Tribunal reverses ruling on rape
The Supreme Court convicted a man of qualified rape against his 11-year-old stepdaughter, ruling that even the slightest penetration is sufficient to…
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Archdiocese in $800-M settlement with sex abuse victims
The Archdiocese of New York has agreed to pay more than $800 million to hundreds of victims of clergy sexual abuse, marking a major step toward resolving years…
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PNP examining Thomas Markle’s laptop for child pornography
The Philippine National Police is investigating a laptop and suspected child sexual abuse materials reportedly found at the former Cebu home of Thomas Markle,…
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Distinction between rape and sexual abuse (2)
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of a teacher for sexually abusing a 14-year-old student under Section 5(b) of Republic Act No. 7610, or the Special…
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Meghan’s dad under probe for child abuse
Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is under investigation in the Philippines over allegations of possessing child sexual abuse images,…
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HS principal posts bail amid sexual assault charge
Despite the explanation, the student’s parents filed formal criminal complaints against the administrator.
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Distinction between rape and sexual abuse (1)
‘...sexual abuse,’ as defined under RA 7610, encompasses situations wherein a minor indulges — or, put differently, consents, albeit defectively — to engage in…
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Uncle arrested over alleged rape
Manila police arrested a 38-year-old laborer in Tondo accused of repeatedly sexually abusing his 12-year-old niece. The suspect, identified as alias “Roland…
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E-taxi driver’s license perpetually revoked amid sexual assault raps
The LTO permanently revoked an e-taxi driver’s license and imposed a lifetime driving ban following a reported sexual assault of a female passenger in…
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Panama Catholic Church reports dozens of clerical abuse cases
Five clergy members were defrocked after being convicted of sexual abuse.
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Meta faces heat as DICT backs tougher platform accountability
The DICT is pushing technology platforms to strengthen safeguards against harmful content and online child exploitation, with Meta facing scrutiny over youth…
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U.S. fugitive wanted for child abuse arrested
A 50-year-old American wanted in California over alleged sexual abuse of a minor was arrested in Angeles City after a joint BI-US Embassy operation.
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‘Marcy’ pleads not guilty to sexual assault raps
Marikina Rep. Marcy Teodoro pleaded not guilty to four sexual assault charges filed by two former police security aides, with trial proceedings set to begin…
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LGUs urged: Provide sexual assault evidence kits
DILG urges local governments to adopt standardized Sexual Assault Investigation Kits to strengthen evidence collection, protect child victim-survivors and…
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Man arrested for statutory rape
A 30-year-old man was arrested in Pasay City after a 12-year-old girl was rescued from alleged sexual abuse, with authorities preparing charges under Republic…
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PNP rescues sexually-exploited children
PNP operations against online child sexual abuse rescued 41 victims and arrested 11 suspects nationwide, as authorities intensified efforts to combat online…
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