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How rape myths and unconscious biases prejudice the judicial system against women -- and rape survivors in particular

It is well documented that women who are sexually assaulted, or raped, rarely report the crime to the police. The US charity, the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, has shown that one in six women in the US has been the victim of rape or attempted rape, yet two…

The Conversation

'You have to be everybody’s best friend': how dreams and desires leave TV and film crew vulnerable to workplace exploitation

A recent investigation by UK media outlets has uncovered a number of sexual assault allegations against Russell Brand, a comedian and TV presenter. Brand has denied the accusations, however this is a timely reminder of the urgent need to challenge and address power asymmetries – not just between men and…

The Conversation

Russell Brand claims he’s target of ‘war on free speech’ as police probe fresh sexual assault allegations

The Met say has received ‘a number’ of fresh historic allegations against the comedian

Evening Standard

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'Prolonged violation': Rapist 'preyed' on unconscious woman's vulnerability

The protracted sexual assault was captured on CCTV.

The Canberra Times

Ex-boxing champ accused of sexual assaults before Anthony Joshua title fight at Tottenham Hotspur stadium

Glenn McCrory denies sexual assault of three women at dinner before boxing match

Evening Standard

Russell Brand latest: Met Police investigating sexual offence claims as comedian starts new Rumble live stream

Brand vehemently denies accusations of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse

The Independent UK

Russell Brand: Met Police investigating sexual offence claims as comedian starts new Rumble live stream

Brand vehemently denies accusations of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse

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Former police constable admits to five sexual assaults on night out

Mark Slade, who was serving with West Mercia Police at the time of the assaults, will be sentenced at a later date

The Independent UK

Met Police receives ‘number of allegations of sexual assault’ about Russell Brand

Comedian Brand has vehemently denied all allegations against him after number of women came forward

The Independent UK

Female doctors vulnerable to sexual assault due to hospital work environments, expert says

Dr Louise Stone says victims have spoken of ‘enforced closeness’ of long sessions in operating rooms and the ‘boys’ club culture’ of industry

The Guardian - AU

Russell Brand thanks ‘questioning’ supporters after week of sex allegations

Brand has strongly denied allegations of rape and sexual assault made by four women in an investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times and ‘Dispatches’

The Independent UK

Russell Brand's next gig: Cult leader

The comedian speaks to his devoted followers to deny assault allegations using patriarchal misdirection

Salon

Firms pull ads from Rumble platform over Russell Brand videos

Burger King, Asos and HelloFresh remove ads from site in wake of allegations about comedian

The Guardian - UK

Russell Brand thanks ‘questioning’ supporters after week of sex allegations

Brand has strongly denied allegations of rape and sexual assault made by four women in an investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times and ‘Dispatches’

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The National (Scotland)

Russell Brand makes first public comments since rape and sexual assault allegations

RUSSELL Brand has spoken out about a “extraordinary and distressing” week after rape and sexual assault allegations were made against him.

AAP

NT police officer behind bars on sexual assault charges

Northern Territory police say an officer is behind bars and will face court after being charged with sexual intercourse without consent and aggravated assault.

The Independent UK

Russell Brand admits ‘distressing week’ and floats media conspiracy over sex assault allegations

Comedian has strongly denied the allegations made against him

The Independent UK

Russell Brand thanks ‘questioning’ supporters following week of sex allegations

Brand has strongly denied allegations of rape and sexual assault made by four women in an investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times and Dispatches.

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Evening Standard

Russell Brand says past week has been ‘extraordinary and distressing’ since allegations of sexual assault and rape

Russell Brand has thanked supporters for “questioning the information you are being presented with” and described the week since allegations of sexual assault were made against him as “extraordinary and distressing”.

Reason

Are #MeToo Allegations Speech on "Matters of Public Concern"?

The Minnesota Supreme Court says "sometimes," and splits 4-3 in favor of a particular allegation being on matters of public concern.

Salon

Sexual abuse is a MAGA selling point

The quickest way to be a hero to Donald Trump fanboys? Face multiple, credible sexual assault allegations

The Independent UK

Former fashion mogul pleads not guilty in Canadian sex-assault trial

Former Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him in his Toronto sexual assault case, as jury selection for his trial gets underway

The Guardian - US

Olympic bobsleigh medalist Aja Evans sues team doctor alleging sexual assault

Olympic bobsleigh medalist Aja Evans filed a lawsuit on Wednesday alleging sexual abuse by a chiropractor on Team USA’s medical staff over the course of a decade

The Independent UK

Banned New Zealand Olympic runner arrested in Kenya over sexual assault and weapon allegations

Police say banned New Zealand Olympic runner Zane Robertson has been arrested at his home in Kenya over allegations of sexual assault and possession of an unlicensed AK-47 assault rifle

Evening Standard

Most rape and sexual assault survivors say mental health worsened by police, report reveals

One survivor said they are ‘more afraid of the police than being raped again’

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