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Browns QB Deshaun Watson feeling confident, less burdened a year after NFL suspension
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The uncertainty shrouding Deshaun Watson has lifted along with the intense scrutiny about his personal life. There's a tightness and velocity to his passes these days, and a noticeable change in his demeanor — on and off the field. There's an ease about him. ...
UK's leading business lobby group wins backing of members in vote amid sexual misconduct allegations
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s leading business lobby group won the overwhelming support of its members at a special meeting on Tuesday for a broad set of reform proposals that should ensure its continued survival. Following a string of allegations of inappropriate behavior that led to...
Oscar winner Cuba Gooding Jr. settles civil sex abuse case, averting trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Just as a trial was to begin, it was revealed Tuesday that Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled accusations that he raped a woman in a New York City hotel a decade ago, according to court records. The actor had insisted through lawyers that his encounter with the woman was consensual...
3 women who say Cuba Gooding Jr. sexually abused them can testify at sex assault trial, judge rules
NEW YORK (AP) — Three women who claim Cuba Gooding Jr. sexually abused them — including one upset she never got her day in court when Gooding resolved criminal charges without trial or jail — can testify at a federal civil trial next week to support a woman’s claim that the actor raped her...
Aide fired by George Santos says he got his job after sending money to Republican's deputy
NEW YORK (AP) — A man who briefly worked as an aide to U.S. Rep. George Santos says he got his job after sending a series of payments to one of the Republican’s top deputies. Derek Myers, 31, told staff of the House’s ethics subcommittee during an interview Wednesday that while...
Wisconsin legislators consider bills tightening prohibitions on National Guard sex assaults
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Lawmakers are considering a package of legislation that would tighten prohibitions on sexual assault within the Wisconsin National Guard after a scathing federal report found commanders had for years been flouting federal requirements for handling complaints. A...
Britain's leading business lobby group sets out proposals for change after misconduct allegations
LONDON (AP) — Britain's leading business lobby group set out a series of proposals Wednesday that it hopes can secure its future following a string of allegations of inappropriate behaviour that led to the cancellation of membership subscriptions from some of the country's biggest companies. ...
Wisconsin bill creates felony for sexual misconduct in schools
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A bipartisan group of legislators wants teachers who sexually harass students go to prison and lose their licenses. Democratic state Reps. Tip McGuire and Tod Ohnstad along with Republican Sens. Jesse James and John Spiros released a bill Wednesday that would...
Florida judge rejects attempt by Tiger Woods' ex-girlfriend to throw out nondisclosure agreement
A Florida judge ruled late Wednesday that the ex-girlfriend of Tiger Woods must abide by a nondisclosure agreement she purportedly signed and resolve her lawsuits seeking millions from the golf superstar through private arbitration behind closed doors. Circuit Judge Elizabeth...
Former New Hampshire basketball coach pleads guilty to child porn charges
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A former New Hampshire college volunteer basketball coach pleaded guilty Monday to producing and possessing child pornography. Joshua Pincoske appeared in federal court in Concord. A plea agreement with prosecutors filed with the court last week says in...
