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South Korea's Former Leader Gets 24 Year Sentence

The verdict was broadcast live and represents the culmination of a scandal which rocked the country, fuelling rage against political and business elites. Also: UK sugar tax; Studio Ghibli co-founder dies

(Picture: Ms Park was brought to court in May 2017 shortly after her arrest Credit: AFP)

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Fri 6 Apr 2018 09:06GMT
麻豆社 World Service except News Internet

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