Tag: Consent
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French Court Upholds 10-Year Term for Man in Gisele Pelicot Rape Case
Overview of the Ruling A French appeals court has upheld a 10-year prison term for Husamettin Dogan, increasing the original nine-year sentence in the case involving Gisele Pelicot. The decision, announced by presiding judge Christian Pasta, also includes five years of mandatory treatment following the prison term. Context of the Case The proceedings are part…
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French Court Hikes Jail Term in Gisele Pelicot Rape Case
France Hikes Prison Term in High-Profile Rape Case A French appeals court has increased the prison sentence for Husamettin Dogan to 10 years for raping Gisele Pelicot, amplifying the original nine-year term. The ruling, handed down by a panel led by presiding judge Christian Pasta in the southern city of Nimes, underscores the ongoing urgency…
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Nathalie Matthews Charged Over Alleged Sharing of Intimate Images: What We Know
Overview Australian police have charged Nathalie Matthews, 38, with several offences related to the alleged non-consensual sharing of intimate images. The charges stem from events surrounding an ongoing civil apprehended violence order (AVO) and follow her arrival in Sydney after a flight from Dubai. Ms Matthews is a public figure linked to former Independent MP…
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From Burning Man to Coachella: The Festival Sex Secrets Revealed
The Big Picture: Festival Sex by the Numbers Music festivals promise unforgettable moments, and a new ZipHealth study sheds light on how intimate experiences unfold beyond the main stages. Surveying more than 1,000 attendees from the United States and the United Kingdom, the research explores sexual encounters, preferences, and risk perceptions in the festival environment.…
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Biobanks: The New Tools for Large-Scale Medical Research
What is a biobank? A biobank is a carefully organized repository that combines biological samples—such as blood, saliva, or urine—with health, lifestyle, and demographic information about donors. In medical research, these biobanks make it possible to study diseases across thousands or even millions of individuals, identify risk factors, and track how conditions progress over time.…
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Understanding Website Cookies and Consent
What are website cookies and why they matter Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device when they visit a website. They help remember preferences, keep users logged in, track session activity, and tailor content. While cookies can enhance convenience and performance, they also raise privacy considerations because they can collect data about…
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Surveillance Case Involving Over 80 Women in Oslo
Overview of the Case A man in his late 20s has been charged with sexual misconduct and other indecent behavior for filming more than 80 women without their consent at various nightclubs in Oslo. This disturbing case has raised significant concerns about privacy and consent, sparking widespread discussions about the legal implications and societal norms…