52 Women Accuse Film Director of Sexual Harassment, Exposing Systemic Barriers to Justice
Following an EL PAÍS investigation, 52 women accused film director Eduard Cortés of sexual harassment, highlighting systemic issues within the legal system and film industry that impede reporting and prosecution of sexual assault cases.
52 Women Accuse Film Director of Sexual Harassment, Exposing Systemic Barriers to Justice
Following an EL PAÍS investigation, 52 women accused film director Eduard Cortés of sexual harassment, highlighting systemic issues within the legal system and film industry that impede reporting and prosecution of sexual assault cases.
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36% Bias Score
Iranian Man Accused of Sexual Assault Released on Bail
Keyvan Imamverdi, a 37-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting multiple women, was released on bail after his initial conviction was overturned, sparking outrage among victims and raising concerns about Iran's judicial system.
Iranian Man Accused of Sexual Assault Released on Bail
Keyvan Imamverdi, a 37-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting multiple women, was released on bail after his initial conviction was overturned, sparking outrage among victims and raising concerns about Iran's judicial system.
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40% Bias Score
Avignon Trial: 20-Year Sentence for Serial Rapist Highlights Systemic Sexual Violence
In the Avignon trial, Dominique Pelicot received a 20-year sentence for approximately 200 rapes against his ex-wife, while 50 others involved received sentences from 3 to 15 years; the case spurred global discussions on sexual violence and consent.
Avignon Trial: 20-Year Sentence for Serial Rapist Highlights Systemic Sexual Violence
In the Avignon trial, Dominique Pelicot received a 20-year sentence for approximately 200 rapes against his ex-wife, while 50 others involved received sentences from 3 to 15 years; the case spurred global discussions on sexual violence and consent.
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48% Bias Score
Pelicot Case Spurs Policy Changes and National Debate on Sexual Violence in France
In France, the Pelicot trial, where a woman was drugged and raped by her ex-husband and numerous others, is prompting policy changes such as hospital-based reporting for sexual assault, reimbursement of drug testing, and parliamentary investigations into the issue, while sparking a national conversa...
Pelicot Case Spurs Policy Changes and National Debate on Sexual Violence in France
In France, the Pelicot trial, where a woman was drugged and raped by her ex-husband and numerous others, is prompting policy changes such as hospital-based reporting for sexual assault, reimbursement of drug testing, and parliamentary investigations into the issue, while sparking a national conversa...
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48% Bias Score
NPR's Year-End Reading Guide: Diverse Memoirs Reflect Societal Shifts
NPR's year-end reading guide highlights over 50 biographies and memoirs offering diverse perspectives on relationships, family, illness, and social justice, reflecting evolving societal norms and scientific understanding.
NPR's Year-End Reading Guide: Diverse Memoirs Reflect Societal Shifts
NPR's year-end reading guide highlights over 50 biographies and memoirs offering diverse perspectives on relationships, family, illness, and social justice, reflecting evolving societal norms and scientific understanding.
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40% Bias Score
French Court Requests Five-Year Sentence for Director Christophe Ruggia in Sexual Assault Case
A French court requested a five-year sentence, with two years to be served, against film director Christophe Ruggia for sexually assaulting actress Adèle Haenel when she was 12-14 years old, during the filming of "Les Diables" in 2001; the prosecution requested the prison term be served with an elec...
French Court Requests Five-Year Sentence for Director Christophe Ruggia in Sexual Assault Case
A French court requested a five-year sentence, with two years to be served, against film director Christophe Ruggia for sexually assaulting actress Adèle Haenel when she was 12-14 years old, during the filming of "Les Diables" in 2001; the prosecution requested the prison term be served with an elec...
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44% Bias Score
ARD Faces Backlash Over Sexist Host Appointment
The appointment of Thilo Mischke to host ARD's "Titel, Thesen, Temperamente" in January 2025 sparked controversy due to his past sexist, racist, and ableist remarks; his lack of a full apology, and ARD's defense of his supposed 'redemption' raise concerns about commitment to diversity and accountabi...
ARD Faces Backlash Over Sexist Host Appointment
The appointment of Thilo Mischke to host ARD's "Titel, Thesen, Temperamente" in January 2025 sparked controversy due to his past sexist, racist, and ableist remarks; his lack of a full apology, and ARD's defense of his supposed 'redemption' raise concerns about commitment to diversity and accountabi...
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60% Bias Score
Cuomo Sues Former Aide for Defamation After She Drops Sexual Harassment Suit
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit against Charlotte Bennett, a former aide who accused him of sexual harassment in 2020, claiming her allegations are false after she withdrew her own lawsuit last week due to invasive discovery requests.
Cuomo Sues Former Aide for Defamation After She Drops Sexual Harassment Suit
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit against Charlotte Bennett, a former aide who accused him of sexual harassment in 2020, claiming her allegations are false after she withdrew her own lawsuit last week due to invasive discovery requests.
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64% Bias Score
French Woman's Public Testimony Inspires Global Movement Against Sexual Assault
Gisèle Pelicot, a French woman who was gang-raped by 50 men, chose to forgo anonymity during her attackers' trial, inspiring other survivors of sexual assault worldwide and creating a potential turning point in how societies address sexual violence.
French Woman's Public Testimony Inspires Global Movement Against Sexual Assault
Gisèle Pelicot, a French woman who was gang-raped by 50 men, chose to forgo anonymity during her attackers' trial, inspiring other survivors of sexual assault worldwide and creating a potential turning point in how societies address sexual violence.
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32% Bias Score
German Media's Failure to Adequately Report on Violence Against Women
A December 12, 2024, Otto-Brenner-Stiftung study reveals that German media inadequately covers violence against women, focusing on perpetrators while neglecting victims' perspectives and crucial support information, thus hindering efforts to combat gender-based violence.
German Media's Failure to Adequately Report on Violence Against Women
A December 12, 2024, Otto-Brenner-Stiftung study reveals that German media inadequately covers violence against women, focusing on perpetrators while neglecting victims' perspectives and crucial support information, thus hindering efforts to combat gender-based violence.
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32% Bias Score
French Prosecutor Seeks House Arrest for Film Director Accused of Child Sexual Assault
A French prosecutor is demanding a two-year house arrest sentence for film director Christophe Ruggia, accused by actor Adèle Haenel of sexual assault during her childhood; the trial comes amidst broader accusations of sexual abuse within the French film industry.
French Prosecutor Seeks House Arrest for Film Director Accused of Child Sexual Assault
A French prosecutor is demanding a two-year house arrest sentence for film director Christophe Ruggia, accused by actor Adèle Haenel of sexual assault during her childhood; the trial comes amidst broader accusations of sexual abuse within the French film industry.
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40% Bias Score
Hegseth's 2017 Rape Accusation Payment Jeopardizes Defense Secretary Nomination
Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, paid a woman who accused him of rape in 2017 to prevent the allegations from becoming public; this payment, revealed amid his nomination, now threatens his confirmation.
Hegseth's 2017 Rape Accusation Payment Jeopardizes Defense Secretary Nomination
Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, paid a woman who accused him of rape in 2017 to prevent the allegations from becoming public; this payment, revealed amid his nomination, now threatens his confirmation.
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64% Bias Score