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.
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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.
Girl, 10, sexually abused and killed as mother watched
Horrific 2018 case reveals Victoria Martens was sexually abused, killed and dismembered on her birthday while her mother watched. Three perpetrators sentenced.
Teacher avoids £1m payout in historic abuse case
Sydney teacher Helga Lam avoids £1m payout after judge rules she wouldn't have understood harm of sexual abuse in 1970s. Read the full ruling details.
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.
Three in 80s held in Bradford child abuse investigation
Two men and a woman, all in their 80s, have been arrested over historic child sexual abuse allegations at former Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward.
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.
NZ Police Chief Faces Decade in Prison for Sex Abuse
Former NZ deputy police commissioner Jevon McSkimming admits possessing child sexual abuse material, sparking national outrage and police integrity crisis. Sentencing due December.
NZ Police Chief Faces Decade in Prison for Abuse Images
Former deputy police commissioner Jevon McSkimming admits possessing child sexual abuse material, sparking outrage and police reform demands in New Zealand. Read the full investigation.
Seven Men Charged With 40+ Child Sex Offences in Bristol
Seven men from four nations charged with over 40 offences against teenage girls in Bristol. The group faces rape and drug supply charges following a major police investigation.
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.
Solicitor jailed for sexually abusing clients
Former solicitor Richard Masters receives 15-year sentence for sexually assaulting multiple female clients after gaining their trust through legal proceedings.
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.
Andrew's abuse victims deliver powerful court statements
Survivors of sexual abuse by Andrew Evans share harrowing testimonies in court, detailing lifelong trauma and calling for accountability in landmark case.
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.
Disgraced MP Gareth Ward Guilty of Sexual Assault
Former Conservative MP Gareth Ward convicted of brutal sexual assaults against two men while serving in public office. Read the shocking details of the case that has rocked Westminster.
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.
Buddhist monk guilty of child sex abuse in Melbourne temple
A senior Buddhist monk at a Melbourne temple has been convicted of multiple child sexual abuse offences, with victims as young as five years old suffering systematic abuse over several years.
Hundreds report sexual abuse in UK army medicals
Shocking revelations emerge as hundreds of women allege systematic sexual abuse during UK military medical assessments spanning five decades, prompting calls for official inquiry.
Ex-NHL star Ryan Kesler charged with criminal sexual conduct
Ex-Anaheim Ducks centre Ryan Kesler charged with two misdemeanour counts of criminal sexual conduct following alleged incidents in 2023, as hockey world reacts to the scandal.
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.
Paedophile police informant jailed for 14 years
A predatory paedophile who sexually abused a young boy before becoming a police informant has been sentenced to 14 years behind bars in a shocking case that raises serious questions about police informant vetting procedures.
Virginia Giuffre's memoir reveals Epstein abuse details
Virginia Giuffre's powerful new memoir 'Nobody's Girl' reveals shocking details of her abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew, detailing her journey from victim to advocate.
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