'I said no': When a woman's word isn't enough for police to lay rape charges
Her medical file said: "Sex assault by bodily force: Probable".
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Schoolgirl allegedly assaulted in gym toilets by older student
Teen's evidence: 'He pulled me into the bathroom and told me I have to do what he says'.
Malaysian man jailed for raping sleeping partner
Rapist claimed actions were linked to his cultural background.
What kids who commit serious crimes have in common
Haami Hanara, who was neglected and abused, knifed a man to death when he was 14.
Stephen Hawking: How the ‘flawed genius’ wound up in the Epstein scandal
There is no accusation of any wrongdoing by Professor Hawking.
Virginia Giuffre claims she was paid $24k by Epstein to have sex with Prince Andrew
Giuffre alleged she was kept as Epstein’s 'sex slave'.
500-day wait for a trial ‘too long’: Justice Minister's aim to cut massive court delays
Judicial discretion is in the firing line - are judges getting it wrong?
Why is Generation Z less likely to end up behind bars?
Despite youth crime fears, the stats tell a very different story within a generation.
Who killed Jane Furlong? Baffling cold case still unsolved
Jane Furlong was murdered in 1993; police appeal again for info on those responsible.
The strange tale of Prince Andrew's 'sex tapes' and Epstein victim's allegations
Sarah Ransome's claims will make for more unpleasant reading at Buckingham Palace.
Ghislaine Maxwell ordered to search emails for mentions of Prince Andrew and 'sex toys'
A court demanded she search for references to the Duke of York and words like 'dildo'.
Maxwell contradicts Prince Andrew's claim she introduced him to Epstein
Claim contradicts Duke of York’s story of how he met the paedophile during 2019 interview.
‘Witches and wizards’ paedophile ring could endanger children’s lives
Judge orders risk assessment for five men and two women convicted of child sexual abuse.
Nursing home resident ‘sexually assaulted by intruder’
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Coffs Harbour
Leveraging powerful connections: How Epstein covered his crimes
The names in Epstein documents were familiar to anyone closely following the scandal.
The big names in the Jeffrey Epstein court document dump
Amid great hype, previously secret court documents are being unsealed.
The ultimate betrayal: Woman's shocking find on husband's phone
"This was my husband who had no reason to do this other than to satisfy his own sickness."
Paula Abdul accuses ‘American Idol’ producer of sexual assault in lawsuit
Abdul accuses former “Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexual assault in the 2000s.
The confession that provided new hope in a 50-year-old cold case
A Herald investigation in 2019 uncovered fresh evidence in a 50-year-old unsolved murder.
'Totally tormented': Prince Andrew's Christmas nightmare
Documents are expected to reveal new information about Jeffrey Epstein and the Prince.
UK minister under fire over date rape 'joke'
James Cleverly oversees national security and law enforcement in England and Wales.
Xmas Appeal 2023: Kaipara women help community heal from sexual and domestic violence
Community meetings in 1984 concerned about sexual and domestic violence sparked change.
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by former assistant
The events allegedly occurred while the actor was filming Fast Five in 2010.
Sleepwalking defence rejected for man who raped sleeping woman
Offender led from the dock in tears after hearing judge's sentence.
Judge orders release of names of people mentioned in Jeffrey Epstein documents
People whose names are to be disclosed have until January 1 to appeal the order.
Prince Andrew facing new legal nightmare
The royal is braced for a New Year nightmare as details of a groping accuser are revealed.
Blenheim Gymnastics Club 'shocked and appalled' by ex-coaches sex offending
It said the club’s primary concern at this time was the wellbeing of the victims.
Russell Brand questioned over six more sexual offence allegations
In September, British media outlets published claims by four women.
P-addicted Rotorua man pimped out girls as young as 13 for sex
He had a sexual relationship with a 13yo he helped into prostitution.
Sexual violation in rideshare leads to charge
It is not known whether the defendant was the driver or another passenger.
Blenheim gymnastics coach and sex offender Gregory Pask pleads guilty to nearly 30 charges
Police believe there may be more victims.
Prisoner poured boiling water over ‘vulnerable inmate’ then beat and raped him
The victim was left with physical and mental scars from the attack.
Tommy Lee accused of sexual assault in helicopter
A woman claimed Tommy Lee sexually assaulted her after drinking and taking drugs.
'You are a monster': Victim of stepfather’s sexual abuse speaks out as family disown her
Man jailed for more than 10 years for sexually abusing girl.