A Metropolitan police officer has been charged with a further 6 counts of rape
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Politics
If the government wants to stop rape, it must invest in challenging rape myths
“This is a systemic problem that’s rooted in victim-blaming, rape myths and stereotypes.”
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Politics
“We are deeply ashamed”: the government admits to failing rape survivors
In a landmark report, the government has apologised for letting down rape victims in England and Wales.
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Celebrity
Lady Gaga details the reality of trauma after being sexually assaulted
“Your body remembers...”
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
Will women ever be safe at home or on the streets?
How a week dedicated to celebrating women turned into one about our lack of safety.
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Jameela Jamil just underlined the big problem with that “not all men” argument
It is imperative that we stop making excuses for men’s behaviour.
Relationships
How to identify toxic behaviours early on in any relationship
Abuse can be so subtle at first that over time you may realise you’ve had your autonomy taken away from you but can’t quite identify why or when it started.
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News
40 dangerous myths about dating apps, sex and rape that must be challenged
The Crown Prosecution Service has released new guidance including a list of 40 dangerous myths often used in rape cases which they say must be challenged
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TV
What Netflix’s Criminal gets wrong about rape and consent
“This is a really disappointing and potentially harmful approach for the show to have taken,” says a Rape Crisis spokesperson.
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People
Poldark’s Ciara Charteris chose not to report her rapist. Now, she’s taking the power back
The actor has spoken out about being assaulted by a “close friend.”
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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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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.
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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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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Life
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.
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Life
Michaela Coel shares inspiration for that unforgettable I May Destroy You finale
It is, quite simply, a masterpiece.
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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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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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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.
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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