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In a high-profile New York trial, Jessica Mann testified that Harvey Weinstein ignored her pleas and treated her as if she owned her body, describing the assault in vivid terms as the case proceeds.
Gisèle Pelicot describes nearly a decade of being drugged and raped by her husband and other men, choosing to waive anonymity and publicly face the trial of her husband and 50 co-defendants in France, turning her story into a global symbol for survivors and feminism. In a new memoir, A Hymn to Life: Shame Has to Change Sides, she details the long recovery, impact on her family, and her resolve to help others while considering a future meeting with her ex-husband in prison for answers.
In Oslo, Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, tearfully began testifying in a high-profile rape case in which he faces four rape charges among 38 counts. The first alleged victim testified she believed she had been drugged after an after-party at his parents’ basement in 2018, and police showed videos she says depicted him assaulting her after a brief consensual encounter. Høiby denies the rape allegations, saying the interactions were consensual and that he has struggled with validation and media scrutiny. Media are barred from identifying victims or showing photos of him, and he had been briefly remanded after a separate assault-with-a-knife arrest in August 2024 before appearing to testify. The trial coincides with renewed scrutiny of the royal family following Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s involvement in Epstein-related messages.
The Crown Princess of Norway, Mette-Marit, faces renewed scrutiny as her stepson, Marius Borg Høiby, is arrested on suspicion of assault and is remanded in custody ahead of an Oslo rape trial on 38 charges, including four counts of rape. The case marks his fourth detention in 18 months and comes amid broader controversy over the princess’s past links to Jeffrey Epstein and questions about the royal household’s handling of the situation.
Gisèle Pelicot's case, where she was drugged and raped by her husband's accomplices, has sparked a national debate in France about sexual violence and societal attitudes, leading to increased awareness and reporting, but significant legal and cultural changes remain slow and challenging.
French actor Gérard Depardieu will face trial for alleged 2018 rape of Charlotte Arnould, marking a significant moment in France's #MeToo movement amid numerous allegations and public debate over justice and industry culture.
Gérard Depardieu has been ordered to stand trial over allegations of raping actress Charlotte Arnould in 2018, marking a significant legal development amid multiple accusations of sexual misconduct against him in France. The case highlights ongoing issues of sexual violence in the entertainment industry and the evolving legal and cultural response to such allegations in France.
French actor Gérard Depardieu is set to face a criminal court trial on charges of rape brought by actress Charlotte Arnould, stemming from incidents in 2018. This follows a previous conviction for sexual assault in 2021 and is part of numerous allegations against him over the years. Depardieu denies all accusations.
In Avignon, France, prosecutors are seeking the maximum 20-year sentence for Dominique Pelicot, who drugged and allowed dozens of men to rape his unconscious wife, Gisèle Pelicot, over nearly a decade. The trial involves 51 defendants, with Pelicot's courage making her a symbol against sexual violence. Prosecutors are detailing the crimes and seeking severe penalties for the co-defendants, while the public shows strong support for Gisèle Pelicot, who has become an icon for feminism and justice.
Gisele Pelicot's public rape trial against her ex-husband Dominique Pelicot and 50 other men has sparked widespread debate and protests in France, highlighting issues of violence against women and the need for legal reform. Pelicot, who suffered around 200 instances of rape, has become a feminist icon, advocating for a shift in societal shame and legal definitions of rape. The trial, which has drawn significant public attention, is expected to conclude with a verdict by December, potentially influencing future legal standards regarding consent in France.
In a French rape trial, the sons of Gisèle Pelicot testified about the profound impact the crime has had on their family, describing them as 'devastated.' The trial highlights the emotional toll on victims' families in legal proceedings.
The mass rape trial in France, known as the Affaire Mazan, is nearing its conclusion with closing statements underway. Dominique Pelicot and 50 other men are accused of raping his wife, Gisèle Pelicot, while she was drugged and unconscious. The case has sparked national debate on the legal definition of rape, focusing on consent, and highlighted issues of chemical submission. Gisèle Pelicot waived her anonymity to bring attention to the case, inspiring public support and calls for legal reform.
Roman Polanski, currently on trial in France for sexual assault claims, is facing a trial in the United States next year over allegations of raping a minor in 1973. The 90-year-old director, a longtime fugitive from American justice, received papers at his Paris home for the upcoming trial. The plaintiff's lawyer revealed the trial date as August 4, 2025, and stated their intention to depose Polanski. This comes amidst a lawsuit filed by a woman who alleges Polanski raped her at his L.A. home in 1973, causing her "tremendous physical and emotional pain and suffering." Polanski has denied the allegations, except for the case involving Samantha Geimer, for which he was convicted in 1978.
Christian Brueckner, the convicted pedophile accused of murdering Madeline McCann, appeared in a German court for unrelated rape and sexual assault charges, but his trial was postponed after his defense attorney exposed a court clerk's "radical" social media posts. The attorney argued that the clerk's bias made her unsuitable as a lay judge, leading to her removal from the panel. Brueckner's lawyer also expressed concerns about his client's solitary confinement and emphasized that the current charges are unrelated to the McCann case.
Former Brazilian footballer Dani Alves denies raping a woman in a Barcelona nightclub, claiming the encounter was consensual. The woman alleges that Alves lured her into a VIP section toilet and forced her to have sex. The trial includes testimonies from Alves, the alleged victim, and witnesses, as well as psychological evaluations. Prosecutors are seeking a nine-year jail term and financial compensation for the woman. A verdict is expected in several weeks.