The Latest Breaking News from domestic violence

Dax Shepard’s Old “Hitting” Joke About Kristen Bell Resurfaces After Viral Anniversary Post

"Sometimes, inside jokes should stay inside."

Bored Panda · Oct 22, 2025

Kristen Bell slammed by national advocacy group after posting wedding anniversary message critics say downplayed domestic violence

After posting a wedding anniversary message critics said downplayed domestic violence, actress Kristen Bell is now facing backlash from a national advocacy group

BANG Premier · Oct 22, 2025

Family law shift hailed as victory for children facing domestic abuse

‘Groundbreaking’ repeal of presumption of parental involvement in England and Wales ‘will ensure courts place safety of children above all else’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2025

“Could Be Triggering For Victims”: Many Are Horrified By Kristen Bell’s Wedding Anniversary Post

“This couple has been so open about their toxic relationship from the beginning.”

Bored Panda · Oct 20, 2025

Campaigners urge CPS to reconsider charges against partner of woman who died by suicide

Inquest into death of Georgia Barter, 32, recorded verdict of unlawful killing, but there was ‘insufficient evidence to pursue case’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19, 2025

Domestic violence leave laws fall short for survivors

Domestic violence leave laws are poorly understood and disconnected from broader systems of support, with many employees missing out on protection.

AAP · Oct 18, 2025

Homeland Security says Marine's father who was deported had faced domestic violence, assault charges

The Department of Homeland Security says the father of a Marine arrested by immigration authorities when visiting his pregnant daughter at Camp Pendleton has a criminal record that includes charges of domestic violence and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2025

35yo Wichita woman contacts police after video of her being ‘kidnapped’ goes viral – the truth is far more concerning

Doorbell security footage showed her approaching a stranger's door and then being grabbed.

We Got This Covered · Oct 16, 2025

On a sunny day, my ex came to the hair salon where I worked – and shot me at close range

Rachel Williams says domestic violence is a ‘national emergency’. After she survived her ex’s final attack, her traumatised teenage son took his own life, and she began campaigning to end the terrible cycle of abuse

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2025

Bereaved mum's next fight after DV murder sentence win

The mother of a woman murdered by a former partner is hoping to redefine her daughter's legacy as she pushes for more prison time for offenders.

AAP · Oct 15, 2025