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Abuse

family separation Mar. 6, 2019

Kirstjen Nielsen’s Testimony About the Border Was an Utter EmbarrassmentShe claimed ignorance on many of the most damning questions.

By Opheli Garcia Lawler
select all Apr. 28, 2017

These Family Vloggers’ ‘Pranks’ Looked Like Child AbuseThis week’s YouTube child-abuse controversy highlights the thin line between exploitation and play.

By Rachel Dunphy
select all Feb. 7, 2017

Twitter Reveals New Tactics for Curbing AbuseThe company is reducing the visibility of newly created troll accounts.

By Brian Feldman
select all Aug. 26, 2016

Twitter Is Working on a Keyword FilterA useful harassment-prevention tool is reportedly in the works.

By Brian Feldman
crimes and misdemeanors June 18, 2012

New York Targets Abuse of the Disabled, Advocates Say It’s ‘More of the Same’Cuomo’s plan calls for a new state agency.

By Margaret Hartmann
stupid crime of the day July 15, 2010

Hedge-Funder’s Wife Wastes Entire Bottle of Wine by Hitting Husband With ItThese people have no boundaries.

By Jessica Pressler
today in torture May 28, 2009

Pentagon: Nope, No Rape in PhotosThe Pentagon denies an earlier report about the content of prisoner-abuse photos.

By Dan Amira