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People
Rape Crisis charity call decision to let accused Tory MP return to work “extremely disappointing”
The MP has voluntarily agreed not to return to Westminster next month, but will continue to represent his constituents from home.
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- Lauren Geall
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People
Jess Phillips calls for suspension of Tory MP arrested on suspicion of rape
According to reports, the unnamed politician was arrested after a former parliamentary staff member accused him of rape, sexual assault and coercive control.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Life
Rape convictions are at an all time low, and it is a “national emergency”
The figures are being described as “dismal” by campaigners.
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- Hollie Richardson
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People
Michaela Coel shares the real-life experiences that inspired I May Destroy You
“I sat there sort of realising that the course of my life was forever going to change.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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- Moya Crockett
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Why it matters that police can no longer ask rape victims to hand over their phones
The practice is believed to have retraumatised some survivors and discouraged others from reporting their assault at all.
Life
Michaela Coel shares inspiration for that unforgettable I May Destroy You finale
It is, quite simply, a masterpiece.
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- Hollie Richardson
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People
Thandie Newton’s tale of abuse has been lost in those Tom Cruise “pimple” headlines
“If you’re a young Black girl and you get raped, in the film business, no one’s going to f**king care.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Duffy criticises Netflix’s 365 Days film for “glamourising rape” in a powerful open letter
It's currently a top 10 film on the streaming platform.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
I’ll Be Gone In The Dark could be the most important true crime series yet
The Sky Crime series will bring Michelle McNamara’s investigation into violent predator ‘The Golden State Killer’ to life in terrifying detail.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Tiffany Haddish says she “lost a little bit of my soul” after being raped by police cadet
“I had to learn revenge is not really where it’s at.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Life
Netflix and the creator of Big Little Lies are working on a new adaptation of Anatomy of a Scandal
Based on the bestselling book by Sarah Vaughan.
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- Anna Brech
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- Hollie Richardson
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Lady Gaga’s words on feeling ashamed after sexual assault are a difficult but vital listen
The singer has given an in-depth interview to mark the release of her new album Chromatica.
Life
We need to talk about that controversial Outlander finale
Why does the show keep relying on rape storylines?
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
Believe Me: woman accused of lying about Cyprus gang rape to speak in new ITV documentary
The 19-year-old says police in Ayia Napa forced her to retract her sexual assault claim against 12 men.
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- Anna Brech
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People
The details of Duffy’s rape ordeal are horrifying, but we mustn’t ignore them
Duffy’s story is a vital read, even if we want to ignore bad news at the moment.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Long Reads
Weinstein’s sentence proves the tide is turning. Let’s keep pushing for change
Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 23 years in prison, after being found guilty of third degree rape and first degree criminal sexual act.
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- Nell Frizzell
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Long Reads
To all the women who didn’t dare believe Weinstein would go to jail
We thought justice was impossible. We were wrong.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 23 years in prison – here is everything you need to know
The decision was announced in a New York court today.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Why Harvey Weinstein’s accusers want their $25 million settlement deal reconsidered
An open letter from seven women criticised the Attorney General for supporting the “unfair” agreement.
Long Reads
The proof that sexual abusers in the workplace will finally get their day of reckoning
The Harvey Weinstein verdict is just the start.
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- Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu
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