Scientist Stephen Hawking pictured in Epstein files with bikini-clad women sipping cocktails

Department of Justice documents mention theoretical physicist’s hundreds of times

25 Feb, 16:54 — 26 Feb, 08:35

Why this matters

This story matters because it links the highly respected theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, whose extensive network of powerful associates and alleged sex trafficking activities have been the subject of intense public scrutiny. The recent unsealing of documents related to Epstein's activities has revealed numerous high-profile names, and Hawking's inclusion, particularly in a context involving young women, adds another layer of controversy to the ongoing scandal.

Key entitiesStephen Hawking Jeffrey Epstein The Times The Independent Department of Justice

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times-ukMostly Factual54d ago

Young women joined Epstein science event attended by Stephen Hawking - The Times

Young women joined Epstein science event attended by Stephen Hawking The Times

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The IndependentMostly Factual54d ago