Athlete union research aims to improve child protection

SEATTLE TIMES

A world-wide network of athletes’ unions published research Tuesday aimed at better protecting young people in sports following sexual abuse scandals in gymnastics and soccer. read more »

Il Divo Tenor’s Ex-Wife Sues Him, Citing Sexual and Physical Abuse

NEW YORK TIMES

A tenor in the classical crossover group Il Divo was sued Monday by his ex-wife, who accused him of domestic violence, sexual assault and battery and described his behavior toward her over the years as “a textbook example of coercive control.” read more »

Jeffrey Epstein Received Special Perks And Treatment In Jail, But Authorities Broke No Laws, Investigation Finds

FORBES

 A long-awaited investigation into whether Jeffrey Epstein received special treatment from prosecutors while he was jailed for sex trafficking in 2008—raising questions about whether he used his political connections to influence his incarceration—found Monday that although Epstein did receive unique privileges, authorities did not engage in criminal activity. read more »