Roman Polanski 'French Oscar' nomination sparks outrage

The 86-year-old has been wanted in the US for decades over the statutory rape of a 13-year-old.

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HS2: Chancellor Sajid Javid 'backs project' ahead of crucial meeting

It is understood the chancellor will tell Boris Johnson he supports the London to Birmingham rail link.

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Wonga borrowers 'to get 4.3% of compensation claims'

Claimants against the payday lender have been told they will receive little in compensation.

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The papers: ITV anchor quits and HS2 'to get green light'

The papers focus on HS2's future, why an ITV newsreader is stepping down, and job cuts at BBC News.

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Harriet Frank Jr., Writer of Challenging Screenplays, Dies at 96

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When Your Best Surrogate Can’t Talk

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For 25 Years in Prison, He Said He Was Innocent. A Judge Just Agreed

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National Television Awards 2020: Mrs Brown beats Ricky Gervais and Fleabag

The sitcom wins for a fifth year, while Ant and Dec, Jesy Nelson and Michael Palin are also honoured.

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Ed Woodward: Man Utd executive vice-chairman's home comes under attack

The home of Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is attacked by a group chanting that he was "going to die".

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The Papers: Lord Lucan 'found' and Prince Andrew 'bewildered'

The UK's decision to use Chinese firm Huawei also features heavily among Wednesday's front pages.

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