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Thomas Partey booed by England fans during World Cup clash with Ghana as Djed Spence refuses handshake

Thomas Partey, 33, was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in July 2025 by the Metropolitan Police

Evening Standard

Canadian auto parts magnate Frank Stronach found guilty of sexual assault

Austrian-Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach has been found guilty of sexual assault and indecent assault

The Independent UK

West Bengal police book ex-TMC MLA Saukat Molla on rape charges

Former TMC MLA Saukat Molla faces serious charges. A woman has filed a complaint alleging rape and criminal intimidation. The incidents reportedly occurred between March 2019 and later. The complainant claims she was subjected to repeated sexual assault and physical abuse. Photographs and videos were allegedly recorded and used for…

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The ‘evil and monstrous’ teacher who used charm and easy manner to hide ‘gratuitous’ abuse of baby son

Preston Davey was murdered in a fatal sex attack carried out by his adoptive father Jamie Varley in a case that ‘shocked the nation’

The Independent UK

Ghaziabad 4-year-old rape case: “She was alive for two hours”, father of victim alleges two private hospitals denied emergency care

A father claims two private hospitals refused to treat his critically injured daughter after an alleged sexual assault. The four-year-old died en route to a government hospital. The Supreme Court is hearing the case, questioning hospital accountability. A SIT found substance in the father's allegations of delayed care. The father…

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Armie Hammer Is Angry His Famous Friends Didn’t Support Him When He Was Accused of Sexual Assault

Hammer was furious that some of his high-profile friends sent him sympathetic texts but stayed silent in public.

The Mary Sue

Tyra Banks, Netflix Legal War: Host Claims Docuseries Edited Her to Look Indifferent to Contestant's Sexual Assault

Tyra Banks has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, alleging that her interview in the 'Reality Check' docuseries was edited to falsely portray her as indifferent to serious allegations.

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Consent, crowd ratification and crassness: Stand-up comedy under scanner again

Recent comedy shows in India have ignited a fierce debate. Performers made jokes about sexual assault and consent, drawing widespread criticism. Videos of these performances have gone viral, leading to calls for accountability. Activists and comedians are questioning the boundaries of humor and the impact of such content on society.

The Economic Times

Catholic church had been alerted to Texas priest’s sexual predation for years – but dawdled before acting

Church officials had extended the temporary term of Anthony Odiong, recently convicted of sexual assault, even after women came forward with allegations of abuse

The Guardian - US

Ghana player on rape charges denied entry to Canada

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, who is awaiting trial in England on rape and sexual assault charges, has been denied entry ‌into Canada.

AAP

Former Arsenal star Thomas Partey refused entry to Canada for World Cup match

Ghanaian midfielder denied visa to travel from the US as he awaits trial in UK over charges of rape and sexual assault

Evening Standard

French superstar charged with multiple sexual assaults across Europe

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The Independent UK

French pop star Patrick Bruel charged with rape and sexual assault

French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been charged with rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment, prosecutors said on Wednesday, in a case that now involves accusations by more than 20 women.

Radio France Internationale

French star Patrick Bruel charged with rape and sexual assault allegations from multiple women

The French singer and actor faces preliminary charges of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and harassment

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Who Is Patrick Bruel? French Singer and Actor Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Investigation

The French singer and actor has denied allegations as prosecutors seek formal charges in an expanding investigation.

The Guardian - UK

French star Patrick Bruel charged with rape and sexual assault

Singer and actor has denied all charges after more than 20 women made allegations against him dating back to 1990s

International Business Times UK

Diddy Shock: The Troubling Details Behind The New 'Extreme' Assault Lawsuit Against Sean Combs

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces a new lawsuit from a former child actor alleging sexual assault at a 2007 Hollywood event, adding to the growing list of accusations against the music mogul.

France 24

French pop star Bruel placed under formal investigation for rape, sexual assault

French pop icon Patrick Bruel on Wednesday was placed under formal investigation for rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and harassment after complaints by several women alleging sexual violence. Bruel, a singer, actor, one-time world poker champion and heartthrob in the early 1990s has denied the allegations.

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French veteran pop star Patrick Bruel charged on multiple counts of sexual violence

French pop star and actor Patrick Bruel has been formally charged over several allegations of sexual violence, including rape and sexual harassment. The 67-year-old, who denies all the claims, has been released on conditional bail which forbids him from visiting "massage parlours".

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs sued over alleged sexual assault

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has denied allegations of sexual assault made by a former child actor.

Evening Standard

Baby murder trial told: ‘We can’t bring Preston back’

Preston Davey died following months of alleged abuse, jurors were told.

The Independent UK

Renowned singer Patrick Bruel held by French police over string of rape allegations

At least 13 women have accused the star of rape, attempted rape and sexual assault

France 24

French singer Bruel held in police custody on sexual assault allegations

French singer and actor Patrick Bruel will be held in police custody until Wednesday as investigators questioned him over allegations of sexual assault and rape involving at least a dozen women, prosecutors said, adding that two new rape complaints had recently been filed.

The Guardian - AU

French star Patrick Bruel held by police investigating new sexual assault allegations

Two new rape complaints have been filed against the 67-year-old singer and actor, who denies the claims

France 24

French star Patrick Bruel placed in police custody over rape, sex assault allegations

Famed French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been placed in police custody over allegations of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and harassment from 13 victims, ‌the Nanterre prosecution office ⁠said on Monday. Bruel has publicly denied wrongdoing.

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