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A man was raped by a porn shop employee in Helsinki during a customer interaction in January 2023.

A protest by a group of women in Milan against Senator Giulia Bongiorno's rape law reform involved dumping manure outside her office.

A masseur is suspected of assaulting a woman at a popular spa in the Stockholm area.

Former NSW MP Rory Amon claims in court that he believed a 13-year-old boy he allegedly abused was actually 17, denying knowledge of the boy's true age during their interactions.

Former Liberal MP Rory Amon testified that the complainant in his sexual assault trial claimed to be 17 years old during their interactions, which he said influenced his decision to engage in communication.

Brady Tkatchuk, a member of the USA Olympic gold team, denies the authenticity of a TikTok video released by the White House that uses AI-generated voice without his consent to express derogatory comments.

209 Greenlandic women who had a spiral inserted without consent are seeking compensation from Greenland, significantly more than anticipated by the government.

209 women are seeking compensation from the Greenlandic government for having received a spiral or other contraception without consent since January 1, 1992.

A new campaign in Quebec is targeting male influencers who downplay sexual violence, part of a broader initiative to promote consent and awareness on university campuses.

The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control has extended the deadline for finalizing Lukoil's asset sale to April 1, urging Russia to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine.

Thomas Mason denies raping a woman at the Green Man Festival, claiming sexual activity was consensual, while the alleged victim contends otherwise.

A municipality in Brazil has been ordered to pay compensation after relocating a grave without family consent and exposing the remains.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pledged to veto any legislation that targets the LGBTQ community, reaffirming her support for transgender rights following President Trump's State of the Union address, which called for bans on minors' gender transition surgeries without parental consent.

A Finnish author expressed outrage over the use of her likeness in an AI-generated advertisement without her consent.

The European Parliament has called for a uniform definition of rape based on consent, emphasizing the need for legislation that centers on the absence of consent in legal proceedings.

The Brazilian Senate has approved a law stating that any sexual relationship with a minor under 14 years old will be classified as rape, regardless of consent or other circumstances.

The Brazilian Senate has approved a bill stipulating that any sexual relations with minors under the age of 14 are classified as rape, irrespective of consent.

A report by the Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner reveals alarming exploitation of women on sex-for-sale websites, where they are advertised without consent.

Christopher Trybus, accused of his wife’s manslaughter and multiple charges of domestic abuse, claims an audio recording presented as evidence is merely indicative of consensual BDSM activities.

Sami recounts his harrowing experience of being raped at the Omenahotelli after leaving a club with unknown men.

The European Parliament has called for a unified consent law to protect women against sexual violence, emphasizing the need for legal reform across the EU.

The final victim in the scandal involving gynecologist V. Abraicius of Kaunas has been interrogated, revealing allegations of filmed medical examinations without consent.

The article discusses the mismatch in sexual desires between men and women in long-term relationships, highlighting that many women consent to sex primarily to please their partners.

The TJ-SP upheld the acquittal of former Big Brother Brasil contestant Felipe Prior in a rape case from 2018, concluding that criminal responsibility was not proven.

A teenager from Mendoza has sued her mother for sharing her photos on a Tinder profile without consent, leading to a court ruling that prohibited further dissemination of the images.

The police intervened in Alytus after students reported that protesting teachers were recording them without consent, which has raised concerns about potential public order violations.

European nations, while pledging military support for Ukraine, acknowledge that their contributions may depend on Russia's consent.

Donald Trump has urged states to prohibit minors from accessing medical procedures related to gender transition without parental consent.

New marriage registration rules proposed by the Gujarat government mandate parental consent for marriages, stirring nationwide debate.

The article discusses an incident where a model was exploited, and the situation was recorded.

The Knesset has passed a law allowing employers to request police checks on job candidates' criminal records regarding terrorism convictions, pending the candidate's written consent.

A German court has ruled that Facebook's Friend Finder function is illegal as it allows access to contact data of non-users without their consent.

Readers of Aftonbladet must either consent to data collection or pay a monthly fee to opt out, as the media company adapts to stricter EU regulations.

María Herrera's short film 'El cuento de una noche de verano' deals with the theme of consent, highlighting the serious implications of stealthing.

A 35-year-old man was convicted of raping a 12-year-old girl in a case highlighted by a Brazilian court ruling, emphasizing that consent does not preclude the crime of rape against minors.

The attorney general of Minas Gerais announced plans to appeal the acquittal of a 35-year-old man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl, after a court ruled that their relationship was a consensual emotional bond.

A man was arrested for recording a video of a woman in the shower without her consent and sharing it, which led to charges of psychological violence and harassment against him.

WhatsApp has assured the Supreme Court of India that it will not share user data with its parent company Meta without explicit consent starting March 16.

The Delhi High Court has ruled that if someone engages in physical relations under the pretext of marriage and later retracts citing horoscope issues, they can face charges under Indian law for deceptive sexual relations.

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has recommended policy changes to protect the housing rights of 'homeless youths' by allowing them access to youth shelters without the need for guardian consent.

Brazilian lawmakers are asking the Attorney General to appeal a court decision that ruled a consensual relationship between an adult and a 12-year-old girl as not constituting rape.

Allegations of sexual assault against football players have surfaced in Balmoral, raising concerns about consent culture in the small town.

A legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni revolves around claims of inappropriate conduct during filming, raising significant questions about on-set behavior and consent.

A 35-year-old man from Indianópolis was acquitted of raping a 12-year-old girl after the court determined their relationship was consensual, sparking legal and political debates in Brazil.

Bhojpuri superstar Dinesh Lal Yadav, known as Nirhua, revealed in an interview that his marriage was arranged against his will and he never experienced love with his wife, advising his children to marry for love.

A recent ruling by Poland's Supreme Administrative Court determined that contacting customers for marketing purposes after they have withdrawn consent is a violation of GDPR regulations.

Candelaria Tinelli opened up about her social phobia and the difficulties she faces in public after someone took her photo without consent.

A 16-year-old boy was arrested in Thessaloniki for posting intimate videos of a peer online without her consent, which led to additional charges following an incident involving another girl.

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has ruled that immigration control against undocumented foreign workers without prior consent from their employers constitutes a violation of human rights, following a case where a pregnant worker miscarried during a raid.

The trial of former Liberal MP Rory Amon has commenced, involving serious allegations of sexual assault against a minor.