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television9 days ago•16 min saved

Channel 4 Opens External Review Into MAFS UK Rape Claims

Channel 4 has launched an external review into rape allegations involving partners from Married at First Sight UK, with three women accusing on‑screen husbands of rape or non‑consensual sex; the men deny the claims. In response, Channel 4 has removed all MAFS UK episodes from its streaming service. The review has two strands—Clyde & Co examining welfare protocols and handling of the claims, and Lorraine Heggessey assessing whether welfare procedures should be strengthened. CPL Productions disputed elements of the claims, and a Panorama special is expected to air; Channel 4 says it acted quickly to prioritise contributor welfare.

via Deadline|

#channel-4 #cpl-productions #external-review

asia16 days ago•8 min saved

Sri Lanka’s senior Buddhist monk arrested in alleged minor abuse case

Police in Sri Lanka arrested Pallegama Hemarathana, one of the country’s most senior Buddhist monks and chief custodian of a Bodhi-tree shrine, on suspicion of abusing a minor in 2022; the survivor’s mother was also arrested for alleged abetting. Hemarathana was taken from hospital and will appear in Colombo court as authorities imposed a travel ban while investigating an alleged abduction and prolonged sexual abuse of the girl. The case marks the highest‑ranking monk to face such allegations in Sri Lanka, arising after a March complaint and ongoing child-protection inquiries.

via The Independent|

#asia #buddhist #monks

true-crime1 month ago•260 min saved

Former private-school teacher nicknamed 'Mr. Wonderful' charged with rape of two former students

A former private-school teacher at Miss Hall's School in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, known as 'Mr. Wonderful,' has been charged with three counts of rape involving two former students. The alleged abuse occurred between 2000 and 2010 and involved grooming and years of trauma, according to prosecutors and the victims. Rutledge, 64, pleaded not guilty at Berkshire Superior Court, with a pre-trial hearing set for June 18. The survivors allege the school knew about the abuse and enabled a culture of harm, while Miss Hall's School says it is cooperating with authorities.

via AOL.com|

#massachusetts #matthew-rutledge #miss-halls-school

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Swalwell's Lawyer Declares 'Regret Is Not Rape' Amid Fresh Allegations

Eric Swalwell’s attorney Sara Azari publicly defended him amid new rape allegations, saying "regret is not rape" and arguing the accusations shouldn’t be decided in the court of public opinion as Swalwell resigns from Congress after multiple women allege sexual misconduct, including a Beverly Hills model who says she was choked and drugged, and other alleged incidents dating back to 2018 and 2024.

via New York Post|

#eric-swalwell #me-too-movement #politics

politics1 month ago•7 min saved

Allegations Emerge: Swalwell Accuser Details 2018 Drugging and Rape

Lonna Drewes held a Los Angeles press conference accusing California Rep. Eric Swalwell of drugging and raping her in 2018 after claiming she consumed only one glass of wine; her attorney said they will present evidence to police as she files a report. The live coverage also reports on Trump’s FISA debate, a push to remove Trump under the 25th Amendment, and Virginia joining the National Popular Vote compact.

via The Guardian|

#eric-swalwell #lonna-drewes #politics

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Norway’s royal shadow: Crown Princess’s son goes on trial for alleged rapes

The 29-year-old Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, goes on trial in Oslo on 38 counts, including four rapes and a 2020 narcotics offense, with alleged offenses dating from 2018 to 2024; if convicted he faces up to 16 years in prison. Described as the biggest scandal in Norway’s monarchy in 120 years, the case has attracted intense media attention, though Hoiby and his parents emphasize equal treatment under the law as the proceedings run through March 19.

via CBS News|

#court-trial #crown-princess-mette-marit #marius-borg-hoiby

legal10 months ago•3 min saved

Conor McGregor Loses Appeal in Civil Rape Case

Conor McGregor lost his appeal in a civil rape case in Dublin, where he was ordered to pay damages to Nikita Hand. His appeal, based on issues with jury questions and police interview handling, was dismissed by the Court of Appeal, affirming the original verdict.

via BBC|

#appeal-dismissed #civil-case #conor-mcgregor

entertainment10 months ago•1 min saved

Shannon Sharpe Leaves ESPN Following Sexual Assault Lawsuit Settlement

Shannon Sharpe's tenure at ESPN ended after he settled a $50 million rape lawsuit, with the network supporting his decision to step away amid serious allegations and legal proceedings.

via New York Post|

#entertainment #espn #lawsuit

business10 months ago•2 min saved

Shannon Sharpe Settles $50 Million Sexual Assault Lawsuit

NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe settled a $50 million lawsuit with a woman who accused him of sexual assault, with both sides acknowledging a long-term consensual relationship. Sharpe denies the allegations and plans to return to ESPN after stepping aside temporarily.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#business #las-vegas #lawsuit

entertainment10 months ago•1 min saved

Shannon Sharpe Resolves Sexual Assault Lawsuit

Shannon Sharpe settled a $50 million rape lawsuit filed by an accuser, with terms undisclosed, after negotiations; Sharpe denies the allegations and has temporarily stepped away from ESPN duties but continues with his podcasts.

via Los Angeles Times|

#entertainment #lawsuit #rape-allegations

entertainment10 months ago•1 min saved

Shannon Sharpe Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit Amid Courtroom Controversy

Shannon Sharpe and a woman who accused him of rape have settled their civil lawsuit, with the terms undisclosed, after initial allegations seeking $50 million. Sharpe denied the allegations and stepped away from ESPN during the legal proceedings.

via New York Post|

#entertainment #espn #lawsuit

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

BYU's Jake Retzlaff Withdraws Amid Controversy

Former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff announced his withdrawal from the university amid rape allegations and a pending suspension, expressing gratitude for his time at BYU and his motivation to pursue new opportunities in his football career.

via New York Post|

#byu #college-football #enrollment-withdrawal

sports10 months ago•7 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Former Arsenal Player Thomas Partey Amid Rape Charges

Arsenal's handling of Thomas Partey's rape allegations, including their decision not to suspend him during investigations and their subsequent actions after he was charged, raises serious moral questions about the club's stance on sexual assault allegations and their impact on societal attitudes, especially given their public support and contract negotiations with him despite ongoing legal proceedings.

via The New York Times|

#arsenal #club-suspension #morality-in-sports

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff Plans Transfer Amid Allegations and Suspension

BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff plans to leave the football program after admitting to premarital sex and facing a suspension, amid serious rape allegations from a civil lawsuit which he denies, claiming the encounter was consensual. He has already cleaned out his locker and is expected to announce his transfer later this week.

via New York Post|

#byu-football #honor-code-violation #jake-retzlaff

college-sports11 months ago•3 min saved

BYU QB Jake Retzlaff Denies Sexual Assault Allegations

BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff denies allegations of rape and assault in a lawsuit, claiming the encounter was consensual and characterizing the lawsuit as extortion; the university states it is following proper procedures and highlights potential violations of its honor code related to premarital sex.

via ESPN|

#byu #college-sports #honor-code