Former nanny's lawsuit accuses Neil Gaiman of human trafficking, rape, calling her 'slave'

As a writer, Neil Gaiman is a serial fantasist. That, it seems, also applies to his feminism | Catherine Bennett

Allegations of sexual misconduct are proving hard for fans and friends of the ‘geek royalty’ author to process . Perhaps uniquely in the history of #MeToo, the women now alleging sexual misconduct ...

The Guardian - Jan. 19

Police volunteer in India convicted in rape, murder of doctor

Protests erupted in West Bengal last August after the body of a trainee doctor was found with multiple injuries in a hospital lecture hall.

CBS News - Jan. 18

DOJ lawsuit accuses Walgreens of filling millions of unlawful prescriptions

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit on Friday alleging Walgreens knowingly filled millions of unlawful prescriptions for controlled substances.

CBS News - Jan. 17

Neil Gaiman, ‘Babygirl’ and the Ethics of Social Liberalism

The tortured quest for a morality both liberated and safe.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Former European Leaders Call for Google Ad-Tech Breakup

A group of 18 former European heads of state have called on the European Commission to break up Google’s highly lucrative advertising-technology business, claiming it erodes Europe’s media landscape.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 17

Women’s claims of sexual abuse must be heard – unless they’re about master storyteller Neil Gaiman, apparently | Marina Hyde

It’s easy to process allegations against textbook scumbags like Harvey Weinstein. When it is beloved authors and ‘allies’, less so. Draw near, allies, for these are dark days for “kink-shaming”. At ...

The Guardian - Jan. 17

Former ‘Today’ host Hoda Kotb starts her new life as suburban mom in $2.9 million home after years on the show

After 17 years on the show, Kotb’s final on-air day was Jan. 10, as she plans to spend time with her two daughters.

MarketWatch - Jan. 17

Former Vice President Pence calls on Trump to renew US support for Taiwan

Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has called on President-elect Donald Trump to renew his pledge to support Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion

ABC News - Jan. 17

WATCH: Cat gets cozy while interrupting her dad’s Zoom call

This cat found the perfect spot to relax, which happens to be right in front of the Zoom camera.

ABC News - Jan. 16

Amanda Palmer ‘profoundly disturbed’ by sexual assault allegations against ex-partner Neil Gaiman

The singer-songwriter posted a statement on Instagram after multiple women accused the author of sexual misconduct in a New York Magazine article this week. Neil Gaiman’s ex-partner Amanda Palmer ...

The Guardian - Jan. 16

Drake lawsuit accuses Universal Music Group of defamation for 'Not Like Us'

The superstar rapper claims in a lawsuit that the record company he and Kendrick Lamar are both signed with have put his life and reputation at risk.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15

Neil Gaiman denies sexual assault allegations: 'I don't accept there was any abuse'

Neil Gaiman, the bestselling fantasy author, denies sexual abuse allegations made by eight women in an explosive New York Magazine article.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15

UN human rights chief calls for lifting Western sanctions on Syria as country rebuilds after Assad

The United Nations human rights chief has called for the lifting of Western sanctions imposed on Syria over its yearslong civil war, now that former leader Bashar Assad has been ousted and sent ...

ABC News - Jan. 15

British author Neil Gaiman denies ever engaging in non-consensual sex as more accusers come forward

Best-selling British author Neil Gaiman has released a statement denying he has ever engaged in non-consensual sex after a magazine published allegations from several women, accusing him of sexual ...

ABC News - Jan. 15

Author Neil Gaiman faces more sexual assault allegations

The Sandman and American Gods author is the subject of a New York Magazine cover story.

BBC News - Jan. 14

Jack Smith denounces Trump's conduct, calls his accusations 'laughable'

In a last rebuke to the former president he investigated for two years, special counsel Jack Smith denounced Donald Trump for levying "laughable" attacks on the DOJ.

ABC News - Jan. 14

Fox News taps Will Cain to replace Neil Cavuto as daily afternoon host

Cain, a former ESPN personality, joined Fox News in 2020, where he was a co-host of "Fox & Friends Weekend."

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 13

Neil Robertson stuns John Higgins with dramatic Masters fightback

Australian, a late call-up, wins 6-5 having been 5-1 down Murphy defeats Wilson 6-3 and faces Robertson next Neil Robertson made the most of his late call-up to the Masters with a stunning ...

The Guardian - Jan. 12

AI is taking the 'human' out of human resources

Companies increasingly rely on AI-based tools to replace everyday HR functions, from tracking job applications to monitoring employees’ performance to making decisions about promotions and layoffs.

The Hill - Jan. 10

Former TV bailiff accused of wife's murder gives first interview about case

Former TV bailiff Renard Spivey found himself in a real-life courtroom drama when he was accused of killing his wife in 2019. He speaks out for the first time about the fight to prove his innocence ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

South Africa police find 26 naked Ethiopians held by suspected traffickers

Three people arrested after group escapes Johannesburg house by breaking a window and burglar bar. South African police have rescued 26 Ethiopians from a suspected human trafficking ring in ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Mother of Ashli Babbitt says Trump called her and told Jan. 6 rioters to 'keep their chins up'

The mother of a Jan. 6 rioter killed during the attack on the U.S. Capitol said she received a call from Donald Trump this week.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking

Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.

CBS News - Jan. 9

Japanese crime leader pleads guilty in U.S. to trafficking nuclear materials

The leader of a Japanese crime syndicate who was charged by U.S. authorities with trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar pleaded guilty on Wednesday.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Japanese yakuza leader pleads guilty to trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar

US authorities charged Takeshi Ebisawa with conspiring to traffic nuclear materials from Myanmar for expected use by Iran in nuclear weapons. A member of the Japanese criminal underworld has ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

Former United Airlines employee called anti-Asian slurs and assaulted on job, settlement says

United Airlines will pay $99,000 to settle a federal discrimination case in which an Asian American employee alleged that a supervisor called him an anti-Asian slur, told him to pull up his mask ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Sam Altman’s Younger Sister Files Lawsuit Claiming He Sexually Abused Her

OpenAI’s chief executive and founder denies the allegations, which are similar to claims his sister has long made online.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Jay-Z files new motion to dismiss lawsuit accusing him of raping girl, 13

Rapper alleges inconsistencies in woman’s accusation that he and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs assaulted her at 2000 afterparty. Jay-Z filed a new motion on Wednesday seeking to dismiss the lawsuit brought ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Tory and Reform MPs accused of ‘weaponising trauma’ of grooming victims, as Farage calls for inquiry into Pakistani men – UK politics live

Prime minister told Commons any new inquiry into child abuse would delay progress however spokesperson says he has not ruled one out. Reform UK has also tabled a reasoned amendment to the ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

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