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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sexualized Violence: Fahri Yardım comments on allegations against Ulmen

Fahri Yardım has finally spoken out regarding the serious allegations made by Collien Fernandes against her ex-husband Christian Ulmen, who is accused of creating fake social media accounts and sending explicit content without her consent.

Mar 23 • 06:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

María Eugenia Prendes, prosecutor: “I advocate for preserving the identity of victims of sexual violence”

María Eugenia Prendes emphasizes the importance of confidentiality for sexual violence victims while acknowledging the flaws in the system.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Group seeks justice for Delta sexually assaulted women

A women's organization in Nigeria is advocating for justice for victims of sexual assault during a festival in Delta State.

Mar 23 • 00:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lieutenant Colonel Suspected of Killing His Wife is Accused of Sexual Harassment by Police Woman

A police officer has accused Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Neto, who is already on trial for the femicide of his wife Gisele Alves Santana, of sexual harassment.

Mar 22 • 23:33 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"I can be a JK!" The hope shattered by sexual violence: The school responds to parents demanding punishment for the perpetrators

A mother reflects on the drastic change in her daughter's behavior after she suffered sexual violence at the hands of a classmate, highlighting the challenges of addressing sexual harassment in schools.

Mar 22 • 23:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Germany: Protest Against Digital Sexual Violence

Approximately 10,000 people demonstrated in Berlin against sexual violence in the digital space, criticizing Germany's legislative framework for its "structural deficiencies" and legal gaps.

Mar 22 • 21:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

The Collien Fernandes Case: Thousands Take a Stand Against Sexual Violence in Berlin

Thousands gathered in Berlin to protest against sexualized violence and express solidarity with Collien Fernandes, criticizing political inaction.

Mar 22 • 19:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

WIMBIZ condemns sexual assault at Delta festival, pushes for gender bill

Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) has condemned the sexual assaults during a festival in Delta State, calling for urgent reforms to protect women's rights.

Mar 22 • 14:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sexual Violence on the Internet: Why Is Nothing Legally Possible Against Deepfakes (Yet)?

The article examines the legal shortcomings in Germany regarding the use of sexually explicit deepfakes, highlighting a case involving actress Collien Fernandes.

Mar 22 • 11:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The obscene list of those to be raped

Students at a private school in São Paulo circulated a list ranking girls by their perceived 'rapability' on WhatsApp, sparking outrage and leading to punishments for those involved.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Why NAPTIP didn’t detect ‘rape festival’ in Delta earlier — Agency

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons in Nigeria stated it was unaware of reported sexual assaults at a festival in Delta State due to the lack of an operational office in the state.

Mar 22 • 10:43 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

All the Accounts That Threatened Her Were Him: The Full Scope of Sexual Violence Revealed Through Investigation

An investigation reveals that a teenage girl was threatened with the dissemination of her sexual images by her former boyfriend, who had created multiple accounts to harass her on social media.

Mar 21 • 23:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Instagram Call: Collien Fernandes Advocates for Demonstration Against Sexual Violence

Collien Fernandes, a German actress and presenter, is promoting a demonstration in Berlin against sexual violence following her personal experiences shared on social media.

Mar 21 • 17:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

"Let's stay loud": Collien Fernandes thanks for support

Actress Collien Fernandes expresses her gratitude for the overwhelming support she has received after making serious allegations against her ex-husband, Christian Ulmen, emphasizing the need to speak out against sexual violence.

Mar 21 • 10:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NAPTIP condemns Delta festival assaults, backs arrest of suspects

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has condemned the sexual assaults of women during a festival in Delta State, Nigeria, and supports the arrest of the perpetrators.

Mar 21 • 08:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Delta community leaders deny rape claims, admit harassment at festival

Leaders of a Delta State community have rejected rape allegations from a recent festival, acknowledging some misconduct while asserting that claims of widespread sexual violence are exaggerated.

Mar 20 • 22:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested for raping stepdaughter in Coronel Fabriciano: 'He took advantage of cohabitation and authority,' says police

A man was arrested in Coronel Fabriciano, Brazil, for allegedly sexually abusing his 15-year-old stepdaughter over a period of four years.

Mar 20 • 22:22 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Delta Police PRO under fire over sexual comment to activist Rinu

The Delta State Police PRO, Bright Edafe, faces backlash for making a sexually suggestive comment to activist Rinu Oduala amid a national outcry over recent violent incidents against women.

Mar 20 • 17:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Delegate sees 'collective victory' in the arrest of a retired judge convicted of raping his own granddaughter in Manaus

Police delegate Joyce Coelho hailed the arrest of retired judge Rafael de Araújo Romano for sexually abusing his granddaughter as a significant victory against sexual violence.

Mar 20 • 15:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Deepnudes and Deepfakes: 'This is about a targeted dehumanization'

The article discusses Collien Fernandes's experiences with digital sexual violence, particularly through manipulated nude photos and deepfake technology.

Mar 20 • 14:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

District of Freising: Help for Domestic Violence Remains Secured

Freising district has secured continued funding for its women's shelter and counseling services for victims of domestic and sexual violence amid upcoming changes in state responsibility.

Mar 20 • 14:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Police Statistics for 2025: Huge Increase in Sexual Violence – and Almost Three Times as Many Murders

The 2025 crime statistics for Munich show a slight decrease in overall crime, but a significant increase in sexual violence and homicides.

Mar 20 • 13:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

In temporary release, man assaults, rapes, and holds ex-girlfriend in private captivity in the DF

A man was arrested for violently assaulting and raping his ex-girlfriend while holding her captive during a temporary prison release in Brazil.

Mar 20 • 10:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Possession of Such Image Material Will Be Punished From Now On - Legal Amendments Coming Into Force Soon

Finland's Ministry of Justice announces new legal amendments that criminalize the possession of violent and child sexual abuse imagery, set to take effect in April.

Mar 20 • 10:42 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Chaplin would have also made a good porn actor or the sexual life of the 'wild eagle' and despot

The article discusses the darker aspects of Charlie Chaplin's life, revealing his multiple marriages filled with violence and infidelity, as well as his notorious sexual history.

Mar 19 • 22:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Court orders the arrest of retired judge convicted of raping his own granddaughter in AM

The Amazonas court has ordered the arrest of retired judge Rafael de Araújo Romano after he was sentenced to 47 years for sexually abusing his granddaughter.

Mar 19 • 21:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Malluka's message to pedophiles: my recommendation is that you kill yourself then

Estonian blogger Mallukas has launched a website listing convicted pedophiles and abusers, sparking criticism from legal authorities over its potential implications.

Mar 19 • 18:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

69-year-old man arrested on suspicion of raping domestic worker for a year in BA; victim is pregnant with twins

A 69-year-old man has been arrested in Brazil on suspicion of sexually assaulting his domestic worker for a year, and the victim is now pregnant with twins, potentially fathered by him.

Mar 19 • 18:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Coronation Street rapist dies in prison as victims speak out

Serial rapist Andrew Davies, known as 'The Coronation Street Rapist', has died in prison after a lifetime of brutal crimes against women across northern England.

Mar 19 • 18:05 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Epstein Case: Former Models Demand Investigation into Ex-Leader of Elite Agency

Fifteen former models have requested a French investigation into Gérald Marie, the ex-head of the Elite modeling agency, connected to Jeffrey Epstein and allegations of sexual violence in the modeling industry.

Mar 19 • 17:28 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Aftenposten's commentator: The myths could not go unchallenged

The ongoing trial against Marius Borg Høiby has seen defense lawyers attempting to undermine the credibility of the victims, raising significant ethical concerns.

Mar 19 • 14:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

St Patrick’s Day float referencing Epstein files draws condemnation in Ireland

A controversial St Patrick's Day float in Ireland that referenced Epstein files and depicted sexual assault drew widespread condemnation from charity groups and politicians.

Mar 19 • 12:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Redefining scars from sexual crimes as 'survivor's badges'

The drama 'Honor: Their Court' confronts the reality of sexual exploitation cases disguised as prostitution, illustrating the struggles of victims against societal stigma.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Prosecution detains and indicts the head of the disabled facility on charges of sexual violence against disabled individuals

The head of a facility for the severely disabled in South Korea has been arrested and indicted for sexually abusing residents over a decade.

Mar 19 • 08:24 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Perth basketballer jailed for raping woman after night out

Roosevelt Williams Jr., a semi-professional basketball player, has been sentenced to three years and two months in prison for raping a friend after a night out in Perth.

Mar 18 • 21:12 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Women refuse to be silent about what they have been subjected to. We owe it to them to listen

Ukrainian filmmaker Alisa Kovalenko presents her new documentary 'Traces' at CPH:DOX, focusing on women who recount experiences of sexual violence as a weapon of war during the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Mar 18 • 20:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Patrick Bruel targeted by at least two complaints of sexual violence

French singer and actor Patrick Bruel is facing at least two complaints of sexual violence, including one for sexual assault and attempted rape.

Mar 18 • 18:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Man who 'drove wife to suicide' strangled her with belt, court hears

Christopher Trybus is on trial for allegedly causing the suicide of his wife through extensive manipulation and sexual violence.

Mar 18 • 18:02 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Demands over 1.9 million from Høiby

Marius Borg Høiby is facing demands for over 1.9 million kroner in compensation from six plaintiffs as the court proceedings unfold.

Mar 18 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of sexual harassment against 18-year-old neighbor detained in PI

A man named Carlos Alexandre was detained on suspicion of sexual harassment against an 18-year-old neighbor in José de Freitas, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 15:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police arrest former president of spiritual center convicted of sexual abuse of followers

A former president of a spiritual center in Brazil has been arrested after being convicted of sexual abuse against his followers.

Mar 18 • 15:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Rape: Prosecutors seek seven-year jail term for Norway princess’ son

Prosecutors in Norway are seeking a seven-year prison sentence for Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, after he was charged with raping four women.

Mar 18 • 12:43 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Arrested self-proclaimed hypnosis specialist accused of sexual harassment

A self-proclaimed hypnosis specialist, Andris Medians, has been arrested in Latvia for allegedly committing sexual violence against female clients while offering treatment for various addictions.

Mar 18 • 11:51 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Couple Abuse on Minors: Even Photos of Nephews in Chat

A journalist and his partner were arrested in Rome for sexual violence against minors and possession of child pornography, leading to concerns about the safety of their own children.

Mar 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

- Modus for sex with unconscious women

The article discusses updates on the ongoing trial of Marius Borg Høiby, who is accused of multiple counts of rape, specifically focusing on the allegations made by a victim identified as the Skaugum woman.

Mar 18 • 09:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Charge: Jasmin Voutilainen became a victim of shocking crimes the day before her death – 31-year-old man before the court

A 31-year-old man is facing trial in Helsinki for the attempted rape and assault of actress Jasmin Voutilainen, who took her own life the day after the alleged crimes.

Mar 18 • 06:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Caroline Darian: "I know my father raped me. I am the forgotten one in the Dominique Pelicot case"

Caroline Darian discusses her traumatic experience and her efforts to raise awareness about sexual violence through her new book and foundation.

Mar 17 • 23:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The artist brutally addresses sexual violence in her performance: takes anesthetic drops and falls unconscious

Carolina Bianchi's performance challenges both herself and the audience by addressing violence against women through a radical act of taking anesthetic drops and falling unconscious on stage.

Mar 17 • 18:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The judge rejects the complainant's request to prohibit the former chief of the National Police from communicating with her

A judge has denied a request to prohibit José Ángel González, former deputy operational director of the National Police, from contacting the inspector who has accused him of rape.

Mar 17 • 13:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Seven arrested from a family clan for beating and sexually assaulting a woman with a stick in Paterna (Valencia)

Seven members of a family clan have been arrested for violently assaulting and sexually assaulting a 40-year-old woman in her home in Paterna, Valencia.

Mar 17 • 11:07 UTC

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