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# Allegations

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McDonald's workers file dozens of sexual harassment charges in US
Allegations included groping, indecent exposure and propositions for sex.
Crusaders and NZ Rugby investigate 'very serious' allegations against players
The Super Rugby club’s players are said to be ‘distraught’ about the allegations.
'I left feeling like s**t': AIB criticised for 'presuming' Irish woman was international student
Sarah* (20) was born in Ireland to Chinese parents. She now attends the National College of Ireland (NCI).
Magician David Blaine denies sexual assault allegations
Two women have come forward alleging they were assaulted by the magician.
'He did grab me by the head': Second woman accuses Joe Biden of inappropriate touching
Biden’s spokesperson has lashed out at the “smears” the ex-Vice President faces.
Adoptive mother arrested after allegedly starving and pepper spraying child YouTube stars
The Fantastic Adventures channel had more than 700,000 followers and 240 million views.
Juventus avoid US tour in case Ronaldo is detained over rape investigation - report
The Italian champions will instead play their pre-season matches in Asia, according to the New York Times.
Warner Bros' chief steps down over alleged sexual relationship with actress
WarnerMedia chief John Stankey said Kevin Tsujihara’s departure was in the studio’s “best interest”.
Allegations of 'inappropriate relationships' between female inmates and prison officers, new report finds
The allegations are contained in the just published annual report by the Visiting Committee for 2017.
The Simpsons pulls Michael Jackson episode in wake of documentary on alleged abuse
The decision comes after allegations about the singer, which are detailed in a new four-hour documentary.
R Kelly taken into custody again for failing to pay child support
He was unable to come up with the $161,000 he owes in payments to his ex-wife and their three children.
Peter Beardsley leaves Newcastle coaching role after bullying and racism allegations
The former Magpies striker had denied the claims and took ‘a period of leave’ from his position as U23s coach.
Ted Baker CEO Ray Kelvin resigns amid misconduct allegations
Kelvin took a voluntary leave of absence from his role in December 2018 after the allegations were made.
Teacher loses bid for injunction to prevent concerns over relationship with former student being disclosed
The relevant allegations, which the teacher denies, include sexual assault, providing drugs and alcohol, and emotional abuse.
Woody Allen sues Amazon for $68m over film deal breach of contract
He is accusing Amazon of cancelling a film deal because of a “baseless” decades-old allegation that he sexually abused his daughter.
Retired surgeon accused of groping boys says it's 'unfair' to put alleged events to him at this stage in his life
The trial continues tomorrow before Judge Martin Nolan and a jury.
55 men arrested in England in historical child sex abuse investigation
All 55 have been interviewed and released under investigation.
Cynthia Owen of Dalkey 'House of Horrors' case suing Irish Daily Mail for defamation
The case relates to an article published last summer.
Nursing home complaints: Allegations of poor hygiene standards and staffing issues
The allegations are contained in documents released to TheJournal.ie under the Freedom of Information Act.
FA issue plea after allegations that an England footballer took cocaine in a nightclub
‘It remains a priority to find and sanction anyone found taking performance-enhancing or recreational drugs,’ the FA said in a statement today.
Senior garda suspended pending GSOC investigation
It’s understood the decision to suspend the officer was taken by Garda Commissioner Drew Harris.
Orange Is The New Black actress accuses Geoffrey Rush of inappropriate behaviour
Actress Yael Stone told The New York Times that Rush had danced naked in front of her in their dressing room.
Neil deGrasse Tyson investigated by TV networks over sexual misconduct allegations
The astrophysicist has written numerous books and hosted 2014′s Cosmos TV series.
Pope accepts resignation of US Cardinal who was criticised over handling of sex abuse claims
He was blamed for not doing enough to deal with paedophile priests when he was a bishop in Pennsylvania.
Cristiano Ronaldo's lawyer insists Las Vegas sexual encounter was 'completely consensual'
In a statement, the Juventus star’s representative also claims documents in which he admits guilt are ‘pure invention’.
Juventus shares drop 10% amid Ronaldo rape claims as sponsors express 'deep concerns'
Juventus have so far stood behind Ronaldo, but the Italian club’s reaction to the issue has angered some fans.
Nike is 'deeply concerned' by Ronaldo rape claims as Juventus defends 'great champion'
Ronaldo has strongly denied the claims made by Kathryn Mayorga, that he raped her in a hotel room in Las Vegas in 2009.
Trump slammed by Republican colleagues after mocking Kavanaugh accuser
His comments were described as “appalling”.
Las Vegas police confirm June 2009 case reopened after Ronaldo calls rape claim 'fake news'
A report in German magazine Der Spiegel says Ronaldo made a payment of $375,000 as part of a non-disclosure agreement over the alleged incident.
'They were having fun' - Accuser of Trump's Supreme Court nominee describes the 'laughter' during alleged assault
Brett Kavanaugh is due to testify after Christine Blasey Ford.
The strikingly similar 1991 case where the US President's Supreme Court pick was almost derailed
With the allegations being levelled against Brett Kavanaugh, it is drawing comparison with the case of Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas 27 years ago.
Trump challenges Supreme Court nominee accuser over account of sex attack
Christine Blasey Ford alleges that Brett Kavanaugh drunkenly assaulted her when they were teenagers.
LA prosecutors don't plan to file sex assault charges in Kevin Spacey and Steven Seagal cases
Spacey and Seagal are facing potential charges in other cases currently under investigation.
French star Gerard Depardieu faces probe over alleged sexual assault
Depardieu “absolutely denies any attack, any rape”, his lawyer Herve Temime said.
Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond resigns from SNP party amid harassment claims
Police have reportedly been asked to investigate allegations he sexually assaulted two staff members.
New sexual assault complaint against Kevin Spacey filed in LA, prosecutors say
Another investigation was opened in April for a complaint about an alleged assault in 1992 involving a man.
Nursing home complaints: Staff member accused of 'physically and emotionally' abusing resident
The allegations are contained in documents released to TheJournal.ie under the Freedom of Information Act.
Pope Francis orders US bishop accused of sexual abuse to live 'a life of prayer and penance'
The Holy See’s announcement about McCarrick said that Francis was taking action.
'He's a handsy guy': Guy Pearce suggests he was groped by Kevin Spacey during filming of LA Confidential
Since 2017, Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey has faced numerous claims of sexual assault and harassment.
Prison service investigating two staff allegations about management practices
Another case under consideration from 2016 involves allegations of penalisation.