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Jan 2022
32m 40s

Monte Carlo Trunk Murder

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The violent Monte Carlo Trunk Murder is fascinating as a terrifying crime, and its connection to wealth and fame made it global news. But the way it was covered in the papers offers an unsettling glimpse into bias and privilege. 

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