Recidivist Confesses to Murdering 11-Year-Old Girl in Nizhny Tagil
Vladimir Alexandrov, a recidivist in Nizhny Tagil, Russia, confessed to murdering and raping 11-year-old Nastya after her body was found in a flooded basement; her father refuses his apology.
Recidivist Confesses to Murdering 11-Year-Old Girl in Nizhny Tagil
Vladimir Alexandrov, a recidivist in Nizhny Tagil, Russia, confessed to murdering and raping 11-year-old Nastya after her body was found in a flooded basement; her father refuses his apology.
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52% Bias Score
Until I Kill You": True Crime Drama Based on Victim's Memoir
Until I Kill You", a true crime drama airing on ABC, tells the story of Delia Balmer's relationship with John Sweeney, a psychopath, based on her memoir; it's praised for its sensitive portrayal of the victim and avoids sensationalizing the crime.
Until I Kill You": True Crime Drama Based on Victim's Memoir
Until I Kill You", a true crime drama airing on ABC, tells the story of Delia Balmer's relationship with John Sweeney, a psychopath, based on her memoir; it's praised for its sensitive portrayal of the victim and avoids sensationalizing the crime.
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44% Bias Score
Surge in Violence Against Women in Israel Reaches Alarming Levels in 2024
In 2024, 37 women were murdered in Israel, a significant increase from previous years, with 60% of these murders occurring in the Arab sector due to social alienation, ineffective law enforcement, and patriarchal norms.
Surge in Violence Against Women in Israel Reaches Alarming Levels in 2024
In 2024, 37 women were murdered in Israel, a significant increase from previous years, with 60% of these murders occurring in the Arab sector due to social alienation, ineffective law enforcement, and patriarchal norms.
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60% Bias Score
Oksana Makar Murder Sparks Nationwide Protests in Ukraine
The rape and murder of Oksana Makar in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, on March 9, 2012, by three men, one with powerful family connections, led to mass protests across Ukraine after the initial release of two suspects, highlighting issues of corruption and impunity.
Oksana Makar Murder Sparks Nationwide Protests in Ukraine
The rape and murder of Oksana Makar in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, on March 9, 2012, by three men, one with powerful family connections, led to mass protests across Ukraine after the initial release of two suspects, highlighting issues of corruption and impunity.
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64% Bias Score
2024: Lowest Number of Femicides in Spain Since 2003, Yet High Vicarious Violence Raises Concerns
In 2024, 47 women and 9 children were killed in Spain due to gender-based violence; despite being the lowest number since 2003, this highlights systemic issues in prevention and protection, with six victims having prior reports and VioGén enrollment.
2024: Lowest Number of Femicides in Spain Since 2003, Yet High Vicarious Violence Raises Concerns
In 2024, 47 women and 9 children were killed in Spain due to gender-based violence; despite being the lowest number since 2003, this highlights systemic issues in prevention and protection, with six victims having prior reports and VioGén enrollment.
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36% Bias Score
Narin Güran Murder: Leaks Hamper Motive Determination
In Diyarbakır, Turkey, the murder of 8-year-old Narin Güran is shrouded in uncertainty regarding the motive, as leaks during the investigation hampered the uncovering of the truth; a second investigation is underway, and Professor Adem Sözüer emphasizes the need for improved investigative practices ...
Narin Güran Murder: Leaks Hamper Motive Determination
In Diyarbakır, Turkey, the murder of 8-year-old Narin Güran is shrouded in uncertainty regarding the motive, as leaks during the investigation hampered the uncovering of the truth; a second investigation is underway, and Professor Adem Sözüer emphasizes the need for improved investigative practices ...
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24% Bias Score
French Helpline for Child Sexual Abuse Victims Receives 1,800 Calls in 2024
The French Ciivise commission renewed its partnership with CFCV to maintain a helpline for child sexual abuse victims, receiving 1,800 calls in 2024 and 7,000 since 2021; Ciivise will propose governmental actions and a permanent body to continue their work after 2025.
French Helpline for Child Sexual Abuse Victims Receives 1,800 Calls in 2024
The French Ciivise commission renewed its partnership with CFCV to maintain a helpline for child sexual abuse victims, receiving 1,800 calls in 2024 and 7,000 since 2021; Ciivise will propose governmental actions and a permanent body to continue their work after 2025.
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32% Bias Score
Istanbul Murder Highlights Domestic Violence Crisis
Ayşe Çelik, a Turkish woman, was murdered by her estranged husband, Engin Çelik, in Istanbul after enduring over a year of domestic abuse, threats, and control, lacking social support and economic independence; police apprehended Engin Çelik after a car chase, discovering Ayşe's body in the vehicle'...
Istanbul Murder Highlights Domestic Violence Crisis
Ayşe Çelik, a Turkish woman, was murdered by her estranged husband, Engin Çelik, in Istanbul after enduring over a year of domestic abuse, threats, and control, lacking social support and economic independence; police apprehended Engin Çelik after a car chase, discovering Ayşe's body in the vehicle'...
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52% Bias Score
Turkish Appeals Court Upholds Acquittal in Yeşim Akbaş Death Case
A Turkish appeals court upheld the acquittal of Doğan Can Yıldız in the death of 26-year-old Yeşim Akbaş, despite evidence suggesting homicide; this decision, along with unanswered questions about alleged police misconduct, has sparked outrage and calls for judicial reform.
Turkish Appeals Court Upholds Acquittal in Yeşim Akbaş Death Case
A Turkish appeals court upheld the acquittal of Doğan Can Yıldız in the death of 26-year-old Yeşim Akbaş, despite evidence suggesting homicide; this decision, along with unanswered questions about alleged police misconduct, has sparked outrage and calls for judicial reform.
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56% Bias Score
Minnesota Man Pleads Guilty to Double Murder
A Minnesota man, Joseph Jorgenson, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for killing Fanta Xayavong and Manijeh Starren, whose dismembered bodies were discovered in storage units in 2023; he faces a maximum of 40 years in prison for each murder, to be served concurrently.
Minnesota Man Pleads Guilty to Double Murder
A Minnesota man, Joseph Jorgenson, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for killing Fanta Xayavong and Manijeh Starren, whose dismembered bodies were discovered in storage units in 2023; he faces a maximum of 40 years in prison for each murder, to be served concurrently.
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44% Bias Score
Naples Man Arrested for Christmas Day Assault and Kidnapping of Ex-Girlfriend
In Naples, Italy, a 23-year-old man stalked his 22-year-old ex-girlfriend, culminating in a Christmas Day assault and brief kidnapping, captured on video; the victim sustained serious injuries and the perpetrator was arrested.
Naples Man Arrested for Christmas Day Assault and Kidnapping of Ex-Girlfriend
In Naples, Italy, a 23-year-old man stalked his 22-year-old ex-girlfriend, culminating in a Christmas Day assault and brief kidnapping, captured on video; the victim sustained serious injuries and the perpetrator was arrested.
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36% Bias Score
Spain to Review Gender Violence Law Amidst Rise of New Forms of Abuse
Spain's Minister of Equality announced a review of the Integral Law against Gender Violence to address new forms of violence, including vicarious violence (9 children murdered this year), economic abuse, and online harassment, aligning with a renewed State Pact and acknowledging the challenge posed ...
Spain to Review Gender Violence Law Amidst Rise of New Forms of Abuse
Spain's Minister of Equality announced a review of the Integral Law against Gender Violence to address new forms of violence, including vicarious violence (9 children murdered this year), economic abuse, and online harassment, aligning with a renewed State Pact and acknowledging the challenge posed ...
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60% Bias Score