domestic abuse

Conservatives say they will define sex as biological to end ‘confusion’

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Conservatives say they will define sex as biological to end ‘confusion’

Britain’s Conservatives plan to explicitly define sex as biological in the Equality Act if they win the election on July 4. They argue that this will strengthen protections for women and girls while ensuring privacy and dignity for all. The Labour Party believes clearer guidance for service providers is needed instead of altering the law. The proposed change would not affect existing protections against discrimination based on gender reassignment.

How should fans respond to musical abusers?

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How should fans respond to musical abusers?

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs settled a lawsuit brought against him by his then girlfriend Cassandra Ventura, accusing him of sexual and physical violence over more than a decade.

Suspect for Menidi woman’s murder led before examining magistrate

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Suspect for Menidi woman’s murder led before examining magistrate

A 50-year-old Albanian man confessed to stabbing his 40-year-old estranged wife to death in the west Athens suburb of Menidi. He was charged with murder, illegally bearing weapons, and illegal weapons use. The victim had previously reported him for domestic violence in 2013 and 2022. The suspect’s trial was postponed to March 18, 2025.

EU Parliament adopts first EU-wide rules to combat domestic abuse

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EU Parliament adopts first EU-wide rules to combat domestic abuse

The European Parliament has adopted the first EU-wide rules to combat domestic abuse and violence against women. The legislation prohibits female genital mutilation and forced marriage, as well as sets guidelines for online offences. Member states must improve reporting procedures and increase awareness of non-consensual sex as a criminal offense. One in three women in the EU has experienced violence, and 600,000 women have undergone female genital mutilation. The new rules will come into force 20 days after publication and member states have three years to implement them.