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Nearly 25% of Moroccans justify wife beating, Afrobarometer reveals

A recent Afrobarometer study has found that nearly 24% of Moroccans believe it is “sometimes” or “always” justifiable for a man to beat his wife. This places Morocco at a moderate level of acceptance compared to other African nations, where support for intimate partner violence......

Bronx woman tortured and killed in brutal crime; boyfriend and his mother implicated

A 21-year-old Bronx woman endured unimaginable torment before her tragic death, allegedly at the hands of her boyfriend and his mother. Police revealed on Thursday that Princesa Incarnacion-Soto was held captive in a Bronx apartment for over a week, where she suffered prolonged abuse, including being......

Alarming rise in sexual violence in Morocco amid persistent abuse

Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) has released troubling data highlighting the ongoing issue of domestic violence and various forms of abuse faced by women and young girls in the country. This report draws on key findings from a 2019 survey focused on violence against young girls in......

Badr Hari's arrest: Kickboxing champion faces serious charges

The renowned Moroccan kickboxing champion, Badr Hari, was detained by Dutch authorities in Amsterdam on Sunday evening. He is under investigation for allegedly assaulting his ex-wife, Daphné, who is also the mother of his five children. Following his arrest, Hari spent the night in police custody......

Silent Suffering: Morocco Grapples with Underreported Domestic Abuse Against Men

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered a hidden epidemic of domestic violence against men in Morocco, challenging long-held societal norms and exposing significant gaps in legal protections. The master's thesis, titled "Violence Against Men: Reality of Practice and Mechanisms......

Olympic Athlete's Fiery Ordeal Unveils Dark Side of Kenyan Running Scene

In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the international athletic community, Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei is fighting for her life after a horrific attack by her boyfriend. The 33-year-old Olympian, who recently competed in Paris, suffered burns to 75% of her body when her......

Former Argentine President Faces Domestic Violence Charges: Fernández Denies Allegations

In a shocking turn of events, Argentina's former President Alberto Fernández has been formally charged with domestic violence against his ex-partner and former first lady, Fabiola Yáñez. The charges, brought forth by federal prosecutor Ramiro González, include "minor......

Tori Towey's Ordeal: An Irish Woman's Struggle Against the UAE's Legal System

On June 28th, 28-year-old Tori Towey, an Irish flight attendant based in Dubai, found herself in a harrowing situation. After allegedly being assaulted in her own home, she was charged by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) police with attempted suicide and consuming alcohol.  The charges against Towey......

Unveiling the Truth: Cassie Breaks Silence on Diddy's Domestic Violence Assault

In a poignant display of resilience, singer Cassie Ventura has taken to social media to share her first public statement since the harrowing footage of her former partner, Sean "Diddy" Combs, assaulting her surfaced last week. Ventura's words carry a weight that resonates far beyond the......