Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape and sexual assault following an 18-day trial at Southwark Crown Court, and now faces a significant prison term. He was convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women, though acquitted of two rape counts and one count of attempted indecent assault. Brand, 51, who had denied the charges, was remanded in custody ahead of his sentencing.

The Observer: Inside the trial of Russell Brand

An account of the 18-day trial of Russell Brand, detailing harrowing sexual crimes and the defendant's eventual guilty verdict.

BBC News: Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

Today, comedian and actor Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape and three sexual offences and remanded in custody ahead of his sentencing next week. Adam is joined by Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, presenter of Fame Under Fire, who has attended every day of 51-year-old Brand's trial. They discuss the counts the jury found Brand guilty on, how the trial unfolded and further rape allegations made by two women which can now be reported.

The Guardian: Russell Brand faces 'significant' prison term for rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand has been found guilty of raping a fan and sexually assaulting three other women, ending a years-long legal saga that has raised questions about how he was able to commit his crimes at the height of his fame. Brand, 51, was described during his trial as a ruthless, calculated and manipulative sexual predator. He was convicted of raping a woman at his luxury London townhouse and of sexually assaulting women in front of his entourage at their workplaces, at a radio station and TV studio.

The government of Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing a potential major rebellion from within its ranks over two significant welfare reviews expected next week. Amidst this, the UK is also considering adopting elements of Denmark's 'Fleksjobs' scheme as a model to revamp its benefits system, a program known for its high employment rates.

The i Paper: UK considering Danish benefits model reform

The UK is looking at Denmark's 'Fleksjobs' scheme to revamp its benefits system, which has seen employment rates soar, but its suitability for Britain is questioned.

The i Paper: Benefits timebomb threatens Burnham's first major rebellion

Two significant welfare reviews expected next week could ignite a major rebellion against Andy Burnham's plans for benefits reform.

The British government is being sued after revoking the right to live in the UK for nearly 1,500 EU citizens. This legal action comes as the country also faces 'Windrush'-style accusations due to a significant increase in Turkish nationals being targeted for removal.

The Guardian: 'Windrush' accusations over sharp rise in Turkish nationals facing removal…

The UK is facing 'Windrush' style accusations due to a significant increase in Turkish nationals being targeted for removal from the country.

The Guardian: British government sued after stripping almost 1,500 EU citizens of right to…

The British government is being sued following its decision to revoke the right to live in the UK for nearly 1,500 EU citizens.

Labour Members of Parliament are expressing regret over their support for a ban on Palestine Action, a policy that has led to approximately 4,000 arrests over the past year.

The Observer: Labour MPs regret Palestine Action ban that led to 4,000 arrests

Labour Members of Parliament are expressing regret over a ban on Palestine Action, which has resulted in approximately 4,000 arrests in a year.

Stroke patients are expressing anger and frustration as they are being denied life-saving treatment due to a healthcare service that operates only from Monday to Friday.

The Observer: Stroke patients fury at denial of treatment by 'Monday to Friday' service

Stroke patients are expressing anger at being denied life-saving treatment due to a service that operates only from Monday to Friday.

The United Kingdom is facing accusations of climate hypocrisy at the Cop31 summit due to its ongoing policies concerning North Sea gas.

The Observer: UK faces climate hypocrisy claims at Cop31 over North Sea gas

The United Kingdom is facing accusations of climate hypocrisy at Cop31 concerning its policies on North Sea gas.

A group of female comedians is utilizing WhatsApp to privately share information and warn each other about alleged abusers within the television industry.

The i Paper: Female comedians use WhatsApp to warn of TV abusers

A group of female comedians are using WhatsApp to share information and warn each other about alleged abusers in the television industry.