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#domestic-abuse
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

Domestic abuse victims are increasingly likely to die by suicide rather than be killed by their partners, with few abusers held accountable.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce died following prolonged domestic abuse.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

Domestic abuse victims are increasingly likely to die by suicide rather than be killed by their partners, with few abusers held accountable.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce died following prolonged domestic abuse.
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian teacher died by suicide after enduring years of homophobic harassment in France.
Television
fromQueerty
4 days ago

WATCH: Dad attempts to sue his traumatized gay son for quitting conversion therapy - Queerty

A father is suing his son for $6,000 after the son came out as gay and attended conversion therapy.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

I live in Colorado. Conversion therapy destroyed my life. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy causes significant harm, and recent Supreme Court rulings threaten the safety and well-being of LGBTQ youth.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian teacher died by suicide after enduring years of homophobic harassment in France.
Television
fromQueerty
4 days ago

WATCH: Dad attempts to sue his traumatized gay son for quitting conversion therapy - Queerty

A father is suing his son for $6,000 after the son came out as gay and attended conversion therapy.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

I live in Colorado. Conversion therapy destroyed my life. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy causes significant harm, and recent Supreme Court rulings threaten the safety and well-being of LGBTQ youth.
#reproductive-rights
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day 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 news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day 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.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Record number of children reporting online sextortion in UK, data reveals

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and sextortion, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

It's not normal to see your abuser's face every day,' Epstein survivor says

The Independent provides critical journalism on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
3 hours 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.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
Social justice

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
SF LGBT

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Sexual abuse claims have dragged the international criminal court into crisis but what happens now?

The ICC's chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, faces sexual abuse allegations amid geopolitical tensions, complicating his position and the court's integrity.
Film
fromVulture
1 day ago

The Horrors of Being a Content Moderator Fuel the New Faces of Death

Poor character decisions in horror films can frustrate viewers, but Margot's journey in Faces of Death offers a relatable and engaging narrative.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Labour MPs propose specialist sexual offences courts to help trials backlog

Labour MPs propose specialist courts for sexual offences to counter plans reducing jury trials in England and Wales.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Amy Hillyard's husband details her mental health struggles in new interview

Amy Hillyard, a coffee shop owner, disappeared while managing mental health issues, leaving no clues behind on March 25.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What De Zerbi's comments about Mason Greenwood tell us about male violence | Chris Paouros

Roberto De Zerbi apologized for past comments about Mason Greenwood, emphasizing the need for accountability regarding male violence against women.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 days ago

It's Time to Talk about Canada's Links to Epstein | The Walrus

Prime Minister Mark Carney called for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's removal from the line of succession due to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
#sexual-abuse
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Former NC State men detail alleged sexual abuses under trainer's care

Former NC State athletes allege sexual abuse and harassment by trainer Robert Murphy, claiming misconduct occurred under the guise of medical treatment.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Something you only see in films': Czech case yet another example of sexual abuse crisis

A former coach was arrested for secretly filming players and possessing child sexual abuse content, highlighting systemic issues in reporting such cases.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Former NC State men detail alleged sexual abuses under trainer's care

Former NC State athletes allege sexual abuse and harassment by trainer Robert Murphy, claiming misconduct occurred under the guise of medical treatment.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Something you only see in films': Czech case yet another example of sexual abuse crisis

A former coach was arrested for secretly filming players and possessing child sexual abuse content, highlighting systemic issues in reporting such cases.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

#MeToo movement brings wave of harassment claims across Colombia

Juanita Gomez and other journalists are sharing experiences of sexual harassment, leading to significant repercussions in Colombian media.
fromApaonline
3 days ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
#sexual-violence
Writing
fromJezebel
2 days ago

The Culture Men Protect With Their Silence

A girl was raped in a hotel while men watched, leading to her trauma and self-doubt, with no charges filed against the perpetrators.
Writing
fromJezebel
2 days ago

The Culture Men Protect With Their Silence

A girl was raped in a hotel while men watched, leading to her trauma and self-doubt, with no charges filed against the perpetrators.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Melissa Gilbert denies being naive' or complicit' in standing by Timothy Busfield despite sexual abuse claims

I know this man in my bones. No one knows him better than I do. I am 100% confident he will be exonerated while preparing for all possible outcomes.
Television
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

OpenAI releases a new safety blueprint to address the rise in child sexual exploitation | TechCrunch

OpenAI has introduced a Child Safety Blueprint to combat AI-enabled child exploitation and enhance child protection efforts in the U.S.
Toronto startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Brisbane rideshare driver accused of raping passenger and stalking more women

A ride-share driver has been charged with rape and stalking multiple women, prompting police to seek more potential victims.
#immigration
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Immigrant girl, 3, suffered alleged sexual abuse in federal custody, family says

A young girl suffered alleged sexual abuse in foster care after being separated from her mother at the US-Mexico border due to immigration policies.
NYC parents
fromJezebel
5 days 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Immigrant girl, 3, suffered alleged sexual abuse in federal custody, family says

A young girl suffered alleged sexual abuse in foster care after being separated from her mother at the US-Mexico border due to immigration policies.
NYC parents
fromJezebel
5 days 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.
#eric-swalwell
fromJezebel
20 hours ago
US politics

Women Accuse Rep. Eric Swalwell of Sexual Misconduct, Including Rape and Unsolicited Snapchat Dick Pics

US politics
fromJezebel
20 hours ago

Women Accuse Rep. Eric Swalwell of Sexual Misconduct, Including Rape and Unsolicited Snapchat Dick Pics

Four women have accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including rape and unsolicited explicit messages, spanning incidents from 2019 to 2025.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Eric Swalwell's Staffers Horrified' by Rape Accusations, Call for Americans to Stand With' His Accusers

Staff members of Rep. Eric Swalwell's office support women accusing him of sexual misconduct, including rape, and call for public solidarity with the accusers.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Pressure on Swalwell to drop California governor bid amid sexual assault claims

Eric Swalwell faces pressure to withdraw from the gubernatorial race due to allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Woman told sister she was 'planning to kill her'

Nancy Pexton is accused of murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward, with evidence of prior threats and jealousy between them.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Transgender Latina beaten outside Washington LGBTQ+ bar after helping man recalls attack

A transgender woman was assaulted outside a bar while helping an intoxicated person, leading to felony charges due to hate crime implications.
#sexual-assault
Law
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Legal arguments wrap up in Stronach sex assault trial, possible verdict in June | CBC News

Frank Stronach faces five counts of sexual assault after charges were withdrawn, with a verdict expected in mid-June.
Law
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Legal arguments wrap up in Stronach sex assault trial, possible verdict in June | CBC News

Frank Stronach faces five counts of sexual assault after charges were withdrawn, with a verdict expected in mid-June.
#melania-trump
fromBoston.com
2 days ago
US news

Melania Trump delivers statement at White House denying ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago
US politics

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump news at a glance: Epstein survivors have words for Melania Trump after surprise statement

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse criticize Melania Trump for shifting responsibility after her call for public hearings with victims.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Epstein Survivors' Lawyer Raises Alarm About Melania Trump's Surprise Statement: It's So Bizarre'

Melania Trump's statement on her relationship with Epstein is seen as bizarre and potentially distracting from ongoing investigations.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago
US news

Melania Trump delivers statement at White House denying ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and called for a congressional hearing for survivors of his abuse.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Epstein Survivor Accuses Melania Trump of Victim-Blaming With Surprise Address: Puts All of Us on Our Heels'

Melania Trump's remarks on Epstein have been criticized for victim-blaming and shifting the burden onto survivors.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Survivors of Epstein's abuse accuse Melania Trump of shifting burden' onto victims

Melania Trump faces backlash from Epstein survivors for shifting responsibility after her statement calling for public hearings with victims.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump news at a glance: Epstein survivors have words for Melania Trump after surprise statement

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse criticize Melania Trump for shifting responsibility after her call for public hearings with victims.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Epstein Survivors' Lawyer Raises Alarm About Melania Trump's Surprise Statement: It's So Bizarre'

Melania Trump's statement on her relationship with Epstein is seen as bizarre and potentially distracting from ongoing investigations.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

A Court Settlement Made Me a Millionaire. I've Barely Touched the Money.

Natalie received over a million dollars in a major abuse settlement after being sexually abused by her university gynecologist.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

I felt ashamed and scared': how an online friendship became a sextortion nightmare

Online friendships can lead to severe risks, including sextortion, which can have devastating emotional consequences.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

'Completely unacceptable' that Tipperary sexual assault victims forced to travel to Cork for treatment

A local politician advocates for a Sexual Assault Treatment Unit in Nenagh to improve care for victims in the Mid-West region.
#domestic-violence
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 days ago

No, Canada hasn't updated the LGBTQ+ acronym to MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+

When the Budget was released, I was shocked to find out that Prime Minister Carney is cutting $7billion between Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations. They provided $0 to deal with the ongoing genocide of MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+. This is abhorrent. This is callous.
LGBT
Law
fromgizmodo.com
2 days ago

Meta Is Pulling Down Ads That Seek to Recruit Clients for Social Media Addiction Litigation

Meta is removing ads from attorneys recruiting clients for social media addiction lawsuits after recent legal defeats.
Women
fromOpen Culture
3 days ago

9 Things a Woman Couldn't Do in 1971

Women in the U.S. have historically faced significant legal barriers, including credit access, pregnancy discrimination, and jury service.
#stalking
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
London politics

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Tuesday briefing: What is driving the record rise in stalking offences?

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged over the past decade, with significant increases in every region.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Tuesday briefing: What is driving the record rise in stalking offences?

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged over the past decade, with significant increases in every region.
US news
fromVulture
6 days ago

Melissa Gilbert Believes Husband Timothy Busfield Will Be Exonerated

Melissa Gilbert expresses confidence in Timothy Busfield's exoneration while acknowledging the impact of allegations on their lives.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Asylum seeker who filmed an alleged rape accused of telling a pack of lies'

An asylum seeker filmed an alleged rape, claiming he tried to stop it, but faces accusations of lying in court.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'
LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Crime victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge lenient sentences

Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman expressed her delight at the government's decision, stating that the change is long overdue and acknowledges the years of campaigning led by bereaved families like Tracey Hanson, who sought justice following the tragic death of her son Josh.
Law
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
1 week 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.
#jeffrey-epstein
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

James Comer Tells Fox News: Oversight Committee Will Hold Hearings With Epstein Victims

Rep. James Comer plans to hold hearings for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, following Melania Trump's call for public testimony.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

James Comer Tells Fox News: Oversight Committee Will Hold Hearings With Epstein Victims

Rep. James Comer plans to hold hearings for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, following Melania Trump's call for public testimony.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
3 days 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.
UK news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Man sentenced for raping 2 women in Framingham store in 1989

Stephen Paul Gale was sentenced to at least 50 years in prison for raping two women in 1989, likely resulting in his death behind bars.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'A special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

Tyler, a vulnerable 18-year-old, was manipulated by Bubb, a police officer, leading to a five-year abusive relationship marked by gaslighting and control.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Footballer pleads not guilty to assaulting woman

Former Bournemouth and Liverpool player Jordon Ibe pleaded not guilty to assaulting a woman causing actual bodily harm in Lambeth on 14 December.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

MP reveals rape ordeal during court reform debate

Labour MP Charlotte Nichols publicly disclosed her rape and criticized the Courts and Tribunals Bill for limiting jury trials, arguing victim experiences are being weaponized to justify legal reforms that may harm justice outcomes.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Sexual Abuse in Families: Be Brave and Address the Harm

Sexual abuse is never the victim's fault; parents can and must address intrafamilial sexual abuse to break cycles of generational trauma and prevent further harm.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Haranguing: Verbal Abuse Sessions in Domestic Violence

Haranguing in coercive control uses prolonged, one-way verbal assault to impose ownership, silence targets, and erode confidence; it is not mere communication breakdown.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Victims of Sex Crimes Are Often Blamed

Victim-blaming stems from just-world bias and desire to protect perpetrators' images, causing silencing, stigma, and distress; compassionate listening reduces blame.
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

The Alleged Trump Victim's Claims about Blackmail Are as Important as Her Claims about Rape - emptywheel

The DOJ released interview reports from a woman alleging abuse by Donald Trump while withholding original documents and details about interview handling, with allegations emerging days before Jeffrey Epstein's death.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Sexual Abuse in Intimate Relationships: Beyond Coercion

Intimate partner sexual abuse commonly uses coercion, entitlement, painful acts, humiliation, and strangulation, eroding victims' safety, self-worth, and well-being.
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.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | #MeToo is not over | amNewYork

New York City extended the Gender Motivated Violence Act, allowing survivors to sue perpetrators and enablers for past gender-motivated violence through March 1, 2025.
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