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China ex-official Zhang makes first appearance since sexual assault claim

Chinese former Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli made his first public appearance on Sunday since Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai accused him of sexual assault last year, attending the 20th Communist Party Congress.

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#MeToo is five years old. These trials show how far we’ve come

As Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey and Paul Haggis are all in court, it is clear that there has, in fact, been forward motion – in the courts, in our workplaces, in society

The Guardian - US

Mel Gibson can testify at Harvey Weinstein sexual assault trial, judge says

The actor and director can testify about what he learned from one of Harvey Weinstein's accusers, a judge ruled Friday in the rape and sexual assault trial of the former movie mogul.

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Mel Gibson Can Testify at Harvey Weinstein Trial, Judge Says

Mel Gibson can testify about what he learned from one of Harvey Weinstein’s accusers, a judge ruled Friday in the rape and sexual assault trial of the former movie mogul. The 66-year-old actor and director was one of many witnesses, and by far the best known, whose identities were revealed…

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Mel Gibson can testify at Harvey Weinstein trial, judge says

A judge has ruled that Mel Gibson can testify about what he learned from one of Harvey Weinstein’s accusers

The Independent UK

Man admits sexual assault of woman in queue for Queen’s lying in state

Adeshina Adio, 20, from south-east London, was arrested after jumping into Thames to evade police

The Guardian - UK

Morrison's staff 'knew about alleged rape'

A former staffer has claimed he spoke to then prime minister Scott Morrison's office about Brittany Higgins' alleged sexual assault within two weeks.

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Michigan State U. leader, hired after Nassar scandal, quits

The president of Michigan State University says he is resigning, three years after he was hired in the wake of the Larry Nassar sexual assault scandal

The Independent UK

Hockey Canada in overtime: The troubled organization's next moves will determine its future

During the past six months, Canadians have been shocked to learn of sexual assault allegations at Hockey Canada events and how the organization treated the allegations as essentially a cost of doing business.

The Conversation

#MeToo in space: We must address the potential for sexual harassment and assault away from Earth

A new dawn of space exploration is upon us. NASA aims to land the first woman and person of colour on the moon by the end of 2025, and send a crew on a year-and-a-half long mission to Mars in the 2030s.

The Conversation

Hockey Canada's problems show that the government needs to regulate sport in Canada

The departure of Hockey Canada CEO Scott Smith and the resignation of the sporting body’s entire board of directors are the latest signs of the deep problems within Canadian hockey.

The Conversation

Editorial: Penguins should lead on Ian Cole investigations

Former Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Ian Cole has been anonymously accused of sexual assault. In a Twitter post, a woman alleged an abusive relationship with Cole that began when she was a minor.

Tribune News Service

Hockey Canada CEO, board step down over handling of sexual abuse

Observers welcome move as good step after months of pressure, but say more action needed to tackle violence.

Al Jazeera

Hockey Canada CEO Smith out, board of directors resigns

Hockey Canada has ousted CEO Scott Smith

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Family of sexually assaulted girl frustrated a suspect was released from custody

“I will not accept that,” the girl’s grandmother said. “I’m angry, a little bit I am, because I know they let him go. He’s going to try to do it to somebody else.”

Benzinga

Brighter Times Could Beckon for JD.com after Stormy Spell

Key Takeaways: Key factors in a JD share-price rally would be the results of a U.S. regulatory review of Chinese stocks and the expected launch next year of a scheme to promote dual-currency share trading in Hong Kong A settlement in a sexual assault case against company founder Richard Liu…

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UK Singer Rex Orange County Has Been Charged With Six Counts Of Sexual Assault

Earlier this year the singer cancelled his Australian tour dates.

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California governor's wife amongst accusers at Weinstein sex crimes trial

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, a documentary filmmaker and actor who is married to California Gov. Gavin Newsom, is among the accusers of Harvey Weinstein who will testify at his rape and sexual assault trial that began Monday, her attorney said.

The Independent UK

Singer Rex Orange County charged with six counts of sexual assault in London

British singer has denied all allegations

The Independent UK

California governor's wife among accusers at Weinstein trial

Los Angeles Times

Singer Rex Orange County charged with multiple counts of sexual assault in London court

Musician Rex Orange County has been charged with six counts of sexual assault after a woman accused him of attacking her multiple times in London.

The Canberra Times

ACT government takes next step on sexual assault law reform

Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury will also face renewed pressure on sentencing.

The Independent UK

‘The point gets lost in the aggression’: Luckiest Girl Alive is an insult to sexual assault survivors

As the Netflix film attracts criticism for lacking a trigger warning, Olivia Petter examines its representation of sexual violence

Los Angeles Times

Harvey Weinstein to face accusers in L.A. trial, including wife of California's Governor

LOS ANGELES — When Harvey Weinstein surrendered in 2018 to face charges of rape and sexual assault, he stood defiant, marching into a downtown Manhattan police precinct carrying a biography of a famed Hollywood figure who had become a pariah in the film industry.

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