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4 weeks ago

Harassment by Ubisoft executives left female staff terrified, French court hears

Ubisoft executives face trial for systemic harassment, marking a significant moment for the gaming industry amidst the #MeToo movement.

Former bosses at video games firm Ubisoft on trial in France accused of sexual harassment

The #MeToo movement's first major trial in the video games industry involves allegations of systemic sexual harassment at Ubisoft.

Video games

Three Ubisoft chiefs found guilty of enabling culture of sexual harassment

fromThe Verge

Video games

Three former Ubisoft executives are convicted of sexual and psychological harassment

4 weeks ago

Harassment by Ubisoft executives left female staff terrified, French court hears

Ubisoft executives face trial for systemic harassment, marking a significant moment for the gaming industry amidst the #MeToo movement.

Former bosses at video games firm Ubisoft on trial in France accused of sexual harassment

The #MeToo movement's first major trial in the video games industry involves allegations of systemic sexual harassment at Ubisoft.

Video games

Three Ubisoft chiefs found guilty of enabling culture of sexual harassment

fromThe Verge

Video games

Three former Ubisoft executives are convicted of sexual and psychological harassment

For #MeToo Movement, Mayor's Race in New York City Poses a Test

The #MeToo movement faces a critical evaluation in New York City politics as candidates contend with sexual misconduct allegations.

Film

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Olivia Munn once accused Melania Trump's documentary director of lewd act in front of her

Olivia Munn emphasizes the need for accountability in Hollywood by refusing a settlement linked to an NDA.

France news

In a shift for the festival, Cannes bars actor from premiere over sexual assault allegations

The Cannes Film Festival takes a stand against alleged sexual misconduct by barring actor Theo Navarro-Mussy from its premiere this year.

NYC music

fromwww.amny.com

Broadway | Hugh Jackman scores with Sexual Misconduct' play; live broadcast of Good Night, and Good Luck' | amNewYork

Hugh Jackman returns to Broadway with 'Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes,' focusing on #MeToo themes in an intimate, co-created production.

Women

Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial to open with majority-female jury in New York

The retrial of Harvey Weinstein features a predominantly female jury, signaling the ongoing evolution of societal views post-#MeToo.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

NYC LGBT

Dozens more possible jurors are screened in Weinstein retrial

For #MeToo Movement, Mayor's Race in New York City Poses a Test

The #MeToo movement faces a critical evaluation in New York City politics as candidates contend with sexual misconduct allegations.

Film

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Olivia Munn once accused Melania Trump's documentary director of lewd act in front of her

Olivia Munn emphasizes the need for accountability in Hollywood by refusing a settlement linked to an NDA.

France news

In a shift for the festival, Cannes bars actor from premiere over sexual assault allegations

The Cannes Film Festival takes a stand against alleged sexual misconduct by barring actor Theo Navarro-Mussy from its premiere this year.

NYC music

fromwww.amny.com

Broadway | Hugh Jackman scores with Sexual Misconduct' play; live broadcast of Good Night, and Good Luck' | amNewYork

Hugh Jackman returns to Broadway with 'Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes,' focusing on #MeToo themes in an intimate, co-created production.

Women

Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial to open with majority-female jury in New York

The retrial of Harvey Weinstein features a predominantly female jury, signaling the ongoing evolution of societal views post-#MeToo.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

NYC LGBT

Dozens more possible jurors are screened in Weinstein retrial

more#sexual-misconduct

French actor Gerard Depardieu 'probed for tax fraud'

GÃ©rard Depardieu faces legal scrutiny over tax residency and multiple sexual assault allegations.

Arts

The cases against Harvey Weinstein: A timeline of allegations and trials

Harvey Weinstein's career was marked by allegations of sexual assault which culminated in multiple convictions despite recent legal developments.

Harvey Weinstein due in court for key rulings as his #MeToo retrial nears

Weinstein's retrial will include a new charge from an accuser not involved in the first trial.

US news

Harvey Weinstein is on trial, again. Opening arguments start Wednesday

Harvey Weinstein faces a retrial over allegations of assaulting three women, focusing on their direct testimonies against him.

Harvey Weinstein Is Convicted in Second New York Sex Crimes Trial

Harvey Weinstein was once again convicted of a felony sex crime, indicting his ongoing legal struggles tied to the #MeToo movement.

fromThe New York Sun

Twelves Jurors Are Seated in Harvey Weinstein's Retrial, as Defense Lawyers Probe Prospective Jurors About How They Identify if a Witness Is Lying

Harvey Weinstein is retried with new charges and a potentially more favorable legal environment amidst a cooling #MeToo movement.

fromThe Local France

French actor Gerard Depardieu 'probed for tax fraud'

GÃ©rard Depardieu faces legal scrutiny over tax residency and multiple sexual assault allegations.

Arts

The cases against Harvey Weinstein: A timeline of allegations and trials

Harvey Weinstein's career was marked by allegations of sexual assault which culminated in multiple convictions despite recent legal developments.

Harvey Weinstein due in court for key rulings as his #MeToo retrial nears

Weinstein's retrial will include a new charge from an accuser not involved in the first trial.

US news

Harvey Weinstein is on trial, again. Opening arguments start Wednesday

Harvey Weinstein faces a retrial over allegations of assaulting three women, focusing on their direct testimonies against him.

Harvey Weinstein Is Convicted in Second New York Sex Crimes Trial

Harvey Weinstein was once again convicted of a felony sex crime, indicting his ongoing legal struggles tied to the #MeToo movement.

fromThe New York Sun

Twelves Jurors Are Seated in Harvey Weinstein's Retrial, as Defense Lawyers Probe Prospective Jurors About How They Identify if a Witness Is Lying

Harvey Weinstein is retried with new charges and a potentially more favorable legal environment amidst a cooling #MeToo movement.

What to know about Harvey Weinstein's #MeToo retrial with jury selection set to get underway

Harvey Weinstein returns to court for a retrial after his original convictions were overturned by an appeals court.

Harvey Weinstein retrial plays out in Manhattan court will he testify?

Harvey Weinstein's retrial in Manhattan for sexual crimes contrasts sharply with the high-profile Sean Diddy Combs trial happening nearby.

Harvey Weinstein Convicted of Sexual Assault in Mixed Verdict

Harvey Weinstein was convicted of a sexual crime against Miriam Haley while being acquitted on other charges, highlighting the contentious nature of his trial.

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein guilty of sex crimes in NYC retrial

Harvey Weinstein found guilty in retrial, marking a significant moment in the ongoing impact of the #MeToo movement.

New York City

Jury deliberations resume in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial in NYC

The Harvey Weinstein retrial focuses on serious sexual crime allegations that sparked significant social movements.

I want to talk about it honestly': trauma of Weinstein's unknown British victims is revealed

Harvey Weinstein's abuse affected many, including unknown victims, leading to significant conversations about the inherent risks women faced in the entertainment industry.

What to know about Harvey Weinstein's #MeToo retrial with jury selection set to get underway

Harvey Weinstein returns to court for a retrial after his original convictions were overturned by an appeals court.

Harvey Weinstein retrial plays out in Manhattan court will he testify?

Harvey Weinstein's retrial in Manhattan for sexual crimes contrasts sharply with the high-profile Sean Diddy Combs trial happening nearby.

Harvey Weinstein Convicted of Sexual Assault in Mixed Verdict

Harvey Weinstein was convicted of a sexual crime against Miriam Haley while being acquitted on other charges, highlighting the contentious nature of his trial.

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein guilty of sex crimes in NYC retrial

Harvey Weinstein found guilty in retrial, marking a significant moment in the ongoing impact of the #MeToo movement.

New York City

Jury deliberations resume in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial in NYC

The Harvey Weinstein retrial focuses on serious sexual crime allegations that sparked significant social movements.

I want to talk about it honestly': trauma of Weinstein's unknown British victims is revealed

Harvey Weinstein's abuse affected many, including unknown victims, leading to significant conversations about the inherent risks women faced in the entertainment industry.

more#harvey-weinstein

Women in technology

fromFortune

The women behind #MeToo, 5 years later

#MeToo has created a cultural shift allowing women to speak out, though challenges remain in achieving complete change.

#france

French surgeon sentenced to 20 years for sex abuse of nearly 300 people

A retired surgeon was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually abusing 299 victims, shocking France and highlighting systemic issues in child protection.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Paris food

Horrible, horrible, horrible': The Gerard Depardieu box office hit that still sparks outrage 50 years later

French surgeon sentenced to 20 years for sex abuse of nearly 300 people

A retired surgeon was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually abusing 299 victims, shocking France and highlighting systemic issues in child protection.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Paris food

Horrible, horrible, horrible': The Gerard Depardieu box office hit that still sparks outrage 50 years later

Pod help us: Celebrity podcasts have reached the bottom of the barrel

Armie Hammer attempts to regain public favor through a podcast, candidly discussing his past experiences with bisexuality.

SF LGBT

Kevin Spacey is back at Cannes. Not many people seem to care

Pod help us: Celebrity podcasts have reached the bottom of the barrel

Armie Hammer attempts to regain public favor through a podcast, candidly discussing his past experiences with bisexuality.

SF LGBT

Kevin Spacey is back at Cannes. Not many people seem to care

more#celebrity-culture

Cassie Ventura testifies that Sean 'Diddy' Combs sexually assaulted her after she broke up with him

Cassie alleges Sean 'Diddy' Combs raped her after a closure meeting in 2018, describing the assault as quick and distressing.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Megyn Kelly continues to chide Blake Lively for scam' Time 100 honor

I don't think what she's doing to Justin Baldoni is in any way fair, gracious, nice or just, and so I couldn't help looking at her like some sort of twisted, mean girl... because all the allegations that she's launched against him have fallen apart.

Media industry

Harvey Weinstein retrial opens with new allegations of rape and sexual assault

Harvey Weinstein's retrial features new accusations, emphasizing his power over victims and prompting questions about the implications of the #MeToo movement.

Shannon Sharpe naming his accuser reveals the weakening grip of #MeToo - for better or worse

"The texts 'clearly indicate the nature of their relationship was consensual and sexual in nature - and, in many cases, initiated by her with specific and graphic requests.'"},{"quote":"Sharpe's attorney publicly named the woman and released raunchy texts she sent Sharpe, emphasizing the consensual aspects of their relationship."},{"quote":"Sharpe has taken a strong stance against the lawsuit, calling it a 'shakedown' and planning to counter-sue for defamation."},{

Women

Not Your High School Crucible

Sadie Sink's role in 'John Proctor Is the Villain' has reshaped her understanding of 'The Crucible' through a contemporary lens.

Boston Bruins

'John Proctor is the Villain' review: 'Stranger Things' star Sadie Sink leads likable, long MeToo drama

NYC parents

Not Your High School Crucible

Sadie Sink's role in 'John Proctor Is the Villain' has reshaped her understanding of 'The Crucible' through a contemporary lens.

Boston Bruins

'John Proctor is the Villain' review: 'Stranger Things' star Sadie Sink leads likable, long MeToo drama

more#the-crucible

France news

Sexual violence and harassment endemic' in French entertainment industry, report finds

The entertainment industry in France still harbors endemic sexual violence and harassment, despite the impact of the #MeToo movement.

Denise Richards reveals she was sexually harassed early in her career - why she stayed silent

Denise Richards opens up about past sexual harassment in Hollywood, expressing hope for future generations of women in the industry.

fromnypost.com

Olivia Munn once rejected 7 figures' from movie studio after traumatic' incident on set: It was so wrong'

Olivia Munn rejected a seven-figure settlement from a studio over a traumatic incident, prioritizing moral conviction over financial gain.

Media industry

Olivia Munn Wouldn't Sign a NDA for a $1 Million Settlement

Munn declined a million-dollar settlement due to refusing to sign a non-disclosure agreement, highlighting the importance of personal values over financial gain.

fromThe Walrus

Relationships

Are Women Finally Getting What They Want in Age-Gap Movies? | The Walrus

Women in technology

#YouToo, Gwyneth Paltrow? Intimacy coordinators make sex scenes safe for all, not just A-listers | Barbara Ellen

Women

Denise Richards reveals she was sexually harassed early in her career - why she stayed silent

Denise Richards opens up about past sexual harassment in Hollywood, expressing hope for future generations of women in the industry.

fromnypost.com

Olivia Munn once rejected 7 figures' from movie studio after traumatic' incident on set: It was so wrong'

Olivia Munn rejected a seven-figure settlement from a studio over a traumatic incident, prioritizing moral conviction over financial gain.

Media industry

Olivia Munn Wouldn't Sign a NDA for a $1 Million Settlement

Munn declined a million-dollar settlement due to refusing to sign a non-disclosure agreement, highlighting the importance of personal values over financial gain.

fromThe Walrus

Relationships

Are Women Finally Getting What They Want in Age-Gap Movies? | The Walrus

Women in technology

#YouToo, Gwyneth Paltrow? Intimacy coordinators make sex scenes safe for all, not just A-listers | Barbara Ellen

more#hollywood

fromtime.com

Pulse Just Doesn't Know What to Do With Its #MeToo Storyline

It's a hell of a first day in this new role for Simmsâthe school bus incident brings an influx of patients in urgent need, and a hurricane is on the way.

Mental health

Women in technology

Sexual assault allegations seem to be a badge of honor in Trump's America. Was #MeToo an epic failure?

The presence of controversial figures like Andrew Tate at mainstream events highlights a troubling shift in societal attitudes toward accountability and criminal allegations.

Media industry

fromSlate Magazine

The Michael Jackson Documentary That Shook the World Has Vanished

Leaving Neverland 2 received little attention and updates on legal challenges against Michael Jackson's estate after the impactful legacy of the first documentary.

Food & drink

Book Review: Care and Feeding,' by Laurie Woolever; Cellar Rat,' by Hannah Selinger

Both memoirs expose the dark side of the restaurant industry, emphasizing female experiences amidst male-dominated narratives.

Social justice

fromFast Company

Why #MeToo founder Tarana Burke is already planning for the 2026 midterm elections

Tarana Burke emphasizes the ongoing relevance of the #MeToo movement and its future focus on interconnected social issues and political engagement.

Halle Berry pays back' Adrien Brody for 2003 Oscars kiss with a red-carpet kiss

Adrien Brody and Halle Berry humorously revisited their controversial Oscar kiss from 2003 during this year's ceremony, reflecting on the past.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

Michelle Trachtenberg's lasting legacy speaking out against 'Buffy' creator Joss Whedon

Michelle Trachtenberg's legacy includes her advocacy against Joss Whedon's behavior during the #MeToo movement, along with her iconic role on 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'.

fromtime.com