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Published
January 12, 2022

Judge allows lawsuit against Prince Andrew alleging sexual abuse to go ahead

Virginia Giuffre sued the prince in August, saying she was coerced into sexual encounters with Andrew in 2001 by Jeffrey Epstein and his longtime companion, Ghislaine Maxwell.
Published
January 1, 2022

Another View: A measure of justice in Maxwell case, but will verdict help other sexual-abuse victims?

To really effect change, it’s imperative that the individuals who have the authority to make a difference, do so.
Published
December 5, 2021

Maine crime statistics fail to show extent of domestic violence

State Department of Public Safety figures suggest domestic violence assaults have dropped for the sixth year running, but many cases are never reported.
Published
December 3, 2021

Maxwell jury to see video of notorious Epstein home

Jurors at the sex-abuse trial of Ghislaine Maxwell are expected to see a law enforcement videotape of the Florida estate where prosecutors say she and financier Jeffrey Epstein exploited underage victims.
Published
October 1, 2021

NWSL commissioner resigns as FIFA investigates handling of sexual harassment claims

Weekend games have been called off as Commissioner Lisa Baird resigns amid allegations that a former coach engaged in sexual harassment and misconduct toward players.

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Published
September 22, 2021

Top Southern Baptist committee will fund investigation into sex abuse

A top Southern Baptist Convention committee agreed Tuesday to fund a third-party investigation into its handling of sexual abuse allegations
Published
September 13, 2021

Second lawsuit alleges sexual abuse by multiple staffers at New Hampshire youth center

The lawsuit names the state health and human services commissioner and several former staffers.
Published
July 29, 2021

Ex-Cardinal McCarrick charged with sexually assaulting teen

He faces three counts of indecent assault and battery on the boy, including at a wedding reception in Massachusetts in 1974.
Published
July 18, 2021

A famous father casts shadows over painful memoir

In 'Poetic License,' the daughter of poet Richard Eberhart works to reconcile the love and loathing he inspired.
Published
July 5, 2021

Maine priest placed on leave following sexual abuse allegation

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland says it is following its protocol while investigating allegations that the Rev. Robert Vaillancourt abused an underage girl in the 1980s.