Ray J, the singer and actor, had a rough Thanksgiving this year. He was arrested on Thanksgiving morning. Police in Los Angeles got a call about an assault with a deadly weapon and domestic violence. They went to the scene and took Ray J into custody. His real name is Willie Ray Norwood Jr. He is 44
In a bold move, Sumeyye Akyol, a rising artist from Turkey, showcased her powerful piece, "Domination, " at the BASE 2025 event. This artwork uses hair to symbolize women's resistance and freedom of choice. Akyol, who grew up in the conservative town of Batman, knows firsthand the pressures women fa
In the wake of mass violence, the focus often centers on the immediate aftermath and the broader impact on communities. However, there's a less visible aspect that deserves attention: the mental health struggles of those who lose a close friend in such events. A recent investigation shed light on t
Every day, 137 women and girls lose their lives at the hands of someone they know. This shocking statistic comes from a recent report that sheds light on the grim reality of femicide, the intentional killing of women and girls because of their gender. The report reveals that in 2024, around 50, 000
Italy has made a bold move to tackle violence against women. Lawmakers from all sides came together to pass a new law. This law makes femicide a specific crime in Italy's legal system. Femicide refers to the murder of women due to gender-based violence. Those found guilty of this crime can now face
Nigeria is taking big steps to fight the violence that's been happening across the country. President Bola Tinubu has just announced a national security emergency. He's planning to add 20, 000 new police officers to the force. That's a lot of new recruits! He also wants to use National Youth Service
In India, partner violence is a serious problem. Nearly 3 out of 10 married women between 18 and 49 have faced physical or sexual abuse from their spouses. What's concerning is that this violence often begins early in the marriage. On average, it starts around 3. 3 years after tying the knot. Intere
A special education teacher in North Alabama has stepped down from her job. Brandy Taylor worked at Hampton Cove Middle School since 2020. She decided to resign after news about her 2017 arrest spread online. Taylor was accused of hurting a child. She allegedly hit, punched, and bit the child. She
In Italy, a significant discussion has been sparked by recent crime statistics. Foreign nationals, who make up only 9% of the population, are involved in nearly half of all sexual violence arrests. This raises questions about the effectiveness of current policies and the integration of migrants. Th
A recent shift in policy by the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has brought relief to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The DOJ has decided not to enforce new restrictions that would have blocked federal grant funding for legal services to undocumented immigrants. This c
