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Kevin Spacey pleads ‘not guilty’ to charges of sexually assaulting three men

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4 years ago

July 15, 2022

Oscar-winning actor, Kevin Spacey has pleaded not guilty to four sexual assault charges in UK court

US actor, Kevin Spacey Fowler, has plead not guilty to allegations of historic sex offences, paving the way for a trial in London to commence in 2023.

The ‘House of Cards’ actor is accused of five counts in total. These include four of sexual assault, and one of causing a person to engage in penetrative sex without consent.

Police allege the incidents occurred in the UK between March 2005 and April 2013. The charges involve one man who is now in his 40s and two men in their 30s.

Two counts of sexual assault are on a man, now in his 40s, in London in March 2005.

One count of sexual assault on a man, now in his 30s, in London August 2008. Another count is on the same man for causing a person to engage in penetrative sexual activity without consent.

The fourth count of sexual assault is from April 2013 in Gloucestershire, on a third man who is also now in his 30s.

In court, Spacey said ‘not guilty’ as each charge was read out by the judge.

If found guilty of the most serious offence, he is staring down the barrel of life in prison and a hefty fine.

A trial date was set for of June 6. He has been granted unconditional bail.

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Australia shuts millions of teen social media accounts

Australia’s social media ban leads to 4.7 million teen account closures, prompting debate over online safety and freedom.

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January 16, 2026

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Australia’s social media ban leads to 4.7 million teen account closures, prompting debate over online safety and freedom.

Nearly five million social media accounts belonging to Australian teenagers have been closed since the nation’s social media ban began in December. Platforms such as Instagram and TikTok were responsible for removing around 4.7 million accounts held by minors, according to the eSafety Commissioner.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the figures as encouraging, highlighting the government’s commitment to protecting children online. The new law holds social media companies accountable, with fines imposed on platforms that fail to prevent underage accounts from being created or maintained.

Despite these measures, some teenagers have reportedly bypassed the restrictions by falsifying their ages or using parental information. The debate continues over the effectiveness of these regulations and the balance between safety and online freedom.

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Iran protests and the global fight for freedom

Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.

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January 15, 2026

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Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.

Amid escalating protests in Iran, citizens are risking everything to demand women’s rights and basic freedoms. The world watches as these demonstrations grow, with many hoping for meaningful change in the face of a brutal regime.

We speak with Rabbi Abraham Cooper from the Simon Wiesenthal Center about the advocacy work supporting Iranian voices and the historical context of defending human rights. He explains the vital role of international solidarity and how governments and communities can respond.

From the human cost on the ground to the influence of the Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles, this interview sheds light on the stakes, the movement, and why public attention is critical.

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Greenland and Denmark signal security divide with the United States

Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.

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January 15, 2026

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Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.

Greenland and Denmark have used high-level talks in Washington, D.C. to firmly restate that the Arctic island is not for sale, pushing back against long-standing US interest in the strategically vital territory.

Foreign ministers from both Greenland and Denmark acknowledged that major disagreements remain following discussions with US officials, despite what they described as constructive engagement on shared priorities.

Greenland’s government made clear it is open to closer cooperation with Washington, but only on its own terms, rejecting any suggestion of ownership or control.

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