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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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- Kayleigh Dray
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Adult Material: Channel 4’s daring new drama goes inside the porn industry
A funny, refreshing and female-led look at the adult film business.
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- Anna Brech
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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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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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- Kayleigh Dray
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- Lauren Geall
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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.
“Charlie Elphicke’s conviction was a victory for the women who reported him, but we have more to do”
After ex-MP Charlie Elphicke was convicted for sexual assault, another sitting MP was arrested on suspicion of rape. We can't stop here, says Mandu Reid.
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- Mandu Reid
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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.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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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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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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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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- Moya Crockett
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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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- Hollie Richardson
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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.
Duffy shares new single on Instagram for “the better days to come”
River in the Sky is a beautiful listen.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Adele just nailed why I May Destroy You is the best thing on TV right now
Well, if it gets Adele's seal of approval...
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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.
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- Hollie Richardson
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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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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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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.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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- Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu
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The proof that sexual abusers in the workplace will finally get their day of reckoning
The Harvey Weinstein verdict is just the start.
How will Liar season 2 feel different in a post-MeToo world?
Joanne Froggatt and Katherine Kelly, who lead the ITV drama, have issued a timely warning over how we judge women.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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