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John Geddert: ex-USA Gymnastics coach charged with 24 crimes takes own life

Geddert, 64, takes own life after being charged with 24 crimesFormer US women’s gymnastics coach was tied to Larry Nassar Former US Olympic gymnastics coach John Geddert, who had ties to disgraced team doctor Larry Nassar and was charged earlier on Thursday with human trafficking and sexual assault, has since taken his own life, authorities said.

Gérard Depardieu charged with rape and sexual assault

French star is being investigated over an incident with a female actor at his Paris home in 2018

Spectator wins challenge to court order in Alex Salmond case

Ruling could clear way for former first minister to give evidence to Holyrood committee

Allegations against TI and Tiny prompt call to support Black sexual assault survivors

#MeToo activists say claims against musicians highlight how Black survivors’ trauma has been ignored

Trent Reznor: sexual assault story in Marilyn Manson memoir is 'fabrication'

Nine Inch Nails frontman claims Manson invented recirculated story in memoir, as Manson is accused by further women of abuse, which he denies

Dolly Parton turned down presidential medal of freedom twice from Trump

Singer says she’s not sure she’ll accept it from Biden either because it might seem political to do so

Rapper Soulja Boy sued over sexual assault allegations

Representative for chart-topping US star calls claims of sexual, physical and verbal abuse against unnamed woman ‘nonsense’

I'll never get over police raid, says castaway Cliff Richard

Sixty years after he first appeared on Desert Island Discs, the singer returns to talk about suing the BBC and why he never married

Kim Ki-duk: punk-Buddhist shock, violence – and hypnotic beauty too

The South Korean director, who has died of Covid, was at the forefront of a new wave of uncompromising cinemaKim Ki-duk dies aged 59Of all the film-makers of what might loosely be called the new Asian wave of the 21st century, perhaps the most challenging and mysterious – and probably the most garlanded on the European festival circuit – was South Korean director Kim Ki-duk.

Jarryd Hayne trial: former NRL star alleged to have raped woman in 2018, jury panel told

Former NSW rugby league player has pleaded not guilty to aggravated sexual assault in Newcastle on grand final night

Rudy Giuliani featured sex offender at press conference

At his bizarre press conference outside Four Seasons Total Landscaping in Philadelphia, Rudy Giuliani called up several witnesses to testify of alleged irregularities at vote-counting facilities – and one, it turns out, is a convicted sex offender.

French Director David Moreau Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Crew Member

French director David Moreau has been accused of sexual assault by a crew member on his movie "King," which wrapped filming on Oct.

Porn star Ron Jeremy charged with seven more sex crimes

Porn star Ron Jeremy was charged on Wednesday with an additional seven counts of rape and sexual assault, bringing to 23 the number of his alleged victims, the Los Angeles District Attorney's office said.

Ron Jeremy Charged With Seven Additional Counts of Sexual Assault

Seven additional counts of sexual assault were filed on Wednesday against former adult film star Ron Jeremy, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office announced in a statement.

John Leslie Cleared Of Sexual Assault Following Trial

John Leslie has been cleared of sexual assault, following a week-long trial.

Harvey Weinstein Accuser Writes #MeToo Stage Musical With Diane Warren (Exclusive)

In a cramped rehearsal studio in Hollywood last February, a group of Harvey Weinstein accusers gathered for the first live run-through of a remarkable by-product of the MeToo movement: a musical about their experiences that is aiming for Broadway.

John Leslie Cleared Of Sexual Assault At Trial

John Leslie has been cleared of sexual assault at trial.

Chicago officer sues former chief for sexual harassment

A Chicago police officer has filed a lawsuit alleging sexual assault by former police Superintendent Eddie Johnson, who was out drinking with her the night he was found asleep behind the wheel of his SUV.

Tony Awards 2020: Full List of Nominations

"Jagged Little Pill," a ferocious reimagining of Alanis Morissette's album of the same name, captured a leading 15 Tony Award nominations on Thursday.

Tory Peer Lord Holmes Cleared Of Sexually Assaulting Massage Therapist

A Paralympic gold medallist and Tory peer has been found not guilty of sexually assaulting a beauty therapist during a massage.

She escaped N.Korea, but 'raped' by South's spies

She ran away from her home in North Korea six years ago to find a safe haven in the South.

My Boyfriend Of Three Years Suddenly Ghosted Me. Here’s Why I’m Grateful It Happened

“What would you do if you knew you would never get married?” my therapist asked me.

What a piece of work is this man: Trump trolls liberals with Barrett history play

David Smith’s sketch: The stage dressed to recall Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the president portrayed her arch-conservative successor as the embodiment of feminist virtue * Report: Trump names Barrett, stoking liberal backlash * Spotlight falls on secretive Catholic group People of PraiseFor liberal America, it was a ceremony of unseemly haste to rank with Hamlet having to watch his mother marry his father’s murderer.

Misogyny Could Become A Hate Crime, Says Law Commission As Review Launched

Misogyny is a step closer to being classified as a hate crime, the Law Commission has said.

The Queen Strips Harvey Weinstein Of His CBE

Harvey Weinstein has been stripped of his CBE.

College Students Are Already Itching to Sue Frats Over COVID-19

Across the country, as college students return to campus with masks and hand sanitizer, fraternities and sororities are doing what they’ve always done: drinking and partying.

Erick Morillo, DJ Known for ‘I Like to Move It,’ Dies at 49

Erick Morillo, a veteran DJ who broke into the mainstream with the 1990s hit “I Like to Move It,” was found dead Tuesday, Miami Beach police confirm to Variety.

Ed Henry’s Accusers Say His Behavior Was an Open Secret at Fox News

When Fox News fired Ed Henry last month for alleged sexual misconduct, the network claimed it took “swift action”as soon as it learned about complaints made against him by former producer Jennifer Eckhart.

Everything My Straight Friends Told Me About Sex Was Wrong

You’re reading Sex Diaries, a HuffPost UK Personal series about how we are (or aren’t) having sex. To share your story, get in touch on ukpersonal@huffpost.com.

Partying In A Pandemic: Why The Rave Scene Is Experiencing A Resurgence

The perception is that more illegal raves are happening now than ever before.

Evanna Lynch: 'I Was Addicted To People Who Made Me Feel Bad'

In What Works For Me – a series of articles considering how we can find balance in our lives – we talk to celebrities about wellbeing and self-care.“This year I started working with the moon – the new moon and the full moon,” says actor, podcaster and activist Evanna Lynch. “The new moon is about setting new intentions and putting out your wishes to the universe.

How I May Destroy You Should Open The Door For More Groundbreaking TV Shows

With its depictions of period sex, stealthing, sexual assault and the mental health fallout, I May Destroy You explored tough subjects in ways that felt unfathomable for TV only a few short months ago.

Rose McGowan Accuses ‘Sideways’ Director Alexander Payne of Sexual Misconduct

Rose McGowan, the actress whose public allegations helped lead to the imprisonment of the once-celebrated super-producer Harvey Weinstein, has accused the director Alexander Payne of sexually inappropriate behavior towards her when she was 15.

UK tour by Mark Kozelek cancelled following sexual assault allegations

According to report, Sun Kil Moon and Red House Painters frontman, who has not commented, accused of sex offences in separate tour incidents

'A True Artist': How The Unstoppable Michaela Coel Became The Most Exciting Talent In TV - By Those Who Know Her

“She’s there as a colleague, as a mate, and then she’s there jumping into the role of actor for a scene,” reflects Ita O’Brien, intimacy coordinator who worked with Michaela Coel on I May Destroy You.

The Tories Are Protecting An Alleged Rapist – We Mustn't Let Them

It’s now been over a week since news broke of a Conservative MP accused of rape by a former parliamentary aide.

‘Surviving Jeffrey Epstein’ Documentary Leads to Increase In National Sexual Assault Hotline Calls

After Lifetime's docuseries "Surviving Jeffrey Epstein" premiered, calls into the National Sexual Assault Hotline increased drastically, showing the real-life impact about what happens when survivors hear other stories about sexual assault.

Social media users inspire outrage against Egypt's alleged sexual abusers

Survivors who say alleged assailants go unpunished have begun publicly shaming them online

Coronation Street Unveils New Todd Grimshaw Actor, Gareth Pierce, Ahead Of Character's Return

Warning: This article contains minor spoilers for an upcoming storyline on Coronation Street.

More charges for man accused of preying on homeless women

More victims of a man accused of luring homeless women with the promise of food and shelter only to sexually assault them have been identified, Phoenix police said Friday.

Wesley Streete Guilty Of Raping And Murdering 'Friend' Keeley Bunker

A man has been found guilty of the 2019 rape and murder of Keeley Bunker, who had “trusted” the killer to walk her home safe, in Tamworth, Staffordshire.

The outrage over Bill Clinton's links to Epstein exposes the hypocrisy of the rightwing media | Arwa Mahdawi

Trump’s fans were happy to overlook the president’s closeness to the late sex offender, but now that Clinton is being associated with him they are up in arms

Senior Tory MP 'Arrested On Suspicion Of Rape'

LATEST: Senior Tory MP Accused Of Rape Will Not Be Suspended From Party

Senior Tory MP Accused Of Rape Will Not Be Suspended From Party

Labour has said it is “shocking” that a senior Tory MP reportedly under investigation over rape allegations has not had the whip suspended.

LBC host Iain Dale breaks long silence over attempted rape

Inspired by a female date rape survivor, the radio pundit says men must report sex assaults and learn to confront their experiences

Former Tory MP Charlie Elphicke Found Guilty Of Sexual Assault

Former Conservative MP Charlie Elphicke has been found guilty of three counts of sexual assault.

Driver Who Dragged PC Andrew Harper To His Death Cleared Of Murder

Driver Henry Long, who dragged police officer Andrew Harper to his death, has been found not guilty at the Old Bailey of murder.

Fox News hit by new claims of stars' sexual misconduct in lawsuit

Ex-correspondent Ed Henry accused of rape and sexual assaultTucker Carlson and Sean Hannity face sexual harassment claimTwo women have come forward with explosive new allegations of sexual misconduct at Fox News, claiming in a lawsuit that the former chief national correspondent of the cable channel, Ed Henry, subjected one of them to rape and sexual assault.

Johnny Depp's dogs: Amber Heard was repeatedly told she couldn't take pets to Australia, court hears

Johnny Depp's dogs: Amber Heard was repeatedly told she couldn't take pets to Australia, court hears

‘Entourage’ Star Kevin Connolly Accused of Sexual Assault: ‘I Want It to Be Known That He Is Dangerous’

‘Entourage’ Star Kevin Connolly Accused of Sexual Assault: ‘I Want It to Be Known That He Is Dangerous’

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Biden tells world leaders 'the transatlantic alliance is back'

President Biden addressed world leaders as part of the Munich Security Conference on Friday, assuring them that "the transatlantic alliance is back" while stressing the need to defend democracy around the world. From the start of his speech, Biden made clear he hoped to send "a clear message to the world" that "America is back" and "the transatlantic alliance is back," affirming the United States is "fully committed to our NATO alliance." He sought to contrast his administration's foreign policy agenda with that of former President Donald Trump. "I know the past few years have strained and tested our transatlantic relationship," Biden said.

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Jennifer Pinches, 2012 Olympian, spearheads the actionPinches says authorities ‘prioritise podiums over people’British Gymnastics is facing an unprecedented group-claim lawsuit from 17 former gymnasts, who allege there was widespread physical and psychological abuse deployed by coaches on children as young as six as part of a “win at all costs” mentality in the sport.

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