Priest resigns over sex-for-money allegations from teen
Heather Jones, 33, speaks out after priest Robert Sullivan's resignation. She alleges a relationship began when she was 17. Read the full story of accountability and the church's response.
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Big Brother Star Named in New Orleans Clergy Abuse Case
A former Big Brother contestant is among those accused in a major New Orleans clergy sexual abuse lawsuit. Read the latest developments in this ongoing scandal.
Pastor Announces Gender Transition During Sunday Sermon
Reverend Phil Phaneuf, 51, revealed she is transgender to her Methodist church in New York. The United Methodist Church recently removed LGBTQ+ clergy bans. Read the full story.
New Orleans Church Settles Abuse Claims for $100m
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has agreed to a landmark $100 million settlement with 450 clergy abuse survivors, a pivotal step in a long-running bankruptcy case. Discover the details of the historic agreement.
Children suffer food poverty and stolen money in economic abuse
New research reveals a hidden crisis of economic abuse harming UK children, with perpetrators stealing pocket money and depriving families of essentials. Learn the signs and where to find support.
4 Million UK Children Affected by Economic Abuse
A shocking study reveals nearly 4 million UK children are impacted by economic abuse, a hidden crisis where partners control finances. One survivor shares her harrowing story of debt and control.
Sydney Men Charged in International Child Abuse Ring
Four Sydney men face charges for allegedly distributing child sexual abuse material linked to a global network with ritualistic themes. Police seized thousands of videos. Read the full report.
New Orleans Archbishop Apologises to Abuse Survivors
Archbishop Gregory Aymond apologises to clergy abuse survivors in a $230m settlement case. Learn about the landmark bankruptcy proceedings and its impact.
Young adults miss economic abuse warning signs
A new survey reveals young adults are less likely to spot economic abuse red flags. Learn the warning signs and how a new campaign aims to raise awareness across all generations.
Three in 80s arrested over Bradford care home abuse
Three people in their 80s arrested over non-recent child sex abuse at Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. Report via 101 or live chat.
New Orleans $230m Clergy Abuse Settlement Trial Starts
Federal bankruptcy trial begins for New Orleans archdiocese's $230m clergy abuse settlement affecting 650 survivors. Judge to decide if plan delivers justice after years of delays.
Medomsley: 2,000+ Young Men Abused in Scandal
Damning report reveals systematic sexual and physical abuse of over 2,000 young men at Medomsley Detention Centre, with one of Britain's most prolific sex offenders operating unchecked for decades.
Pastor guilty of missionary wife murder in Angola
Shocking conviction of American pastor Jackie Shroyer for the brutal murder of his wife during their religious mission in Angola reveals dark secrets behind the missionary facade.
The Lost Boys of Mercury: Church Abuse Documentary Exposes Scars
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of Catholic school abuse in Scotland, uncovering institutional failures and the enduring search for justice.
Louisiana Catholic Diocese Files Bankruptcy Over Abuse Claims
The Catholic Diocese of Lake Charles becomes Louisiana's latest religious district to seek bankruptcy protection as it faces mounting legal claims from survivors of historical clergy sexual abuse.
1000+ Anglican clergy join Catholic Church via Ordinariate
In an unprecedented religious shift, over 1,000 Anglican clergy and thousands of lay followers have joined the Catholic Church through the Ordinariate since 2011, creating new challenges for Church of England leadership.
New Orleans Catholic Church Abuse Survivors Confront Archbishop
In an unprecedented legal confrontation, sexual abuse survivors confronted New Orleans' Catholic leadership over the archdiocese's bankruptcy protection bid, alleging it shields assets rather than victims.
Child sex abuse inquiry: 3 years on, justice delayed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark child sex abuse inquiry faces mounting criticism over delays and survivor treatment as crucial hearings remain incomplete.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Surviving Malka Leifer: Sisters' Abuse Ordeal Exposed
A powerful new documentary reveals the traumatic story of three sisters abused by their school principal and their 15-year fight for justice across two continents.
Florida nurse jailed for stepson abuse
Alexis Von Yates, a Florida nurse, has been sentenced to prison for the systematic abuse of her 11-year-old stepson, including withholding food and forcing him to sleep in a locked bathroom.
Buffalo Catholic Diocese files bankruptcy over abuse claims
The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo has sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it faces mounting legal claims from childhood sexual abuse survivors, forcing the potential sale of churches and schools across Western New York.
Texas Megachurch Founder Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse
Robert Morris, founder of Gateway Church in Texas, admits to sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s, leading to his resignation from the 100,000-member megachurch.
Jackson Irvine targeted by online trolls - FC St Pauli responds
Australian midfielder Jackson Irvine becomes victim of coordinated online harassment campaign, prompting strong response from German club FC St. Pauli and football community.
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.
Sydney school sexual abuse allegations spark police probe
Exclusive: Ella Clements bravely comes forward with disturbing claims of historical sexual abuse at prestigious Sydney boys' school, sparking police investigation and community outrage.
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