Lizzo's new album "Bitch" has underperformed commercially following sexual harassment allegations from former dancers. The artist discusses the impact of fame, betrayal, and the current culture of cruelty, contrasting it with her past success and personal struggles.
The Telangana High Court granted regular bail to Bandi Bhagirath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, in a POCSO case. He was arrested in May for alleged sexual harassment of a minor and ordered to furnish a Rs 1 lakh bond.
Hong Kong is reviewing its sexual offences law to provide clearer definitions of consent and a modern framework reflecting gender equality. The reforms, based on over a decade of work, aim to protect vulnerable groups and address sexual violence, harassment, and exploitation.
Actress Shubhangi Atre commented on Shilpa Shinde's admission of filing a false sexual harassment case against producer Sanjay Kohli. Atre emphasized respecting the law and the responsibility public figures hold due to their influence.
UK Information Commissioner John Edwards resigned after harassment claims and is now reportedly suing a woman who flagged his conduct. Science Secretary Liz Kendall expressed dismay, calling his alleged actions "appalling" and "unacceptable."
A Nashik Road Court granted bail to the main accused woman in an alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion case at TCS Nashik, citing her pregnancy. The co-accused was denied bail, with the prosecution arguing evidence of assault and conversion attempts, including giving the victim an Islamic book and burqa.
A Nashik court granted bail to TCS employee Nida Khan, arrested two months ago in a sexual harassment and religious conversion case, citing her pregnancy. Her co-accused, Danish Shaikh, was denied bail. The incident is part of a larger SIT probe into nine similar cases at the TCS Nashik unit.
A survey by the Hong Kong Christian Council found systemic issues in how churches handle sexual harassment complaints, with at least 69 victims reporting abuse over two decades. Recommendations include broader policy implementation and better victim support.
A woman in China has won a rare legal victory in a workplace sexual harassment case, awarded 5,000 yuan in damages by a court that ruled her former manager had harassed her. The ruling, upheld on appeal, highlights the difficulties faced by victims in China despite the MeToo movement.
An investigation by Which? found Tripadvisor's AI summaries downplayed serious guest complaints, including mass food poisoning and sexual harassment, by describing hotels as "spotless" and service as "friendly".
Nasushon Taylor, a cashier at a New York Dollar Tree, alleges in a federal lawsuit that her manager subjected her to daily sexual harassment, including unwanted physical contact, despite her repeated rejections and reports to HR, leading to her resignation.
South Korea's Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of 'Squid Game' actor O Yeong-su, 82, on sexual harassment charges from 2017, dismissing the prosecution's appeal and ending a three-year legal battle.
Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming has accused colleague Matthew Guy of assault at a community event, causing turmoil for the party five months before the state election. Guy vehemently denies the allegation and is considering defamation action, while Victoria Police investigate the reported incident which occurred on May 23 in Sunshine.
Fortescue is being sued in a class action lawsuit over allegations of systemic sexual harassment, violence, and retaliation at its remote work sites. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, details incidents including assault and harassment, with lawyers stating it highlights a cultural problem in the mining sector.
Bageerath, son of Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, received interim bail until June 25 from a Hyderabad court. Arrested in a POCSO Act case involving a 17-year-old girl, he sought bail to attend BBA exams. The case involves allegations of sexual harassment and counter-claims of extortion.
The Bombay High Court has overturned an SBI internal committee's findings against an employee accused of sexual harassment. The court ruled that a shared autorickshaw, not provided by the employer, does not constitute a 'workplace' under the POSH Act, thus the committee lacked jurisdiction.
Le parquet de Paris a fait appel de la relaxe d'un animateur périscolaire accusé de harcèlement et agressions sexuelles sur mineurs. Le tribunal avait jugé le comportement inapproprié mais pas pénalement répréhensible, suscitant l'indignation des familles.
French singer Patrick Bruel, 67, faces charges of rape and sexual assault following multiple complaints. He was placed under formal investigation for alleged offenses between 1992 and 2019. Bruel denies all allegations and was released on bail. His tour was canceled due to protests.
Bob Packwood, a Republican Senator from Oregon known for his centrist policies and role in the 1986 tax reform, died at 93. His career was marred by sexual harassment allegations from over two dozen women, leading to his resignation in 1995.
Pooja Bedi criticized Shilpa Shinde's admission that her sexual harassment case against producer Sanjay Kohli was false, warning that such misuse of laws harms genuine survivors and undermines their credibility.
Actress Shilpa Shinde revealed she filed a false sexual harassment case against producer Sanjay Kohli nine years ago. She stated a mutual agreement with the makers to remain silent and that she was blamed for demanding more to bind her to a contract for the show Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai.
Women working in the U.S. Capitol face systemic and cultural barriers that discourage them from reporting sexual misconduct, including fear of retaliation, professional blacklisting, and complex, often ineffective reporting procedures. Many choose silence over speaking out.
Former Trump official Katie Miller faced backlash for suggesting female congressional staffers partially blame themselves for sexual harassment due to attending parties in Washington D.C. Critics called her comments victim-blaming.
Fukuoka's Tagawa City Mayor, Takuya Murakami (55), resigned effective May 31 after being found to have sexually harassed a former female secretary. He will receive a severance package of 5.12 million yen, significantly reduced from the usual 10.24 million yen due to a 50% salary cut since April 2025.
