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# metoo - Tuesday 31 March, 2020
Writing in the #MeToo era: 'It was intimidating taking on something in fiction that was happening in real time'
We spoke to the author Kate Elizabeth Russell about what inspired her controversial but critically-acclaimed novel.
# metoo - Wednesday 11 March, 2020
Harvey Weinstein will be sentenced today - he could face 29 years in prison
Last month, the disgraced Hollywood mogul was convicted of sexual assault and rape.
# metoo - Tuesday 25 February, 2020
Placido Domingo says he is 'truly sorry' after investigation finds multiple harassment complaints from women
The investigation was carried out by the US union representing opera performers.
# metoo - Monday 24 February, 2020
The downfall of Harvey Weinstein: a timeline
Here’s how things played out for the movie mogul since allegations against him arose.
# metoo - Tuesday 7 January, 2020
Harvey Weinstein threatened with jail after using his phone in court
Jury selectoin began today in what is expected to be a lengthy court trial.
# metoo - Wednesday 11 December, 2019
Harvey Weinstein has bail increased to $5 million for mishandling electronic ankle monitor
“If you have any further medical issues, the court will not be terribly understanding,” the judge said.
# metoo - Friday 25 October, 2019
'He's a pig': Dublin Murders actress Sarah Greene says Weinstein told her he'd launch her Hollywood career
“My money’s on you. Ima make you a star,” Greene recalled him saying in an interview with the Daily Telegraph.
# metoo - Monday 26 August, 2019
Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges as trial delayed to next year
Weinstein laughed and said “not really” when he was asked by the judge whether he wanted to go to trial.
# metoo - Tuesday 9 July, 2019
Kevin Spacey could avoid trial for sexual assault after accuser declines to testify
The actor was charged with indecent assault and battery in January.
# metoo - Sunday 31 March, 2019
Joe Biden defends himself after being accused of inappropriate behaviour by female politician
Biden’s defence comes amid a growing row about a kiss on the campaign trail
# metoo - Friday 1 March, 2019
Musician Ryan Adams cancels Dublin shows amid sexual misconduct allegations
The two shows at the Olympia at the end of March have been axed.
# metoo - Sunday 17 February, 2019
Man fined for exposure among 24 people reported for sexual assault at Irish colleges in six years
There were no reports of sexual assault by students in half of Irish colleges between 2012 and 2018.
# metoo - Friday 15 February, 2019
New evidence allegedly shows R. Kelly having sex with 14 year-old girl, victims' lawyer claims
The tape is different to one used in a 2008 trial, when Kelly was acquitted on child pornography charges.
# metoo - Monday 14 January, 2019
'It felt like power': Sarah Silverman viewed her own past conduct through a #MeToo lens
‘I think there was a part of me that got off on making me uncomfortable.’
# metoo - Thursday 10 January, 2019
Bernie Sanders apologises for 'unacceptable' sexual harassment by campaigners during US presidential bid
It was the first time the senator directly addressed the issue, which has come to light in recent months.
Court dismisses Ashley Judd's sexual harassment claim against Harvey Weinstein
Judd can now pursue defamation claims against the disgraced producer.
# metoo - Wednesday 9 January, 2019
From The Daily Edge 
Weinstein survivors hit out at Time's Up movement for their promotional video
‘How disappointing and shameful’.
# metoo - Thursday 3 January, 2019
'Because of her I was never a victim': Saoirse Ronan says her mother protected her from abuse in Hollywood
The three-time Oscar nominee credits her mother’s presence with keeping her away from abusive behaviour in the industry.
# metoo - Friday 30 November, 2018
Lady Gaga says male support for #MeToo is 'remarkable' while founder is concerned over public perception
‘We want to hear your voices.’
# metoo - Wednesday 7 November, 2018
Pamela Anderson should ask why some men 'feel paralysed' by #MeToo, but she may not like the answer
‘I’ll probably get killed for saying that.’
# metoo - Tuesday 16 October, 2018
Nicole Kidman says her marriage to Tom Cruise protected her from sexual harassment
‘I got married very young.’
# metoo - Sunday 7 October, 2018
Lynn Ruane on sexual assault: 'I carried a shame that wasn’t mine for years before I told anyone'
It’s been 16 years since the Savi – Sexual Abuse and Violence in Ireland – report, and it’s high time Ireland has another one, writes Lynn Ruane.
# metoo - Friday 5 October, 2018
FIFA maker EA Sports issues statement to describe Cristiano Ronaldo rape allegations as 'concerning'
The footballer’s relationship with his sponsors could be in jeopardy over the allegations.
Hundreds arrested at protest against nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to US Supreme Court
Thousands of protesters marched against the expected appointment of Kavanaugh in Washington yesterday.
# metoo - Thursday 4 October, 2018
War of words in Washington after FBI probe finds 'no hint of misconduct' against Kavanaugh
A final vote on Kavanaugh’s nomination to the US Supreme Court is expected to take place on Saturday.
Ellen DeGeneres didn't speak about her sexual assault because girls are 'taught not to say anything'
‘Why did you wait so long?’
# metoo - Tuesday 2 October, 2018
Donald Trump says it's a 'scary' and 'difficult' time for young men in America
Trump was again asked about Brett Kavanaugh by reporters today.
# metoo - Saturday 29 September, 2018
Sexual harassment lawsuit filed against actor Kevin Spacey by Californian masseur
The complainant alleges that Spacey groped him during a massage session two years ago.
# metoo - Friday 28 September, 2018
Modern Family's Sarah Hyland has disclosed details of her sexual assault
‘He was a friend.’
# metoo - Monday 10 September, 2018
Olivia Munn's ostracization by castmates reveals why 'hysterical' women are still afraid to speak out in the age of #MeToo
The actress hadn’t been informed she was sharing a scene with a registered sex offender so she asked for it to be cut.
# metoo - Saturday 8 September, 2018
What would make a person more likely to report sexual harassment? This survey wants to find out
The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre wants to hear people’s experiences so it can support other survivors of sexual harassment.
# metoo - Tuesday 28 August, 2018
Rose McGowan released a statement cutting all ties from Asia Argento following recent allegations
Rose’s partner claims to have text messages in which Argento admits to the allegations.
# metoo - Tuesday 21 August, 2018
Actress Asia Argento denies sexual relationship with underage teen
It was reported that Argento, had paid actor and rock musician Jimmy Bennett $380,000 over the alleged 2013 incident at a Los Angeles hotel.
# metoo - Tuesday 14 August, 2018
Lindsay Lohan apologises for calling women who contribute to #MeToo 'weak'
‘I’m sorry for any pain I may have caused.’
# metoo - Friday 10 August, 2018
Casey Affleck commented on the sexual misconduct allegations against him and people have very mixed feelings
“I behaved in a way and allowed others to behave in a way that was really unprofessional.”
# metoo - Wednesday 8 August, 2018
Lindsay Lohan says women speaking out about their #MeToo experiences 'makes them look weak'
She previously defended Harvey Weinstein saying ‘He’s never harmed me or did anything to me’.
# metoo - Wednesday 1 August, 2018
Tiffany Haddish reveals she was raped at the age of 17
The actress and comedian says it has affected how she acts around men.
# metoo - Friday 13 July, 2018
Actress Mira Sorvino who accused Weinstein of harassment claims another director gagged her with a condom
Mira was 16-years-old at the time.
Henry Cavill apologises after suggesting the #MeToo movement prevents flirting
Apparently we misunderstood his remarks.
# metoo - Thursday 12 July, 2018
'If you're blaming the #MeToo Movement for no longer being able to flirt, then the problem was with you in the first place'
Henry Cavill said he’s afraid to flirt with women anymore in case he’s labelled ‘a rapist’.
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Poll: Have you attempted a barbecue so far this year?
WELL, THE SUN is shining yet again as we begin the first day of June.
Met Éireann has said temperatures could reach as high as 27 degrees today.
With Covid-19 restrictions still in place, and with the warm weather set to stay, many people may be making more use of their back gardens than usual, be it for a bit of gardening, some sunbathing, or some barbecuing.
Today we want to know: Have you attempted a barbecue so far this year?
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