating which she described as “ massively hard in the beginning ” .
She explained she now speaks to herself more positively and wears clothes she wouldn ’ t have before as she ’ s more confident and “ feels amazing ” .

Love Island's Alexandra Cane has told how she’s now trolled online for no longer being the 'curvy' icon she was praised for being when she took part in the dating show in 2018
Alexandra Cane says women don't think she 'represents them' after dramatic weight loss
Love Island ’s Alexandra Cane has revealed that women don’t think she “represents them” anymore after she dramatically slimmed down from a size 10 to a size 6.
The reality telly star has told how she’s now trolled online for no longer being the “curvy” icon she was praised for being when taking part in the dating show in 2018.
The brunette bombshell recently opened up to MailOnline to admit she’s accused of not “representing” women in the same way now she's an “extra small”.
The 29-year-old burst onto screens two years ago and was quickly hailed as curvaceous pin-up.
She told the publication it was “great” that so many of the show’s fans felt “empowered” by her figure.
Image: ITV) ITV)
“I found out a week before I was going on the show so I didn't train beforehand, I was just Alex,” she said.
But Alex confessed she now feels pressure when she makes lifestyle changes - like the ones which saw her drop two dress sizes earlier this year - because some female fans don’t feel represented by her anymore.
“That doesn't mean I am not body positive,” she said. “In actual fact, I very much am, I'm just taking better care of myself, that doesn't mean I didn't like my body before – it's just what's going on in my head.
“No one saw I ended up in hospital because of anxiety attacks and that's why I made changes – not because I want biceps.”
Image: ITV) ITV)
Alex explained that her dramatic lifestyle overhaul came after she faced unemployment, a toxic relationship and feeling like she didn’t have a purpose.
The final straw, she confessed, came when both her parents got ill and she fell into unhealthy eating and drinking habits.
“I almost lost my mum and dad last year,” she heartbreakingly revealed.
“My mum is in intensive care right now. I have driven to see her to stand outside the window but I haven’t been able to hug her or anything.”
Alex said that seeing her parents’ health deteriorate made her consider whether their conditions could have been prevented with diet, exercise and environment.
She then threw herself into exercise and healthy eating which she described as “massively hard in the beginning”.
She explained she now speaks to herself more positively and wears clothes she wouldn’t have before as she’s more confident and “feels amazing”.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Lizzie McGuire fans devastated as Hilary Duff says revival is cancelled

Hilary Duff has devastated fans with a shock announcement that her highly anticipated Lizzie McGuire reboot has been cancelled .
After being plagued by creative difficulties and changes throughout the past year , the 33-year-old confirmed today that the revival will not be moving forward at Disney+ .
Hilary took to Instagram to post a lengthy statement , dashing fans ’ nostalgic dreams .
She revealed the Disney+ revival was just another casualty in a challenging year for many .
Writing to her 16million followers , she wrote : “ I ’ ve been so honoured to have the character @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She has made such a lasting impact on many , including myself .
To see the fans ' loyalty and love for her , to this day , means so much to me.
” The hit show first burst on screens on the Disney Channel in 2001 .
Its massive popularity saw it even receive its own film in 2003 , which grossed $ 55million ( £41million ) at the box office .
Fans were overjoyed when filming on the Lizzie McGuire revival began last year after the reboot was confirmed in August @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reboot were created .
But the show has been marred by creative differences before they could ever air .
Hilary continued : “ I know the efforts and conversations have been everywhere trying to make a reboot work , but sadly & despite everyone 's best efforts , it is n't going to happen .
“ I want any reboot of Lizzie to be honest and authentic to who Lizzie would be today .
It 's what the character deserves .
“ We can all take a moment to mourn the amazing woman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we would have taken with her , ' Hilary wrote .
“ I ’ m very sad , but I promise everyone tried their best and the stars just did n't align .
Hey now , this is what 2020s made of.
” The show ’ s original stars and creator were initially involved in the show but a series of disagreements over how to approach the character ’ s adult life saw Terri Minsky , who created the show , dramatically leave the show in January after the first two episodes were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the “ creative direction ” that Disney+ was pushing on Lizzie .
Hilary herself then expressed her disapproval with how the reboot was being handled in February , implying that its “ adult themes ” were not deemed “ family-friendly ” enough for Disney audiences .
Reports claimed the reboot saw Lizzie living in Brooklyn and discovering her fiancé having an affair .
The Hollywood Reporter revealed in March that a leaked script included “ the existence of sex with cheating as a central plot point ” .
Hilary reportedly pleaded with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ service Hulu so the reboot wouldn ’ t “ limit the realities of a 30-year-old ’ s journey to live under the ceiling of a PG rating ” .
Hilary said at the time : “ It 's important to me that just as her experience as a preteen / teenager navigating her life were authentic , her next chapters are equally as real and relatable.
” She added : “ It would be a dream if Disney would let us move the show to Hulu , if they were interested , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life again.
” It seems Disney didn ’ t agree and now the show has been axed .

After being plagued by creative difficulties and changes throughout the past year, Hilary Duff confirmed today that the Lizzie McGuire revival will not be moving forward at Disney+
Hilary Duff has devastated fans with a shock announcement that her highly anticipated Lizzie McGuire reboot has been cancelled.
After being plagued by creative difficulties and changes throughout the past year, the 33-year-old confirmed today that the revival will not be moving forward at Disney+.
Hilary took to Instagram to post a lengthy statement, dashing fans’ nostalgic dreams.
She revealed the Disney+ revival was just another casualty in a challenging year for many.
Writing to her 16million followers, she wrote: “I’ve been so honoured to have the character of Lizzie in my life.
“She has made such a lasting impact on many, including myself. To see the fans' loyalty and love for her, to this day, means so much to me.”
The hit show first burst on screens on the Disney Channel in 2001.
Its massive popularity saw it even receive its own film in 2003, which grossed $55million (£41million) at the box office.
Fans were overjoyed when filming on the Lizzie McGuire revival began last year after the reboot was confirmed in August 2019, and two episodes of the reboot were created.
Image: Disney) Disney)
But the show has been marred by creative differences before they could ever air.
Hilary continued: “I know the efforts and conversations have been everywhere trying to make a reboot work, but sadly & despite everyone's best efforts, it isn't going to happen.
“I want any reboot of Lizzie to be honest and authentic to who Lizzie would be today. It's what the character deserves.
“We can all take a moment to mourn the amazing woman she would have been and the adventures we would have taken with her,' Hilary wrote.
“I’m very sad, but I promise everyone tried their best and the stars just didn't align. Hey now, this is what 2020s made of.”
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
The show’s original stars and creator were initially involved in the show but a series of disagreements over how to approach the character’s adult life saw Terri Minsky, who created the show, dramatically leave the show in January after the first two episodes were filmed.
She cryptically cited an unhappiness with the “creative direction” that Disney+ was pushing on Lizzie.
Hilary herself then expressed her disapproval with how the reboot was being handled in February, implying that its “adult themes” were not deemed “family-friendly” enough for Disney audiences.
Reports claimed the reboot saw Lizzie living in Brooklyn and discovering her fiancé having an affair.
The Hollywood Reporter revealed in March that a leaked script included “the existence of sex with cheating as a central plot point”.
Image: Disney) Disney)
Hilary reportedly pleaded with Disney to move the show to streaming service Hulu so the reboot wouldn’t “limit the realities of a 30-year-old’s journey to live under the ceiling of a PG rating”.
Hilary said at the time: “It's important to me that just as her experience as a preteen / teenager navigating her life were authentic, her next chapters are equally as real and relatable.”
She added: “It would be a dream if Disney would let us move the show to Hulu, if they were interested, and I could bring this beloved character to life again.”
It seems Disney didn’t agree and now the show has been axed.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--The Crown's Gillian Anderson shares behind-the-scenes snap in Thatcher costume

Gillian Anderson has unveiled a hilarious snap on social media in which she had some fun behind-the scenes-while dressed as Margaret Thatcher .
The 52-year-old American actress , who plays the Iron Lady in The Crown , decided to give fans a sneak peek at what the actors get up to when the cameras are n't rolling .
Taking to social media , Gillian was dressed head to toe as her iconic character while she sprawled across two thrones in a lavishly decorated room on set .
In the snap , which she shared with her 1.6 million Instagram followers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she gripped her handbag in her hand .
`` Just trying it out .
@ thecrownnetflix , '' Gillian captioned the shot .
Gillian 's followers were loving the candid snap and took to the comment section to share their approval .
`` My mom : 'Sit like a lady !
; Me : , '' penned one fan .
`` You ’ re sitting like Gillian but your face says Thatcher , '' penned another .
A third joked : `` Is your album dropping ? ''
`` Best Margaret Thatcher ever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s better than the real Margaret Thatcher , '' wrote a fourth .
It 's not the first time that Gillian has given The Crown fans a glimpse into the behind the scenes happenings of the hit show .
Just less than a week ago , Gillian also shared a collection of hilarious snaps that featured her giggling in costume alongside Helena Bonham Carter who was dressed as Princess Margaret .
In another shot , The Queen actress Olivia Colman provided the best photobomb with a jubilant smile as Gillian posed alongside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the cast have actually been sharing lots of snippets from filming ever since the fourth season of The Crown was released in mid-November .
The show is expected to have two more seasons , however production will not begin on Series 5 until the summer of 2021 .
A sixth and final season is then scheduled for 2022 .
The Crown seasons 1 to 4 are available now on Netflix .
What did you think of The Crown season 4 ?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below .
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The Crown actress Gillian Anderson looked fierce as she sprawled across two thrones while dressed as her iconic character Margaret Thatcher in a hilarious behind-the-scenes snap
Gillian Anderson has unveiled a hilarious snap on social media in which she had some fun behind-the scenes-while dressed as Margaret Thatcher.
The 52-year-old American actress, who plays the Iron Lady in The Crown, decided to give fans a sneak peek at what the actors get up to when the cameras aren't rolling.
Taking to social media, Gillian was dressed head to toe as her iconic character while she sprawled across two thrones in a lavishly decorated room on set.
In the snap, which she shared with her 1.6 million Instagram followers, Gillian also pulled a pout as she gripped her handbag in her hand.
"Just trying it out. @thecrownnetflix," Gillian captioned the shot.
Gillian's followers were loving the candid snap and took to the comment section to share their approval.
Image: Gillian Anderson/Instagram) Gillian Anderson/Instagram)
"My mom: 'Sit like a lady!; Me:," penned one fan.
"You’re sitting like Gillian but your face says Thatcher," penned another.
A third joked: "Is your album dropping?"
"Best Margaret Thatcher ever... she’s so good she’s better than the real Margaret Thatcher," wrote a fourth.
It's not the first time that Gillian has given The Crown fans a glimpse into the behind the scenes happenings of the hit show.
Image: Sophie Mutevelian/Netflix) Sophie Mutevelian/Netflix)
Just less than a week ago, Gillian also shared a collection of hilarious snaps that featured her giggling in costume alongside Helena Bonham Carter who was dressed as Princess Margaret.
In another shot, The Queen actress Olivia Colman provided the best photobomb with a jubilant smile as Gillian posed alongside Peter Morgan.
Gillian and the rest of the cast have actually been sharing lots of snippets from filming ever since the fourth season of The Crown was released in mid-November.
Image: Des Willie/Netflix) Des Willie/Netflix)
The show is expected to have two more seasons, however production will not begin on Series 5 until the summer of 2021.
A sixth and final season is then scheduled for 2022.
The Crown seasons 1 to 4 are available now on Netflix.
What did you think of The Crown season 4? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Robbie Williams 'almost died with mercury poisoning due to extreme seafood diet'

Robbie Williams has revealed that he could have faced death if he had n't changed his very seafood orientated diet .
The 46-year-old former Take That singer spoke out about the moment that he was told he had high levels of mercury poisoning in his body , and how he could have `` dropped dead '' due to it .
Robbie said that he was enjoying eating octopus , squid and tuna so much , that he was putting himself at risk as much of it was contaminated .
It was only after a routine blood test that the singer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and that he was actually putting his life at risk if he carried on eating the levels of fish he was .
The test results showed a build up of the levels of toxicity in his system and was told how excess levels of mercury can lead to lung disease and skin cancer .
Speaking on Radio X , Robbie revealed how his ego almost led him down a fatal path .
He said : “ I was eating fish twice a day and I ’ ve got the highest mercury poisoning the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you know what I thought when I heard that ?
‘ I ’ ve won !
’ That ’ s how my ego works , ‘ I ’ ve got the highest…did you say the highest ?
Thank you.
’ I literally won the mercury award.
” Robbie , who is married to Ayda Field , 41 , who was an X Factor judge alongside him on the ITV show .
He continued : “ I got my mercury tested because my wife ’ s neurotic and she gets all sorts of tests @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thank God , coz I could ’ ve dropped dead of mercury and arsenic poisoning.
” Fortunately for Robbie , the intervention came just in time and he has now taken up a vegan diet , which he first tried in 2017 .
He added : “ I went plant-based the next day.
” Fish , especially tuna , swordfish , king mackerel and marlin , as well as shellfish , contain methylmercury and this can be dangerous in high levels .
Mercury poisoning can lead to a metallic taste in the mouth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you have a story to sell ?
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Robbie Williams has spoken about the moment when a doctor told he could become seriously ill and potentially face death unless he made some changes to what he was eating
Robbie Williams has revealed that he could have faced death if he hadn't changed his very seafood orientated diet.
The 46-year-old former Take That singer spoke out about the moment that he was told he had high levels of mercury poisoning in his body, and how he could have "dropped dead" due to it.
Robbie said that he was enjoying eating octopus, squid and tuna so much, that he was putting himself at risk as much of it was contaminated.
It was only after a routine blood test that the singer found out that he was in trouble and that he was actually putting his life at risk if he carried on eating the levels of fish he was.
The test results showed a build up of the levels of toxicity in his system and was told how excess levels of mercury can lead to lung disease and skin cancer.
Image: Robbie Williams/Instagram) Robbie Williams/Instagram)
Speaking on Radio X, Robbie revealed how his ego almost led him down a fatal path.
He said: “I was eating fish twice a day and I’ve got the highest mercury poisoning the doctor has ever seen.
“Do you know what I thought when I heard that? ‘I’ve won!’ That’s how my ego works, ‘I’ve got the highest…did you say the highest? Thank you.’ I literally won the mercury award.”
Robbie, who is married to Ayda Field, 41, who was an X Factor judge alongside him on the ITV show.
Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images) Dave Benett/Getty Images)
He continued: “I got my mercury tested because my wife’s neurotic and she gets all sorts of tests all the time.
“Anyway, thank God, coz I could’ve dropped dead of mercury and arsenic poisoning.”
Fortunately for Robbie, the intervention came just in time and he has now taken up a vegan diet, which he first tried in 2017.
He added: “I went plant-based the next day.”
Fish, especially tuna, swordfish, king mackerel and marlin, as well as shellfish, contain methylmercury and this can be dangerous in high levels.
Mercury poisoning can lead to a metallic taste in the mouth, sickness and muscle weakness.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Piers Morgan calls Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'freeloading chancers'

Piers Morgan has slammed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle once again after they launched their own podcast .
The Good Morning Britain host branded the couple `` freeloading chancers '' and `` narcissists '' in his latest column .
Meghan , 39 , and Harry , 36 , announced this week they will be releasing a podcast on Spotify called Archwell Audio that `` uplifts and entertains audiences around the world '' and features `` diverse perspectives and voices '' .
Writing for the MailOnline , Piers said : `` The one thing the world definitely needs right now is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us yet more of their views on life from the sanctity of their $ 11 million Californian mansion .
`` As with everything the Duke and Duchess of Sussex seem to do these days , their new commercial venture appears to be driven by large dollops of narcissism , hypocrisy and greed . ''
Piers also accused Harry and Meghan of using their royal titles to earn money .
He added : `` Meghan and Harry have turned into the most god-awful royal grifters , cynically exploiting their royal status to line their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contacted reps for Harry and Meghan for comment .
It comes after Piers pretended to vomit when talking about the podcast on GMB .
After listening to the couple introducing their new project in a teaser clip , Piers said : `` How utterly vomit-making . ''
His co-host Susanna Reid , who usually defends Meghan and Harry , said she `` thought it was a parody '' .
She then added : `` Even I am finding it hard now . ''
In response to Susanna 's admission , Piers yelped in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Reid !
Breaking news ! ''
He went on : `` If they were n't royals they would n't be making this money .
I do n't mind if they are n't royals . ''

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Piers Morgan slammed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after they announced they would be releasing their own podcast
Piers Morgan has slammed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle once again after they launched their own podcast.
The Good Morning Britain host branded the couple "freeloading chancers" and "narcissists" in his latest column.
Meghan, 39, and Harry, 36, announced this week they will be releasing a podcast on Spotify called Archwell Audio that "uplifts and entertains audiences around the world" and features "diverse perspectives and voices".
Writing for the MailOnline, Piers said: "The one thing the world definitely needs right now is those two absurd ultra-woke freeloading chancers giving us yet more of their views on life from the sanctity of their $11 million Californian mansion.
Image: Dave J Hogan/Getty Images) Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"As with everything the Duke and Duchess of Sussex seem to do these days, their new commercial venture appears to be driven by large dollops of narcissism, hypocrisy and greed."
Piers also accused Harry and Meghan of using their royal titles to earn money.
He added: "Meghan and Harry have turned into the most god-awful royal grifters, cynically exploiting their royal status to line their own pockets."
Image: Spotify) Spotify)
The Mirror has contacted reps for Harry and Meghan for comment.
It comes after Piers pretended to vomit when talking about the podcast on GMB.
After listening to the couple introducing their new project in a teaser clip, Piers said: "How utterly vomit-making."
His co-host Susanna Reid, who usually defends Meghan and Harry, said she "thought it was a parody".
She then added: "Even I am finding it hard now."
In response to Susanna's admission, Piers yelped in excitement: "They've lost Susanna Reid! Breaking news!"
He went on: "If they weren't royals they wouldn't be making this money. I don't mind if they aren't royals."


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Walcott's damning comments suggest history is repeating itself at Arsenal

Theo Walcott provided a brutally honest assessment of Arsenal following Southampton 's draw with the Gunners on Wednesday night .
`` I felt a lot of fear in Arsenal tonight to be honest , '' said Walcott .
`` They 're going through a very difficult time - credit to them they got the result tonight .
`` But it shows how far we 've come that we 're very disappointed to come away without the three points .
We were going into this game with so much confidence , arrogance at times .
`` The Emirates has changed but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ right man here for the job . ''
Arteta was quick to play down the comment , telling reporters : `` He never mentioned that to me !
If he said that , it is his feeling .
`` The boys came out in the second half , we scored a really good goal , we were on top in the game , and again we shoot ourselves in the foot .
`` I was very disappointed with the red card because in that moment I was thinking to change the centre back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have time to do that .
`` In the end we got a point that considering the circumstances we have to accept . ''
On the face of things Walcott 's comment does n't mean much .
As far as Arteta is concerned , the Saints forward 's remark is simply that ; a remark .
But the comments are remarkably similar to ones that rocked the Gunners not too long ago , eventually leading to the end of Arsene Wenger 's tenure as boss .
The comments , spoken by Watford striker @ @ @ @ @ @ @ problem with the mentality of the Arsenal players .
`` I 've heard Wenger 's already blaming that [ the penalty ] as the reason they lost , '' Deeney said on BT Sport back in 2017 .
`` Well , I 'm not one to tell Mr Wenger about himself , but the reason they lost was n't due to one penalty .
Having a bit of cojones , I think the word is .
`` Whenever I play against Arsenal – and this is just a personal thing – I go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first one , then we will see who wants it ' .
`` I came on today and jumped up with [ Per ] Mertesacker – I did n't even have to jump up actually – nodded it down and the crowd gets up .
They all just backed off .
`` For me , as a player , I just think 'Happy days .
That 's my strength , so if you 're going to let me do that against you , you 're in for a tough afternoon . ''
Arsenal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stepped down , but the Gunners are going through a very difficult spell at the moment .
The north London club have won just four of 13 matches in the top flight this season , and Arteta needs to take Walcott 's warning on board or he 'll go the same way as his former boss .
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Former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott said he could feel the "fear" from the Gunners players on Wednesday night as Southampton held the north London club to a draw
Theo Walcott provided a brutally honest assessment of Arsenal following Southampton's draw with the Gunners on Wednesday night.
"I felt a lot of fear in Arsenal tonight to be honest," said Walcott. "They're going through a very difficult time - credit to them they got the result tonight.
"But it shows how far we've come that we're very disappointed to come away without the three points. We were going into this game with so much confidence, arrogance at times.
"The Emirates has changed but I feel like they've got the right man here for the job."
Arteta was quick to play down the comment, telling reporters: "He never mentioned that to me! If he said that, it is his feeling.
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"The boys came out in the second half, we scored a really good goal, we were on top in the game, and again we shoot ourselves in the foot.
"I was very disappointed with the red card because in that moment I was thinking to change the centre back straight away - we didn't even have time to do that.
"In the end we got a point that considering the circumstances we have to accept."
On the face of things Walcott's comment doesn't mean much. As far as Arteta is concerned, the Saints forward's remark is simply that; a remark.
Image: BBC Sport) BBC Sport)
But the comments are remarkably similar to ones that rocked the Gunners not too long ago, eventually leading to the end of Arsene Wenger's tenure as boss.
The comments, spoken by Watford striker Troy Deeney, suggested there was a problem with the mentality of the Arsenal players.
"I've heard Wenger's already blaming that [the penalty] as the reason they lost," Deeney said on BT Sport back in 2017.
"Well, I'm not one to tell Mr Wenger about himself, but the reason they lost wasn't due to one penalty. Having a bit of cojones, I think the word is.
Image: Peter Cziborra/POOL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock) Peter Cziborra/POOL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
"Whenever I play against Arsenal – and this is just a personal thing – I go up and think 'Let me whack the first one, then we will see who wants it'.
"I came on today and jumped up with [Per] Mertesacker – I didn't even have to jump up actually – nodded it down and the crowd gets up. They all just backed off.
"For me, as a player, I just think 'Happy days. That's my strength, so if you're going to let me do that against you, you're in for a tough afternoon."
Image: PA) PA)
Arsenal have come a long way since Wenger stepped down, but the Gunners are going through a very difficult spell at the moment.
The north London club have won just four of 13 matches in the top flight this season, and Arteta needs to take Walcott's warning on board or he'll go the same way as his former boss.
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thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Liverpool's injury crisis has brought about an unlikely hero for Jurgen Klopp

Jose Mourinho did his best to play down Liverpool 's injury crisis before Tottenham made the trip to Anfield for their top of the table showdown on Wednesday .
After listing nine of Liverpool 's senior players who he expected to come up against , the Spurs boss eventually conceded the 10th , Virgil van Dijk , would be a big loss to Liverpool .
One man Mourinho failed to mention , though , was Liverpool 's latest unlikely hero , Curtis Jones .
Jurgen Klopp has been forced to juggle his squad relentlessly to keep his side on track @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it not for Liverpool 's rotten luck with injuries , Jones may well still be playing no more than a bit-part role .
Yet not only has the 19-year-old stepped in for the likes of Naby Keita , Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain , Thiago Alcantara and Fabinho while he deputises in defence , but the teenager has become one of Liverpool 's most important players in recent matches .
Against Spurs he was not just one of the Reds ' best performers , but arguably the standout player in the whole match .
Quite some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Harry Kane and Son Heung-min were also on the field , along with the wealth of world class talent at Liverpool 's disposal .
More so when you factor in he was up against a midfield whom Spurs have spent millions acquiring .
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It 's been an extremely interesting start to the season for Jurgen Klopp 's men .
They got their title defence off to a shaky start as they edged out a seven-goal thriller against Leeds , before going on to conceded seven in a hammering by Aston Villa .
Virgil van Dijk 's season was ended by injury in the 2-2 draw at Everton , leaving the title favourites looking far less secure at the back - especially with Alisson 's injury worries too .
But there 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be a busy campaign - with Klopp ensuring his men continue at full pace as they bid for more title glory .
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While Jones wo n't be able to officially claim an assist for Liverpool 's opener , it was his darting run which caused Tottenham problems , before the ball eventually fell at Mo Salah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night via the post and a generous deflection .
But it was his all-round play which set Jones apart from the rest in a fiercely-contested battle between two of the league 's heavyweights .
Pundit and former Liverpool striker Peter Crouch said after the match : `` I think that ’ s the best game I 've seen him play , he was everywhere . ''
Jones 's development has no doubt been helped by playing regularly alongside Jordan Henderson and Georginio Wijnaldum , the former of whom was credited by Crouch for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you make of Jones 's performance vs Tottenham ?
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But it speaks volumes about how well Jones has settled in to the Liverpool team that his performance was of little surprise to his boss , who felt it was n't necessary to go overboard on praise for a display which is now what is expected of him .
Asked about the performance of his youngsters after the match , Klopp waxed lyrical about stand-in defender Rhys Williams , before adding : `` And Curtis is a top , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ top stars still due to come back , it looked inevitable Jones 's involvement would probably reduce in the months to come .
Though based on his latest display , Jones will be one of the names Klopp will be keen to leave on his teamsheet .
A name Mourinho will no doubt remember now .

Klopp's squad has been stretched to the limit this season and the Liverpool boss has been forced to rely on big performances from his fringe men - one of whom is now vitally important
Liverpool's injury crisis has brought about an unlikely hero for Jurgen Klopp
Jose Mourinho did his best to play down Liverpool's injury crisis before Tottenham made the trip to Anfield for their top of the table showdown on Wednesday.
After listing nine of Liverpool 's senior players who he expected to come up against, the Spurs boss eventually conceded the 10th, Virgil van Dijk, would be a big loss to Liverpool.
One man Mourinho failed to mention, though, was Liverpool's latest unlikely hero, Curtis Jones.
Jurgen Klopp has been forced to juggle his squad relentlessly to keep his side on track so far this season.
And were it not for Liverpool's rotten luck with injuries, Jones may well still be playing no more than a bit-part role.
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
Yet not only has the 19-year-old stepped in for the likes of Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Thiago Alcantara and Fabinho while he deputises in defence, but the teenager has become one of Liverpool's most important players in recent matches.
Against Spurs he was not just one of the Reds' best performers, but arguably the standout player in the whole match.
Quite some feat when you consider the likes of Harry Kane and Son Heung-min were also on the field, along with the wealth of world class talent at Liverpool's disposal.
More so when you factor in he was up against a midfield whom Spurs have spent millions acquiring.
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While Jones won't be able to officially claim an assist for Liverpool's opener, it was his darting run which caused Tottenham problems, before the ball eventually fell at Mo Salah's feet and then nestled in the night via the post and a generous deflection.
But it was his all-round play which set Jones apart from the rest in a fiercely-contested battle between two of the league's heavyweights.
Pundit and former Liverpool striker Peter Crouch said after the match: "I think that’s the best game I've seen him play, he was everywhere."
Jones's development has no doubt been helped by playing regularly alongside Jordan Henderson and Georginio Wijnaldum, the former of whom was credited by Crouch for influencing his young teammate.
What did you make of Jones's performance vs Tottenham? Have your say below.
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But it speaks volumes about how well Jones has settled in to the Liverpool team that his performance was of little surprise to his boss, who felt it wasn't necessary to go overboard on praise for a display which is now what is expected of him.
Asked about the performance of his youngsters after the match, Klopp waxed lyrical about stand-in defender Rhys Williams, before adding: "And Curtis is a top, top-class player."
With so many top stars still due to come back, it looked inevitable Jones's involvement would probably reduce in the months to come.
Though based on his latest display, Jones will be one of the names Klopp will be keen to leave on his teamsheet.
A name Mourinho will no doubt remember now.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Leno disproves widely-believed Ozil claim as he provides Arsenal insight

Bernd Leno rubbished claims Mesut Ozil is a disruptive presence at Arsenal 's training ground as he hailed his `` exceptional '' compatriot .
Ozil , 32 , has not featured for the Gunners since March this year and is set to see out the remaining six months of his contract before leaving next summer .
Meanwhile , Arsenal have endured a dismal start to the season which has left them 15th in the table with just 14 points from 13 games .
Rio Ferdinand claimed earlier this week that Ozil is partly to blame for the Gunners ' struggles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of `` affecting the harmony '' in the dressing room .
But Leno insists his teammate continues to be the consummate professional despite his exclusion from Arsenal 's Premier League and Europa League squads .
Asked for his opinion on Ozil 's Emirates exile , Leno told Sky Sport Germany : `` That is of course a difficult question .
`` He 's not even registered for the first half of the season , so he would n't be an option until January , if at all .
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`` Of course , Mesut has exceptional quality , there is no question about that .
But the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to accept that .
`` He trains quite normally , he behaves professionally , and gets along well with everyone else .
Mesut does not bring any negative energy into the group .
Everything else is not in his or my hands either . ''
Only two teams have scored fewer than Arsenal 's 11 Premier League goals this season and there have been calls for Ozil to return to the first-team set-up .
Leno admitted the Gunners ' build-up play has been far too slow as he lamented his side 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : `` Of course , if you look at the statistics , we obviously miss the goals .
But the offensive is n't so much the problem .
`` We 're just making the game way too slow at the moment , the opponent can always sort himself out and that makes it difficult to find the right gaps in the front . ''
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Leno opened up on Ozil's situation after the midfielder was left out of the Gunners' Premier League and Europa League squads this season with less than a year remaining on his deal
Bernd Leno rubbished claims Mesut Ozil is a disruptive presence at Arsenal's training ground as he hailed his "exceptional" compatriot.
Ozil, 32, has not featured for the Gunners since March this year and is set to see out the remaining six months of his contract before leaving next summer.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have endured a dismal start to the season which has left them 15th in the table with just 14 points from 13 games.
Rio Ferdinand claimed earlier this week that Ozil is partly to blame for the Gunners' struggles, accusing the German and other outcasts of "affecting the harmony" in the dressing room.
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
But Leno insists his teammate continues to be the consummate professional despite his exclusion from Arsenal's Premier League and Europa League squads.
Asked for his opinion on Ozil's Emirates exile, Leno told Sky Sport Germany : "That is of course a difficult question.
"He's not even registered for the first half of the season, so he wouldn't be an option until January, if at all. The manager made that decision.
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"Of course, Mesut has exceptional quality, there is no question about that. But the manager selected 25 other players, we have to accept that.
"He trains quite normally, he behaves professionally, and gets along well with everyone else. Mesut does not bring any negative energy into the group. Everything else is not in his or my hands either."
Only two teams have scored fewer than Arsenal's 11 Premier League goals this season and there have been calls for Ozil to return to the first-team set-up.
Leno admitted the Gunners' build-up play has been far too slow as he lamented his side's struggles in front of goal.
He added: "Of course, if you look at the statistics, we obviously miss the goals. But the offensive isn't so much the problem.
"We're just making the game way too slow at the moment, the opponent can always sort himself out and that makes it difficult to find the right gaps in the front."
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thedailymirror--2020-12-17--Les Dennis gives verdict on Gino D'Acampo as fans demand Family Fortunes return

Showbiz legend Les Dennis was put on the spot on during an appearance on Thursday 's Loose Women when he was asked to give his opinion on Gino D'Acampo taking over on Family Fortunes .
Les fronted the popular quiz show for 15 years and turned it into a huge success .
Christine Lampard cheekily admitted that for her and Chelsea husband Frank , Les would always be the number one presenter .
But ITV announced in June that celebrity chef Gino would be hosting the revived ITV quiz show - as the Italian joined an esteemed line-up of past @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Vernon Kay stepped in to present All Star Family Fortunes - with many fans calling for him to make a comeback after his successful stint on I 'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here !
However , it was Gino who stepped into the role after impressing ITV bosses with his appearances on This Morning .
Giving his take on Gino as a host on Loose Women , a complimentary Les said : `` He does a really , really good job .
`` People say to me , 'Why do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that will be like Adam West being Batman again , '' he joked .
`` He does it in his own Gino way and it 's terrific . ''
Les went on to explain some of the changes that Gino has adapted to , `` It 's a longer show now.. it 's an hour where as we only did half an hour and he seems to rattle along with it .
`` Now he get the 'err err ' noise instead of me ! ''
Despite Les ' protestations , Loose Women @ @ @ @ @ @ @ always be her favourite quiz master .
`` We love family fortunes in my house , '' she cried - outing herself and hubby Frank as secret fans .
`` It was a great show when I did it , '' recalled Les .
`` You do genuinely want to know the top answers .
And the comedy comes out of the silly answers people give ... '' In June , This Morning chef Gino was announced as the presenter of the revived ITV quiz show .
Comedian Bob Monkouse fronted the original @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1983 before singer Max Bygraves took the reigns for just a year .
Les Dennis made the show into a huge success as he became the longest-running host - having the reigns between 1987 and 2002 .
He became known for his famous catchphrases including : `` If it 's [ the answer ] up there , I 'll give you the money myself ! ''
Les did actually have to cough up from his own wallet on one occassion .
A contestant was asked to name ' A way of toasting someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' .
Sticking to his word , Les gave them the £12 prize money out of his own pocket .
Taking over from Les , Vernon Kay then presented the celebrity edition of the show between 2006 and 2015

LES DENNIS GIVES HIS VERDICT ON GINO HOSTING FAMILY FORTUNES AS CHRISTINE LAMPARD SAYS SHE PREFERS OLD VERSION
LES DENNIS GIVES HIS VERDICT ON GINO HOSTING FAMILY FORTUNES AS CHRISTINE LAMPARD SAYS SHE PREFERS OLD VERSION
The quiz show veteran was awkwardly asked to give his take on replacement Gino D'Acampo during an interview on Loose Women
Les Dennis gives verdict on Family Fortunes host Gino D'Acampo as fans beg for a comeback
Showbiz legend Les Dennis was put on the spot on during an appearance on Thursday's Loose Women when he was asked to give his opinion on Gino D'Acampo taking over on Family Fortunes.
Les fronted the popular quiz show for 15 years and turned it into a huge success.
Christine Lampard cheekily admitted that for her and Chelsea husband Frank, Les would always be the number one presenter.
But ITV announced in June that celebrity chef Gino would be hosting the revived ITV quiz show - as the Italian joined an esteemed line-up of past presenters that includes comedian Bob Monkhouse.
Vernon Kay stepped in to present All Star Family Fortunes - with many fans calling for him to make a comeback after his successful stint on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!
However, it was Gino who stepped into the role after impressing ITV bosses with his appearances on This Morning.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Giving his take on Gino as a host on Loose Women, a complimentary Les said: "He does a really, really good job.
"People say to me, 'Why don't you go back?' But that will be like Adam West being Batman again," he joked.
"He does it in his own Gino way and it's terrific."
Les went on to explain some of the changes that Gino has adapted to, "It's a longer show now.. it's an hour where as we only did half an hour and he seems to rattle along with it.
"Now he get the 'err err' noise instead of me!"
Despite Les' protestations, Loose Women host Christine Lampard said that Les would always be her favourite quiz master.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Image: ITV) ITV)
"We love family fortunes in my house," she cried - outing herself and hubby Frank as secret fans.
"It was a great show when I did it," recalled Les.
"I think it's a great format.
"You do genuinely want to know the top answers. And the comedy comes out of the silly answers people give..."
Image: familyfortunes/Youtube) familyfortunes/Youtube)
In June, This Morning chef Gino was announced as the presenter of the revived ITV quiz show.
Comedian Bob Monkouse fronted the original show for three years between 1980 and 1983 before singer Max Bygraves took the reigns for just a year.
Les Dennis made the show into a huge success as he became the longest-running host - having the reigns between 1987 and 2002.
He became known for his famous catchphrases including: "If it's [the answer] up there, I'll give you the money myself!"
Les did actually have to cough up from his own wallet on one occassion.
A contestant was asked to name 'A way of toasting someone' to which they replied 'over fire'.
Sticking to his word, Les gave them the £12 prize money out of his own pocket.
Taking over from Les, Vernon Kay then presented the celebrity edition of the show between 2006 and 2015


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--US government to execute first woman in 70 years days before Trump leaves office

A woman who murdered a mum-to-be and cut the unborn child from her is to be put to death days before Donald Trump 's presidency ends .
Lisa Montgomery is the only woman on federal death row in the US , following her murder of Bobbi Stinnett in 2004 in Missouri .
Then 36 , Montgomery strangled the victim from behind before removing her eight-month-old baby Victoria , who survived .
She then left Ms Stinett 's corpse and took the child to Kansas , where she was later arrested .
The newborn was taken by authorities and returned to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anti-capital punishment Joe Biden is due to take office , Montgomery will be put to death .
When she does , she will be the first woman to be federally executed since 1953 .
Until recently , a federal prisoner hadn ’ t been put to death under a lame-duck president ’ s administration in the United States in more than a century .
The November 19 execution of Orlando Hall was the first federal execution during the presidential transition period in more than 100 years , according to Death Penalty Information Center @ @ @ @ @ @ @ half after Mr Trump ended the 17 year hiatus on federal executions .
Montgomery was due to be executed on December 8 .
However , Attorney General William Barr rescheduled the death date for January 12 , because two of her attorneys contracted Covid-19 rendering them unable to prepare a petition for clemency .
Mr Barr announced earlier this week that he will stand down before Christmas .
In the weeks since Montgomery death date was announced lawyers and campaigners have been calling on the White House to stop the execution .
Montgomery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bipolar disorder and complex post-traumatic stress disorder , and regularly dissociates and hallucinates .
They claim her mental health issues stem from decades of sexual abuse , trafficking and trauma .
UN independent human rights experts have called for the Government to offer Montgomery clemency .
“ Ms .
Montgomery was the victim of an extreme level of physical and sexual abuse throughout her life against which the State never provided protection and for which it failed to offer remedies ” , the group said .
“ She suffered from several mental health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for . ''
Despite appeals from her lawyers and campaigners , the execution is tipped to go ahead at U.S. Penitentiary Terre Haute , Indiana .
When he enters office eight days later , Mr Biden has the power to stop all 52 people who are currently on federal death row from being executed with an executive order .
The incoming president 's manifesto reads : `` Because we can not ensure we get death penalty cases right every time , Biden will work to pass legislation to eliminate the death penalty at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to follow the federal government ’ s example .
`` These individuals should instead serve life sentences without probation or parole . ''
Cori Bush , the Congresswoman-elect for Missouri 's 1st congressional district , has urged Mr Biden to make good on his word and abolish the federal death penalty on the first day of his presidency .
`` Joe Biden can not leave the lives of those on death row in the hands of future presidents , '' she wrote in Time .
`` If he truly opposes the death penalty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ power to stop it for good .
`` Granting clemency to all on federal death row is his most effective tool . ''

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Lisa Montgomery, who murdered Bobbi Stinnett and then cut her unborn child out of her, is due to be put to death eight days before Joe Biden is sworn into office
US government to execute first woman in 67 years days before Trump leaves office
A woman who murdered a mum-to-be and cut the unborn child from her is to be put to death days before Donald Trump's presidency ends.
Lisa Montgomery is the only woman on federal death row in the US, following her murder of Bobbi Stinnett in 2004 in Missouri.
Then 36, Montgomery strangled the victim from behind before removing her eight-month-old baby Victoria, who survived.
She then left Ms Stinett's corpse and took the child to Kansas, where she was later arrested.
The newborn was taken by authorities and returned to the father.
Just eight days before anti-capital punishment Joe Biden is due to take office, Montgomery will be put to death.
When she does, she will be the first woman to be federally executed since 1953.
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Until recently, a federal prisoner hadn’t been put to death under a lame duck president’s administration in the United States in more than a century.
The November 19 execution of Orlando Hall was the first federal execution during the presidential transition period in more than 100 years, according to Death Penalty Information Center.
It came a year-and-a-half after Mr Trump ended the 17 year hiatus on federal executions.
Image: via REUTERS) via REUTERS)
Montgomery was due to be executed on December 8.
However, Attorney General William Barr rescheduled the death date for January 12, because two of her attorneys contracted Covid-19 rendering them unable to prepare a petition for clemency.
Mr Barr announced earlier this week that he will stand down before Christmas.
In the weeks since Montgomery death date was announced lawyers and campaigners have been calling on the White House to stop the execution.
Montgomery's lawyers say she is diagnosed with bipolar disorder and complex post-traumatic stress disorder, and regularly dissociates and hallucinates.
They claim her mental health issues stem from decades of sexual abuse, trafficking and trauma.
UN independent human rights experts have called for the Government to offer Montgomery clemency.
“Ms. Montgomery was the victim of an extreme level of physical and sexual abuse throughout her life against which the State never provided protection and for which it failed to offer remedies”, the group said.
“She suffered from several mental health conditions which the State failed to care for."
Despite appeals from her lawyers and campaigners, the execution is tipped to go ahead at U.S. Penitentiary Terre Haute, Indiana.
When he enters office eight days later, Mr Biden has the power to stop all 52 people who are currently on federal death row from being executed with an executive order.
The incoming president's manifesto reads: "Because we cannot ensure we get death penalty cases right every time, Biden will work to pass legislation to eliminate the death penalty at the federal level, and incentivize states to follow the federal government’s example.
"These individuals should instead serve life sentences without probation or parole."
Cori Bush, the Congresswoman-elect for Missouri's 1st congressional district, has urged Mr Biden to make good on his word and abolish the federal death penalty on the first day of his presidency.
"Joe Biden cannot leave the lives of those on death row in the hands of future presidents," she wrote in Time.
"If he truly opposes the death penalty, he must do everything in his power to stop it for good.
"Granting clemency to all on federal death row is his most effective tool."


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--Khloe is horrified by 'disrespectful' mistake on old Kardashian Christmas card

Khloe Kardashian was horrified when she spotted a `` disrespectful '' mistake on an old Kardashian Christmas card .
The mother-of-one was enjoying looking at old holiday cards from her childhood that resurfaced on Instagram , when she spotted the typo .
The card was signed : `` Merry Christmas !
The Kardashian Family Robert , Kourtney , Kimberly , Kholé and Robert '' .
Noting the incorrect spelling of her name , Khloe commented on the Instagram post : `` Wait !
!
@ 90sanxiety just pointed out the typo in my name !
!
!
So rude !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' The Kardashian clan have long been big fans of a photo card .
In years past they picked themes such as matching denim , all white outfits , and even one memorable year donning black leather to pose with motorcycles .
Over the two decades that matriarch Kris Jenner oversaw the family card there were multiple variations - along with some changes to the line up .
After divorcing her first husband , Khloe 's dad Robert Kardashian , she married Olympian Bruce Jenner .
He then took a starring role in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some of his children from previous relationships .
When their daughters Kylie and Kendall Jenner were born they joined the line up , along with assorted partners and eventually grandchildren as the years rolled by .
The last Kardashian Christmas card was in 2017 , when the family posed together , releasing not one but 24 daily cards in the run up to Christmas .

Khloe Kardashian was enjoying looking at old holiday cards from her childhood that resurfaced on Instagram, when she spotted the typo in her name
Khloe is horrified when she spots 'disrespectful' mistake on old Kardashian Christmas card
Khloe Kardashian was horrified when she spotted a "disrespectful" mistake on an old Kardashian Christmas card.
The mother-of-one was enjoying looking at old holiday cards from her childhood that resurfaced on Instagram, when she spotted the typo.
The card was signed: "Merry Christmas! The Kardashian Family Robert, Kourtney, Kimberly, Kholé and Robert".
Noting the incorrect spelling of her name, Khloe commented on the Instagram post: "Wait!! @90sanxiety just pointed out the typo in my name!!! So rude! The disrespect of it all lol."
The Kardashian clan have long been big fans of a photo card. In years past they picked themes such as matching denim, all white outfits, and even one memorable year donning black leather to pose with motorcycles.
Over the two decades that matriarch Kris Jenner oversaw the family card there were multiple variations - along with some changes to the line up.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
After divorcing her first husband, Khloe's dad Robert Kardashian, she married Olympian Bruce Jenner. He then took a starring role in the card, at times joined by some of his children from previous relationships.
When their daughters Kylie and Kendall Jenner were born they joined the line up, along with assorted partners and eventually grandchildren as the years rolled by.
The last Kardashian Christmas card was in 2017, when the family posed together, releasing not one but 24 daily cards in the run up to Christmas.


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--Budget date confirmed - as well as when we'll hear about the new Covid-19 plan

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed when the Budget will be given - Wednesday , 3 March , 2021 .
That will also be when he sets out the next stages of his coronavius support plan .
`` The Budget will take place on 3 March 2021 and will deliver the next phase of our plan to support our recovery from coronavirus and protect jobs , '' Sunak Tweeted .
The Treasury confirmed the date , adding : `` The Budget will set out the next phase of the plan to tackle the virus and protect jobs and will be published @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Budget Responsibility ( OBR ) . ''
The date marks almost exactly a year since Sunak gave his first Budget , on March 11 this year , but comes after the planned autumn statement was replaced with a spending review .
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Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed the 2019 Budget will take place in 2021, as well as saying he would provide a full update on the next stages of his coronavirus economic support plan
Budget date confirmed - as well as when we'll hear about the new Covid-19 support plan
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed when the Budget will be given - Wednesday, 3 March, 2021.
That will also be when he sets out the next stages of his coronavius support plan.
"The Budget will take place on 3 March 2021 and will deliver the next phase of our plan to support our recovery from coronavirus and protect jobs," Sunak Tweeted.
The Treasury confirmed the date, adding: "The Budget will set out the next phase of the plan to tackle the virus and protect jobs and will be published alongside the latest forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR)."
The date marks almost exactly a year since Sunak gave his first Budget, on March 11 this year, but comes after the planned autumn statement was replaced with a spending review.
Image: PRU/AFP via Getty Images) PRU/AFP via Getty Images)
The switch from a full Budget to a spending review meant, while statements about Government debt were included, there was no update on taxes.
Generally the Budget lays out things including new tax rates, pension payments, minimum wage and more.
However, this was left to be confirmed piecemeal in announcements by various ministers in the days and weeks that followed the spending review.
Image: Simon Walker HM Treasury) Simon Walker HM Treasury)
The timing of the speech is key - coming three months after the end of the post-Brexit transition period and a few weeks before a string of coronavirus support measures run out.
These include interventions such as the Stamp Duty holiday and the £20 boost to universal credit.
It will be hoped, too, that with people now being inoculated against coronavirus and the initial shock of the Brexit transition waning, the economy will be on the mend - allowing the Chancellor to set out a plan for Britain in the months and years ahead.
The Chancellor also announced today that the furlough and business support loan schemes - set to run out on March 31 - would be extended by a month to the end of April.
Sunak, said: “Our package of support for businesses and workers continues to be one of the most generous and effective in the world – helping our economy to recover and protecting livelihoods across the country.
“We know the premium businesses place on certainty, so it is right that we enable them to plan ahead regardless of the path the virus takes, which is why we’re providing certainty and clarity by extending this support, as well as implementing our Plan for Jobs.”


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--Inside Rochelle and Marvin's lavish family break at £1.2k-a-night Dubai resort

Rochelle and Marvin Humes have shared a look at their lavish holiday in Dubai with their adorable children .
Taking to Instagram on Wednesday , Rochelle shared a flurry of pictures from the family 's heading off on their travels for a visit to holiday resort Jumeirah Zabeel Saray in Dubai , United Arab Emirates .
The luxurious resort has family rooms priced from £750 to £1,200 per night , and now Rochelle has given her 2.1million followers a look into the family break .
Rochelle captioned the post : `` 8 cases and 8 hours later we arrived in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the pictures features Rochelle and Marvin 's daughters Alaia , seven , and Valentina , three , cuddling up as at the airport before then showing the gorgeous blue waters of their lighted pool at night at the resort .
We were then treated to an adorable photo of their nine-week-old baby Blake lying in a cute white onesie on a red towel .
The following image showed Rochelle in sunglasses and a black bathing suit and sat on a sunlounger with little Valentina sat behind her beaming .
The final two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ toy doll as they hung out in the airport .
Finally , we got another look at the cute innocent face of baby Blake .
Rochelle and Marvin then posed for a couple 's photo in the resort itself .
Marvin donned a white polo shirt and brown trousers , while Rochelle looked glamorous in a blue shirt-dress and fierce thigh-high black boots .
Holly Willoughby commented `` Gorge ! ''
and Abbey Clancy wrote `` Gorgeous '' under the post .
Meanwhile , Diva Forever star Gemma Collins commented on the earlier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' with a love-heart emoji .
Rochelle went on to share further snaps on her Instagram Stories of the children at the beach and playing with the water , while the former Saturdays singer posed for snaps with Marvin and friends .
Baby Blake also put in more gorgeous appearances , with one showing him being held by dad Marvin .
Elsewhere , Marvin posted photos with his 'Wavey Crew ' friends in Dubai on his Instagram Stories .
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Marvin and Rochelle Humes have headed off for a holiday of luxury at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray in Dubai with their daughters Alaia and Valentina and also new baby Blake
Inside Rochelle and Marvin Humes' lavish family break in Dubai at £1,200-a-night resort
Rochelle and Marvin Humes have shared a look at their lavish holiday in Dubai with their adorable children.
Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, Rochelle shared a flurry of pictures from the family's heading off on their travels for a visit to holiday resort Jumeirah Zabeel Saray in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The luxurious resort has family rooms priced from £750 to £1,200 per night, and now Rochelle has given her 2.1million followers a look into the family break.
Rochelle captioned the post: "8 cases and 8 hours later we arrived in our happy place @jumeirahzs ".
In the pictures features Rochelle and Marvin's daughters Alaia, seven, and Valentina, three, cuddling up as at the airport before then showing the gorgeous blue waters of their lighted pool at night at the resort.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
We were then treated to an adorable photo of their nine-week-old baby Blake lying in a cute white onesie on a red towel.
The following image showed Rochelle in sunglasses and a black bathing suit and sat on a sunlounger with little Valentina sat behind her beaming.
The final two snaps showed Alaia with bags and a toy doll as they hung out in the airport.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM) Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
Finally, we got another look at the cute innocent face of baby Blake.
Rochelle and Marvin then posed for a couple's photo in the resort itself.
Marvin donned a white polo shirt and brown trousers, while Rochelle looked glamorous in a blue shirt-dress and fierce thigh-high black boots.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM) Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
Holly Willoughby commented "Gorge!" and Abbey Clancy wrote "Gorgeous" under the post.
Meanwhile, Diva Forever star Gemma Collins commented on the earlier post telling them to "have fun" with a love-heart emoji.
Rochelle went on to share further snaps on her Instagram Stories of the children at the beach and playing with the water, while the former Saturdays singer posed for snaps with Marvin and friends.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
Baby Blake also put in more gorgeous appearances, with one showing him being held by dad Marvin.
Elsewhere, Marvin posted photos with his 'Wavey Crew' friends in Dubai on his Instagram Stories.
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thedailymirror--2020-12-17--No10 can't rule out a third national lockdown for England after Christmas

Downing Street has refused to rule out plunging England into a third national lockdown after Christmas .
Boris Johnson ’ s official spokesman said the Prime Minister intended to stick to the three-tier lockdown system through to Spring .
But with cases rising and more than two-thirds of England in Tier 3 from this weekend , the spokesman admitted : “ We will obviously keep the latest data and latest trends under review .
“ That has been the case throughout.
” It came as more than 5million people were plunged into a Tier 3 lockdown from this Saturday - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of England into the harshest rules .
Matt Hancock confirmed the toughest restrictions would be extended Bedfordshire , Buckinghamshire , Berkshire , Peterborough , the whole of Hertfordshire , Surrey - with the exception of Waverley - and the south coast boroughs of Hastings , Rother , Portsmouth , Gosport and Havant .
Bristol and North Somerset , will be moved from Tier 3 to Tier 2 .
And Herefordshire will move from Tier 2 to Tier 1 .
Mr Hancock admitted cases were rising across the world and despite progress on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ far , we must n't blow it now . ''
Wales has already announced its third national lockdown straight after the Christmas bubbles period , from December 28 .
Asked if he could rule out a third national lockdown , Boris Johnson ’ s spokesman said : “ As we said at the time of publishing the winter Covid Plan , we ’ ve been clear of the rationale behind the tiered regional approach and that ’ s what we set out at the time .
“ We ’ ve obviously updated them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rate of transmission and reduce the R rate in areas where there is high prevalence .
“ But as we ’ ve said throughout , we will obviously keep the latest data and latest trends under review .
That has been the case throughout .
“ But as I say , the Winter Covid Plan sets out the path to Spring and that is focused around the regionalised tiered approach.
” Asked again if he absolutely could rule out a return to national lockdown , the spokesman replied : “ As I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the regionalised tiered approach and the rationale behind it… and you ’ ve seen the Health Secretary update those tiers today .
”

Boris Johnson's spokesman said he was focusing on the three-tier system between now and Easter, but 'we will obviously keep the latest data and latest trends under review'
No10 can't rule out a third national lockdown for England after Christmas
Downing Street has refused to rule out plunging England into a third national lockdown after Christmas.
Boris Johnson ’s official spokesman said the Prime Minister intended to stick to the three-tier lockdown system through to Spring.
But with cases rising and more than two-thirds of England in Tier 3 from this weekend, the spokesman admitted: “We will obviously keep the latest data and latest trends under review.
“That has been the case throughout.”
It came as more than 5million people were plunged into a Tier 3 lockdown from this Saturday - bringing around 38.8million people or 68% of England into the harshest rules.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Matt Hancock confirmed the toughest restrictions would be extended Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Peterborough, the whole of Hertfordshire, Surrey - with the exception of Waverley - and the south coast boroughs of Hastings, Rother, Portsmouth, Gosport and Havant.
Bristol and North Somerset, will be moved from Tier 3 to Tier 2.
And Herefordshire will move from Tier 2 to Tier 1.
Mr Hancock admitted cases were rising across the world and despite progress on a vaccine, "We've come so far, we mustn't blow it now."
Wales has already announced its third national lockdown straight after the Christmas bubbles period, from December 28.
Asked if he could rule out a third national lockdown, Boris Johnson’s spokesman said: “As we said at the time of publishing the winter Covid Plan, we’ve been clear of the rationale behind the tiered regional approach and that’s what we set out at the time.
“We’ve obviously updated them today - that is designed to reduce the rate of transmission and reduce the R rate in areas where there is high prevalence.
“But as we’ve said throughout, we will obviously keep the latest data and latest trends under review. That has been the case throughout.
“But as I say, the Winter Covid Plan sets out the path to Spring and that is focused around the regionalised tiered approach.”
Asked again if he absolutely could rule out a return to national lockdown, the spokesman replied: “As I said, we’ve set out the regionalised tiered approach and the rationale behind it… and you’ve seen the Health Secretary update those tiers today.”


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--Marks & Spencer’s Christmas Colin the Caterpillar has finally gone on sale

The wait is over ... Marks & Spencer 's Christmas Colin has finally gone on sale in stores nationwide .
Back in September , the posh supermarket announced that the festive version of its timelessly popular cake would be returning for 2020 .
And now , sweet-toothed customers can get their hands on one from their nearest store .
The festive edition of the cake is perfect for those who are looking for a delicious alternative to Christmas pudding .
Featuring an edible Santa hat , decorations and presents , it will look great as a centrepiece on any dinner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will set you back only £10 and is only available while stocks last , so you 'd better get a move on if you do n't want to miss out .
It was previously available online through their food to order service but due to high demand , the cake will now only be sold in stores .
M & S offered a similar cake last year and it went down a treat with shoppers , but the design has been slightly changed for 2020 .
If the Christmas Colin does n't tickle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cakes available in its range which include the Woodland Yule Log ( £20 ) .
A spectacular twist on the traditional yule log , it comes wrapped in milk chocolate ‘ bark ’ and is topped with delightful woodland decorations .
For savoury lovers , there 's the Star-Studded Sausage Roll Stack , priced at £12 and serving up to 10 people .
The impressive centrepiece features 32 seasoned pork sausage rolls , which are baked over three tiers - how delicious does that sound ?
To find out your nearest M & @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tool here .
Click here for our guide to booking a Christmas delivery slot from supermarkets across the UK .

Sweet-toothed shoppers can finally get their hands on a festive Colin in M&S stores nationwide
Marks & Spencer’s Christmas Colin the Caterpillar has finally gone on sale
The wait is over... Marks & Spencer's Christmas Colin has finally gone on sale in stores nationwide.
Back in September, the posh supermarket announced that the festive version of its timelessly popular cake would be returning for 2020.
And now, sweet-toothed customers can get their hands on one from their nearest store.
The festive edition of the cake is perfect for those who are looking for a delicious alternative to Christmas pudding.
Image: M&S) M&S)
Featuring an edible Santa hat, decorations and presents, it will look great as a centrepiece on any dinner table this Christmas.
The mouth-watering treat will set you back only £10 and is only available while stocks last, so you'd better get a move on if you don't want to miss out.
It was previously available online through their food to order service but due to high demand, the cake will now only be sold in stores.
M&S offered a similar cake last year and it went down a treat with shoppers, but the design has been slightly changed for 2020.
If the Christmas Colin doesn't tickle your fancy, the supermarket has other cakes available in its range which include the Woodland Yule Log (£20).
A spectacular twist on the traditional yule log, it comes wrapped in milk chocolate ‘bark’ and is topped with delightful woodland decorations.
For savoury lovers, there's the Star-Studded Sausage Roll Stack, priced at £12 and serving up to 10 people.
The impressive centrepiece features 32 seasoned pork sausage rolls, which are baked over three tiers - how delicious does that sound?
To find out your nearest M&S, use the online store finder tool here.
Click here for our guide to booking a Christmas delivery slot from supermarkets across the UK.


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--Modelling agent pal of Jeffrey Epstein arrested on rape and trafficking charges

One of paedophile Jeffrey Epstein 's former associates has been arrested in France on allegations of rape and human trafficking , say prosecutors .
Former modelling agent Jean-Luc Brunel is also accused of sexual assault and sexual harassment .
Several models had accused the 74-year-old of rape - allegations that he has denied .
He was arrested as he attempted to fly from Paris to Senegal in West Africa on Wednesday , French media reported .
Paris-born Brunel founded MC2 Model Management , with financing by Epstein , who died last year while awaiting trial on child sex trafficking charges @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrongdoing , had in 2015 sued the disgraced financier , claiming Epstein ’ s high-profile legal troubles had unfairly embroiled him and damaged his agency ’ s reputation .
The Paris ' prosecutor 's office confirmed Brunel was arrested on Wednesday .
A spokesperson told Reuters that his custody was part of a probe opened last year into allegations of rape , sexual assault and sexual harassment .
A source told BFM TV that Brunel was arrested at Paris ' Roissy airport as he prepared to board a flight to Dakar .
Epstein @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in his jail cell in New York and an autopsy report concluded he hanged himself .
His former girlfriend , the British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell , is helping to procure girls for him to sexually abuse .
Earlier this week , she forcefully proclaimed her innocence and proposed a $ 28.5million ( £21million ) bail package in a renewed effort to be freed from a New York jail this year .
In a filing with the US District Court in Manhattan , Maxwell also disclosed that she has been married since 2016 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 22.5million bond , mirroring their combined assets , to support her bail application .
Most of the remaining bail would be guaranteed by friends and family .
The filing also said Maxwell `` vehemently maintains her innocence '' and is not a flight risk , despite media that have `` ruthlessly vilified her and prejudged her guilt '' in far more articles than the comedian Bill Cosby and movie producer Harvey Weinstein got after their arrests .
The filing said Maxwell waived her extradition rights and therefore `` could not seek refuge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , where she holds citizenships .
Maxwell , 58 , has pleaded not guilty to helping Epstein recruit and groom underage girls as young as 14 to engage in illegal sexual acts in the mid-1990s , and not guilty to perjury for having denied involvement under oath .
Her trial is scheduled to begin in July 2021 , and she faces up to 35 years in prison if convicted .
US District Judge Alison Nathan could rule on Maxwell 's bail application this month .
The judge denied bail on July 14 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ substantial flight risk , citing her opaque finances and `` sophistication '' in hiding her wealth and herself .
Authorities arrested Maxwell on July 2 at her New Hampshire home , which prosecutors said she used as a hideout and concealed her identity to buy .

Paris-born Jean-Luc Brunel, who has been accused of raping models, founded an agency with cash from paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and later sued the disgraced financier
Modelling agent pal of Jeffrey Epstein arrested on rape and trafficking charges
One of paedophile Jeffrey Epstein's former associates has been arrested in France on allegations of rape and human trafficking, say prosecutors.
Former modelling agent Jean-Luc Brunel is also accused of sexual assault and sexual harassment.
Several models had accused the 74-year-old of rape - allegations that he has denied.
He was arrested as he attempted to fly from Paris to Senegal in West Africa on Wednesday, French media reported.
Paris-born Brunel founded MC2 Model Management, with financing by Epstein, who died last year while awaiting trial on child sex trafficking charges.
Brunel, who has denied any wrongdoing, had in 2015 sued the disgraced financier, claiming Epstein’s high-profile legal troubles had unfairly embroiled him and damaged his agency’s reputation.
The Paris' prosecutor's office confirmed Brunel was arrested on Wednesday.
A spokesperson told Reuters that his custody was part of a probe opened last year into allegations of rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment.
A source told BFM TV that Brunel was arrested at Paris' Roissy airport as he prepared to board a flight to Dakar.
Epstein, 66, died in August 2019 in his jail cell in New York and an autopsy report concluded he hanged himself.
His former girlfriend, the British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, is helping to procure girls for him to sexually abuse.
Earlier this week, she forcefully proclaimed her innocence and proposed a $28.5million (£21million) bail package in a renewed effort to be freed from a New York jail this year.
In a filing with the US District Court in Manhattan, Maxwell also disclosed that she has been married since 2016, and with her husband would post a $22.5million bond, mirroring their combined assets, to support her bail application.
Most of the remaining bail would be guaranteed by friends and family.
Image: Patrick McMullan via Getty Image) Patrick McMullan via Getty Image)
The filing also said Maxwell "vehemently maintains her innocence" and is not a flight risk, despite media that have "ruthlessly vilified her and prejudged her guilt" in far more articles than the comedian Bill Cosby and movie producer Harvey Weinstein got after their arrests.
The filing said Maxwell waived her extradition rights and therefore "could not seek refuge" in the United Kingdom and France, where she holds citizenships.
Maxwell, 58, has pleaded not guilty to helping Epstein recruit and groom underage girls as young as 14 to engage in illegal sexual acts in the mid-1990s, and not guilty to perjury for having denied involvement under oath.
Her trial is scheduled to begin in July 2021, and she faces up to 35 years in prison if convicted.
US District Judge Alison Nathan could rule on Maxwell's bail application this month.
The judge denied bail on July 14, agreeing with prosecutors that Maxwell posed a substantial flight risk, citing her opaque finances and "sophistication" in hiding her wealth and herself.
Authorities arrested Maxwell on July 2 at her New Hampshire home, which prosecutors said she used as a hideout and concealed her identity to buy.


thedailymirror--2020-12-17--No10 condemns Tory MP Tobias Ellwood for 'egregious breach' of coronavirus rules

Downing Street has criticised a senior Tory MP for speaking at a Christmas dinner for 27 guests .
Defence Committee chairman Tobias Ellwood has apologised for his `` well-intentioned attendance '' of an event hosted by the Iraq Britain Business Council in London on Tuesday , hours before the capital entered Tier 3 .
He insisted it was a `` business reception/dinner '' where he `` gleaned extremely useful intelligence '' about the issues on the ground in the Middle East - but admitted his attendance `` may have muddled the Government 's clear message as we head towards Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Cavalry and Guards Club in Picadilly , was described by the IBBC on its website as a “ Christmas party ” and later a “ business dinner ” .
Home Secretary Priti Patel accused him of breaching the rules and suggested he could face a fine .
Asked by ITV News if his actions were an `` egregious '' breach of the rules , Ms Patel said : `` Well , it is .
Of course it is exactly that .
`` Having dinner outside of the rules with a large number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ regulations . ''
Asked if there should be a punishment , she said : `` There are fixed-penalty notices .
I do n't know the details as to where this happened or the location , but I 'm sure , as it is a breach , that will be followed up . ''
But she declined to say whether it is a disciplinary matter for the party .
The Prime Minister 's official spokesman pointed to the Home Secretary 's statement that it was a breach of the rules .
He told reporters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ throughout the pandemic that it 's vital for everybody to abide by the rules in order to suppress the virus and therefore protect the NHS and save lives . ''
Tier 2 laws ban indoor gatherings between multiple households , with £200 on-the-spot fines for first-time offenders .
But there are exemptions , including for any gathering which is “ reasonably necessary for work purposes ” .
Mr Ellwood confirmed his attendance to the Daily Mail but insisted the event was `` Covid compliant '' .
`` The event took place at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid compliant conditions , '' he said in a statement .
`` For the duration of Tier 2 restrictions function rooms that usually seat over 100 have been converted to hold business events for less than 30 .
`` I appreciate , given the current challenges , some will question the wisdom of my attendance .
`` I am sorry coverage of my well-intentioned attendance may have muddled the Government 's clear message as we head towards Christmas .
He spoke at the event the day after he told Parliament that allowing families @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very dangerous indeed '' and relaxation of rules over the festive period could lead to a `` third wave '' .
The club 's secretary David Cowdery said : `` We do n't comment on private events here at the club .
`` The full Covid policy issued by the club was given to the organisers of the event . ''

The Defence Committee chairman apologised for his 'well-intentioned attendance' at a dinner for 27 people at a private members' club in London
Downing Street has criticised a senior Tory MP for speaking at a Christmas dinner for 27 guests.
Defence Committee chairman Tobias Ellwood has apologised for his "well-intentioned attendance" of an event hosted by the Iraq Britain Business Council in London on Tuesday, hours before the capital entered Tier 3.
He insisted it was a "business reception/dinner" where he "gleaned extremely useful intelligence" about the issues on the ground in the Middle East - but admitted his attendance "may have muddled the Government's clear message as we head towards Christmas".
The event, held at the Cavalry and Guards Club in Picadilly, was described by the IBBC on its website as a “Christmas party” and later a “business dinner”.
Home Secretary Priti Patel accused him of breaching the rules and suggested he could face a fine.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Asked by ITV News if his actions were an "egregious" breach of the rules, Ms Patel said: "Well, it is. Of course it is exactly that.
"Having dinner outside of the rules with a large number of people is a breach of the regulations."
Asked if there should be a punishment, she said: "There are fixed-penalty notices. I don't know the details as to where this happened or the location, but I'm sure, as it is a breach, that will be followed up."
But she declined to say whether it is a disciplinary matter for the party.
The Prime Minister's official spokesman pointed to the Home Secretary's statement that it was a breach of the rules.
He told reporters: "The PM has been clear throughout the pandemic that it's vital for everybody to abide by the rules in order to suppress the virus and therefore protect the NHS and save lives."
Tier 2 laws ban indoor gatherings between multiple households, with £200 on-the-spot fines for first-time offenders.
But there are exemptions, including for any gathering which is “reasonably necessary for work purposes”.
Mr Ellwood confirmed his attendance to the Daily Mail but insisted the event was "Covid compliant".
"The event took place at the respect Cavalry and Guards Club under strict Covid compliant conditions," he said in a statement.
"For the duration of Tier 2 restrictions function rooms that usually seat over 100 have been converted to hold business events for less than 30.
"I appreciate, given the current challenges, some will question the wisdom of my attendance.
"I am sorry coverage of my well-intentioned attendance may have muddled the Government's clear message as we head towards Christmas.
"Whilst the event was fully Covid complaint - perceptions count."
He spoke at the event the day after he told Parliament that allowing families to meet over Christmas "could be very dangerous indeed" and relaxation of rules over the festive period could lead to a "third wave".
The club's secretary David Cowdery said: "We don't comment on private events here at the club.
"The full Covid policy issued by the club was given to the organisers of the event."