Rape

Science

This Drug-Detecting Straw Might Prevent Date Rapes

12:55AM August 10, 2011 | Casey Chan

Two scientists have developed a sensor that can automatically and accurately detect if date-rape drugs are in your drink. All you have to do is dip the straw in your drink and see if it lights up. More »

News

Accused IMF Rapist’s Electronic Hotel Key May Damn Or Save Him

5:55AM May 19, 2011 | Sam Biddle

Everyone’s used to the ubiquitous swiping hotel key card—but what you might not know is that your key holds a history of every time that door closes. And when you’re accused of raping the maid, this record’s important. More »

Condoms With Teeth Fight Rape In South Africa

8:57PM June 22, 2010 | Kat Hannaford

Over 30,000 Rape-Axe condoms are being handed out free at South Africa’s World Cup. While they won’t stop rape, the condoms (worn by women) have jagged-teeth inside to tear penises up and can only be removed by doctors. More »

GPS Couldn’t Prevent Sex Offender From Murder, Say Police

1:20AM March 13, 2009 | Mark Wilson

In 1998, Darrin Sanford was convicted of luring minors with sexual motivation. He was released on probation and fitted with ankle GPS, but police say that technological precaution couldn’t stop him from murdering a girl.

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