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Harvey Weinstein appearing in court in New York (Curtis Means/Pool Photo via AP)

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Harvey Weinstein considering guilty plea on unresolved rape charge, judge says

Harvey Weinstein is considering a potential guilty plea to resolve an undecided rape charge and avoid going to trial for a third time in New York, a judge has said.

A judge in Harvey Weinstein’s sex assaults trial has declared a mistrial on one charge after issues among the jury (Christian Monterrosa/Pool Photo via AP)

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Weinstein case judge declares mistrial on remaining rape charge amid jury issues

Harvey Weinstein appears in state court in Manhattan, New York for his retrial (Yuki Iwamura/AP)

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Foreperson’s complaints signal divided jury in Harvey Weinstein’s retrial

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Jury resumes deliberations in Harvey Weinstein sex crimes retrial

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Jury deliberations begin in Harvey Weinstein’s sex crimes retrial

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Harvey Weinstein does not plan to testify at sex crimes retrial

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Accuser gestures at Harvey Weinstein in courtroom confrontation

A key witness stared down Harvey Weinstein and pointed sharply at him as she left court in tears, marking one of the most heated moments of the former studio boss’ sex crimes retrial.

Tue, 20 May, 2025

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Weinstein’s office kept list of female ‘friends of Harvey’, ex-aide tells trial

Harvey Weinstein’s assistants kept a list of female “friends of Harvey” to invite to events and sometimes considered them a special category for guest lists, an ex-aide has said at the former film mogul’s sex crimes retrial.

Thu, 15 May, 2025

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Ex-model testifying in Weinstein sex trial questioned about private journal

As one of Weinstein’s lawyers began to question her about the handwritten journal, Kaja Sokola protested that it should not be discussed in open court as she had written it as part of a substance abuse treatment programme years ago

Tue, 13 May, 2025

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Defence questions ex-model who accuses Harvey Weinstein of sex assaults

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers have sought to raise doubts about a former model’s sexual assault allegations against him, noting that she did not mention a key claim for years, even in her own lawsuits.

Fri, 09 May, 2025

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Former model gives evidence in Harvey Weinstein’s retrial

Days into Harvey Weinstein’s first sexual assault trial in 2020, prosecutors privately spoke for the first time with a former model who alleged that he had forced oral sex on her. But that jury was never told about Kaja Sokola’s claim.

Wed, 07 May, 2025

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Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers question accuser Miriam Haley at #MeToo retrial

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers got their turn to question a woman who alleges the one-time Hollywood heavyweight held her down on a bed and forced oral sex on her nearly two decades ago.

Thu, 01 May, 2025

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First accuser gives evidence in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial

The first of three accusers expected to give evidence at Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial has entered the witness box, reprising her testimony from his first trial five years ago.

Tue, 29 Apr, 2025

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Weinstein accuser had ‘zero interest’ in sex with him, friend testifies

Friends of one of Harvey Weinstein’s accusers described the woman as “distraught” when she told them of her alleged sexual assault at the hands of the Hollywood heavyweight, a court has heard.

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

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Jury selected in Harvey Weinstein’s New York retrial

A jury of seven women and five men has been picked for Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial. It is a more female panel than the five women and seven men who convicted the onetime Hollywood honcho at his first trial five years ago.

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

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Dozens more possible jurors screened in Harvey Weinstein retrial

Dozens more people are undergoing screening as potential jurors for Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape retrial. The panel started taking shape on Wednesday, when five women and four men were picked for the redo of the landmark #MeToo-era trial.

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

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No jurors picked on first day of Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial

Some prospective jurors in Harvey Weinstein’s New York City rape retrial have made clear they could not be fair in judging the Hollywood mogul-turned-pariah.

Tue, 15 Apr, 2025

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Jury selection to start in retrial of Harvey Weinstein

The last time a New York City panel sat in judgment of Weinstein, the ex-movie studio boss was convicted of rape and sentenced to 23 years in prison

Tue, 15 Apr, 2025

Ailing Harvey Weinstein begs for earlier retrial after judge sets April 15 date

Ailing Harvey Weinstein begs for earlier retrial after judge sets April 15 date

Harvey Weinstein begged a judge on Wednesday to hold his sexual assault retrial as soon as possible, telling him “I don’t know how much longer I can hold on” with cancer, heart issues and harsh conditions at New York City’s Rikers Island jail ...

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

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Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after ‘alarming blood test,’ lawyer says

Harvey Weinstein was hospitalised Monday following an “alarming blood test,” his lawyer said, less than a week after the disgraced movie mogul filed a legal claim alleging substandard medical care at New York City’s notorious jail complex Rikers ...

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

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Harvey Weinstein in legal claim over medical care and hygiene in jail

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City, alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at the notorious Rikers Island jail complex.

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

Harvey Weinstein’s sex crimes retrial moved to next year

Harvey Weinstein’s sex crimes retrial moved to next year

Harvey Weinstein ’s retrial on sex crimes charges in Manhattan will not start until at least next year, and his lawyers plan to hire a private investigator to look into a new allegation against the movie mogul that will now be part of the case.

Wed, 23 Oct, 2024

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Harvey Weinstein ‘diagnosed with rare cancer’

The 72-year-old, who is awaiting retrial in New York on rape and sexual assault charges stemming from his landmark #MeToo case, is receiving treatment in the city’s Rikers Island prison complex, according to reports

Tue, 22 Oct, 2024

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Shamed movie producer Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sex assault charge

Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to a new sex crime charge in New York, as he awaits retrial in his landmark #MeToo case.

Wed, 18 Sep, 2024

Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial

Weinstein indicted on additional sex crimes charges ahead of New York retrial

Disgraced ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been indicted on additional sex crimes charges in New York ahead of a retrial in his landmark #MeToo case, Manhattan prosecutors said at a court hearing.

Thu, 12 Sep, 2024

Harvey Weinstein taken to hospital for emergency heart surgery

Harvey Weinstein taken to hospital for emergency heart surgery

The 72-year-old was taken to the hospital from the Rikers Island jail in New York, where he is being held in custody

Mon, 09 Sep, 2024

Harvey Weinstein to remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial

Harvey Weinstein to remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial

Harvey Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in Manhattan, prosecutors have confirmed.

Mon, 19 Aug, 2024

Harvey Weinstein in hospital with Covid-19 and pneumonia

Harvey Weinstein in hospital with Covid-19 and pneumonia

Former film mogul Harvey Weinstein has been transferred from a New York City jail to a hospital to undergo treatment for a variety of health problems including Covid-19 and pneumonia in both lungs, his representatives said.

Fri, 26 Jul, 2024

Harvey Weinstein in hospital with Covid-19 and pneumonia

Harvey Weinstein in hospital with Covid-19 and pneumonia

Former film mogul Harvey Weinstein has been transferred from a New York City jail to a hospital to undergo treatment for a variety of health problems including Covid-19 and pneumonia in both lungs, his representatives said.

Fri, 26 Jul, 2024

Weinstein to face retrial in November and further sexual assault charges

Weinstein to face retrial in November and further sexual assault charges

Manhattan prosecutors told a judge on Tuesday they are anticipating a November retrial for Harvey Weinstein as they intend to bring new sexual assault charges against the disgraced media mogul.

Tue, 09 Jul, 2024

Weinstein may face new charges, New York prosecutors say

Weinstein may face new charges, New York prosecutors say

Manhattan prosecutors told a judge that they are evaluating new claims of sexual misconduct made against Harvey Weinstein.

Wed, 29 May, 2024

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Prosecutors accuse Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer of violating conduct rules

Prosecutors in New York have accused Harvey Weinstein’s lead defence lawyer of making public statements intended to intimidate a potential witness ahead of the fallen movie mogul’s retrial and asked a judge to take action.

Sat, 25 May, 2024

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Senate passes bill to tighten law used to overturn Harvey Weinstein conviction

The New York state senate on Wednesday passed a bill to explicitly allow evidence of prior sexual offences in sex crimes cases, a move to change the legal standard Harvey Weinstein used to overturn his rape conviction.

Thu, 23 May, 2024

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Senate passes bill to tighten law Harvey Weinstein used to toss rape conviction

The New York state senate on Wednesday passed a bill to explicitly allow evidence of prior sexual offences in sex crimes cases, a move to change the legal standard Harvey Weinstein used to overturn his rape conviction.

Wed, 22 May, 2024

Harvey Weinstein back in New York court following hospital stay

Harvey Weinstein back in New York court following hospital stay

Harvey Weinstein was expected in a New York City courtroom on Thursday as authorities consider California’s extradition request to serve his pending sentence for a 2022 rape conviction in Los Angeles.

Thu, 09 May, 2024

Harvey Weinstein appears in court after New York rape conviction overturned

Harvey Weinstein appears in court after New York rape conviction overturned

Prosecutors asked for a September retrial for Harvey Weinstein during a hearing at a Manhattan court on Wednesday, the disgraced movie mogul’s first appearance since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned by an appeals court last week.

Wed, 01 May, 2024

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Harvey Weinstein taken to hospital following his return to New York from jail

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer said that the former movie mogul has been taken to hospital for tests after his return to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction.

Sat, 27 Apr, 2024

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Harvey Weinstein taken to hospital following his return to New York from jail

Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer said that the former movie mogul has been taken to hospital for tests after his return to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction.

Sat, 27 Apr, 2024

Harvey Weinstein to appear in New York court after 2020 rape conviction reversed

Harvey Weinstein to appear in New York court after 2020 rape conviction reversed

Former Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein is set to appear in front of a New York judge next week, days after his 2020 rape conviction was overturned.

Fri, 26 Apr, 2024

New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction

New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction

Harvey Weinstein's accusers could again be forced to relive their traumas on the witness stand

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

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Weinstein returns to New York prison system after LA conviction

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has returned to the New York prison system after spending nearly two years in California, where he was tried and convicted of raping an Italian actress and model.

Wed, 12 Apr, 2023

Weinstein returns to New York prison system after LA conviction

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has returned to the New York prison system after spending nearly two years in California, where he was tried and convicted of raping an Italian actress and model.

Wed, 12 Apr, 2023

Prosecutors: Harvey Weinstein will not be retried on US sexual assault charges

Prosecutors: Harvey Weinstein will not be retried on US sexual assault charges

The disgraced movie mogul, 70, was sentenced to 16 years in prison last month after being found guilty of rape and two other sexual misconduct charges involving a woman known as Jane Doe One.

Tue, 14 Mar, 2023

Harvey Weinstein begs judge for ‘mercy’ as he receives 16-year sentence

Harvey Weinstein begs judge for ‘mercy’ as he receives 16-year sentence

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein begged a Los Angeles judge for “mercy” as he was sentenced to 16 years in prison for rape and sexual assault.

Thu, 23 Feb, 2023

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Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years in prison in Los Angeles

The movie mogul was found guilty of rape and two other sexual misconduct charges involving a woman known as Jane Doe One, after a trial in December

Thu, 23 Feb, 2023

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Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein to be sentenced in Los Angeles

The movie mogul was found guilty of rape, forced oral copulation and another sexual misconduct count involving a woman known as Jane Doe One, after a trial in December.

Thu, 23 Feb, 2023

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Disgraced movie magnate Harvey Weinstein’s latest sentencing is delayed

Harvey Weinstein’s sentencing for rape and sexual assault convictions has been delayed so his lawyers can file a motion for a new trial.

Mon, 09 Jan, 2023

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Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape in Los Angeles trial

Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been found guilty of one count of rape at a Los Angeles trial.

Tue, 20 Dec, 2022

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Jury begins deliberations in Harvey Weinstein’s Los Angeles trial

Jurors began deliberating in the Los Angeles rape and sexual assault trial of Harvey Weinstein, after a final push from the prosecution.

Sat, 03 Dec, 2022

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Prosecution rests case at Harvey Weinstein sex assault trial

Prosecutors in Los Angeles have rested their case in the trial of Harvey Weinstein, who they allege raped two women and sexually assaulted two others.

Fri, 18 Nov, 2022