A 38-year-old Singaporean man was sentenced to 21 years in jail and 16 strokes of the cane for sexually exploiting his 13-year-old niece, including statutory rape and sexual assault, over several incidents.
Zoe Watts, a survivor of drug-facilitated sexual assault by her ex-husband, has launched the #EndEyeCheck campaign with Amanda Stanhope to combat this crime and its online dissemination. The phenomenon involves international networks using platforms like Telegram to share footage, with cases reported globally, prompting calls for legal and societal changes.
Alan Jones, 85, former Australian national rugby coach and prominent talkback host, has pleaded not guilty to 20 counts of indecent assault and two of sexual touching without consent, with his judge-alone trial beginning in Sydney.
Alan Jones is scheduled to appear in court today to face 22 charges of indecent and sexual assault, which he denies. The charges span nearly two decades, marking a significant turn for the former media figure now at the center of a high-profile Australian criminal case.
BBC documentary alleges Jared Leto's decades-long systematic misconduct against teenage girls, including sexual assault and grooming, backed by testimonies and evidence.
Jared Leto, 54, denies allegations of sexual assault and misconduct made by four women in a BBC documentary, covering incidents from 2002 to 2016, including statutory rape and explicit calls to minors.
Internationally renowned YouTube star Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, known as Yung Filly, is on trial in Perth for the alleged rape and assault of a 20-year-old woman. A jury was shown graphic photographs of the alleged victim's injuries, including multiple bruises and swellings, presented by a sexual assault specialist.
Survivors Amanda Stanhope and Zoe Watts share their experiences of drug-facilitated sexual assault (DFSA) by partners, highlighting how the Gisèle Pelicot case brought awareness to this hidden crime. Their stories underscore systemic failures and the need for greater understanding, leading Watts to found the #EndEyeCheck campaign group.
Australian filmmaker Mia'Kate Russell, known as 'The Blood Queen,' discusses her debut feature film, 'Penny Lane Is Dead,' which blends Ozploitation horror with a queer love story. The film tackles themes of jealousy and includes a scene implying sexual assault, reflecting Russell's aim to push boundaries in Australian horror.
A woman, identified as MR, is suing Dollar Tree after being sexually assaulted at a Houston store, alleging negligence. Her case has revealed a national pattern of similar 'sharking' attacks, where men masturbate and ejaculate on women, often documented online by an internet subculture.
British social media personality Yung Filly is on trial in Australia, accused of violently sexually assaulting a 20-year-old fan in a Perth hotel room in September 2024. The alleged victim testified about consensual sex turning non-consensual, detailing physical assault and injuries.
An asylum seeker staying at the Bell hotel in Epping, Essex, was arrested in July 2025 for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl. The incident led to violent protests by local residents and far-right groups, as well as counter-protests, drawing attention from Elon Musk.
Journalist Richard Guilliatt resigned from the Walkley awards judging board after his podcast faced complaints and a journalist critical of him won an award for reporting on the same case.
Thames Valley police investigating Prince Andrew may travel to the US to speak with the family of his accuser Virginia Giuffre. Giuffre's brother and sister-in-law are in contact with detectives regarding allegations against the former Duke of York, who denies the claims.
Detectives investigating Prince Andrew will travel to the US to speak with Virginia Giuffre's family. Thames Valley police want to interview Giuffre's brother and sister-in-law about her allegations of sexual assault against the former Duke of York, who denies the claims.
Thames Valley police are reportedly traveling to the US to interview relatives of Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew of sexual assault. Giuffre, who died last year, had alleged misconduct involving Jeffrey Epstein. The former Duke of York denies the allegations.
Maine Democrats are urgently seeking a new U.S. Senate candidate after progressive nominee Graham Platner withdrew due to a sexual assault allegation. The party must select a replacement by July 27 for the pivotal race against Sen. Susan Collins.
Progressive groups and lawmakers are scrambling to find a new candidate for the Maine Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew following sexual assault allegations. Our Revolution endorsed Troy Jackson, while others consider their options amid a compressed party process.
Progressive groups and lawmakers are scrambling to find a new candidate for the Maine Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew following sexual assault allegations. Our Revolution endorsed Troy Jackson, while others consider their options amid a compressed nomination process.
Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner withdrew from the race following sexual assault allegations. President Trump commented, casting doubt on the claims, shortly before Platner's announcement. Trump himself faces similar accusations.
Democrat Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Maine Senate race following sexual assault allegations. The withdrawal impacts Democrats' efforts to gain Senate seats in the upcoming midterms, as Platner was seen as a strong contender against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner withdrew from the race after sexual assault allegations. President Trump commented, casting doubt on the claims, shortly before Platner's announcement. Trump himself faces multiple sexual misconduct accusations.
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner suspended his Maine campaign after an ex-girlfriend accused him of rape in 2021. Platner denied the allegation but stepped down, impacting Democrats' hopes of flipping a Republican-held seat.
Australia's antisemitism envoy, Jillian Segal, has proposed an oversight committee for ABC and SBS Israel coverage. Meanwhile, Telstra CFO Michael Ackland defended the triple-zero network amid ongoing fallout from a nationwide outage, and Angus Taylor defended Sarah Henderson's actions during the crisis.
