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Ghislaine Maxwell
The latest news and top stories on Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted sex trafficker. Known for her prominent socialite status and association with Jeffrey Epstein, she was a key figure in his sex trafficking operation. As the daughter of media mogul Robert Maxwell, she navigated elite circles. Her responsibilities included recruiting and grooming underage girls for Epstein. Convicted in 2021, she received a 20-year sentence in 2022 for her role in the conspiracy, reflecting her significant involvement in the abuse.
Peter Mandelson. Photo: BBC via Reuters
Peter Mandelson

Former UK ambassador apologises to Epstein victims - but not for ties

Peter Mandelson speaks about losing his job over his relationship with the disgraced paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Sexual harassment and assault

Trump’s Justice Department says may have found a million more Epstein files

Donald Trump

Trump flew on Epstein jet 8 times in the 1990s, according to prosecutor email

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United States

‘Untrue’: US releases thousands of new Epstein-linked documents

The Justice Department, which has posted around 30,000 more pages, said some ⁠contained ‘untrue and sensationalist’ claims against President Trump.

This photo released by the US Department of Justice shows a desk with a drawer open and photographs, documented in 2019, during a search of Jeffrey Epstein’s home in New York. Photo: US Department of Justice via AP
Jeffrey Epstein

Schumer urges US Senate legal action over staggered Epstein files release

Senate minority leader called the incremental and heavily redacted release of records ‘a blatant cover-up’.

United States

US Justice Department denies cover-up as Trump photo restored to Epstein files

Officials backtrack on removing an image showing several photos including the US president with women after omission comes under scrutiny.

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Sexual harassment and assault

At least 16 files gone from Epstein release site, including 1 with Trump photo

The missing documents were originally available but no longer accessible a day later, with no reason given.

The releases so far have been heavy on images of Jeffrey Epstein’s homes in New York and the US Virgin Islands, with some photos of celebrities and politicians. Photo: AFP
Sexual harassment and assault

Epstein victims angry over gaps and censorship in long-awaited file release

Survivors wonder if the redactions and blackouts are there to protect them or the ‘elite men’ who associated with the sex offender.

Sexual harassment and assault

Epstein files release highlights Clinton, makes scant reference to Trump

Few photos of the US president or documents mentioning him appear, a notable difference from previous batches of files made public.

United States

Trump Justice Department releases partial set of Epstein files for now

US official says more of the long-awaited documents will follow in coming months, citing legal limits to protect victims and investigations.

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A protester holds a sign related to the release of the Jeffrey Epstein case files outside the US Capitol last month. Photo: AFP
Sexual harassment and assault

New Epstein photos show Lolita quotes written on woman’s foot and body

Another set of images from the disgraced US financier’s estate has been made public, as the deadline for release of the Epstein files looms.

A photo of a foot with a quote from Vladimir Nabokov’s “Lolita” written on it was among the images released by Democratic lawmakers on Thursday. Photo: House Oversight Democrats via AFP
United States

Trump, Clinton and ex-prince Andrew seen in new photos from Epstein’s estate

Larry Summers and Bill Gates also appear, as well as sex toys, and a condom emblazoned with both Trump’s image and the phrase ‘I’M HUUUGE!’.

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United States

Epstein files to be unsealed under new Trump-signed law

The transcripts to be unsealed could reveal new details in the sex trafficking case and Ghislaine Maxwell’s role.

United States

Judge approves release of Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case records

The ruling follows Trump signing the Epstein Files Transparency Act, requiring the Justice Department make records public by December 19.

Jeffrey Epstein (left) is pictured with Ghislaine Maxwell in an undated picture. Photo: TNS
Sexual harassment and assault

US judge orders release of grand jury transcripts in Epstein case

Trump has signed a bill requiring release of all government records involving the convicted sex offender.

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A protester holds a sign calling for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein case files outside the US Capitol in November. Photo: TNS
Crime

US Justice Department renews bid to unseal Epstein grand jury materials

Justice Department says a new law - signed by Trump - supersedes prior rulings to keep the highly anticipated transcripts sealed.

Donald Trump

AI fake audio clip of Trump ‘not releasing’ Epstein files goes viral

A synthetic Trump voice was heard screaming, ‘not releasing the Epstein files’ in the widely circulated, yet, bogus clip.

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Donald Trump

White House defends Trump calling a female reporter ‘piggy’

White House press secretary said Trump ‘gets frustrated with reporters who spread false information’.

US President Donald Trump speaks to members of the press aboard Air Force One on November 14. Photo: AFP
Sexual harassment and assault

Trump signs Epstein files bill, setting 30-day clock for public release

Justice Department to release unclassified Epstein-related material after the US president spent months trying to block it.

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Donald Trump

US Congress approves release of Epstein files, sending bill to Trump

Measure passes with near-unanimous support after Trump ended his opposition, clearing the way for disclosure of unclassified records.

United States

Ex-US Treasury chief stepping back from public roles over Epstein emails

Larry Summers says he needs to ‘rebuild trust’ after correspondence with sex offender Epstein was revealed in files released by Congress.

Former US Treasury secretary Larry Summers in 2024. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

US House pushes forward on Epstein files vote after Trump reversal

The House of Representatives looks all but certain to vote on one of modern America’s most notorious case files.

A billboard in New York’s Times Square about the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Photo: AFP
Jeffrey Epstein

In reversal, Trump says House should vote to release the Epstein files

The president’s shift follows a fierce fight within the Republican Party over the files, including an increasingly nasty split with Marjorie Taylor Greene.

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United States

Epstein alleged Trump ‘knew about the girls’ in emails released by Democrats

The convicted sex offender said in a message to Ghislaine Maxwell that Trump had ‘spent hours’ with one of the victims at his house.

Crime

Trump opens door to pardon for Maxwell, says Diddy asked for one

US president’s comments follows music mogul’s four-year sentence and the Supreme Court’s rejection of Maxwell’s sex-trafficking appeal.

Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. File photo: SDNY via TNS
United States

Supreme Court declines to hear Maxwell appeal in Epstein sex trafficking case

Court upholds Ghislaine Maxwell’s conviction in Epstein sex trafficking case, igniting political controversy over cover-up claims.

An undated trial evidence image obtained in December 2021 shows British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell and US financier Jeffrey Epstein. Photo: US District Court for the Southern District of New York/AFP
Britain

UK PM Starmer defends self over Epstein links of ex-diplomat Mandelson

Starmer said he would not have appointed Mandelson as US envoy had he known the extent of the envoy’s relationship with the sex offender.

Trump administration

Ex-federal prosecutor Maurene Comey sues Trump administration over firing

Lawyers for Comey, who was fired in July, say she was let go because her father is a long-time Trump adversary.

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