A former high school teacher from Connecticut has been sentenced to prison for a disturbing sexual relationship with a former student she later hired as a nanny, a case that has shattered professional boundaries.
Portugal's Catholic Church, following a landmark inquiry, will pay millions in compensation to victims of child sexual abuse, marking a pivotal moment for the nation.
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
A 16-year-old boy smirked and laughed as he was sentenced for a vicious assault that left a schoolboy with a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking lack of remorse was condemned in court.
Disgraced Canadian ice hockey coach Bernie Lynch, convicted of sexually assaulting a teenage player, is set for parole. The victim's family speaks out after he sent a shocking Facebook request from behind bars.
Former Bega Cheese CEO Maurice Van Ryn, already jailed for child sex offences, exploited a shocking legal technicality to avoid further conviction for the horrific abuse of a young boy, sparking outrage and calls for urgent law reform.
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales declares judicial independence, stating courts will base decisions on evidence, not political pressure from ministers.
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales announces stricter guidelines for domestic burglaries, emphasising trauma impact and targeting repeat offenders with harsher penalties.
Disgraced tennis coach Geoffery Hollow, 75, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison at Isleworth Crown Court for a campaign of sexual abuse against young female pupils. The court heard how he exploited his trusted position over three decades.
The Archdiocese of St Paul and Minneapolis seeks Chapter 11 protection as it faces over 400 sexual abuse claims while maintaining its operations will continue unaffected.
Wei Jun Soh Lee, a former Gold Coast gymnastics coach, has been handed a life ban by Gymnastics Australia after being convicted of possessing child abuse material. The disgraced coach's crimes have sent shockwaves through the sporting community.
A Florida Catholic priest is facing a lawsuit after an altar boy alleges he was sexually abused for years and told the acts were 'God-approved'. The shocking case reveals a alleged pattern of grooming and manipulation.
The Society of Jesus agrees to a landmark $100 million settlement with over 450 abuse survivors in New Orleans, marking one of the largest clergy abuse payouts in US history.
Merseyside man subjected to two-year reign of terror by abusive partner Chloe Jasminne, who controlled his life, denied him basic hygiene, and forced him to sleep in a garden shed. She has now been handed a suspended sentence.
Simon Thomas, former leader of Sheffield's controversial Nine O'Clock Service, sentenced to 15 years for systematic sexual assaults on vulnerable young women within his congregation.
Legendary singer Gladys Knight has opened up about the emotional and financial abuse she endured from her late husband and son, revealing her painful ordeal in a recent interview.
A babysitter and her boyfriend have been sentenced for the brutal abuse of young children in their care. Read the full story of their crimes and the justice served.
A former Alabama priest, Robert Sullivan, faces explosive allegations of sexual abuse from Heather Jones, who claims the abuse occurred during her childhood. The lawsuit has sent shockwaves through the community.
The New Orleans Catholic Archdiocese has agreed to a multi-million dollar settlement plan for victims of clergy sexual abuse, marking a pivotal moment in the long-running scandal.
A disgraced former headteacher has been sentenced to prison after admitting to sexually abusing young girls over nearly a decade. Read the shocking details of the case.
A depraved predator who tricked a vulnerable schoolgirl into having sex behind curtains has been locked up for his vile actions. Read the shocking details of this disturbing case.
A care worker has been sentenced to prison for grooming and sexually abusing a vulnerable boy at a children's home, exposing systemic failures in safeguarding.
A violent sex offender has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after raping an unconscious woman in a park and leaving her pregnant. The shocking case highlights the dangers of predatory attacks.
A father has been sentenced to prison after raping a woman he met during a night out in Westminster. The shocking crime occurred just hours after their initial encounter.
A depraved rapist who assaulted a woman in Westminster has been sentenced to 15 years behind bars. Read the disturbing details of the case.
A man who used Airbnb to lure and rape a woman in Birmingham has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. The shocking case highlights dangers in short-term rental platforms.
A mother claims her two-year-old child was sexually abused by a man living at a family daycare premises, sparking outrage and calls for stricter safeguarding measures.
Three men have been sentenced to prison for their roles in the Rotherham child sexual exploitation scandal, marking a significant milestone in Operation Stovewood.
A migrant has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a vulnerable teenage girl with special needs. Read the full story for the disturbing details.