sexual abuse

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A government spokesperson said all police forces were expected to "rigorously investigate" any claims of child sexual abuse "to ensure perpetrators are brought to justice".

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Intense angst over César Chávez’s legacy amid sexual abuse allegations is ripping through California classrooms, prompting teachers, scholars and school systems to urgently revamp lessons about one of California’s most widely taught historic figures.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

"Not a single woman has ever accused either man of committing sexual abuse or witnessing sexual abuse, nor claimed at any time that she reported to them any allegation of Mr Epstein's abuse," he added.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Federal law requires all U.S. technology companies to report detected child sexual abuse material to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Minors should be protected against all sexual abuse.

From The Sexual Question A Scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study by Forel, Auguste