Dominique Pelicot, convicted of rape and orchestrating a decade-long campaign of abuse against his ex-wife Gisèle Pelicot, has decided not to appeal his 20-year prison sentence in order to spare her further trauma. Seventeen of the 50 other men found guilty in the case have chosen to appeal their sentences. Gisèle Pelicot’s bravery in speaking out against her abusers has sparked a national conversation about rape culture in France.
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Fans pack Federation Square for free Robbie Williams gig
Pop superstar Robbie Williams performed a free concert at Federation Square in Melbourne, expressing his love for the city and promoting his new biopic, Better Man. Premier Jacinta Allan announced the surprise performance just 24 hours before the show, which attracted thousands of adoring fans. The film, which received funding from the state and federal governments, tells the story of Williams' challenges and triumphs, with the singer being handed the keys to Melbourne during the...
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