ESCONDIDO, Calif. — The Chinese dance group Shen Yun, known for its performances in San Diego and Escondido, is facing controversy following allegations of abuse and coercion within the organization. A former dancer has filed a class-action lawsuit in New…[Continue Reading...]
A woman who was sexually abused as a girl by her adopted father is suing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, alleging a bishop from a Vancouver branch they attended was informed of the abuse but failed to…[Continue Reading...]
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals finds “no reasonable juror” would believe allegations that the faith misrepresented how it spent money on City Creek Center. An appeals court has thrown out Utahn James Huntsman’s fraud lawsuit against The Church…[Continue Reading...]
A former elder at the Fort Kent Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, convicted last year of child sexual assault, is serving the maximum sentence for his crimes. Now, a new lawsuit linked to the same Kingdom Hall is seeking accountability…[Continue Reading...]
An unfortunate incident that took place three years ago still remains a pressing concern, shining a harsh light on the darker side of social media. Stephanie Mistre, a resident of Cassis in southern France, found her 15-year-old daughter, Marie, lifeless…[Continue Reading...]
Earlier this week on January 23 KST, the South Korean Supreme Court ruled that the Netflix documentary, 'In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal', was not responsible for damages incurred by the pseudo-religious cult Agadongsan and its leader, Kim…[Continue Reading...]
If you or someone you know needs resources or support related to sexual violence, contact the Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault’s 24/7 hotline at 800-871-7741. A Pennsylvania woman is suing the Jehovah’s Witnesses of Fort Kent and the New York-based…[Continue Reading...]
The Church of Scientology on Thursday gained a win in its fight to depose Brian Kent, the founder of Philadelphia plaintiffs firm Laffey Bucci Kent, who previously represented several plaintiffs suing the organization and several affiliates over allegations of sexual…[Continue Reading...]
In cities around the world, vibrant advertisements for the Chinese traditional dance troupe Shen Yun catch the eye – on billboards, television and even on leaflets posted through front doors. "Swirling in colourful costumes", Shen Yun dancers are sent out…[Continue Reading...]
SANTA ANA, Calif. (CNS) -- The Diocese of Orange has settled a sex abuse lawsuit involving a former vice principal of Mater Dei High School in 1978 for $3.5 million, a spokesman said Tuesday. The settlement was reached last month…[Continue Reading...]
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