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Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years after sexual assault conviction

Sentencing comes after years of appeals and retrials in case involving former TV production assistant Miriam Haley

The Guardian - US · Sep 23

'Greed is a sin': 'Looksmaxxing' influencer 'Clavicular' breaks silence on teenage girl's rape allegation

Braden Peters, who goes by the name 'Clavicular', faces serious allegations of sexual assault, including rape and drugging in Massachusetts. In a public response, he contends that these accusations stem from greed rather than truth. His arraignment is set for October 14, and more allegations from a separate lawsuit have…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Harvey Weinstein set to be sentenced for sexual assault after 6-year legal odyssey

The first time Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to prison, reporters, advocates and the curious public crammed the courtroom to witness the disgraced Hollywood honcho’s #MeToo reckoning

The Independent UK · Sep 23

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TV host who Donald Trump joked about sexual assault to in video scandal gets new role at Fox News

The three-minute recording was captured on a soap opera set in 2005 and included Trump’s infamous ‘You can do anything’ comment about women, which emerged in the waning days of the 2016 campaign

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Rape myths shape how we respond to sexual violence. What are they and what impact do they have?

NSW Premier Chris Minns has announced significant changes to the way sexual assault trials are conducted, including moving to curb “rape myth questions”.

The Conversation · Sep 23

Former BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood Faces 17 Charges Involving Nine Women After Two Further Charges

Prosecutors have authorised two further sexual offence charges against former BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood, bringing the total to 17 involving nine women, the Metropolitan Police said.

International Business Times UK · Sep 22

Former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood charged with two more offences

Westwood, 68, charged with indecently assaulting teenage girl in 1991 and sexually assaulting 18-year-old woman in 2004

The Guardian - UK · Sep 22

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Tim Westwood charged with sex attack on teenage girl and indecent assault of woman, 18

The new alleged offences mean former BBC Radio 1 DJ Westwood, 68, is now facing a total of 17 charges involving nine women

Evening Standard · Sep 22

Former BBC DJ Tim Westwood charged with more sexual offences

Westwood is now facing a total of 17 charges involving nine women

The Independent UK · Sep 22

Church of England Bishop Stephen Conway Resigns After Arrest and Suspension Over Sexual Assault Allegation

Bishop Stephen Conway resigns as Bishop of Lincoln after suspension and arrest over an alleged sexual assault, with police and church investigations ongoing.

International Business Times UK · Sep 22

Delhi Police register POCSO case over alleged gang-rape of minor near Kalkaji Temple

Delhi Police registered an FIR concerning the alleged sexual assault of a minor near Kalkaji Mandir. One accused, Asif, was apprehended after an exchange of fire with police officers. Asif allegedly opened fire at the police team, injuring a head constable in self-defense. The victim was medically examined, and evidence…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Jennifer Eckhart death reason: Former Fox News associate producer, who accused her ex-colleague Ed Henry of rape, found dead at 36

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Jennifer Eckhart, a former producer at Fox News, died by suicide at her Florida residence. She became known for her significant lawsuit against anchor Ed Henry, alleging sexual assault, which ended with settlements and dismissals. Afterward, Eckhart dedicated herself to helping others through her…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

Singer Becky Hill looks back: ‘Aside from the music I was making, I hated every minute of my 20s’

The Brit award winner on being scammed by a model agency, coming to terms with sexual assault, and wrestling with impostor syndrome

The Guardian - UK · Sep 20

Investigation launched after schoolgirl sexually assaulted on Scottish bus

Police Scotland investigate alleged sexual assault of schoolgirl on number 46 bus in Glasgow’s Gallowgate on September 18, with enquiries still…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 19

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International Business Times UK · Sep 17

Steven Tyler Sexual Assault Lawsuit Rocked by Second Judge Exit Less Than Two Weeks Before Trial

Steven Tyler's lawsuit with Julia Misley faces renewed uncertainty after Judge Patricia A. Young recused herself, leaving a remaining claim and the planned trial date unresolved

International Business Times UK · Sep 15

'Arranged To Be Alone With Her': New Haven Assistant Principal Charged Over Two Alleged Student Sexual Assaults

Daniel Bonet-Ojeda, an assistant principal at New Haven's James Hillhouse High School, faces four sexual assault charges after police said surveillance footage and interviews supported a student's account.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15

Army officers ‘let down’ soldier over sexual assault claim before she killed herself, court martial told

Court hears that two officers did not deal properly with allegation Jaysley Beck made against a superior

The Independent UK · Sep 14

Ex-youth detention center counselor faces sex assault trial in New Hampshire

A sexual assault trial is getting underway in New Hampshire for a man whose arrest more than seven years ago kicked off one of the biggest youth detention scandals in U.S. history

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International Business Times UK · Sep 14

Asylum-Seeking Women Reveal Alleged Rapes and Sexual Abuse by British Men Inside UK Accommodation

Female asylum seekers in Britain have alleged rape, sexual assault and sexual exploitation by men linked to accommodation and legal services, while campaigners warn of serious safeguarding gaps.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Tarun Tejpal surrenders in Goa court to serve 10-year sentence

Tarun Tejpal surrendered to a Goa court to serve his ten-year sentence. The Supreme Court directed his surrender within three weeks for the sexual assault case. He was sent to Colvale Central Jail after appearing before the court. The Bombay High Court had convicted him, overturning a trial court acquittal.…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Tarun Tejpal surrenders before Goa court after SC refuses relief, sent to jail

Tarun Tejpal surrendered to a Goa court to begin his prison sentence. The Supreme Court had dismissed his plea seeking exemption from surrendering. He was directed to undergo the sentence imposed by the Bombay High Court. The High Court convicted Tejpal of rape, overturning a trial court acquittal. Tejpal was…

The Guardian - AU · Sep 13

The students returning to school after sexual assault: ‘You go back the next day, and you just deal with it’

Peer-on-peer violence is on the rise. But when schools must balance a duty of care to both victims and perpetrators, where does this leave girls who have to pursue their education in the shadow of sexual assault?

The Times of India · Sep 10

Lawyer Vijay Aggarwal and assistant Manpreet Kaur appear in London court over sexual assault charges

TOI correspondent from London: Indian criminal lawyer Vijay Aggarwal and his co-defendant, his personal assistant Manpreet Kaur, appeared in the dock at Southwark crown court on Thursday where the pair are facing charges relating to sexual offences against women in Britain.

AAP · Sep 10

Elder abuse rising but support services are lacking

There are many barriers to seeking help for older Australians suffering abuse, but this is compounded for those in rural and remote parts of the country.

Newslaundry · Sep 10

Minor’s gangrape case: Did Delhi Police break from procedure in ‘keeping Noida police in dark’?

On the night of August 4, a minor student was gangraped inside a bus plying the Delhi–NCR roads. The bus (registration number UP83 ET 3789) had entered Delhi from Noida and continued to ply the roads of both cities for hours while the conductor and driver subjected the girl to…

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