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‘Who do you think you are?’: Charlize Theron’s mother ‘saved’ her from her father, who decided death was her punishment for not saying ‘hello’

He saw it as disrespect.

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‘We feel unsafe in our own homes’: women in Brazil’s favelas learn to fight back amid rising violence

Demand for martial arts classes grows as women face increase in gender-based attacks

The Guardian - UK

'Distress': woman questioned over theft after DV claim

An upset woman was questioned over claims she had stolen money from an ex-partner moments after reporting domestic violence allegations, a coroner has heard.

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Deadly domestic violence cases stir calls for more prevention resources for Black communities

Two deadly cases of domestic violence — one in Louisiana and the other in Virginia targeting Black mothers — have sparked a national conversation about domestic violence prevention and mental health care resources available to Black communities

The Independent UK

Man Who Shot 8 Children To Death Told Family 'Some People Don't Come Back From Their Demons'

Shamar Elkins, 31, shot ten people, killing eight children in what police said was an incident of domestic violence

International Business Times

Dakota Mortensen breaks silence after Taylor Frankie Paul told she won’t face new domestic violence charges

Mortensen said he has ‘chosen to step away from the spotlight’ amid the ongoing case with Paul

The Independent UK

Intimate partner homicide has clear warning signs – and is often preventable, research shows

Dr. Cerina Wanzer Fairfax was an accomplished dentist and a loving mom to two teenage children. On April 16, 2026, she was killed by her estranged husband, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, who then killed himself, according to news reports. This apparent intimate partner murder-suicide has garnered widespread media…

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Shamar Elkins' Louisiana Mass Shooting Linked To Domestic Violence? Disturbing Details Revealed

A mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, linked to domestic violence, resulted in the deaths of eight children. The suspect, Shamar Elkins, was the father of seven victims.

International Business Times UK

Horrific Louisiana Mass Shooting Victims' Profile: Age, Suspect Connection and How They Got in the Line of Fire

A tragic domestic violence incident in Shreveport, Louisiana, resulted in the deaths of eight children, leaving the community in shock and mourning. The shooter, Shamar Elkins, was killed by police.

International Business Times UK

Photos show scene of deadly Louisiana domestic attack that killed eight children

A gunman in Louisiana killed eight children, including seven of his own, and shot two other people Sunday in an early morning attack of domestic violence carried out across two homes, authorities said, rocking a Shreveport neighborhood in one of the nation’s deadliest mass shootings in more than two years.

The Independent UK

Man held in custody, charged with mum's stabbing murder

A man accused of murdering his mother has been remanded in custody while police hunt a gang of men suspected of a separate stabbing death nearby.

AAP

Ex-UFC Heavyweight Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges After Threatening to 'Murder' a Woman

Former UFC fighter Mark Hunt was arrested for domestic violence and is now facing charges of stalking and intimidation.

International Business Times UK

Prosecutors won’t file domestic abuse charges against Taylor Frankie Paul

Mormon Wives star was accused of domestic violence by her former partner Dakota Mortensen

The Guardian - US

Taylor Frankie Paul breaks silence after prosecutors decline to file new domestic violence charges

Paul and her ex, Dakota Mortensen, have filed protective orders against each other

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How Taylor Frankie Paul Responded After Finding Out She Wasn’t Getting Charged With Domestic Violence

Paul was involved in an investigation.

The Independent UK

Why the colour purple will appear in tonight’s Coronation Street

One star called the latest storyline a ‘tough watch at times’

Evening Standard

Coronation Street to use purple to raise awareness of domestic violence

The stylised episode is part of its ongoing domestic abuse storyline.

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Taylor Frankie Paul Will Not Be Charged After Utah Domestic Violence Allegations

Utah prosecutors have declined to file new charges against Taylor Frankie Paul after reviewing domestic violence allegations.

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The Independent UK

‘Baby Jessica,’ who made national headlines when she fell down a well, arrested on domestic violence charges

‘Baby Jessica’ grabbed worldwide headlines in 1987 when she got stuck in a well

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The Changing Face Of Domestic Violence: New Tactics and How To Get Help

Domestic violence is often imagined as physical harm, but its reality has evolved far beyond visible bruises. Today, abuse can be subtle, digital, and deeply psychological, making it harder to recognize and even harder to escape. Many victims find themselves questioning their own experiences because modern tactics blur the line…

The Independent UK

Parents, advocates say guardians ad litem need more guardrails. These Washington reforms could help

In Washington, judges appoint guardians ad litem (GALs) to investigate custody disputes, but concerns are rising about their impact

Latin Times

Former WWE Star Alberto Del Rio Faces Up to 7 Years in Prison in Mexico Domestic Violence Case

Former WWE champion Alberto Del Rio, the Mexican wrestler also known as Alberto "El Patrón," is facing criminal proceedings in San Luis Potosí after state prosecutors accused him of domestic violence against his partner following an alleged April 6 incident in the city's Lomas del Tecnológico neighborhood.

The Independent UK

Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill wife found guilty of attempted manslaughter

The national domestic abuse helpline offers support for women on 0808 2000 247, or you can visit the Refuge website. There is a dedicated men's advice line on 0808 8010 327. Those in the US can call the domestic violence hotline on 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Other international helplines can be found…

International Business Times UK

Ex-WWE Star Alberto Del Rio Arrested In Mexico Following Domestic Violence Report By Wife

Alberto del Rio, former WWE champion, has been arrested in Mexico following allegations of domestic violence, adding to his history of controversies

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Dax Shepard Finally Addresses Kristen Bell’s Scandalous Anniversary Joke That Poked Fun At Serious Issue

“He definitely sidelined her career. Love isn't everything folks!”

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