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fromwww.aljazeera.com
15 hours ago

Sexual violence surged amid war in DRC's North Kivu last year: UN

A sharp increase in sexual violence cases in DRC is reported amid ongoing conflict, with over 17,000 cases recorded in just five months of 2024.
Philosophy
fromAeon
1 week ago

In the face of denial, this film uncovers the hidden scars of Indonesia's 1998 riots | Aeon Videos

Indonesia's 1998 crisis led to the end of Suharto's dictatorship amid violence targeting ethnic Chinese communities and widespread sexual attacks.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The #MeToo campaign leader using the Epstein scandal to champion victims: The survivors are the heroes'

Survivors' voices are vital for the ongoing discourse around sexual violence and accountability.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Their Mass Rape Went Unpunished. Four Decades Later, They Fought Back.

In the early 1980s, a brutal civil war was raging in remote Guatemalan villages, like those around the town of Rabinal, where violence left the countryside dotted with mass graves.
Social justice
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Gisele Pelicot awarded France's highest honour as country marks Bastille Day

Gisele Pelicot received France's highest honor for her fight against sexual violence, emphasizing the importance of confronting such crimes.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Pro-Palestine Activists Are Facing Horrifying Abuse Online

Pro-Palestinian activists face widespread online harassment, including threats of sexual violence and graphic misogyny.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Tori Amos: Boys for Pele

Boys for Pele explores themes of trauma and revenge influenced by personal assault and cultural reflections on male authority.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Israeli report accuses Hamas of using sexual violence as weapon of war

Hamas employed sexual violence as a tactical weapon during the October 7 attacks, aiming to silence victims and obstruct investigations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There is no safe way to do it': the rapid rise and horrifying risks of choking during sex

I was an avid Hinge and Tinder user and I liked to think of myself as the cool girl. But I've been thinking about it so much I'm not sure why.
LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Diddy verdict raises questions over domestic abuse, power and coercion

The jury found Sean Diddy Combs guilty of transporting individuals to engage in prostitution, but not guilty of sex trafficking or racketeering related to his parties.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Accused 'seen dancing after fatally stabbing man'

Mr Mosquera recorded himself having sex with Albert Alfonso before fatally stabbing him. Two men were killed on July 8, 2024, with Mr Mosquera denying murder.
UK news
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

DR Congo war triggers surge in sexualized violence DW 06/30/2025

M23 rebels and allied militias have committed widespread atrocities, including sexual violence, against women and children in the Bukavu region.
US news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Garda who impersonated his female colleague online and encouraged men to rape her was a trusted family friend, court hears

Flanagan impersonated a woman online, inciting men to commit violent acts against her, revealing the dangers of digital impersonation.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

DR Congo: Drastic increase in sexual violence DW 06/30/2025

The M23 rebellion has intensified violence and sexual atrocities, particularly against women, in Eastern Congo, where survivors face significant barriers to seeking justice.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Rusted screws, metal spikes and plastic rubbish: the horrific sexual violence used against Tigray's women

The brutal sexual violence against Tigrayan women reveals a systematic attempt to destroy their fertility and ethnic identity.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Predator who raped schoolgirl, 13, in an alleyway near Croydon shopping centre is jailed

Amini's attack on this vulnerable girl was predatory and calculated. He has demonstrated himself to be a dangerous sexual offender and this sentence prevents him from harming anyone else.
London politics
#andrew-tate
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Civil case against influencer Andrew Tate is first of its kind, UK judge told

Andrew Tate faces civil allegations of sexual violence and coercive control, setting a legal precedent in the UK.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Civil case against influencer Andrew Tate is first of its kind, UK judge told

Andrew Tate faces civil allegations of sexual violence and coercive control, setting a legal precedent in the UK.
#war-crimes
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

In Haiti, a record number of people have been displaced from their homes

Diana Manilla Arroyo states, 'This hospital has been completely overwhelmed with the demand in the last few months,' describing the dire situation as violence escalates.
Black Lives Matter
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

How each Diddy victim testified and how it could sway the trial's outcome

Sean Combs faces serious allegations of violence from seven women, impacting his trial's outcome significantly.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: At Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial, the women testifying are on trial too

Survivors of sexual violence continue facing scrutiny and doubt, stemming from entrenched societal biases about how victims should behave.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Woman escapes 2-year imprisonment in Bay Area Hyatt hotel

A man received a 394-year prison sentence for torturing and abusing a woman for two years at a hotel.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Women and girls not safe anywhere' as Darfur suffers surge in sexual violence

Women and girls in Darfur face severe threats of sexual violence amid ongoing conflict, as documented by MSF.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Man who raped his daughter when she was a child fails in appeal over conviction for sexual abuse of her sister

Oliver Berry's conviction was upheld after he attempted to overturn it, having previously committed severe sexual abuse against his daughters, highlighting serious systemic failures.
Parenting
fromMail Online
2 months ago

How does chemical castration work? Step-by-step guide to the process

The UK government plans to chemically castrate sex offenders to decrease sexual drive and re-offending rates.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Not to Talk About the Sean Diddy Combs Legal Case

Language plays a critical role in discussing sexual and domestic violence, influencing perceptions of victims and perpetrators.
Social justice
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

At long last, Michigan State aligns with Larry Nassar survivors

Michigan State University is now taking collaborative steps to address sexual violence after years of indifference toward survivors.
fromVulture
3 months ago

Andor's Adria Arjona Doesn't See Bix As a Victim

"It's not really important whether it was controversial or not; if we're showing all parts of history, then you've gotta show that part. Rape and abuse of power lives in our world and also lives in the galaxy far, far away."
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

More than 480 civilians killed in Sudan's North Darfur over two weeks: UN

The suffering of the Sudanese people is hard to imagine, harder to comprehend and simply impossible to accept, said UN rights chief Volker Turk.
UK news
fromHarlem, NY Patch
4 months ago

Man Sexually Assaulted Woman At Gunpoint On Manhattan Street, DA Says

Brown will serve 20 years in a state prison, followed by 25 years of post-release supervision, Bragg said. Brown will also be required to complete the New York State Sex Offender Registration.
NYC LGBT
Social justice
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Commentary: California's first partner has a plan to fix the epidemic of violence against women

Sexual violence is a pervasive issue affecting one in five American women, highlighting a societal crisis that needs urgent attention.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

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.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

Four men charged in France 'libertine' gang rape case

A French magistrate charges four men linked to gang rapes over a decade involving coercion and torture in the swinging scene.
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