Yes, the New York Times reporting on the ongoing rape investigation against former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion is certainly newsworthy. A global superstar who has transcended the limited fame of the MMA world to true pop-culture relevance and is now the focus of a heinous allegation. Robbie, that is the definition of news.
However, it is extremely important that this news is reported in a responsible fashion. As of this writing, this is an accusation. This is not a conviction, formal charge or an issuing of a warrant. This is someone claiming that they were harmed by someone else.