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Family of Queensland woman killed by former partner call for national domestic violence database

Calls come ahead of meeting of Australia’s ministers for women, where groups say a national register should be discussed

The Guardian - AU

Domestic violence victim-survivor and mother of three left without Centrelink payments after perpetrator exploited system

Flaws in system need fixing so people leaving violent partners don’t end up in poverty, survivors say

The Guardian - AU

Cultural awareness gaps, Qld DV probe told

An inquiry into Queensland Police's response to domestic violence has heard there are cross-cultural gaps that need addressing in rural and remote communities.

AAP

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America's deadly epidemic: violence against women

Tammy Suomi's Duluth, Minnesota living room is filled with memories of her daughter Jackie Defoe and her grandson Kevin Shabaiash Jr. Teddy bears line the couch. Photos of her smiling loved ones cover a coffee table and kitchen island.

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Miles Bridges Faces Domestic Violence Charges in Los Angeles

The Hornets forward is scheduled to be arraigned Wednesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court.

Sports Illustrated

Hornets' Miles Bridges formally charged with felony domestic violence

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Los Angeles County district attorney is filing felony domestic violence charges against Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges, the office announced Tuesday.

Tribune News Service

NSW government releases draft coercive control bill, proposes seven-year jail term

A draft bill set to go before state parliament defines domestic abuse and proposes lengthy jail sentences for abusers who use coercive control in intimate relationships.

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LA District Attorney: Miles Bridges will be held accountable

"Domestic violence creates physical, mental and emotional trauma that has a lasting impact on survivors," District Attorney Gascón said. "Children who witness family violence are especially vulnerable and the impact on them is immeasurable. Mr. ...

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Ahmedabad: 23-year-old films her suicide statement, saved

AHMEDABAD: A 23-year-old woman from Shahibaug tried to commit suicide by jumping into the Sabarmati, driven into despair by her husband’s violence. But she was spotted by passersby on the riverfront and was handed over to police. She eventually filed a complaint of domestic violence against her husband.

The Times of India

NT Police Minister labels deaths near Alice Springs a 'horrific' domestic violence incident

The NT Police Minister says "once again our hearts are broken by horrific acts which keep happening to our women and kids" following the deaths of a man, woman and infant child at an outstation near Alice Springs.

ABC News

Queensland police misidentify domestic violence victims as attackers, inquiry told

Inquiry hears no effort was made to communicate with deaf woman wrongly identified as a perpetrator

The Guardian - AU

Qld DV probe hears issue of 'ideal victim'

Misidentification of victims in domestic violence cases is a problem that has flow-on effects for employment and child protection, an inquiry has been told.

AAP

Kids 'hidden victims' of family violence

Children exposed to family and domestic violence are far more likely to experience mental health problems, Australian researchers have found.

AAP

Controversy aside, Ricky Martin 'absolutely' will still play Hollywood Bowl this week

LOS ANGELES — Ricky Martin is still scheduled to play back-to-back shows at the Hollywood Bowl this weekend amid allegations of domestic violence leveled by his 21-year-old nephew.

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NI teen highlights sexual assault and domestic violence at international dance competition

"I wanted to create a piece of theatre that would mean something to every single woman in the audience and leave an impact."

The Guardian - AU

First Nations woman turned away by Queensland police despite ‘clear’ domestic violence issues

Inquiry also told police take up to six hours to respond to calls from some Torres Strait islands

AAP

Indigenous DV victims turned away: inquiry

An inquiry has been told Indigenous domestic violence victims have been turned away or misidentified as the perpetrator by Queensland Police.

AAP

More cops to target NSW gangs, terror, DV

Dozens of new officers will join specialist NSW police units targeting organised crime, domestic violence and terrorism, with more officers in high-risk areas.

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Los Angeles Times

Ricky Martin’s lawyer says singer did not have sexual relationship with nephew

An attorney for Ricky Martin has denied domestic violence allegations leveled by his 21-year-old nephew.

Newcastle Herald

Gala's goal to help charity doing 'incredible work' for vulnerable women

The fundraising event will be held on Friday, September 9 at Merewether Surfhouse

Daily Record

Ricky Martin denies 'disgusting' claim of sexual relationship, domestic violence with nephew

It comes after Ricky was reportedly issued with a restraining order following a domestic violence incident in Puerto Rico.

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Ricky Martin accused of incest, domestic violence during ‘relationship’ with his nephew

Martin has denied the allegations. If found guilty he could face up to 50 years in Puerto Rican prison

The Guardian - AU

Queensland police officer minimised domestic violence despite ‘punch-sized’ bruises, inquiry hears

Inquiry told threat to decapitate a dog and ‘clear photographic evidence’ of assault on woman downplayed

ABC News

Queensland police response to domestic and family violence inquiry hears of ugly comments, crews avoiding call outs

Inquiry into domestic violence responses by Queensland police hears of "dehumanising" and "derogatory" comments about victims and female officers.

Chicago Sun-Times

With domestic violence rising, police must make sure victims are safe from firearms threat

A domestic violence victim is five times more likely to be killed when their abusive partner can get his or her hands on a gun.

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