World Jul 20 Modi breaks silence over deadly ethnic clashes after video released showing women assaulted By Sheikh Saaliq, Associated Press
Nation Feb 17 Reported sexual assaults increase at U.S. military academies after return to in-person learning U.S. officials say reports of sexual assaults at the federal military academies increased sharply during the 2020-21 school year as students returned to in-person classes during the coronavirus pandemic. By Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press
Nation Aug 12 Michigan State’s deal with feds outlines steps to prevent sexual assaults The deal will resolve a federal civil-rights investigation into Larry Nassar's abuse of young gymnasts and other athletes under the guise of medical treatment. By David Eggert, Associated Press
Nation Apr 25 Military sex assault reports jump 10 percent in 2017 The overall increase was fueled by a nearly 15-percent surge in sexual assault reports in the Marine Corps, according to officials familiar with the data. By Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press
Nation Jan 11 George Washington University revokes Bill Cosby’s honorary degree George Washington University announced Monday it was rescinding an honorary doctoral degree that was awarded to Bill Cosby in 1997, amid ongoing allegations of sexual assault against the comedian. By Joshua Barajas
Jan 08 Watch 6:04 New Year’s assaults stoke tensions over migrants in Germany By PBS News Hour In Cologne, Germany, more than 100 young women were assaulted by crowds of men during New Year's celebrations. German authorities say they have identified 18 asylum seekers among the 31 suspects linked to the troubles, polarizing public opinion about that… Continue watching
Jun 03 Some rape victims still pay for medical services related to their assault By Michelle Andrews, Kaiser Health News Federal law seeks to keep sexual assault victims from paying for forensic exams, but in some states they may have to cover tests and treatment for pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections. Continue reading
May 01 Dept. of Education names 55 colleges facing sexual assault investigations By Kimberly Hefling, Associated Press WASHINGTON -- The Education Department on Thursday took the unprecedented step of releasing the names of the 55 colleges and universities currently facing a Title IX investigation over their handling of sexual abuse complaints. The release came two days after… Continue reading
Mar 07 Watch Military deserves ‘scrutiny’ on sexual assaults, Gen. Dempsey says By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Nov 17 Senate showdown over military sexual assault bill By News Desk WASHINGTON (AP) -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has secured public support from nearly half the Senate, but not enough votes, for her proposal to give victims of rape and sexual assault in the military an independent route outside the chain of… Continue reading