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Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Child victims of online sexual abuse in UK inadequately protected, review finds

Child victims of online sexual abuse face increased risks due to police forces' inability to manage rising cases and inadequate protective measures.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Christian GOP politician allegedly paid kids to send him sexually explicit images - LGBTQ Nation

Kevin Hedgpeth, a South Carolina politician, was charged with possession and production of child sexual abuse material involving minors.
#child-sexual-abuse
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Online child sexual abuse cases not being properly investigated, review finds

Police forces are failing to investigate online child sexual abuse due to rising demand and insufficient resources.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK government effectively allowed' child sexual abuse, campaigners say

The UK government faces legal action for inconsistently implementing recommendations from a seven-year child sexual abuse inquiry, with 17 of 20 recommendations unimplemented as of July 2025.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Online child sexual abuse cases not being properly investigated, review finds

Police forces are failing to investigate online child sexual abuse due to rising demand and insufficient resources.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK government effectively allowed' child sexual abuse, campaigners say

The UK government faces legal action for inconsistently implementing recommendations from a seven-year child sexual abuse inquiry, with 17 of 20 recommendations unimplemented as of July 2025.
#immigration
NYC parents
fromTruthout
4 hours ago

Trump Order Halts Legal Aid for Migrant Youth as Colleges Partner With ICE

The Trump administration's funding cuts halted legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children, impacting their representation and deportation risks.
NYC parents
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Detained Toddler Allegedly Experienced Months of Sexual Abuse in Federal Custody

A 3-year-old in ORR custody experienced sexual abuse, highlighting failures in the system meant to protect immigrant children.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
4 hours ago

Trump Order Halts Legal Aid for Migrant Youth as Colleges Partner With ICE

The Trump administration's funding cuts halted legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children, impacting their representation and deportation risks.
NYC parents
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Detained Toddler Allegedly Experienced Months of Sexual Abuse in Federal Custody

A 3-year-old in ORR custody experienced sexual abuse, highlighting failures in the system meant to protect immigrant children.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
12 hours ago

Teacher banned from the classroom after taking indecent photos of himself in school

Benjamin Lillicrap, who worked at The Abbey School in Faversham, Kent from July to November 2023, admitted to taking pictures of his genitalia during school hours. In November 2023, during an unrelated police investigation at the school, officers found multiple indecent images of Mr Lillicrap's genitalia that had been taken on the school premises.
Education
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Labels protect us': Olivia Nervo wants reproductive coercion to be a standalone offence she is not alone

Reproductive coercion is a significant issue that needs recognition in family courts, as highlighted by Olivia Nervo's experience.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

No evidence' of reported rape in Epsom that sparked protests, police say

No evidence has been found to support the reported rape incident in Epsom, despite ongoing investigations by police.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The rape case that became one of Britain's greatest miscarriages of justice

A young woman was brutally raped in 2003, leading to a miscarriage of justice for an innocent man who spent 17 years in prison.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Online abuse is silencing women on a staggering scale it's a democratic crisis | Sharon Kechula

Susan Kihika faced severe online abuse after maternity leave, highlighting gender-based violence and double standards in political scrutiny against women.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Let's talk about sex in a world of porn | Letter

Straight male authors should embrace writing about sex, but the urgent conversation on sexual knowledge and pleasure is happening outside of literature.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Improving maternal health; Expanding access for disabled Americans; and more

The Tech to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes through enhanced telehealth services and technology access for expecting mothers.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Are Axel Rudakubana's parents responsible for his terrible crime? It's a question many families will fear to answer | Gaby Hinsliff

Parents of Axel Rudakubana failed to act on warning signs, contributing to a tragedy involving the murders of three young girls.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Harm of Parental Alienation

Parental alienation causes children to reject one parent, leading to devastating long-term effects, especially during high-conflict separations or divorces.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Families left reeling after hospitals in blue states drop transgender care for youth

Access to gender-affirming treatment can be limited even in supportive states due to individual hospital policies.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

France father who kept son in van faces 30 years in jail

A father faces up to 30 years in jail for confining his son in a van for over a year, leading to severe neglect.
Boston food
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Man assaulted partner in row after she found him watching pornography in same bed as their sleeping son

A man pleaded guilty to assaulting his partner after she discovered him watching pornography in bed with their sleeping child.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

Reminder: That 'Bad Kid' You're Judging Could Very Well Be Autistic

Judgmental societal norms create pressure on autistic individuals and their caregivers, leading to feelings of inadequacy and misunderstanding.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
2 days ago

People Who've Been In 'Poly Under Duress' Relationships Share What It's Really Like

Polyamory is often entered into under pressure rather than genuine interest, as highlighted by celebrity experiences.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

What we call sex work and what it says about society

Sex work has been represented and regulated throughout history, reflecting societal attitudes and moral discourses.
#child-safety
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Mike Johnson Vows to Exact Punishment' on Predators' in Congress Accused of Detestable' Sexual Misconduct

House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasizes strict measures against sexual misconduct in Congress following resignations of two members due to allegations.
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany: Man found guilty in Pelicot-style rape case

Zhongyi J*, a 27-year-old Chinese student, was found guilty of two counts of attempted murder and seven counts of aggravated rape, sentenced to 11 years and three months in prison.
Germany news
#social-media
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Privacy technologies
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Healey proposes bill to limit time young people can spend on social media

Healey's bill mandates age verification and restricts features on social media for users under 18 to combat mental health issues.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Privacy technologies
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Healey proposes bill to limit time young people can spend on social media

Healey's bill mandates age verification and restricts features on social media for users under 18 to combat mental health issues.
#sexual-assault
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Use Sexual Assault Awareness Month to Talk With Your Teen

Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, and alcohol consumption increases the risk of such incidents among teens.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Use Sexual Assault Awareness Month to Talk With Your Teen

Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, and alcohol consumption increases the risk of such incidents among teens.
#sexual-abuse
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Survivors of alleged sexual abuse by former owner of Harrods want enablers to face justice

Survivors of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed demand accountability and regulation to prevent future incidents, emphasizing the need for meaningful consequences.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Croydon man jailed 28 years for child sexual abuse

Sobogun was convicted of 17 sexual abuse offences against two children, highlighting the importance of victim bravery in achieving justice.
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Child molester faces new charges after Berkeley victim's sibling comes forward

Jack Jansen faces new sex crime charges after a sibling of a previous victim alleges months of abuse in 2012.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Ex-UCLA doctor admits to sexually abusing five patients after previous conviction overturned

James Heaps, a former UCLA gynecologist, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing patients and was sentenced to 11 years in prison.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Survivors of alleged sexual abuse by former owner of Harrods want enablers to face justice

Survivors of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed demand accountability and regulation to prevent future incidents, emphasizing the need for meaningful consequences.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Croydon man jailed 28 years for child sexual abuse

Sobogun was convicted of 17 sexual abuse offences against two children, highlighting the importance of victim bravery in achieving justice.
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Child molester faces new charges after Berkeley victim's sibling comes forward

Jack Jansen faces new sex crime charges after a sibling of a previous victim alleges months of abuse in 2012.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Ex-UCLA doctor admits to sexually abusing five patients after previous conviction overturned

James Heaps, a former UCLA gynecologist, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing patients and was sentenced to 11 years in prison.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 days ago

For women, gender disparities in ADHD diagnoses can be deadly

Recent research indicates that girls with ADHD are often underdiagnosed, leading to significant mental health challenges.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

He brutally killed his trans girlfriend while she slept. Now he's facing the consequences. - LGBTQ Nation

Deandre Bell was arrested for allegedly murdering Davonta Curtis, a Black transgender woman, with a hammer and stealing her belongings.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Court rules trans people have right to accurate IDs: "Trans discrimination is sex discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

Trans residents in Montana can update legal documents to reflect their gender identity, affirming their rights against discrimination.
SF parents
fromDefector
2 days ago

The Killing That Won't Let Go | Defector

Grief persists indefinitely, and justice remains elusive for Steve Cornejo, who was shot and killed 21 years ago without the shooter facing charges.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NY's highest court questions whether state's proposed host homes program would be a shadow foster care' system | amNewYork

The Host Homes program faces skepticism due to lack of legal protections for parents and children, raising concerns about oversight and liability.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Law enforcement is trying to combat abusive AI. Experts say easier said than done

An Ohio man was convicted under the 2025 Take It Down Act for creating and distributing AI-generated abusive sexual images.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The people who talk about their childhood like it was fine but can't remember most of it aren't lying. The absence of memory and the absence of trauma feel identical from the inside until something cracks the seal, and by then the person has built an entire adult identity on the version where nothing happened. - Silicon Canals

Childhood amnesia affects memory retention, leading to a lack of vivid recollections from early years despite having a normal upbringing.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It started with a tip-off': how a Guardian investigation exposed child sex trafficking on Facebook and Instagram

Child sexual abuse trafficking surged during the pandemic, with platforms like Facebook and Instagram being exploited for these crimes.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

Help! A Stranger Is Harassing Me to Get a DNA Test. I Don't Want Anything to Do With Her.

A man struggles with the decision to connect with his deceased brother's daughter after a traumatic childhood.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
Law
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Alcoholic lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence

A chronic alcoholic has been sentenced to two years for 18 months of abusive and controlling behavior towards his partner.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

Fernando Melo Flores, 40, faces up to four years and two months in prison if convicted on all counts. He was assigned to John Wayne Airport when he allegedly went to his ex-girlfriend's home at night and repeatedly called and texted her, prompting the woman to get a restraining order against him.
SF parents
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Kingston school employee found dead amid investigation into alleged 'sexualized' video with a minor

A Kingston school district employee involved in a sexualized conversation with a minor on TikTok was found dead in Rhode Island.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Dorchester man sentenced on child porn, immigration charges after being caught with 2 14-year-old girls

A Guatemalan man was sentenced to 13 years for illegal reentry and possession of child pornography involving minors.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police say suspects remain unknown after woman raped in Epsom as protests break out

Protests erupted in Surrey after a woman was raped outside a church, with police lacking sufficient information on the suspects.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

EHRC updates guidance on how to apply supreme court ruling on gender

The EHRC updated its guidance on gender following government feedback to clarify the implementation of the supreme court ruling on biological sex.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

When Trauma Awareness Stops at the Hospital Door

Chronic health conditions significantly impact psychological well-being, yet healthcare providers often neglect this aspect for both patients and themselves.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Met looking at using AI to help child abuse cases

The Metropolitan Police is considering using AI to identify victims of online child sexual abuse and categorize imagery by severity.
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Former Adult Film Star Passes The Bar Exam - Above the Law

Asia Carrera, whose real name is Jessica Steinhauser, graduated from St. Mary's Law in 2024 and cleared the Texas bar exam after a previous near miss by just two points.
Law
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What are the UK government's plans to regulate social media for under-16s?

Keir Starmer demands social media firms prioritize children's safety and implement stricter regulations to protect them from harmful content.
#childrens-safety
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago
UK news

Phone firms should use technology to stop children taking nudes, police chief says

Tech firms must enhance children's online safety by preventing the creation of nude images on their devices, according to law enforcement officials.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago
UK politics

Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children's safety

Social media executives are meeting with UK leaders to discuss children's online safety and responsibilities of tech companies.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Phone firms should use technology to stop children taking nudes, police chief says

Tech firms must enhance children's online safety by preventing the creation of nude images on their devices, according to law enforcement officials.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children's safety

Social media executives are meeting with UK leaders to discuss children's online safety and responsibilities of tech companies.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Kingston police investigating alleged 'sexualized' TikTok convo involving school employee

Kingston police are investigating a former school employee for allegedly having inappropriate conversations with a minor on social media.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

State Police trooper accused of child abuse facing more charges

Michael Gagnon, of Plympton, was initially arrested in November arraigned on charges of domestic assault and battery and aggravated assault on a child under 14 years of age, Plympton police said at the time.
US news
Law
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Man who lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence jailed

A man was sentenced to two years in prison for 18 months of abusive and controlling behavior towards his partner.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
Law
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court Just Condemned Countless Kids to Psychiatric Abuse

The Supreme Court's ruling overturns Colorado's ban on conversion therapy, raising concerns about psychiatric abuse and substandard medical care for children.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

What the Epstein case teaches us about grooming podcast

People talk about Jeffrey Epstein as though he's special or as though he's mysterious in some way. That takes away from the truth of it, which is that there are lots of people like him.
Books
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 days ago

What happens when LGBTQ+ couples get a divorce - finances and rights explained

Divorce for LGBTQ+ couples is legally the same as for heterosexual couples, thanks to the introduction of no-fault divorce under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020. This change has made the process less acrimonious, allowing couples to confirm that their marriage has irretrievably broken down without the need for blame.
Law
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds

A shadow industry is helping migrants fabricate claims of being gay to secure asylum in the UK.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Psychology of Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking is a severe human rights violation, often misunderstood, with survivors criminalized instead of protected and rooted in societal norms.
#child-exploitation
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

Parents of children abused at a London nursery criticize Camden Council for refusing to investigate safeguarding failures, citing conflict of interest concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Language Matters When Talking About Child Sexual Abuse

Words such as 'relationship,' 'affair,' 'involvement,' or 'seeing each other' imply mutuality and consent. In the context of child sexual abuse, these implications are false. A child cannot legally or developmentally consent to sexual activity with an adult. Describing abuse using relational language risks distorting the inherent power imbalance and shifting perceived responsibility away from the adult perpetrator.
Psychology
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: Will California lawmakers break their promise to child sexual abuse survivors?

Tax dollars should fund children's education, not attorneys' fees in child sex abuse cases; AB 218 closed a loophole that let schools avoid civil liability.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Protecting children is a priority now is the time to prove it

A billion children suffer violence yearly; proven prevention strategies exist but urgent political action and scaled investments are required to meet 2030 targets.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Proposed law does not protect children born to convicted paedophiles, Lords to hear

This amendment will prevent the formation of a deeply unfair two-tier system, where children born before the paedophile parent's conviction are safe from abuse, but younger siblings, born even a day after conviction, are still under the control of, and highly likely to be abused by, the paedophile.
UK politics
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Understanding and Preventing Image-Based Sexual Abuse

Image-based sexual abuse is sexual violence causing enduring social, psychological, and economic harm, requiring changes in consent norms, empathy, and accountability for prevention.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Sex offenders should tell police about pregnancies, review finds

Baby Victoria's body was found in a shopping bag in Brighton in 2023, after her parents concealed her birth and went on the run in an attempt to avoid contact with social services. Marten and Gordon, a convicted rapist, were both sentenced to 14 years for gross negligence manslaughter last year. The review, chaired by Sir David Holmes, sought to identify missed safeguarding opportunities, and to learn lessons from what the review called the "extreme case" of baby Victoria's death.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man jailed for sending girl rape threat online

A man who threatened to rape a teenage girl and encouraged her to self-harm has been jailed. Shabaz Khokar, 24, from London, sent the threat to the victim in Staffordshire via social media, along with images of train tickets he booked to travel to her home. He was arrested at a railway station in the county in August when police were alerted.
UK news
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man faces further child sexual offence charges

Vincent Chan, 45, has been charged with 15 further offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and taking indecent images of children.
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