pedophilia
A Woman's Touch: When Pedophiles Aren't Men
Women can and do commit the same sexual abuse as men. Why are their crimes often considered less severe?
Everything We Know So Far About the Pedophilia Allegations Against Former UK Prime Minister Edward Heath
Multiple police agencies are investigating claims that the Conservative politician, who died in 2005, abused children—and that the authorities helped cover up his crimes.
Why Is the British Government Still Withholding Files on Establishment Child Sex Abuse?
The government has been accused of a cover-up after it emerged that officials sought to withhold evidence that Margaret Thatcher knew about allegations relating to a senior politician she awarded a knighthood.
Should Therapists Have to Tell the Cops if Their Clients Are Looking at Child Porn?
In California, if you tell a medical professional you've checked out underage nudes, they're required to report you to the police.
Why Are So Many Sex Offenders Getting Murdered in California's Prisons?
One inmate says that prison gangs and even guards team up to assault and sometimes kill sex offenders.
Did the British Establishment Cover Up a Political Pedophile Ring? A New Zealand Judge Will Decide
The child sex abuse claims are so far-reaching that two senior legal figures previously appointed to lead the inquiry were compelled to resign, after it became clear they were linked to people it would need to investigate.
Spanish Judge Charges Ten Catholic Priests With Child Sex Abuse
An investigation into the alleged offences by a group of priests and laypeople in Granada — dubbed the Clan of the Romanones — was launched after the personal intervention of Pope Francis.
UK Police Investigating Five Alleged Pedophile Rings Involving 'Highly Influential' Politicians
A slew of historic child sex abuse allegations have been unearthed in Britain in recent years. Now, a dossier compiled by a parliamentarian accuses 22 politicians of participating in pedophile networks at the heart of government.
UK Debates Approach to Child Sex Abuse Prevention as Pedophile Outs Himself on TV
In Germany, Prevention Project Dunkenfeld offers treatment to those who confess desires towards children. As Britain confronts a growing problem of child abuse, the prevailing approach to the issue is being re-examined.
Computer Generated 10-Year-Old Girl Ignites Ethical Debate with First Pedophile Conviction
An Australian man was convicted this week for webcam sex with "Sweetie," a fake 10-year-old Filipino girl created by a Dutch advocacy group.
Brazilian Police Bust 'Darknet' Child Pornography Ring
The Brazilian federal police went undercover as online pedophiles in order to infiltrate the illicit file-sharing networks, which were operating on the “deep web.”