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Indian-origin man among 25 facing US citizenship revocation over alleged fraud

An Indian-origin man is among 25 naturalised US citizens facing proceedings to revoke their American citizenship over allegations including identity fraud, attempted murder, child sexual abuse and other serious offences, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced.

The Times of India · Aug 4

UK PM Burnham may exempt child rapists from early release scheme as Conservatives demand stricter action

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering exempting child sex offenders and other serious sexual abuse perpetrators from a controversial early prison release scheme as ministers race to finalise safeguards before the policy takes effect in September.

The Times of India · Aug 2

Ex-Citigroup Boss Sentenced to 30 Years After Autism Defence Is Rejected

Former Citigroup managing director Edward Gene Smith has been sentenced to 30 years in a US federal prison after prosecutors demolished his claim that autism drove his decade-long pattern of sexual abuse.

International Business Times UK · Jul 30

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'Vindication': apology for survivors of school abuse

Watching a state government apologise for widespread failings at public schools was surreal but validating, a victim-survivor of child sexual abuse says.

AAP · Jul 30

Epstein victims claim AG nominee Todd Blanche told them to ‘get to the point’ during face-to-face

Blanche met with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse earlier this month after a Republican senator called for it

The Independent UK · Jul 29

Therapist, 26, Charged With Grooming a Teenage Boy She Counselled in Juvenile Hall, Abuses Him After Release

A Northern California therapist faces felony charges for allegedly grooming a teenage boy in juvenile detention for sexual abuse, exploiting therapy sessions meant for rehabilitation.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

Ex-Citigroup Exec Jailed for 30 Years for Drugging Women, Filming Assaults, and Possessing Child Abuse Images

Former Citigroup exec and Harvard grad Edward Gene Smith sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for drugging and assaulting women, possessing child abuse material, and obstructing justice in New York.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

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Sexual abuse victims ‘exhausted’ by fears over early release scheme

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch sat alongside campaigners as she called for emergency laws to ensure abusers are not released early.

Evening Standard · Jul 28

Why is 'Chat Control' one of the EU’s biggest digital rights fights?

EU governments have extended the bloc's interim "chat control" rules until April 2028, allowing online platforms to continue voluntarily scanning for child sexual abuse material while debate over mandatory detection continues.

Euronews · Jul 28

US influencer ‘couldn’t seem to get away’ from husband accused of killing her, ex-partner says

Police believe Sara Gilson was killed by husband Jeremiah Duffey after she accused him on TikTok of child sexual abuse

The Guardian - US · Jul 27

Should the EU scan your private messages with 'Chat Control'? Take our poll

The EU’s “Chat Control” initiative to combat child sexual abuse is attracting significant controversy across the bloc, as it would allow messaging platforms to scan private chats to detect illegal content. Should the EU scan your messages?

Euronews · Jul 27

What is the EU’s 'Chat Control'? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot

The EU greenlit "Chat Control” to protect children online. Under this regulation, tech companies read private online messages and emails to detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM). But what is “Chat Control” and how does it work? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.

Euronews · Jul 27

Austin FC academy players under investigation by police and FBI for allegations of youth-on-youth sexual abuse

Multiple league, club, and law enforcement sources confirm ongoing inquiries into MLS club

The Guardian - US · Jul 24

Karim Khan ousted as prosecutor of international criminal court

Member states vote to remove British barrister after allegations of sexual abuse

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24

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The Independent UK · Jul 24

House Democrat wants Barron Trump to testify about ‘political interference’ in Andrew and Tristan Tate extradition

Rep. Yassamin Ansari is seeking government records and communications surrounding the ‘manosphere’ influencers facing sexual abuse and trafficking allegations

AAP · Jul 24

Relief as Christian Brothers back down on abuse redress

Advocates for victim-survivors have described feeling shocked and relieved after the Christian Brothers announced a deal to cover future abuse claims.

Euronews · Jul 23

EU temporarily extends controversial chat-scanning regime until 2028

EU countries have adopted a temporary regime allowing messaging services to voluntarily detect child sexual abuse material until 2028. End-to-end encrypted apps like WhatsApp and Signal remain exempt.

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Call for full public inquiry into historical clerical abuse in Northern Ireland

It comes after a report detailed experiences including exorcisms, physical violence and sexual abuse in faith-based settings.

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The Independent UK · Jul 22

Vatican defends secrecy in sensitive abuse case involving ex-Jesuit artist Marko Rupnik

The Vatican has confirmed that a church trial against a famous ex-Jesuit priest accused of spiritual and sexual abuse of women is ongoing

The Times of India · Jul 22

Sri Lankan-origin doctor arrested in Canada for possessing child sexual abuse material

A Sri Lankan-origin doctor at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children has been arrested and charged with possessing and accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material, Toronto Police said in a press release.

The Independent UK · Jul 21

Mom forced 11-year-old daughter to give birth to husband’s baby without medical care

The victim had not seen a doctor in more than a year and was kept out of traditional school settings, prosecutors say

Euronews · Jul 21

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias sues Spain's deputy PM Yolanda Díaz, demands €50,000

The singer has filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court against the deputy prime minister, alleging a violation of his right to honour and seeking €50,000 over remarks she made about sexual abuse allegations brought by two former employees.

The Independent UK · Jul 21

E Jean Carroll’s lawyers blast Trump’s attempts to claw back money he was ordered to pay her

President Donald Trump already paid out millions in the sexual abuse and defamation case. Now he wants it back

The Economic Times · Jul 21

AI playing a growing role in child sexual abuse, German report warns

German authorities warned Tuesday of the "growing influence" of AI and digital technology on the sexual abuse of children, saying in a report that criminal abusers are increasingly using those tools. Sexual abuse of minors is "increasingly shifting to the digital realm," driving overall statistics "upward", said Holger Muench, the…

International Business Times UK · Jul 21

Internet Reacts to Former Priest Convicted of Child Abuse Receiving Only a Two-Year Community Order

Edward Phillips-Smith, a former priest, received a two-year community order for additional child abuse offences, sparking online criticism over the perceived leniency of the sentence.

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