South Korea's former President Park Geun-hye has been sentenced to 24 years in jail after she was found guilty of abuse of power and coercion.The verdict was broadcast live and represents the culmination of a scandal which rocked the country, fuelling rage against political and business elites.Ms Park, who was also fined 18bn won (£12m, $17m), faced a string of corruption charges.The former leader was not in court on Friday for the verdict.She ha...

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