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Dating
“I got a lifetime ban from a dating app – and discovered the sinister world of revenge reporting”
Dating apps are designed to be deleted, but what happens when they delete you first? We look inside the murky world of revenge reporting online.
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- Anna Prendergast
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Life
What is survival sex and why are so many women relying on it?
The pandemic is having a disproportionate effect on women in dark ways.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Celebrity
Why “he seems such a nice guy” is the wrong response to abuse allegations
“If we’re looking for monsters, we’ll never find them.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
AOC on surviving sexual assault, trauma and the “tactics of abusers”
She has shared her story on Instagram.
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- Hollie Richardson
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- Kayleigh Dray
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The BBC’s A Teacher makes a vital point about grooming and abuse
“Storylines like those seen in A Teacher are vital in changing the perception of sexual abuse at the hands of women.”
Podcasts
Why everyone’s talking about Samantha Morton’s incredible Desert Island Discs episode
The actor spoke bravely and candidly to Lauren Laverne.
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- Hollie Richardson
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TV
This new Jeffrey Epstein documentary finally gives a voice to survivors
“There’s no strength in being quiet. Your strength is in your voice.”
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- Kayleigh Dray
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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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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
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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Life
The vital documentary we all need to sit up and pay attention to
The critically-acclaimed Athlete A is available to stream on Netflix from 24 June.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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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
The domestic abuse bill has finally returned to parliament – so what’s next?
A new version of the domestic abuse bill is now making its way through parliament. But what will it really mean for women?
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- Moya Crockett and Hollie Richardson
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Life
What the BBC’s Normal People gets right – and wrong – about BDSM
People have a lot to say about Normal People’s depiction of sexual domination and submission...
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- Kayleigh Dray
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People
Angelina Jolie calls out the hidden cost of child abuse that is being fuelled by lockdown
The actor and UN special envoy has highlighted the plight of vulnerable children during the coronavirus crisis.
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- Anna Brech
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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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People
Hachette employees stage walk-out over Woody Allen’s memoir
All the reactions to the director’s controversial new book deal.
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- Jessica Rapana
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Life
All the latest in the Cyprus rape case appeal
The British teenager has launched an appeal against her conviction for lying
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- Anna Brech
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- Lauren Geall
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Rose McGowan responds to Weinstein’s “forgotten man” comments in a powerful statement
“I didn’t forget you, Harvey. My body didn’t forget you,” she wrote.
People
Exclusive: Kelly Sundberg gets real about the healing power of storytelling
“I’ve had to grieve and say goodbye to the girl I was before my abuse,” says the author.
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- Kelly Sundberg
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