Shocking new data reveals child abuse cases linked to witchcraft and demonic possession beliefs have reached unprecedented levels in England, with authorities reporting brutal exorcisms and torture of vulnerable children.
A woman who grew up in a secretive cult shares her shocking story of mass suicides, psychological control, and her courageous escape to build a new life.
Shocking new data reveals how former partners are using technology to harass, monitor and control victims in post-relationship abuse cases across the UK.
A controversial religious figure in Indonesia has been detained by Islamic sharia police after declaring himself divine, sparking debates about religious freedom and enforcement in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.
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.
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.
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.
Robert Shinn, founder of a prominent Texas megachurch, faces decades behind bars after being found guilty of multiple child sex offences involving teenage congregants.
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.
Australian midfielder Jackson Irvine becomes victim of coordinated online harassment campaign, prompting strong response from German club FC St. Pauli and football community.
Singer FKA Twigs reveals she cannot settle domestic abuse case against ex Shia LaBeouf due to ongoing safety concerns in emotional court testimony.
A violent shooting at a Mormon church in Utah leaves multiple people wounded as authorities launch a hate crime investigation into the attack on religious worshippers.
Exclusive: Ella Clements bravely comes forward with disturbing claims of historical sexual abuse at prestigious Sydney boys' school, sparking police investigation and community outrage.
A mass religious ceremony in India organised by a hardline Hindu group, aiming to 'reconvert' thousands of Muslims and Christians back to Hinduism, has ignited a firestorm of controversy and allegations of coercion.
Explosive claims emerge as Errol Musk, father of tech billionaire Elon, is accused by multiple stepchildren of historic sexual abuse spanning decades in South Africa.
Exclusive: Maths teacher Joseph Aiston, once hailed a 'superteacher', begins a 12-year sentence for the systematic sexual abuse and rape of a teenage girl he targeted as his pupil.
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.
Mykill Puckett, a Kentucky father, has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for the horrific and systematic abuse of his infant daughter, leaving the child with life-altering injuries.
Exclusive investigation reveals a shocking website using AI chatbots to generate and share illegal child sexual abuse material, evading current safeguards and prompting urgent calls for government action.
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.
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.
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has formally denied 26 charges of historical sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. The 82-year-old's case has been adjourned until November.
A powerful new documentary uncovers decades of clergy abuse and cover-ups within the New Orleans Catholic Archdiocese, featuring harrowing survivor testimonies and allegations of evidence destruction.
A former daycare worker in Minnesota has admitted to kicking multiple toddlers in a 'pattern of abuse', facing up to two years in prison for her disturbing actions.
AFL journalist Lauren Wood has bravely shared the shocking torrent of misogynistic abuse she received on social media platform X after reporting on Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith's outburst towards a female photographer at GMHBA Stadium.
A shocking court case reveals a 13-year-old girl was systematically raped and abused by multiple family members in the West Midlands. The perpetrators have been jailed for their horrific crimes.
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.
Independent MP Zali Steggall faces a torrent of online abuse and death threats following targeted criticism by controversial US conservative Charlie Kirk, prompting a police investigation and raising serious concerns about politician safety.
A distressing case of animal cruelty emerges from Oregon as a poodle-mix puppy is rescued with its muzzle cruelly bound shut with tape, prompting a police investigation and an outpouring of support for its recovery.
Robert Huber, a former maths tutor from Surrey, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for a catalogue of sexual abuse against a 15-year-old girl, exploiting his position of trust in a case described by the judge as a 'gross breach'.