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'They've inflicted yet another assault,' parents say after judges mock mother

A mother who filed a complaint alleging the sexual assault of her young son said she was mocked by magistrates at a court in Bobigny, just outside Paris, after judges wrote that she had "overreacted". As Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin calls for an inquiry into the case, RFI spoke to…

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Protestors block busy Glasgow road after alleged sexual assault in the area

Protestors blocked a busy Glasgow street this evening after a man was arrested and charged in connection with a sexual assault in the area.

The National (Scotland)

Top Boy actor rape trial: Woman breaks down as she denies consensual encounter

Micheal Ward denies two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against one woman in January 2023.

Evening Standard

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Europol Uncovers Chat Groups Teaching Men How to Drug, R*pe Their Partners, and Share Videos of the Abuse

Europol and the UK's NCA have uncovered organised online networks facilitating drug-facilitated sexual assaults, identifying over 150 victims and suspects, and resulting in 57 arrests across several countries.

International Business Times UK

Eight arrested in probe into men drugging and raping partners, UK crime agency says

As part of a separate operation into such offences, EU law enforcement agency Europol said the group of countries had identified 156 victims and perpetrators of drug-facilitated sexual assaults.

Euronews

Who is Joseph Horner? Oceanside music teacher accused of killing Victoria Castle, his sister-in-law after alleged assault at North Massapequa home

Victoria Castle Massapequa: A Long Island music teacher, Joseph Horner, is facing murder and sexual assault charges after allegedly killing his sister-in-law, Victoria Castle. Authorities claim Horner confessed to the attack after his wife left for a bachelorette party, with prosecutors alleging a long-standing obsession. Castle, a promising PhD student,…

The Economic Times

Who Is Ryan Mendes? Cape Verde Captain Facing Serious Sexual Assault Allegations Amid Historic World Cup Run

Many fans are seeking to learn more about Ryan Mendes, Cape Verde's captain facing serious sexual allegations amid the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

International Business Times UK

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After Sexual Assault Allegations Derailed His Career, Armie Hammer Returns in Film Inspired by Real German Gang Rape Cases

Armie Hammer returns to screens in 'Citizen Vigilante', a film inspired by two real Hamburg gang rape cases that Germany has blocked from public screening.

International Business Times UK

Top Boy actor was ‘overpowering’ as he raped woman in car, court told

Micheal Ward denies two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault against one woman in January 2023.

Evening Standard

Who Is E. Jean Carroll? Writer Who Won Final Supreme Court Fight Over Trump Sexual Abuse Verdict

The Supreme Court upheld a £3.9 million verdict against Donald Trump for sexual assault and defamation in E. Jean Carroll's case, marking a significant legal victory for Carroll.

International Business Times UK

Bill Maher issues reality check as Kevin Spacey says he feels ‘much more welcomed’ in Hollywood

The comedian told Spacey ‘there’s too much smoke to be no fire’ over sexual assault allegations

The Independent UK

Top Boy actor raped woman in car, court hears

Michael Ward, 28, denies two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration and one count of sexual assault against a woman in January 2023

Evening Standard

Bafta-winning actor Micheal Ward raped woman in car after nightclub encounter, court hears

The Top Boy star denies charges of rape, assault, and sexual assault

The Independent UK

Top Boy actor Micheal Ward raped woman in car, court told

The 28-year-old denies two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sexual assault.

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Cape Verde Captain Ryan Mendes Investigated By Police Over Alleged Sexual Assault In New Zealand

Cape Verde's World Cup campaign is overshadowed by a police investigation involving captain Ryan Mendes, linked to an alleged incident in Auckland.

The Guardian - UK

Cambridgeshire police face questions over decision to hand sexual assault case to US military

Jacob Wulfson, who strangled woman he met online, was allowed to be tried at airbase court martial instead of facing UK justice

The Guardian - US

California appeals court upholds Weinstein’s rape conviction but orders resentencing

Weinstein was convicted in 2022 of one count of rape and two counts of sexual assault and sentenced to 16 years

The Independent UK

Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction upheld as court orders resentencing

A California appeals court ordered the trial judge who gave him 16 years in prison to resentence him

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How US Troops Accused of Crimes in Britain, Including Sexual Assault, Can Avoid UK Courts: What Is the 1951 NATO Status of Forces Agreement?

The case of US pilot Captain Jacob Wulfson, tried under American military jurisdiction in the UK, raises questions about the 1951 Nato Status of Forces Agreement and its implications for justice.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish broadcaster to stand trial accused of rape and multiple sex offences

Comedian and broadcaster Hardeep Singh Kohli has denied 20 charges, including rape and sexual assault allegations spanning 2006 to 2021. A trial is…

The Guardian - UK

Bizarre questions and an all-male ‘jury’: woman strangled by US pilot in Britain tells of airbase trial

Sarah Steele comes forward to call for greater scrutiny of how US military courts are allowed to ‘rip apart’ vulnerable witnesses in the UK

Evening Standard

Police appeal after 'sex assault' on rush-hour London Tube train

Police have issued an appeal after an alleged sexual assault on a Northern line train towards Tufnell Park

Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

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 Economic Times

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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