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Calls for 'significant reforms' around Queensland police's handling of domestic violence as explosive inquiry wraps up

An explosive inquiry into Queensland police's handling of domestic violence cases and culture marks its final day of public hearings,…

Darlings: New Bollywood film takes a strong stance on domestic violence

Reported rate of domestic violence has increased by 53 per cent over 18 years in India

The Independent UK

Head of Queensland police union says no widespread cultural problem in domestic violence response

Ian Leavers’ affidavit in response to inquiry says failings in responding to such incidents more likely caused by ‘workload pressures…

The Guardian - AU

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South Australian Labor to return $125k donation from CFMEU after alleged vandalism of cars

The South Australian Labor Party will return a $125,000 donation from the construction union after several vehicles belonging to staff…

Germany defender Nico Schulz under investigation for domestic violence

Berlin (AFP) - Germany defender Nico Schulz is under criminal investigation for domestic violence, after the Borussia Dortmund player’s ex-partner…

Millions living in areas where police not trained in handling domestic violence

Only one force in England and Wales says all its officers have received the recommended training and nine forces have…

The Guardian - UK

UK chartered accountant told to pay ailing estranged wife Rs 43 lakh

MUMBAI: A UK chartered accountant has been ordered to pay Rs43 lakh as maintenance arrears to his ailing and bedridden…

The Times of India

NRL star 'almost died' from punching window after 'seeing ex performing oral sex on teammate'

A court heard how Michael Lichaa lost 2.5 pints of blood after he saw his then-girlfriend allegedly giving oral sex…

Family and domestic violence is the 'wicked social problem' a university course is aiming to address

For years Grace was in denial about her husband's abuse, and experts say that's understandable given the lack of training…

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Advocates criticise decision not to ask Queensland police boss to face domestic violence inquiry

Experts baffled by absence of commissioner, police minister and police union head among dozens of witnesses called

The Guardian - AU

New Adelaide accommodation for domestic violence victims expected to be full within weeks

Eight new units have been set up in an undisclosed Adelaide location to help women and children escape domestic violence.

'I left with the kids and ended up homeless with them': the nightmare of housing wait lists for people fleeing domestic violence

People who flee domestic violence desperately need safe, affordable and secure housing. Our study of people on housing waiting lists…

The Conversation

China wants more young women to have children. Many are refusing until the country is made safer for them

A string of shocking videos showing young Chinese women being attacked by men leaves many questioning the assurances from Beijing…

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Man arrested after refusing to come down from roof

A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill, criminal damage and domestic violence

Gabby Petito’s mother announces major donation to domestic violence foundation

“I think Gabby’s story touched a lot of people and she’s saving lives,” said Nichole Schmidt

The Independent UK

‘I felt I deserved it’: Nurse’s agony highlights the ‘slow spiral’ of domestic violence

West Midlands mother Aimee Eaton, 35, saw her ex Arran Smith, 31, jailed for five years 10 months for charges…

The Independent UK

Assistant Commissioner tells of 'significant' cultural issues within Queensland police force impacting domestic violence response

Queensland's most senior domestic violence officer tells a state-wide inquiry there are "significant" cultural issues within the police force that…

One man dead, another charged with manslaughter after domestic violence 'altercation' at Darwin's Jingili Water Gardens

A 41-year-old man has died and police have charged a 39-year-old man with manslaughter following an alleged assault on Wednesday…

Hospitalised Torres Strait victims denied domestic violence protection, police report finds

The internal Queensland police intelligence report found officer responses had heightened the risk of fatal consequences

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Boycott Alia Bhatt trends on Twitter: Netizens compare her with Amber Heard. Here is why

Alia plays the character of Badrunissa Shaikh who is a victim of domestic abuse. Along with her stars Shefali Shah,…

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott says he isn’t paying attention to the Deshaun Watson suspension

OXNARD, Calif. — Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott was suspended for six games by the NFL during the 2017 season…

Tribune News Service

Report: Ex–NFL Lineman Chad Wheeler Violated Court Order

The former Seahawks player is awaiting trial in his ongoing felony domestic violence case.

Sports Illustrated

Petition artwork a reminder of DV victims

A "petition" artwork on display in Victorian parliament with the names of dead women and children calls on governments to…

Qld funding boost for DV hotline

Queensland domestic violence hotline DVConnect will receive an extra $2 million to assist women and families over the next two…

Increase in many forms of crime such as domestic violence, garda figures show

Harassment, stalking and threats were down 5% compared to 2021