sexual abuse

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But in the meantime, New York gave people a chance to sue over long-ago sexual abuse claims.

From Seattle Times

Indian wrestlers are protesting again in Delhi, seeking the arrest of the former chief of the sport's governing federation for alleged sexual abuse.

From BBC

“Indeed, the ICJ stresses that States have a clear obligation under international law to protect children from all forms of abuses, such as child sexual abuse, including through the criminalization of such conduct.”

From Seattle Times

Mark Page was jailed for arranging sexual abuse of children in the Philippines, both online and in person.

From BBC

But more time will be needed before survivors of child sexual abuse at the hands of Boy Scout leaders and volunteers begin receiving compensation.

From Seattle Times