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Teacher jailed for affair with student turned nanny

A former high school teacher from Connecticut has been sentenced to prison for a disturbing sexual relationship with a former student she later hired as a nanny, a case that has shattered professional boundaries.

Teacher jailed for 26 years over student sex assaults

A former high school teacher in Maryland has been sentenced to over two decades in prison for sexually assaulting two teenage students. The disturbing abuse occurred on school property, with one attack taking place in a classroom.

Publisher Drops Appeal in Giuffre Libel Case

The anonymous woman who accused Virginia Giuffre of lying about Jeffrey Epstein has abandoned her UK libel appeal, a major victory for Giuffre and survivors of 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.

Jodi Hildebrandt: Documentary Exposes Child Abuse Horror

An explosive new documentary exposes the harrowing details of convicted child abuser Jodi Hildebrandt's manipulation and the Utah family's desperate fight for justice. Shocking new testimony reveals the extent of the abuse.

Charities condemn linking asylum seekers to sexual abuse

Leading women's and refugee charities issue a joint statement warning against conflating immigration with violence against women, calling for evidence-based policy and an end to inflammatory language that puts vulnerable groups at risk.

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.

Tennis coach jailed for 12 years over abuse of teenagers

Disgraced tennis coach Geoffery Hollow, 75, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison at Isleworth Crown Court for a campaign of sexual abuse against young female pupils. The court heard how he exploited his trusted position over three decades.

Met Police Officer Guilty of Child Rape

A serving Metropolitan Police officer has been convicted of raping a child after a harrowing trial at Winchester Crown Court. PC Cliff Mitchell, 24, exploited his position of trust while committing horrific offences against a vulnerable young victim.

England's Jess Carter targeted with racist abuse online

England and Chelsea defender Jess Carter has been subjected to horrific racist abuse on social media following a crucial Euro 2025 qualifying match, sparking a fresh police investigation and outcry from football authorities.

Church Data Breach Exposes 200 Abuse Victims' Details

Anglican Church leaders face fury after a catastrophic data breach exposed highly sensitive personal information of nearly 200 victims of clergy sexual abuse. The monumental security failure has been condemned by victims and MPs alike.

Architect's Career Ruined by Racist Tirade at Taxi Driver

Prominent architect Nicholas Loftus faces a hefty fine and industry disgrace after being filmed launching a vile, racist attack on a hardworking taxi driver in Central London. The shocking incident, captured on video, reveals a torrent of abuse and threat

Forced to marry my cousin at 14: UK woman's story

A British woman bravely shares her traumatic story of being forced into a cousin marriage as a teenager. She reveals the lasting impact and calls for stronger action against this hidden abuse.

Giuffre Lawyers Accuse Prince Andrew's Team of Victim-Blaming

Virginia Giuffre's lawyers have launched a scathing attack on Prince Andrew's defence team, accusing them of employing 'victim-blaming' strategies and attempting to discredit her account of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse. The fiery exchange occurred in a New Yor

Gymnastics coach banned for life over child abuse images

Wei Jun Soh Lee, a former Gold Coast gymnastics coach, has been handed a life ban by Gymnastics Australia after being convicted of possessing child abuse material. The disgraced coach's crimes have sent shockwaves through the sporting community.

Priest accused of 'God-approved' abuse of altar boy

A Florida Catholic priest is facing a lawsuit after an altar boy alleges he was sexually abused for years and told the acts were 'God-approved'. The shocking case reveals a alleged pattern of grooming and manipulation.

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