Rape

Chapter of oldest US fraternity faces scrutiny over Cornell accusations

A woman alleged members of the fraternity plied her with ketamine, marijuana, rum and beer, and assaulted her in October 2024.

What we know about the Cornell rape investigation

The case has led to fierce debate across the internet and drawn attention to the persistent problem of sexual assault on college campuses.

New York governor urges review of Cornell response to assault case

An unidentified former Cornell student alleged she was drugged at the Chi Phi fraternity house and raped by seven students in 2024.

Prosecutors reopen investigation into alleged gang rape at Cornell University

The lawsuit asserted that the woman was “plied with alcohol and drugs to the point of intoxication” by fraternity members, leaving her unable to consent before she was sexually assaulted.

India’s top court calls for accountability over recent rape cases: Media reports

Sexual violence is a major problem across India, with more than 80 rapes reported to police every day.

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US President Donald Trump (centre, right) and First Lady Melania Trump (right) escorting Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady of China Peng Liyuan on a tour of the National Archives in Washington, DC, on Sept 25.

Jay-Z accuser recants rape allegation against the rapper

FILE PHOTO: Jay-Z poses during the Met Gala, an annual fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute with this year's theme 'Costume Art' in New York City, New York, U.S., May 4, 2026. REUTERS/Daniel Cole/ File Photo

Jay-Z rape accuser says she made ‘false accusations’

The woman had alleged that Jay-Z raped her when she was 13, but now admits there was no truth to any of her claims against him, and that she had never met the US rapper.

India rape cases turn focus back onto women’s safety

College students talking to a police officer during a solidarity march in New Delhi on Sept 23.

French court confirms rape trial for PSG and Morocco star Achraf Hakimi

In February 2023, a woman then aged 24 told French police that Hakimi had raped her. Hakimi has repeatedly denied the accusation.

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