The Latest Breaking News from domestic violence

Learn about the tragic case of Gabby Petito's disappearance, leading to advocacy against domestic violence and support for victims.

New orders will aim to control serious domestic violence abusers as penalties increase for people who persistently and intentionally breach court orders.

The safeguarding minister warned legislation to tackle violence against women and girls won’t be impactful unless there are sweeping changes at a grassroots level

Australia's first women's refuge has been awarded heritage honours 50 years after it was founded by journalist Anne Summers and other activists.

It has taken six years for the grieving mother of a suicide victim to be listened to by the UK authorities.

The killings of Kumanjayi Haywood, Ngeygo Ragurrk, Miss Yunupingu and Kumarn Rubuntja are "truly shocking", according to submissions to the NT coroner.

Domestic violence workers will be surveyed about their experience on the job as part of a national poll.

Judge Tarnofsky remanded Sean Combs due to concerns over crime nature and risks involved. The decision highlights the gravity of the situation and the need...

Hotel surveillance video involving Sean “Diddy” Combs and Casandra Ventura sparks discussions on domestic violence and accountability.

Health care is a defining issue in the 2024 election – Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican contender Donald Trump have starkly different records on the issue. Rather than focusing on what they promise to do, let’s examine what their past actions reveal about their approaches to Medicare, the…

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