EXCLUSIVE - Japan's military needs more women. But it's still failing on harassment.
Following a wave of sexual harassment cases, the number of women applying to join the Self-Defence Forces decreased by 12 per cent.
Fri May 17 2024
Greta Gerwig at Cannes: #MeToo has changed things for the better
The global #MeToo movement has exposed men accused of sexual harassment in fields including entertainment, politics and business.
Thu May 16 2024
MOE views seriously rise in rape cases involving minors - Fadhlina
MOE implemented measures against the issue, including cross-ministerial collaboration to carry out advocacy related to sexual harassment.
Tue May 07 2024
Violence against environmental journalists rises, UNESCO says
UNESCO listed in its report physical attacks such as injuries, arrests and harassment, legal actions, including defamation lawsuits.
Fri May 03 2024
US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities
The US assessment said religious minorities in India reported discrimination including calls for violence and spread of misinformation.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Internet safety, connectivity among issues discussed at ministries' meeting
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said safeguarding children in the social media ecosystem remains a priority for the ministry.
Fri Apr 05 2024
South Korea opens hotline to support doctors defying walkout
The health minister said hotline is to support physicians who faced harassment or peer pressure if they chose not to join a mass walkout.
Tue Mar 12 2024
Sexual Harrassment: Para swimming coach goes on leave - Hannah
The coach linked to the sexual harassment case involving national swimmers has gone on leave until the investigation into the issue of misconduct is completed, said KBS Minister.
Thu Feb 29 2024
Safe Sports Code to be implemented in mainstream schools this year
The Safe Sports Code, which also includes a Code of Conduct, is used to handle complaints of sexual harassment in the sports industry.
Fri Jan 12 2024
French bodies slam Macron for supporting actor Depardieu accused of harassment
A French association fighting against sexist and sexual violence criticised French President Emmanuel Macron for supporting French actor Gerard Depardieu, accused of sexual harassment and rape.
Thu Dec 28 2023
Marvel fires actor Jonathan Majors after assault, harassment verdict
Marvel Studios fired US actor Jonathan Majors, who played the villainous character Kang the Conqueror, after a court found him guilty of assault and harassment against his former girlfriend.
Tue Dec 19 2023
Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over South China Sea 'harassment'
Manila asked China to direct its vessels to cease and desist from what it said were illegal actions and dangerous manoeuvres.
Tue Dec 12 2023
Number of men lodging sexual harassment complaints on the rise - deputy minister
Aiman Athirah Sabu said her ministry received a total of 1,486 complaints of sexual harassment.
Tue Dec 05 2023
Anti-Sexual Harassment Act: Tribunal to have 10 members - Nancy
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the tribunal will also be responsible for determining the way the cases are to be handled under the act.
Thu Oct 05 2023
Don't hesitate to report sexual harrasment cases - Nancy
Parents should not hesitate or be afraid to report such incidents, as it is a crucial responsibility in safeguarding their children.
Thu Sep 07 2023