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Coercion

All articles tagged with #coercion

crime11 days ago•4 min saved

Leader of orgasmic meditation brand sentenced to nine years for coercive labor scheme

Nicole Daedone, co-founder of OneTaste, was sentenced to nine years in federal prison for masterminding a coercive scheme that forced adherents to perform sexual acts with investors and clients; she must forfeit $12 million, and seven victims will receive restitution. A second executive, Cherwitz, received six and a half years. Prosecutors described the scheme as using economic, psychological, and emotional abuse to control members, while Daedone’s defense urged leniency and appeals.”,

via The Press Democrat|

#coercion #crime #forced-labor

world16 days ago•12 min saved

Air Power Breaks Iran’s Infrastructure, War Persists

The piece argues that the U.S.-Israeli air campaign has quickly degraded Iran’s military infrastructure by targeting fixed facilities and production nodes, yet Iran remains capable of retaliation and adaptation. The war has not ended; mobile launchers disperse, command structures bend, and lower-end, improvised systems fill gaps, making definitive victory elusive. The campaign appears to follow a model of coercion without occupation—sustain pressure from afar while avoiding ground control—an approach that may be sustainable and effective in a narrow sense, but it is not the kind of decisive victory many Americans once expected.

via 19FortyFive|

#airpower #coercion #iran

world16 days ago•14 min saved

Europe Adds Coercion Protections to US Trade Pact

EU lawmakers voted to insert protections against economic and military coercion into a planned US–EU trade deal, aiming to deter coercive pressure and safeguard commitments as negotiations proceed.

via AP News|

#coercion #diplomacy #eu

world2 months ago•7 min saved

Russia ramps up war recruitment with pay and citizenship perks amid coercion concerns

Russia is offering high pay, bonuses, tax breaks, and accelerated citizenship to recruit for its war in Ukraine, tapping both volunteers and foreigners (including prisoners). While Moscow claims enlistment is voluntary, rights groups allege coercion and trafficking in recruitment, raising questions about the true voluntariness of contracts as the Kremlin seeks to replenish forces without a nationwide mobilization.

via AP News|

#coercion #foreign-fighters #recruitment

crime3 months ago•3 min saved

Norfolk Man Jailed for Coercing Woman into Sex with Over 1,000 Men

A Norfolk man, Rodney Johnston, was sentenced to life in prison for coercing a woman into having sex with over 100 men over three decades, involving threats, filming, and exploitation, with police uncovering extensive evidence including 30,000 images and videos. The court recognized the severe and lifelong impact on the victim, emphasizing the disturbing nature of the abuse and Johnston's continued danger.

via BBC|

#abuse #coercion #crime

immigration7 months ago•5 min saved

Lawyers Claim Threat of Deportation to Uganda Coerces Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Kilmar Abrego García's lawyers allege that U.S. officials threatened to deport him to Uganda, a dangerous country, unless he accepted a plea deal to be deported to Costa Rica, which they argue is coercive and retaliatory. The case involves allegations of illegal deportation, potential abuse, and political motives, with Abrego facing criminal charges related to human smuggling and gang involvement, while his lawyers seek dismissal of the charges.

via The Washington Post|

#abrego-garcia #coercion #deportation

entertainment9 months ago•3 min saved

Fat Joe Faces Multiple Allegations of Coercion, Sex Acts, and Trafficking in New Lawsuit

A former hype man for rapper Fat Joe has filed a $20 million lawsuit accusing him of coercion, sexual abuse of minors, underpayment, and running a criminal organization, with allegations dating back over 16 years. Fat Joe denies the claims, calling the lawsuit a retaliation, while the case adds to ongoing legal issues involving figures in the music industry.

via Los Angeles Times|

#coercion #entertainment #fat-joe

legal-crime-entertainment10 months ago•9 min saved

Key Developments in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Sex Trafficking Trial

The article discusses the upcoming jury decision in Sean Combs's trial, focusing on whether he coerced two women into sexual acts through violence and emotional manipulation or if they participated voluntarily, with expert testimonies on coercive control and complex relationship dynamics playing a key role.

via The New York Times|

#coercion #consent #jury-deliberation

world10 months ago•1 min saved

Founder of 'Orgasmic Meditation' Company Convicted of Coercion and Forced Labor

Nicole Daedone and Rachel Cherwitz, leaders of the 'Orgasmic Meditation' group associated with the company OneTaste, were convicted of running a forced labor scheme where they coerced employees into degrading sex acts for minimal pay, following a five-week trial that revealed allegations of brainwashing and exploitation.

via The New York Times|

#coercion #female-empowerment #forced-labor

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Prosecutors Seek 2.5-Year Jail Term for Luis Rubiales in 'Kissgate' Scandal"

Spanish prosecutors are seeking a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence for former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales, with charges of alleged sexual assault and coercion related to an incident involving Spain Women player Jenni Hermoso after the World Cup final. Rubiales, who has denied wrongdoing, was provisionally suspended by FIFA and subsequently handed a three-year ban from football. His home and the RFEF headquarters were also searched as part of an investigation into alleged corruption during his tenure.

via The Athletic|

#coercion #fifa #luis-rubiales

legalregulatory2 years ago•5 min saved

Supreme Court to Rule on NRA's First Amendment Challenge to New York Regulators

The Supreme Court is considering a case involving the NRA's claim that New York regulators coerced insurers to stop doing business with the gun advocacy group. The regulators argue that the insurers admitted to unlawful practices, while the NRA contends that the regulators pressured the insurers. Justices expressed concerns about government coercion and the potential impact on free speech, with the case potentially setting a precedent for how much government officials can say about businesses they regulate without crossing the line of coercion.

via USA TODAY|

#coercion #insurance #legalregulatory

relationships2 years ago•7 min saved

"Out-of-Towner's Dinner Invitation Sparks Controversy Over Overnight Stay"

A woman invited a man for dinner, but he insisted on staying over at her place to avoid spending money on a hotel room, leading to discomfort and awkwardness. The man's ultimatum for a commitment or nothing, and his expectation of staying over, raised concerns of coercion and gaslighting. The columnist advises the woman to block and delete the man, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and not tolerating such behavior.

via Yahoo Finance|

#boundaries #coercion #gaslighting

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Philippines Accuses China of Dangerous Coercion in South China Sea"

The Philippines accused China of "unprovoked acts of coercion and dangerous manoeuvres" in the South China Sea, stating that Chinese ships fired water cannons at a Philippine vessel, injuring crew members. China claimed that Philippine vessels illegally intruded into the area. The incident is the latest in a series of maritime confrontations between the two countries, despite a 2016 ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration rejecting China's claims in the region. The Philippines has passed a bill to establish its maritime entitlements, while China opposes the move, describing it as an "evil law" that will complicate the situation in the South China Sea.

via Reuters|

#china #coercion #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Tensions Rise as China Blocks Philippines' Resupply Mission in South China Sea

The Philippines has condemned China for "unprovoked acts of coercion and dangerous maneuvers" in the South China Sea, including the use of a water cannon to disrupt a resupply mission. China's actions have put lives at risk and raised doubts about its calls for peaceful dialogue. The resupply missions support Philippine troops stationed on Second Thomas Shoal, a disputed atoll. China claims the entire South China Sea and has deployed vessels, including its maritime militia, to patrol the area. The Philippines completed the resupply mission despite harassment from the Chinese coast guard. Japan and the US support the Philippines in protecting the freedom of the South China Sea.

via Reuters|

#china #coercion #international-relations

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

High-profile Figures Involved in US Prostitution Ring, Including Politicians, Tech Execs, and Lawyers

Three individuals have been charged with operating a high-end brothel network in Boston and northern Virginia, catering to a clientele that included politicians, tech and pharmaceutical executives, lawyers, professors, and military officers. The alleged operators, Han Lee, Junmyung Lee, and James Lee, were arrested and charged with conspiring to coerce and entice women into engaging in illegal sexual activity. The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement gathering more evidence and executing search warrants in multiple locations. The brothel network is believed to have potentially hundreds of customers, who paid up to $600 per hour for sexual encounters with predominantly Asian women being exploited through sex trafficking.

via Reuters|

#brothel-network #coercion #crime