Student from FIT tragically drugged and assaulted in sexual violence crisis, says activist

Student from FIT tragically drugged and assaulted in sexual violence crisis, says activist

On Saturday, an activist highlighted what she characterized as an “emergency” concerning violence against women and girls in the United States. She referenced a series of disturbing sexual crimes, including the alleged drugging and fatal rape of a Fashion Institute of Technology student, as evidence of this dire situation. Reshma Saujani, who founded the organizations […]

Cornell prohibits all fraternity parties following a sexual assault lawsuit and aims for greater ‘systemic change’

Cornell prohibits all fraternity parties following a sexual assault lawsuit and aims for greater 'systemic change'

Cornell University Responds to Sexual Assault Lawsuit Cornell University has announced a series of measures following criticism related to a sexual assault lawsuit, as mentioned by the university president. President Michael Kotlikoff revealed that all fraternity parties will be prohibited for the remainder of the academic year. He also indicated that “experienced, trauma-informed criminal investigators” […]

Cornell University brings on Sally Yates to examine sexual assault case

Cornell University brings on Sally Yates to examine sexual assault case

Cornell University has appointed Sally Yates, a former deputy attorney general under the Obama administration who was dismissed by President Donald Trump, to conduct an independent evaluation of the university’s handling of sexual assault claims. This decision comes amid increasing scrutiny surrounding Cornell’s reaction to an alleged gang rape at a fraternity house in October […]

Woman in New York City files a lawsuit against Costco for sexual harassment

Woman in New York City files a lawsuit against Costco for sexual harassment

Costco Employee Alleges Retaliation After Reporting Harassment A woman from the Bronx is claiming she was let go from Costco after reporting that her supervisor was allegedly sexually harassing her. According to a lawsuit filed on October 1 in Manhattan Supreme Court, the woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, states that she was terminated from […]

Letitia James faces allegations of partiality in the Cornell Chi Phi sexual assault matter.

Special prosecutor assigned to Cornell Chi Phi rape case following Hochul's directive

The attorney representing a former member of the Cornell University Chi Phi fraternity has expressed concerns regarding the recent appointment of New York Attorney General Letitia James as an independent prosecutor in a significant sex abuse lawsuit. His apprehensions stem from comments James made just days before her appointment, which he believes may indicate a […]

Diarrhea from sexual transmission is evolving into a superbug.

Diarrhea from sexual transmission is evolving into a superbug.

Shigella Infection on the Rise Infections caused by Shigella bacteria, which can lead to dysentery, are becoming increasingly prevalent today—no need to be a trailblazer on the Oregon Trail to catch this bug. This infection, now primarily spreading through sexual contact, is evolving to a point where treatments are becoming less effective, according to experts. […]