domestic violence
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New law makes it illegal to threaten to release someone's nude photographs
The government introduced the measure as part of a raft of new amendments to the Domestic Abuse Bill.
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Why singing in lockdown is so good for our mental health
Hayley Sanderson, from the Strictly Come Dancing band, is encouraging everyone to sing during lockdown.
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What do if you're experiencing lockdown in an abusive relationship
Jenni Steele from Domestic Violence UK shares her tips
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What to do if you need to dial 999 during coronavirus lockdown but can't speak
There has been some confusion about what to do if you need to call 999, but can't talk.
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276 London choir members record song from home to raise over £30k for domestic abuse victims
The London-based choir has raised almost £30,000 in three days for women suffering from domestic abuse during the coronavirus lockdown.
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Domestic violence app sees 30% rise in alerts during coronavirus lockdown
Users can shake their phones when they're in danger.
Yahoo Life UKVictoria Derbyshire presents BBC show with domestic abuse helpline written on hand
This comes after the charity, Refuge, announced a 25% increase in calls last week.
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Melissa Benoist reveals she's a victim of domestic abuse: What is IPV?
The 31-year-old 'Supergirl' star shared a video on Instagram with the caption, 'Life Isn't Always What It Seems'
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Haunting images of high heels mark 440 women killed by partners in Turkey last year
Turkish artist Vahit Tuna has hung 440 pairs of high heels on a building in Istanbul, the country’s capital city, to highlight the national problem of domestic violence.
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The strong woman’s one-step guide to exiting a toxic relationship
Domestic abuse survivor and campaigner Julie Graham, star of Bletchley Circle San Francisco, has a simple piece of advice for those seeking to end an unhealthy relationship.
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Hairdressers are being trained to spot signs of domestic abuse
It follows the tragic death of Kerri McAuley at the hands of her boyfriend.
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Chris Brown admits assaulting Rihanna 'will haunt me forever'
American singer Chris Brown has spoken of his deep regret over assaulting ex-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009. The R&B star was put on probation and received a community service order after being found guilty of assaulting the Barbados-born
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Does this jewellery shop advert shock you?
Spicer Green Jewellers in North Carolina has astonished locals with a poster advert reading: "Sometimes, it's OK to throw rocks at girls." The poster features a number of gem stones, and the jeweller has said it was meant to be a
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Amber Heard pens heartfelt essay about domestic abuse
Amber Heard has penned an emotional open letter urging victims of domestic violence to find their inner “strength” and speak up. The 30-year-old actress continued by opening up about the “cold, hard, truth” women who find themselves victims of domestic violence have to deal with.
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Hairdressers in Illinois Will Be Trained to Recognize Signs of Domestic Abuse, Sexual Assault
Illinois has become the first state to pass a law requiring that licensed hairdressers receive training to recognize in their clients any evidence of domestic and sexual violence, according to a local news channel, WQAD. The law, which was signed by Governor Bruce Rauner in August and takes effect on Jan. 1, 2017, is unprecedented in the salon industry.
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One in five are victims of domestic financial abuse
Domestic financial abuse is shockingly prevalent, with a new study showing that one in five Brits have been victims at some point in their life. Victims have been controlled, sabotaged or exploited by their partner, who wants to stop them having
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Benefit cap 'hits most vulnerable'
The Government's so-called "benefit cap" is threatening to cause severe hardship to some of the most vulnerable people in society, the Court of Appeal has been told. The flagship policy is having a particularly harsh impact on
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Man sentenced for lifting ex-wife's car with a forklift truck
Nigel Stuart Cousins, 45, from County Down, Northern Ireland was handed a three-month jail sentence after a court heard how he 'lifted' his wife's car with a forklift truck. Cousins' then wife had driven their son to
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Thug flips ex-girlfriend's caravan with tractor
A jilted lover has been jailed after he deliberately crashed a tractor into his ex-girlfriend's caravan, flipping it while she slept inside. Alexander Brown then continued his late-night harassment as he slashed the tyres of petrified
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Government U-turn over legal aid
The Government has made a major U-turn on its justice reforms by making it easier for the victims of domestic violence to claim legal aid. Ministers faced criticism that their reforms would make it too difficult for women abused by their