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Man from high-profile family guilty of digital rape

A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been convicted of digitally raping a woman in his home after pretending to be her boyfriend. The jury reached its verdict after less than two days.

Ex-Soldier Jailed in Landmark Rape Case

A former soldier has been imprisoned for rape after faking a $700 bank transfer to a sex worker, marking the first conviction under NSW's new consent laws. Read the full story.

Renshaw Backs Khawaja as Australia's Best Batter

Queensland's Matt Renshaw declares Usman Khawaja one of Australia's greatest batters, backing him to retain his Test spot despite back spasms and form concerns. Read the full analysis.

Rape Reports in Scotland Rise 11% to Over 3,000

Official figures reveal a rape or attempted rape is reported every three hours in Scotland, with a 25% surge over four years. Discover the full impact on public safety and the justice system.

Wrong address shootings test 'stand your ground' laws

A series of tragic shootings in the US, where individuals mistakenly went to the wrong property, are testing the limits of controversial 'stand your ground' laws. Explore the legal and human impact.

Police Scotland: Rapists Always Recorded as Male

Police Scotland Chief Constable Jo Farrell pledges clarity on gender recording: rapists will always be recorded as male while addressing custody treatment concerns. Read the full policy shift.

Scotland's NHS in catastrophic crisis

Scotland's NHS faces a devastating triple-threat as emergency department waiting times hit unprecedented levels, hundreds of operations face cancellation, and chronic bed-blocking cripples hospital capacity across the nation.

Labuschagne century boosts Ashes selection hopes

Marnus Labuschagne smashed a brilliant century for Queensland against NSW, sending a powerful message to Australian selectors ahead of the Ashes series with a masterclass in batting technique and temperament.

Olympian's secret rape conviction exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals how a Dutch volleyball Olympian competed in Tokyo 2021 despite serving time for raping a 12-year-old British girl in Milton Keynes.

New Laws: Tenants Can Sue Landlords Over Mould

Groundbreaking legislation gives tenants unprecedented power to sue landlords over hazardous living conditions including damp, mould and cold homes. Discover your new rights.

Man arrested after Westminster daylight rape near Parliament

A man has been arrested following a horrific daylight rape in Westminster, just minutes from the Houses of Parliament. The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses after the shocking assault occurred near the Tate Britain gallery.

First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court

Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.

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