Shipping boss groped girl, 12, on flight
A senior shipping company director faces jail after sexually assaulting a child mid-air, telling authorities he was confused and thought she was his wife in shocking court case.
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Europe's Housing Crisis: Time for EU Radical Action
As Europe's housing crisis deepens, The Guardian argues that piecemeal solutions have failed and only EU-wide radical intervention can address this growing emergency affecting millions.
Ex-Met Officer Trial: Sexual Abuse Allegations
A former Metropolitan Police officer stands accused of sexually abusing a teenage girl in a case that raises serious questions about police conduct and accountability.
Sydney Tobacco Stores Shut in Historic Health Crackdown
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements world-leading anti-smoking legislation targeting community health.
Labour's Environmental Law Loophole Sparks Integrity Fears
Integrity experts warn that a 'highly unusual' exemption in Labour's new environmental legislation creates potential for political interference and undermines environmental protection standards across Australia.
King Charles blocks Prince Andrew's royal return
The Duke of York suffers another major setback after Buckingham Palace confirmed he won't return to royal duties, with King Charles firmly shutting down any comeback attempts.
Australia's Digital ID Bill Sparks Privacy Debate
The Australian government's proposed Digital ID bill sparks heated debate as critics warn of privacy risks while supporters champion convenience and security benefits.
Louisiana Diocese Bankrupt Over Abuse Claims
The Catholic Diocese of Lake Charles becomes the latest US diocese to seek bankruptcy protection, facing a flood of new sexual abuse lawsuits following Louisiana's expanded legal window for victims.
Prince Andrew blocked palace abuse survivor statements
Buckingham Palace faced internal conflict as Prince Andrew allegedly blocked multiple attempts to issue statements supporting victims of sexual abuse, raising serious questions about royal accountability.
NSW Govt strikes major crossbench deal on key reforms
The Minns Labor government secures parliamentary support through sweeping concessions on environmental planning, workers' compensation reforms and firearm regulations in landmark crossbench negotiations.
Sex as healing for terminal cancer patients
A powerful exploration of how couples facing terminal illness are rediscovering physical intimacy as a profound form of connection and emotional healing.
Prince Andrew faces losing final military title
Prince Andrew could be stripped of his last remaining honorary military title as pressure mounts following his civil sexual assault case settlement. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace reveals the decision rests with the Queen.
Prince Andrew's Royal Title Removal and Financial Settlement
Buckingham Palace confirms dramatic changes to Prince Andrew's royal status, including title removal and multi-million pound financial restructuring following sexual assault lawsuit settlement.
Maldives enforces world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives has implemented a groundbreaking lifetime ban preventing anyone born after 2007 from ever buying tobacco products, creating the world's first 'smoke-free generation'.
Buckingham Palace Breaks Silence on Prince Andrew Case
The monarchy delivers an unprecedented public declaration regarding the Duke of York's legal settlement with Virginia Giuffre, revealing deep institutional concerns about the ongoing impact on the Royal Family.
King praised for Andrew decision, urged to pressure Trump
Exclusive: Virginia Giuffre's brother commends the King's handling of Prince Andrew while calling for royal influence on Donald Trump to release sealed Epstein documents. The royal family faces continued scrutiny over connections to the convicted sex offe
Tube sexual assault: Predator jailed for Underground attack
A sexual predator has been sentenced to prison after assaulting a woman on the London Underground. Read the full details of this disturbing case and the police investigation that brought him to justice.
Ex-sergeant major jailed for assaulting teenage soldier
Ex-sergeant major Paul McDonald receives prison sentence for sexually assaulting 18-year-old soldier Jaysley Beck at Surrey barracks, as court hears disturbing details of the abuse of power.
Army sergeant-major jailed for soldier sexual assault
A former Army sergeant-major has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a junior soldier, Jaysley Beck, in a case that has raised serious questions about military conduct and victim protection.
Translation app used in rape threat near station
A migrant has been convicted after using a translation app to threaten a woman with sexual violence near a busy London railway station in a disturbing case highlighting technology misuse.
Sex with a girl for boyfriend: Woman's confession
A woman reveals how she agreed to have sexual relations with another woman to fulfil her boyfriend's fantasy, sharing the emotional aftermath and relationship consequences.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward gets 3-year sentence for sex assaults
Disgraced politician Gareth Ward sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting two men while serving as NSW MP, with judge condemning his 'serious breach of trust'.
Prince Andrew loses military titles after public outrage
The Duke of York's privileged 'birthright' crumbles under overwhelming public disapproval as he loses military titles and royal patronages in unprecedented move.
Prince Andrew Scandal: The Complete Timeline
From royal favourite to pariah: The definitive chronology of Prince Andrew's dramatic downfall amid the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and sexual assault allegations.
New Orleans Catholic Church pays $100m abuse settlement
In a landmark legal breakthrough, over 60 survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy in New Orleans have reached a $100 million settlement, exposing decades of systematic cover-ups within the archdiocese.
Senate blocks Trump tariff powers in bipartisan vote
In a stunning bipartisan move, the US Senate has voted to prevent Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs without congressional approval, setting up a major constitutional clash.
Three men charged with child sex offences in Rochdale
Three men have been charged with multiple child sexual offences in Rochdale following a major police investigation into grooming and exploitation of vulnerable victims.
Blantyre sex predator jailed for street attacks on girls
Regan McClinton, 24, has been sentenced to five years imprisonment for sexually assaulting two teenage girls in separate incidents in South Lanarkshire. The violent attacks occurred just weeks apart, with victims dragged from the street in broad daylight.
Prince Andrew faces private prosecution over assault claims
The Duke of York confronts an unprecedented private prosecution as legal papers are formally served over sexual assault claims, marking a significant escalation in his legal battles.
Paedophile jailed for raping 4-year-old in North London
A dangerous sexual predator from North London has been sentenced to 14 years imprisonment after admitting to grooming and raping a vulnerable four-year-old boy in a disturbing case that has shocked the community.
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