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'Toxic nightmare': Cardinal Pell's views on Pope's rule revealed
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Romania searches 7 homes in influencer Andrew Tate case
Tate faces charges of being part of an organised crime group, human trafficking and rape.
Pope honours divisive Australian Cardinal George Pell
Pell, whose child sex convictions were overturned, died yesterday.
Cardinal George Pell dead at 81 after hip surgery complications
Pell returned to Vatican in 2020, after being acquitted of child sexual abuse convictions.
Internet's 'most hated man' loses bid for freedom in Romania
Andrew Tate has been in remand on charges including rape and organised crime.
Catholic Church in NZ to change how it responds to sexual abuse
Victims had complained to a Royal Commission about the church's handling of allegations.
‘I couldn’t walk anywhere by myself’: The rise of stalking in NZ
'It isn't just an irritation, it's one of the most common precursors to homicide.'
Motel resident claims drunk sex assaults on manager just ‘fun and games’
He ignored the woman's pleas for him to stop and continued to grope her.
Why I married a murderer: Former lawyer on prison love and the battle to clear his name
The man has been jailed for one of the country's most heinous killings.
Romania seizes more cars in Andrew Tate case; court next week
The divisive social media personality is detained on charges of human trafficking, rape.
Why NZ can’t stand powerful women
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From Minnie Dean to the Black Widow: NZ's women who kill
A look back at women who have murdered, manslaughtered and maimed in New Zealand
Sex offender to stay behind bars - Parole Board says 'no progress' since sentencing
A dangerous sex offender has made no progress after more than 10 years behind bars.
‘A predator and a beast’: Man jailed for raping and filming assaults on young girl
'You will always be condemned by your actions and always be known as a paedophile.'
Serial rapist Larry Cant receives 11 additional preventive detention sentences
Two of his five latest victims, all fellow inmates, addressed him in court today.
Doctor found to have inappropriately touched medical students' breasts
Four women said the physician groped them when they were medical students.
Stepdad’s sick excuse for disgusting abuse
Annie Jones bravely reported the abuse that began when she was in year 7.
Jury goes a week with no verdict at Weinstein rape trial
Jurors must decide on rape and five other sexual assault counts against the movie magnate.
Why Brittany Higgins’ ‘kiss’ claim was aired in trial
ACT Chief Justice releases details of why the contested claims were allowed to be heard.
Backstreet Boys' Christmas show axed amid sexual assault claims
Nick Carter has been accused of sexually assaulting four women.
Police cadet stood down over child sexual abuse allegations
A 21-year-old man will face court in Perth’s southeast.
Former Auckland principal guilty of sexually abusing young student
The defendant helped start the Deep Green Bush School in Clevedon.
'Depraved': Family friend jailed for sexually preying on young girl during art lessons
Man branded a 'demon' today by distraught mother.
'Does your husband want a fat wife?': Woman claims doc sexually assaulted her, controlled her diet
He denies mistreating her, saying she was waging a "concerted campaign" against him.
Principal accused of student sex abuse testifies woman who says he confessed was 'out of her mind'
The former Deep Green Bush School co-founder is on trial at Manukau District Court.
Writer who accused Trump of 1990s rape files new lawsuit
E Jean Carroll’s lawyer filed the legal papers after law change extended time limits.
'Well above average' risk paedophile with seven victims avoids preventive detention
Prosecutors had asked that he be held indefinitely given his reoffending risk.
Risk to society: Serial rapist jailed indefinitely following attack on fourth woman
With sexual offences dating back to 1999, he poses a threat to society, judge said.
Man arrested after 'broad daylight' sexual assault in Auckland reserve
A 41-year-old man was charged and is in the Manukau District Court.
Bankrupt builder jailed for raping intoxicated sleeping woman
Jaden Melgren jailed six years, four months for raping a sleeping woman.
Don’t Guess the Yes consent campaign to be rolled out in Auckland
The campaign was first launched in 2018 and is offender-focused.
'Hey Mum, I want to tell you something': The moment a mother's world changed forever
Sarah had no idea her partner, a much-loved family man, was capable of rape.
Scout leader 'father figure' encouraged nudity on camps, court hears
Man faces 26 charges, including 16 of committing an indecent act on a young person.