LA County agrees to $700m sexual abuse settlement
Los Angeles County agrees to pay nearly $700 million to settle sexual abuse claims involving over 1,300 plaintiffs in what becomes one of the largest institutional abuse settlements in US history.
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Teacher faces 90 abuse charges in international scandal
A former Scottish private school teacher is standing trial facing 90 charges of historical abuse against schoolboys, with new allegations emerging from South Africa involving a 12-year-old victim.
New Orleans Priest Arrested in Sexual Abuse Case
A Catholic priest from New Orleans has been arrested on multiple sexual abuse charges involving a minor, sending shockwaves through the local community and raising serious questions about institutional accountability.
Surviving a salon shooting: My ex-husband's attack
A courageous hairdresser shares her harrowing story of surviving a close-range shooting by her ex-husband at the salon where she worked, exposing the brutal reality of domestic violence escalation in the UK.
Domestic abuse in most family court cases - watchdog
A landmark investigation exposes that domestic abuse allegations feature in most family court proceedings in England and Wales, raising urgent questions about victim protection and legal system pressures.
Boarding School Abuse Survivor Finds Peace After 60 Years
After sixty years of carrying traumatic memories, a survivor of systematic sexual abuse at the hands of sadistic teachers in a British boarding school reveals her harrowing journey toward closure and justice.
Domestic abuse victim's suicide ruled unlawful killing
In a groundbreaking legal precedent, Georgia's tragic suicide has been ruled an unlawful killing by her abusive partner, setting a new standard in domestic violence cases across England.
Police Chief Apologises for Clare's Law Failures
Exclusive: A police force admits catastrophic failures in handling domestic violence disclosure schemes, leaving vulnerable women at risk from violent partners they could have been warned about.
Ex-Partner Digital Abuse Epidemic Revealed
Shocking new data reveals how former partners are using technology to harass, monitor and control victims in post-relationship abuse cases across the UK.
FKA Twigs: No Safe Settlement in LaBeouf Abuse Case
Singer FKA Twigs reveals she cannot settle domestic abuse case against ex Shia LaBeouf due to ongoing safety concerns in emotional court testimony.
Woman's husband tried to erase her past in coercive control nightmare
A woman shares her harrowing story of coercive control, revealing how her husband systematically erased her past, isolated her from loved ones, and attempted to destroy her identity before she found the strength to escape.
Teen boyfriend used my nudes to blackmail me for sex
A brave survivor reveals how her teenage boyfriend used intimate images as a weapon of coercion, trapping her in a cycle of sexual abuse and blackmail. Her story exposes a terrifying modern form of abuse plaguing young people.
Kelly Brook: Coerced into Cancelling My Wedding
Model and actress Kelly Brook opens up for the first time about the disturbing coercion that led to her calling off her wedding to a former partner, sharing her emotional journey to empowerment.
Mum's tongue cut out in vicious UK machete attack
A UK mother endures a brutal machete attack by her ex-partner, resulting in the loss of her tongue. The horrific assault in her own home has left her with life-altering injuries and a long road to recovery.
Government axes emergency domestic violence app funding
Exclusive: A groundbreaking smartphone app designed to instantly alert police and trusted contacts when a domestic violence victim is in 'immediate danger' has been shut down after the Home Office withdrew its funding, leaving survivors fearing for their
Santa Monica faces bankruptcy over £230m abuse scandal
The City of Santa Monica faces financial catastrophe and potential bankruptcy as it grapples with a devastating £230 million settlement for a historic child sex abuse scandal at its public schools.
UK Woman's Harrowing Tale of Domestic Abuse Survival
A courageous UK domestic abuse survivor shares her horrific ordeal after her ex-partner doused her in bleach, killed her beloved dog, and left her fearing for her life in a terrifying campaign of coercive control.
New Orleans Archdiocese $100m Sex Abuse Settlement
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans has reached a historic $100 million settlement with over 300 survivors of childhood sexual abuse, a pivotal moment in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Jelena Dokic Breaks Silence on Joyous New Relationship
Former tennis champion Jelena Dokic breaks her silence on a joyous new chapter, sharing her journey of finding love after years of trauma and personal struggle.
Police tell domestic abuse victims to 'call back later'
Exclusive investigation reveals victims of domestic violence are being failed by police call handlers who dismiss urgent pleas for help, with one woman told to call back after being assaulted.
Emmerdale's Cruel Twist Sparks Fan Fury Over Tom King
Emmerdale has unleashed its most devastating storyline of the year as Tom King's coercive control over wife Belle Dingle reaches a terrifying new low, leaving the ITV soap's audience reeling and demanding justice.
MP Apsana Begum reveals domestic abuse ordeal in Commons
Poplar and Limehouse MP Apsana Begum delivers powerful personal account of coercive control and survival, calling for greater awareness and support for victims.
Daughter of Abuser Voluntarily Enters NSW Prison After His Death
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
Govt backs secret phones for domestic abuse victims
Ministers are backing a groundbreaking national scheme to provide domestic abuse survivors with covert 'second phones' pre-loaded with emergency support, aiming to protect them from tech-savvy abusers.
A House on Fire: Critics Hail 'Terrifying' ITV Drama
ITV's chilling new drama 'A House on Fire' has left critics in awe, earning five-star reviews for its terrifyingly realistic portrayal of a family torn apart by coercive control and psychological abuse.
Danielle Mason: Abuse Claims and Court Injunction Breach
Exclusive: Reality TV star Danielle Mason shares shocking images of her injuries and alleges a campaign of domestic abuse by her former fiancé, claiming he has violated a family court injunction.
Femicide UK: 1 Woman Killed by a Man Every 3 Days
Exclusive analysis for the UK Parliament uncovers the harrowing scale of femicide, with 208 women killed by men in a single year. Labour MP Jess Phillips delivers the grim findings.
Love Island Star Sues Ex Over 'Coercive Control' and Abuse
Former Love Island contestant Shaughna Phillips speaks out on her landmark lawsuit against reality TV ex Billy Brown, alleging a campaign of coercive control and abuse that left her a 'shadow' of herself. Exclusive details on the case gripping the UK.
Abusive killer's manslaughter plea accepted in court
Exclusive: The family of murdered Elle Edwards slam the justice system after her abusive ex-partner, Michael Edwards, is allowed to plead guilty to manslaughter, dodging a murder trial.
UK Emergency Alert Test: Critical Safety Warning Issued
The UK government's upcoming emergency alert test could pose serious risks for drivers and victims of domestic abuse. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
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