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Actress Amber Brenner is suing director/producer Salim Akil for breach of contract & domestic violence
Director/producer and husband of Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil, is being accused by actress Amber Brenner of domestic violence and a breach of contract, according to a report from Jezebel. Brenner filed suit against Akil on November 20th in California, claiming that the two had a “physically and sexually abusive relationship” which lasted about a […]
Jeff Sessions says domestic violence is not grounds for asylum in the U.S.
On Monday morning, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that immigrants will not be able to seek asylum on the grounds of domestic or gang violence. The decision met fierce and quick condemnations for its insensitivity.
Video shows rapper Fabolous, just arrested on domestic violence charges, threatening girlfriend and her father
John David Jackson, better known as Brooklyn-bred rapper Fabolous, will likely be asked for fewer encores after footage of him threatening his longtime girlfriend and her father went live on TMZ during the weekend. In the video, Fabolous, 40, lurched toward his partner Emily Bustamente and her father with what seems like a metal object. […]
Snapchat green-lit ad mocking Rihanna’s survival of domestic violence, stock sinks $1 billion
Snapchat’s stock value fell about $1 billion last week after app decision-makers green-lit an ad that invited users to play a problematic game of “Would You Rather.” Apparently, users could choose to slap Rihanna, who survived a public and extreme instance of domestic violence, or punch Chris Brown, who attacked her in 2009. Instead of […]
Feature: why one domestic violence victim never went back
The following post is from The Root. It was written by Harriette Cole. By: Harriette Cole. We’ve all been there. Back in college, I thought I’d found “the one.” But after he physically abused me, I never saw him again, so you can imagine my disbelief when, not too long ago, I saw a Facebook […]
Video: Sportscaster James Brown addresses domestic violence during broadcast
Sportscaster James Brown took the opportunity to speak about domestic violence before yesterday’s NFL game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens.
Terry Crews talks Ray Rice, shares his experiences with domestic violence
Terry Crews has responded to the Ray Rice abuse incident by opening up about his own experiences with domestic violence. The 46-year-old actor/comedian shared how the Ray Rice elevator altercation affected him, as well as what he witnessed in his household growing up.
Stephen A. Smith suspended from ESPN for comments about domestic violence
ESPN has suspended outspoken sportscaster Stephen A. Smith for remarks the television host made about domestic violence on Friday. Smith appears on the network’s show “First Take.” In addition to being suspended from the television show, Smith is also banned from making appearances on ESPN Radio for one week.
Detroit officer responding to domestic violence call charged with raping victim
A Detroit police officer has been charged with sexually assaulting the victim of a domestic violence call he responded to. Officer Deon Nunlee, 40, was arraigned on three counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct, one count of assault with intent to penetrate, and one count of misconduct while on duty.
In act of bravery, woman shares graphic images of her own beaten face to highlight domestic violence
A young aspiring actress/model took to social media to raise awareness about domestic violence. The woman, known as Gabriella, posted pictures of herself beaten in to highlight the dangers of staying in an abusive relationship.
Harry Belafonte inducted into Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, encourages black men to stand up against domestic violence
Harry Belafonte has called on men to join in helping to end violence against women. Belafonte delivered the call to action during his keynote speech at Phi Beta Sigma’s “Centennial Founders’ Day Gala” in Washington D.C. The civil rights activists was also inducted into the fraternity as an honorary member.
George Zimmerman arrested in connection with domestic violence dispute
The neighborhood watch captain who fatally shot Trayvon Martin has been arrested in Orlando, FL for domestic violence. George Zimmerman has been arrested, but cops aren’t releasing any details. So far, the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed Zimmerman’s involvement in the incident.