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www.nytimes.com
2 days ago
New York City

New Weinstein Accusers Have Come Forward, Prosecutors Say

Manhattan prosecutors may seek new charges against Harvey Weinstein for sexual assault allegations, preparing for a retrial post-conviction overturning. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
New York City

Is Harvey Weinstein's California conviction in jeopardy after N.Y. appeals ruling?

Weinstein's defense attorney in the Los Angeles case believes the same legal strategy that led to the overturning of his New York conviction should work in California as well. [ more ]
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www.bbc.com
20 hours ago
UK news

Ex-Tory MP Julian Knight to stand as independent

Former Conservative MP Julian Knight to stand as independent in Solihull election after being suspended over sexual assault allegations. [ more ]
#legal-proceedings
www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Arts

His lawyer says Kevin Spacey strenuously denies sex charges

Kevin Spacey strenuously denies sexual assault allegations in London court. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

New York City mayor Eric Adams faces sexual assault lawsuit

The lawsuit accuses NYC Mayor Eric Adams of sexually assaulting a woman in 1993 and demanding a sexual favor for career advancement. Adams vehemently denies the allegations. [ more ]
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#dak-prescott
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
4 weeks ago
Dallas Cowboys

Dallas police no longer pursuing criminal case against Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

The Dallas police department stopped pursuing sexual assault claims against Dak Prescott due to insufficient evidence. [ more ]
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
1 month ago
Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott cooperates with Dallas police as part of rape investigation

Dak Prescott submitted to a police interview to address alleged sexual assault accusations. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
Dallas Cowboys

Lawsuit against Dak moved to different county

Lawsuit against Dak Prescott moved to Collin County for convenience. [ more ]
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#gerard-depardieu
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Gerard Depardieu Ordered to Stand Trial in Sexual Assault Case

Gerard Depardieu ordered to stand trial for alleged sexual assaults during a 2021 film shoot, facing growing accusations and tarnishing his global reputation. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Women

Gerard Depardieu released after questioning over alleged sexual assaults

Gerard Depardieu released after being questioned about sexual assault allegations on film sets. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
France politics

Gerard Depardieu questioned by French police over sexual assault allegations

French actor Gerard Depardieu questioned by French police over new sexual assault allegations. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
France politics

Police Summon Actor Gerard Depardieu for Questioning Over Sexual Assault Allegations

Gerard Depardieu summoned for questioning regarding sexual assault allegations on movie sets. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
France politics

French media: Police summon actor Gerard Depardieu for questioning about sexual assault allegations

French actor Gerard Depardieu summoned for police questioning regarding sexual assault allegations on movie sets. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
New York City

Russell Brand reveals incredible' baptism in River Thames

Russell Brand got baptized in the River Thames, describing it as a profound experience. [ more ]
Mission Local
1 month ago
Dining

El lider comunitario, Jon Jacobo, es acusado nuevamente de violacion y agresion, renuncia a su cargo

Jon Jacobo, a community leader, resigned amidst multiple accusations of sexual assault. Calls for police accountability and due process highlight the complex nature of addressing such allegations. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
Women in technology

Columnist relishes the "karmic justice" of 5 powerful women bringing down Donald Trump

Trump haunted by 'nasty women' taking him down. [ more ]
#alex-spiro
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Law

Mayor Adams confident in Law Department's move to hire lawyer Alex Spiro to aid in his sexual assault defense | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams is confident in the city Law Department's decision to hire celebrity lawyer Alex Spiro for his defense.
Lorna Beach-Mathura accuses Mayor Adams of sexual assault in a decades-old case that he vehemently denies. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Eric Adams taps high-profile attorney in Elon Musk's inner circle to defend him in sex assault suit

Alex Spiro, a high-profile attorney, will help defend Mayor Eric Adams against a lawsuit alleging sexual assault from over three decades ago.
Spiro, known for representing celebrities like Elon Musk and Jay-Z, will assist in the case brought by Lorna Beach-Mathura, denying the accusations against Adams. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Sean Combs' son Christian accused of sexual assault on yacht Diddy chartered

Sean "Diddy" Combs faces another lawsuit alleging sexual assault by his son Christian "King" Combs on a superyacht.
The lawsuit accuses Christian Combs of drugging and assaulting a steward, with Diddy being implicated for premises liability and aiding in the assault. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

After Flapping His Schlapp, CPAC Head Forced To Admit Accuser Was Paid To Drop Sexual Batter Claims

Conservative lobbyist Matt Schlapp faced sexual assault accusations that were later dropped by the accuser.
Schlapp portrayed the situation as an attack by the left-wing media on conservative values. [ more ]
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
2 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

What Jerry Jones said about Cowboys QB Dak Prescott's extortion lawsuit, legal issues

Jerry Jones supports Prescott amid legal issues
Prescott involved in police investigations and civil lawsuit for extortion. [ more ]
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BKReader
2 months ago
NYC politics

Adams Denies Sexual Assault Allegations

Mayor Eric Adams denies sexual assault allegations
Mayor Adams admits knowing Chinese business magnate Hui Qin [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

It did not happen': Mayor Adams vehemently denies sexual assault allegations following release of explicit legal filing | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams denies sexual assault allegations from the 1990s.
Adams portrays himself as an advocate for disadvantaged people. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams denies graphic sexual assault lawsuit claims: 'This did not happen'

Mayor Eric Adams denied sexual assault allegations from three decades ago.
The accuser filed a $5 million lawsuit claiming Adams preyed on her in 1993. [ more ]
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Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Disgraced Fighting Game Pro Returns To Tournaments, Prompting Outcry

iOverthk, formerly known as OmGiTzAndre, returned to the fighting game community after being accused of sexual assault and banned from tournaments.
Despite being accused and banned in 2018, iOverthk participated in a recent FGC tournament and achieved a top 8 placement in a major event. [ more ]
#metoo-movement
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Women

French media personality Gerard Miller investigated over rape claims

Allegations of rape and sexual assault against French psychoanalyst Gerard Miller
#MeToo movement gaining momentum in France with accusations against powerful men [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

L.A. ethics panel rejects proposed $11,250 fine for Leslie Moonves as too low

City Ethics Commission rejected proposed settlement with Leslie Moonves for interfering with police investigation.
Commissioners believed the allegations against Moonves warranted a stronger penalty. [ more ]
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www.france24.com
3 months ago
France news

Former bishop Christopher Saunders charged with sex crimes in Australia

Bishop in Australia charged with rape and assault, significant Vatican investigation led to his arrest.
Archbishop of Perth acknowledges the distressing allegations and emphasizes the importance of thorough investigation. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Phoebe Bridgers, in 2024 Grammys Press Room With Boygenius, Tells Ex-CEO Neil Portnow to "Rot in Piss"

Phoebe Bridgers called out former Recording Academy chairman Neil Portnow at the 2024 Grammys over his 2018 comments about women in music and the sexual assault allegations he is facing.
Bridgers' statement was supported by her Boygenius bandmates Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus, who described her comments as 'rock'n' roll'. [ more ]
#donald-trump
New York City, NY Patch
4 months ago
US politics

Trump Testified In His Defense In NYC Suit - For Less Than 3 Minutes

Former President Donald Trump made brief remarks during a jury trial, breaking the judge's rules and claiming sexual assault allegations were false.
The judge swiftly instructed jurors to disregard Trump's remarks, and Trump expressed his displeasure, stating 'This is not America.' [ more ]
www.cnn.com
4 months ago
US politics

Trump's trial in E. Jean Carroll defamation case

Carroll's attorney argues for "very significant" damages sum
Trump's attorney says Carroll has prospered since the allegations came out [ more ]
HuffPost
4 months ago
US news

Stephen Colbert Gives Republican Voters The Ugliest Truth About Their Own Party

Stephen Colbert uses Florida case to criticize Republican voters' support for Trump
Colbert highlights the hypocrisy of the Florida Republican Party [ more ]
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www.dailynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Nigel Lythgoe lists California home for $5 million amid sexual assault allegations

Nigel Lythgoe has put his Toluca Lake home on the market for $4.995 million.
The house features five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a large movie theater, gym, and an open-concept gourmet kitchen. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
5 months ago
Education

Activist shuts down Moms for Liberty leader over refusal to resign from school

A former student publicly shamed Bridget Ziegler, a Republican school board member and co-founder of Moms for Liberty, for being bad at her job and refusing to resign.
The shaming came after allegations of sexual assault made by a woman involving Ziegler and her husband. [ more ]
#sexual assault allegations
The Messenger
6 months ago
NYC politics

Trump Defends Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo After Sexual Assault Accusations: 'Unconstitutional'

Former President Trump defends Mayor Adams and former Governor Cuomo against sexual assault allegations.
Trump criticizes a New York law that allows for lawsuits to be filed decades later with no proof.
The law Trump is referring to is The Adult Survivors Act, which was signed into law in New York in 2022. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

Crispin Odey faces driving ban just weeks after hedge fund collapsed amid sex assault claims

Crispin Odey, a London financier, is facing a driving ban after being caught speeding twice in six weeks.
Odey was forced out of his hedge fund due to sexual assault allegations.
He already has nine penalty points on his license and is likely to face a six-month road ban. [ more ]
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