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Father who raped, imprisoned daughter for 24 years may be released

Convicted rapist Josef Fritzl may soon be released from prison as his defense attorney argued Fritz’s deteriorating health means he no longer poses a public threat.

Prison guard could face criminal charges for abuse accusation due to 'selective enforcement'

A memorandum written by the prison warden could have Moshe Toito charged as a criminal.

By YOAV ETIEL , ELI ASHKENAZI
12/01/2024

Sex offender who gave high profile interview to Hasidic comedian pleads guilty

Gershon Selinger, 41, pleaded guilty to the felony of first-degree sexual abuse of a minor under the age of 11.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
05/01/2024

Women held hostage by Hamas in Gaza kept in cages - report

Israeli hostages released by Hamas speak out about the state of their captivity in Gaza.

Iranian authorities accused of torture, sexual abuse, ‘systemic immunity’ from prosecution

On International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, reports surface of increased torture and sexual violence by Iranian authorities against protesters.

By OWEN HOLDAWAY/THE MEDIA LINE
27/11/2023

Health Ministry must improve treatment guidelines for released hostages - expert

The letter stated that the ministry was not attentive to the needs of the hostages and their families.

Verbal abuse hurts children as much as physical, sexual abuse - study

A new study reveals the alarming impact of yelling at kids, sparking calls for recognizing verbal abuse as a form of child abuse.

By WALLA!
23/10/2023
A hooded man holds a laptop computer as a blue screen with an exclamation mark is projected on him i

Why has Facebook flagged searches of chicken soup as 'child sexual abuse'?

Translations of "chicken soup" in other languages are believed to act as coded language to post child pornography on social media without a trace.

Arab women more in danger of domestic abuse in Israel than Jews

The study found that Arab women were significantly less likely to approach friends and family for help than Jewish women were.

Dianne Feinstein

US Senator Feinstein sues over financial abuse in husband's estate

The attorney added: "The trustees have always respected Senator Feinstein and always will. But this has nothing to do with her needs and everything to do with her daughter's avarice."

By REUTERS
15/08/2023
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