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South Korean Woman Sentenced To 10 Months for Fighting Molester, Acquitted After 61 Years
Choi Mal-ja, convicted 61 years ago for biting her attacker's tongue, was acquitted after a retrial recognized her act as justifiable self-defense, marking a major victory for victims of sexual violence in South Korea.
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South Korea Overturns 61-Year Ruling On Woman's Self-Defence Case
A South Korean court acquitted on Wednesday a woman convicted six decades ago for defending herself against sexual violence, after she challenged the ruling inspired by the country's #MeToo movement.
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"Shameful Record Since 1971": India Slams Pakistan At UN Over Sexual Violence
India's Charge d'Affaires at the United Nations, Eldos Mathew Punnoos, on Tuesday (local time) highlighted the sexual violence perpetrated by Pakistan ever since 1971.
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Understanding POCSO And Why Lowering The Age Of Consent Below 18 Is Dangerous
Lowering the age of consent risks weakening child protection, and instead India must focus on fully enforcing POCSO with stronger preventive measures
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"Sexual Violence By Parent Tears Through Foundational Fabric Of Familial Trust": Top Court
Observing incestuous sexual violence by a parent "tears through" the foundational fabric of familial trust, the Supreme Court has upheld a man's punishment for raping his minor daughter.
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Violence Erupts After Tribal Woman Allegedly Sexually Assaulted In Bus In Tripura
A mob vandalised multiple vehicles and several people were injured after a tribal woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in a government bus in Bishramganj in Sepahijala district of Tripura on Tuesday.
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UK Police Arrest 6 In Violent Protests At Asylum Seeker Hotel
A town on the outskirts of London was rocked by protesters who descended on a hotel housing asylum seekers for the second time in four days on Sunday night, amid anger about a migrant accused of sexual assault.
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Israeli Report Accuses Hamas Of Sexual Violence, Seeks UN Action
Israeli researchers released a report on Tuesday detailing sexual assault allegations against Palestinian Hamas fighters who attacked Israeli communities on October 7, 2023, and offering a "legal blueprint" for potential prosecutions.
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Jury Set To Deliberate In Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Sex-Trafficking Charges
Jurors on Monday will begin deliberating whether Sean "Diddy" Combs parlayed his celebrity, wealth and business empire into a decades-long criminal ring that saw him force women into drug-fueled sexual performances with escorts.
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AI Is Moving Fast. Needs Smarter Regulation Like Climate Policy To Keep Check
Artificial intelligence (AI) might not have been created to enable new forms of sexual violence such as deepfake pornography. But that has been an unfortunate byproduct of the rapidly advancing technology.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Says Love Life On Trial As State Alleges Plot
The defense laid out their argument that the state was prosecuting Sean Combs' lawful sexual predilections and tumultuous romantic relationships after the government painted a different picture.
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Over 30% Girls, 13% Boys In India Sexually Violated Before Age 18: Report
Over 30 per cent of girls and 13 per cent of boys in India experienced sexual violence before turning 18 years old in 2023, according to an analysis published in The Lancet journal.
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Mayawati's Niece Alleges Dowry Harassment, Husband Among 7 Charged: Cops
In a case filed by BSP chief Mayawati's niece, an FIR was registered against Hapur Municipal Council Chairperson and six of her family members on charges of domestic violence, dowry harassment and sexual harassment on Thursday.
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Sexual Violence In French Entertainment Sector Is 'Endemic', Inquiry Finds
French MPs have criticised "endemic" abuse in the entertainment sector after a months-long inquiry into sexual violence that saw stars and other actors reveal instances of bullying and assault.
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Gang Violence, Shark Attacks: US Flags Travel Risks In The Bahamas
The advisory, updated on March 31, lists violent crimes such as armed robberies, burglaries, and sexual assaults.
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South Korean Woman Sentenced To 10 Months for Fighting Molester, Acquitted After 61 Years
Choi Mal-ja, convicted 61 years ago for biting her attacker's tongue, was acquitted after a retrial recognized her act as justifiable self-defense, marking a major victory for victims of sexual violence in South Korea.
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South Korea Overturns 61-Year Ruling On Woman's Self-Defence Case
A South Korean court acquitted on Wednesday a woman convicted six decades ago for defending herself against sexual violence, after she challenged the ruling inspired by the country's #MeToo movement.
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"Shameful Record Since 1971": India Slams Pakistan At UN Over Sexual Violence
India's Charge d'Affaires at the United Nations, Eldos Mathew Punnoos, on Tuesday (local time) highlighted the sexual violence perpetrated by Pakistan ever since 1971.
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Understanding POCSO And Why Lowering The Age Of Consent Below 18 Is Dangerous
Lowering the age of consent risks weakening child protection, and instead India must focus on fully enforcing POCSO with stronger preventive measures
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"Sexual Violence By Parent Tears Through Foundational Fabric Of Familial Trust": Top Court
Observing incestuous sexual violence by a parent "tears through" the foundational fabric of familial trust, the Supreme Court has upheld a man's punishment for raping his minor daughter.
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Violence Erupts After Tribal Woman Allegedly Sexually Assaulted In Bus In Tripura
A mob vandalised multiple vehicles and several people were injured after a tribal woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in a government bus in Bishramganj in Sepahijala district of Tripura on Tuesday.
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UK Police Arrest 6 In Violent Protests At Asylum Seeker Hotel
A town on the outskirts of London was rocked by protesters who descended on a hotel housing asylum seekers for the second time in four days on Sunday night, amid anger about a migrant accused of sexual assault.
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Israeli Report Accuses Hamas Of Sexual Violence, Seeks UN Action
Israeli researchers released a report on Tuesday detailing sexual assault allegations against Palestinian Hamas fighters who attacked Israeli communities on October 7, 2023, and offering a "legal blueprint" for potential prosecutions.
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Jury Set To Deliberate In Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Sex-Trafficking Charges
Jurors on Monday will begin deliberating whether Sean "Diddy" Combs parlayed his celebrity, wealth and business empire into a decades-long criminal ring that saw him force women into drug-fueled sexual performances with escorts.
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AI Is Moving Fast. Needs Smarter Regulation Like Climate Policy To Keep Check
Artificial intelligence (AI) might not have been created to enable new forms of sexual violence such as deepfake pornography. But that has been an unfortunate byproduct of the rapidly advancing technology.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Says Love Life On Trial As State Alleges Plot
The defense laid out their argument that the state was prosecuting Sean Combs' lawful sexual predilections and tumultuous romantic relationships after the government painted a different picture.
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Over 30% Girls, 13% Boys In India Sexually Violated Before Age 18: Report
Over 30 per cent of girls and 13 per cent of boys in India experienced sexual violence before turning 18 years old in 2023, according to an analysis published in The Lancet journal.
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Mayawati's Niece Alleges Dowry Harassment, Husband Among 7 Charged: Cops
In a case filed by BSP chief Mayawati's niece, an FIR was registered against Hapur Municipal Council Chairperson and six of her family members on charges of domestic violence, dowry harassment and sexual harassment on Thursday.
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Sexual Violence In French Entertainment Sector Is 'Endemic', Inquiry Finds
French MPs have criticised "endemic" abuse in the entertainment sector after a months-long inquiry into sexual violence that saw stars and other actors reveal instances of bullying and assault.
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Gang Violence, Shark Attacks: US Flags Travel Risks In The Bahamas
The advisory, updated on March 31, lists violent crimes such as armed robberies, burglaries, and sexual assaults.
