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Retired Justice Rafael de Araújo Romano was arrested after surrendering to police for the rape of his granddaughter, a case that raises serious concerns about his past role in handling child exploitation cases.

In the first two months of 2026, Espírito Santo, Brazil, reported over two cases of vulnerable rape daily, with a significant percentage involving children.

The article discusses the dark side of Magaluf, a popular resort in Mallorca, highlighting issues such as drugged drinks, excessive alcohol consumption, sexual harassment, and cases of rape that tourists often overlook.

Brazil's President Lula sanctioned a new law that emphasizes the absolute vulnerability of minors in cases of sexual abuse, clarifying that consent and other factors are irrelevant to the crime.

In 2025, Paraíba registered an alarming average of three cases of rape of vulnerable individuals daily, leading to a total of 1,081 cases by year-end, reflecting a 20% increase from the previous year.

Rape cases in Rio de Janeiro state have increased by 20% over the past decade, rising to 16 incidents a day according to the latest public security data.

The Attorney General of Brazil has requested the reinstatement of a medical council's resolution prohibiting fetal asystole for abortions after 22 weeks in cases of rape.

The Public Ministry of Rio de Janeiro (MPRJ) has changed its position and is now in favor of the hospitalization of a minor involved in several collective rape cases following new allegations.

The article discusses recent cases of sexual violence in Brazil, emphasizing the urgent need to combat the pervasive culture of rape.

Angelo Lages, a police chief in Rio, has identified a minor as a key suspect in multiple rape cases, citing the minor's prior relationships with victims.

The Rio de Janeiro Public Prosecutor's Office decided against the need to intern a minor involved in multiple collective rape cases.

The Minas Gerais Court of Justice appointed a new judge, José Xavier Magalhães Brandão, to oversee sexual assault cases after the previous judge was removed due to allegations of sexual abuse.

Rape cases have surged by 25.6% in the Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira regions in January 2026 compared to the previous year.

Two teenagers were apprehended in Maranhão, Brazil, for their involvement in vulnerable rape cases and the sharing of videos of the crimes on social media.

The number of reported rapes in Uppsala has increased from 212 in 2021 to 235 in the last year, highlighting ongoing concerns about reporting practices and police handling of such cases.

The city of São Paulo recorded a significant drop in rape and homicide cases in January, according to recent data from the Secretary of Public Security (SSP).

A Brazilian court has acquitted a man accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl, despite a prior conviction, raising serious concerns about the handling of sexual abuse cases involving minors.

The article discusses the ethical concerns surrounding the journalism of sexual violence cases, particularly in relation to an explicit report of a rape accusation against a police chief in Spain.

In Latvia, 99 cases of rape were officially recorded last year, marking the second lowest number in five years.

Høiby, accused of a fourth rape case, criticized the police for informing him of the charges through the media rather than directly.

The government of Minas Gerais reported a significant decline in crime rates during the 2026 Carnival in Belo Horizonte, including no cases of feminicide or rape.

Actress Taapsee Pannu expresses her outrage regarding the public's attitude towards rape cases.

David Hill has been found guilty of raping a woman at knifepoint in Sheffield 40 years ago, with new DNA evidence leading to his conviction.

A jury in Phoenix, Arizona, has ruled that Uber must pay $8.5 million to a passenger who was raped by one of its drivers, setting a precedent for similar cases across the country.

A 44-year-old man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison by the Frankfurt District Court for multiple crimes, including attempted murder and severe rape, spanning over 20 cases.

Professor Jørg Mørland discusses the complexities surrounding consent and awareness in cases of alleged sleep rape, emphasizing the challenges courts face in distinguishing between different states of consciousness.

A 29-year-old judo professor has been arrested in Rondonópolis, Brazil, on suspicion of raping a 12-year-old boy, with investigations into additional cases involving seven victims underway.

The Yogi government in Uttar Pradesh has transferred 24 IPS officers, including key positions in 11 districts, while also addressing calls for a high-level inquiry into the prominent gang rape and love jihad cases in Basti district.

Brazil recorded over 83,000 cases of rape and sexual assault against vulnerable individuals in 2025, averaging 227 victims per day, equivalent to one rape every six minutes, although this marks an 11% decrease from previous years.

The historical police union has called for the dismissal of the chief of judicial police in Pamplona following a firm ruling by the European Court of Human Rights condemning Spain for systematic evidence manipulation in two rape cases.

Cases of rape in western São Paulo increased by over 50% in five years, primarily involving children and adolescents, according to data from the São Paulo Public Security Secretariat.

The son of Princess Mette-Marit was arrested in Oslo, facing multiple charges including four alleged rapes and threats involving a knife, and is set to appear in court soon.

A 27-year-old student is accused of attempted murder in seven cases for allegedly drugging and raping his neighbor to fulfill his sexual desires.

Dominique Pellicot is being investigated as a suspect in two unsolved cases involving rape and murder, with efforts underway to identify any other potential victims.

Spain has been condemned for the systematic manipulation of evidence in two rape cases in Pamplona, following the European Court of Human Rights' findings of serious irregularities in the investigation, which included the disappearance of critical evidence against the accused, one of whom is related to a police officer.

Norway's largest women's health organization reports a surge in abuse and sexual assault cases among women, coinciding with the upcoming trial of Marius Borg Høiby, who faces numerous charges including rape.