A former assistant is accusing a well-known film director of sexual misconduct. This person claims that the director, Paul Schrader, made unwanted advances during the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024. The assistant, who remains anonymous, says Schrader forced her into his hotel room. She alleges tha
Weston Cage, the 34-year-old son of actor Nicolas Cage, faced a judge in Los Angeles. The judge decided to focus on treatment rather than punishment. Cage was accused of attacking his mother, Christina Fulton, in April 2024. The judge agreed that Cage's mental health played a significant role in the
A federal judge in New York recently made a decision that surprised many. The judge dismissed corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. However, the judge did not do this in the way the Trump administration wanted. The Justice Department had asked for the case to be dismissed withou
Vanessa Trump and Donald Trump Jr. were once a high-profile couple, but their marriage ended in 2018. The pair first crossed paths at a fashion event in 2003, and their relationship quickly gained attention. Don Jr. famously popped the question in front of a jewelry store, spending a whopping 100, 0
Sexual assault is a big problem around the world. It leaves deep scars on the mental health of those who go through it. Many services that help survivors are struggling with long waitlists. This is where brief interventions come in. They are short, quick helps designed to offer immediate support. Bu
The National Security Agency (NSA) has a warning for all iPhone and Android users. It is not about the apps themselves, but about how people use them. Millions of users do not realize that simple mistakes can compromise their security. This warning came to light after a mix-up involving Trump offici
The safety of filmmakers is under the spotlight after a disturbing event. A group of prominent actors have publicly criticized the Academy's response to the alleged assault and arrest of Hamdan Ballal. This is the Palestinian filmmaker who, along with others, won an Oscar for co-directing "No Othe
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently decided not to release a forecast that highlighted the risk of measles in areas with low vaccination rates. This decision came despite the fact that the forecast was based on solid data and expert analysis. The CDC's choice to keep this i
In emergency rooms, patients who have experienced sexual assault often struggle to get HIV post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP. This medication can prevent HIV infection if taken soon after exposure. A recent effort aimed to change this. The plan involved updating the electronic health records for sex
The legal saga of French actor Gérard Depardieu took a dramatic turn. The Paris prosecutor's office has asked for an 18-month suspended prison sentence. This is for the actor, who is facing sexual assault charges stemming from a 2021 film shoot. The prosecutor also wants a three-year probation per
