In the trial of Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the jury was urged to consider the "pain and hurt" of the two women accusing him of child sexual abuse. Prosecution highlighted the "long and arduous process" for the complainants, who made allegations in March 2024 after years of suppressing their experiences. Sir Jeffrey denies multiple charges.
A Filipino domestic worker, Malaya, has won a £270,000 damages case against her former employer, an Emirati diplomat, for false imprisonment and exploitation. The ruling signals a shift in diplomatic immunity laws, with UK courts now limiting its application in modern slavery cases.
Paris Hilton returned to Provo Canyon School in Utah, where she was abused as a teen, to support families suing the facility. Hilton alleges staff beat her, watched her shower, and gave her unknown pills. She is campaigning for reforms in the troubled teen industry.
William "Rob" Gilfillan, already serving Australia's longest sentence for child sexual abuse, has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years for "brazen and forcible" sexual crimes against two schoolgirls in the 1980s. The judge noted his denial and lack of rehabilitation prospects.
A Syrian man, identified as Rafiq al Q, has been sentenced to 26 years in prison by a Dutch court for crimes against humanity, including torture and rape of detainees in Syria between 2013-2014. This marks the first conviction in the Netherlands for Assad-era atrocities and the first time a Dutch court has convicted an individual of sexual violence as a crime against humanity.
A Queensland court heard shocking details of how NDIS support worker Trevor Noel Mutch abused his position to prey on two vulnerable female clients, a 15-year-old girl and a 22-year-old woman. Mutch was sentenced to six years imprisonment, eligible for parole in August 2027, and has been banned from working in the NDIS sector for two years.
A federal judge dismissed most of singer Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, citing missed filing deadlines for claims of emotional and physical abuse, including groping. Richard can refile one claim under the gender-motivated violence act in state court.
A federal judge dismissed most of singer Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, citing missed filing deadlines for claims of emotional and physical abuse. Richard can refile one allegation in state court.
A HelpAge India study reveals 78% of elderly in rural India face climate risks like heatwaves, floods, and droughts. Financial constraints (69%) and health limitations are major barriers to resilience. The report calls for integrating ageing into climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction policies.
A Georgia couple received decades-long prison sentences for severe child abuse and exploitation. The case surfaced after a fatal 2022 house fire where one daughter died. The father was sentenced to life for murder and sexual offenses, while the mother received 90 years for cruelty and assault.
A five-month-old baby, Justin, died from catastrophic head injuries in March 2017. Despite prior concerns raised about his welfare and suspicious injuries, no criminal charges were laid, and the coroner declined an inquest, raising questions about systemic failures in child protection and police investigations.
Jamie Varley, a former teacher, has been found guilty of murdering his adopted 13-month-old son, Preston Davey, after a trial at Preston Crown Court. Varley's partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, was convicted of allowing the child's death and cruelty. The court heard evidence of extensive sexual and physical abuse.
Keir Starmer announced plans for the UK to ban social media access for users under 16, citing concerns over child unhappiness, bullying, and mental health impacts. The ban aims to go further than Australia's pioneering restrictions.
Despite a new peace deal, the war on Iran and its ripple effects have normalized conflict, causing widespread hardship, economic upheaval, and collateral damage across the Middle East, with ongoing strikes and unresolved issues threatening lasting peace.
Laverne Cox discusses the "extermination" of trans people, loss of rights, and job/healthcare impacts due to current political climate. Her memoir, "Transcendent," explores childhood trauma, her mother's struggles, and the systemic cruelty rooted in slavery, while advocating for trans visibility and challenging societal norms.
Footage showing an Indonesian maid being abused in Malaysia has resurfaced, leading to renewed concerns about the treatment of foreign domestic workers and prompting calls for the Indonesian government to intervene. Four individuals, two sisters and their husbands, have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol convicted for manufacturing a national security crisis to provoke North Korea and declare martial law. The ruling highlights dangers of unchecked executive power and betrayal of public trust, emphasizing that state power is a public trust, not a private possession.
Thousands of British Kashmiris protested outside the UK Parliament, alleging human rights violations and excessive force by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). They called for international intervention and accountability for civilian deaths and injuries amid ongoing unrest.
X has repeatedly refused to remove dozens of social media posts containing racist abuse against UK politicians, including Kemi Badenoch and Shabana Mahmood. Researchers found X only acts when posts are reported as illegal under the UK's Online Safety Act, often restricting visibility only within the UK.
A truck-mounted billboard displaying AI-generated images of Victorian Premier Jactina Allan wearing a witch's hat with the slogan 'ditch the witch' has drawn criticism. Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell condemned the imagery as misogynistic, citing daily sexist abuse she faces as a female MP.
A tip from the US National Center for Missing and Exploited Children led to the uncovering of a large-scale child abuse network in Turkey. The investigation revealed a 32-year-old former school bus driver who sold child abuse material through closed Telegram groups to 219 individuals across 58 Turkish provinces and Germany.
Sarah Ngaba, 32, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her seven-week-old daughter, Eliza, who died aged two from complications linked to catastrophic head injuries inflicted by her mother. Ngaba was convicted of murder after a jury rejected her defense, and the judge noted the attack occurred in a fit of anger.
A 39-year-old woman from West Bengal was rescued from a Gurugram apartment where she was allegedly held captive and forced into domestic labor for over two years. The rescue involved a joint effort by West Bengal and Haryana authorities, with the woman reportedly subjected to abusive conditions and long working hours.
Film director turned online safety campaigner Beeban Kidron discusses the dangers of the digital age for children, her new book "Users," and her frustration with political inaction. She highlights the emotional toll of online abuse and criticizes big tech's influence and government failures to protect users.
