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Franklin refuses comment on PSU rape charges
Penn State coach James Franklin declined to answer questions after two of his former players were accused by police of raping a 17-year-old girl in July.1 hour ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape
African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...4 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Rape centre breaks away from charity in row over gender
The centre in Glasgow said it only wanted to employ women, but this was "at odds" with Rape Crisis Scotland.4 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Gisele Pelicot Testifies in French Rape Case: ‘How Could You Betray Me Like This?’
Gisèle Pelicot’s ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, is accused of inviting strangers to sexually assault her while she was drugged and unconscious. The trial has transformed how France discusses sexual ...16 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition
Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under Trump7 hours ago -
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World - Financial Times
Positively Pernambuco – a story of hope in Brazil
A fashion photographer and a teacher shift the focus onto one of Brazil’s most marginalised communities14 hours ago - Brazil -
Top stories - NBC News
French victim of mass rape hopes trial will help other women and change society
Gisele Pelicot, the victim of mass rape told a trial in France that she hoped that making her case public would help other women and change society.Yesterday -
World - ABC News
Sensational mass trial shines a dark light on rape culture in France
The sensational trial of 50 men accused of raping an unwitting and unconscious French woman who was repeatedly drugged by her husband has exposed what critics say is a dark rape culture in the countryYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa
The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
The Elegant Strategy: Why Hustle Culture Isn’t Enough
Seth Godin’s new book reminds entrepreneurs that trying harder isn’t always the best strategy2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study
Rapid urbanisation thought to be damaging adolescent health, as researchers say need for medication and diagnostic tests is urgent. Millions of teenagers in Africa are suffering from asthma with no ...2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
When Critic vs. Choreographer Ignited a Cultural Firestorm
Thirty years ago, Bill T. Jones presented “Still/Here,” and the critic Arlene Croce responded with an explosive essay. Now the work is returning to the Brooklyn Academy.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
My brilliant Korea: rediscovery of a rich cultural narrative
By writing a book about Korean myths, a writer learned that the old stories ran deep in her family. In my childhood homes, I grew up with Korean culture all around me. For years we had a woodblock ...4 days ago -
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Tech - ABC News
A failed mic leaves Donald Trump pacing the stage in silence for nearly 20 minutes
Donald Trump paced his rally stage in silence for nearly 20 minutes Friday night in Detroit after his microphone cut out5 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Trump Tried to Silence Stormy Daniels Again After His Conviction
Donald J. Trump was convicted in May of covering up a hush-money deal with Stormy Daniels. Just two months later, his lawyer offered another deal for her silence.5 days ago - Donald Trump -
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Man raped and killed unconscious woman on park bench
A sexual predator raped and killed an unconscious woman on a west London park bench.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
One Direction breaks silence on Liam Payne's death: 'We will miss him terribly'
Liam Payne’s former bandmates in One Direction have shared a statement on the 31-year-old signer’s death, calling him a brother who they “loved dearly.”6 days ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
Australia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa
South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.October 17 - World Cup -
Business - Financial Times
Can AI help Africa close the development gap?
Machine learning could have transformative effects on developing economies and societies. But some fear a deepening digital divideOctober 17 -
Sports - ESPN
Mbappé's reps deny reports of rape allegation
Allegations of rape against Kylian Mbappé are "totally false" and "a slanderous rumour," his representatives said Tuesday, following media reports that he was the subject of an investigation over ...October 16 -
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Sports - CBS Sports
Guardians, much like Yankees, are hoping ALCS Game 2 home run helps their star break out of playoff funk
The Guardians need the best version of Jose Ramírez to mount an ALCS comebackOctober 16 - MLB -
Top stories - BBC News
Mbappé shocked by being linked to Swedish rape inquiry, says lawyer
France's football captain has called the media reports "fake news" and his lawyers say he is stunned.October 16 -
Business - Financial Times
South Africa’s ‘second miracle’ coalition fights to endure
Unity government led by ANC and Democratic Alliance works to resolve tensions as it passes 100-day milestoneOctober 16 -
World - The Guardian
We live in a treat culture – and gen Z is splurging on snacks | Arwa Mahdawi
When times are hard, people opt for affordable luxuries. So should you splash out on that highly Instagrammable $19 smoothie?. The last time I happened to find myself in Los Angeles (which is not a ...October 16 -
Sports - ABC News
Mbappé's representatives dismiss Swedish reports of a rape claim
French soccer star Kylian Mbappé’s representatives have rejected as “false and irresponsible” reports in Swedish media saying he is the subject of a rape investigation in the Nordic countryOctober 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Forget the polls: Cultural signs point toward a Harris victory
Sometimes a better predictor of our political futures is found in pop culture.October 15 -
World - ABC News
Imprisoned Belarus activist who was a symbol of defiance hasn't been heard from for months
The last time any of Maria Kolesnikova’s family had contact with the imprisoned Belarusian opposition activist was more than 18 months agoOctober 15 -
World - The New York Times
Therapeutic Food Shortage Puts African Children at Risk of Starvation, U.N. Agency Says
Supplies of a highly nutritious treatment are running out, according to UNICEF.October 15 -
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Tech - VentureBeat
The evolution of memes: from simple laughs to a cultural phenomenon
CONTRIBUTOR CONTENT: Memes have become a common form of humor in the digital realm, especially among younger generations. Now, memes are even shared to express certain feelings or actions in ...October 14 -
Sports - ESPN
Pederson on 'culture change': Jags just need wins
Doug Pederson says the Jaguars can't get used to losing games because that can become their identity this season.October 14 -
Sports - ESPN
Jags HC: Need culture change; Cisco: 'Lot of quit'
Coach Doug Pederson said the Jaguars are on a "slippery slope" and in need of a culture change, especially after Andre Cisco said he saw "a lot of quit" vs. the Bears.October 13 -
Politics - The Hill
Desperate Democrats cry “misinformation” to silence criticism of Kamala Harris
Democrats have now decided that charges of “misinformation” are the best way to stifle criticism of their policies or dissonant opinions from their adversaries.October 13 - Kamala Harris