#Allegations
US contacts considered kidnapping or poisoning Assange, court told
The WikiLeaks founder was also bugged in the toilet at the Ecuador embassy, his extradition hearing has heard.
Teen (16) threatened 'to cut taxi driver's head off', court told
The boy was convicted of production of a knife as a weapon and threatening to kill or cause serious harm.
McDonald’s to sue former CEO amid claims of past relationships with employees
The fast food chain is alleging that Steve Easterbrook covered up relationships with employees and destroyed evidence.
Fresh calls for Dominic Cummings to resign after new allegations of lockdown travel emerge
Downing Street has said it would “not waste time” replying to the fresh allegations.
Boris Johnson offers top aide his ‘full support’ after 260-mile lockdown trip
Downing Street has issued a statement this morning defending Cummings.
Tyson Fury dons fancy dress for run as allegations surface about 2015 drug case
The boxer posted a picture of him in a Batman costume after a planned half marathon was cancelled.
Johnson asks Cabinet Office to ‘establish the facts’ over Priti Patel allegations
Michael Gove confirmed the action being taken following an urgent question from Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Barca deny hiring company to criticise Messi and other players on social media
The Blaugrana have released a statement responding to claims they paid for dozens of accounts to be set up on Facebook and Twitter.
Prince Andrew 'uncooperative' in Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation, says NY prosecutor
Geoffrey Berman says the FBI had contacted Prince Andrew’s lawyers and asked to interview him.
Jeffrey Epstein abused girls as young as 12 on private island until last year, new lawsuit claims
A new legal action against the disgraced financier’s estate has been launched by the US Virgin Islands.
Nursing home complaints: Allegations of abusive staff and unexplained injuries
The allegations are contained in documents released to TheJournal.ie under the Freedom of Information Act.
Football match abandoned following 'racial abuse'
An FA Cup qualifying game between Haringey Borough and Yeovil Town ended after players walked off the field.
Ex-Real Madrid and Liverpool midfielder Alonso in court for €2m tax fraud
The Spanish legend has vowed to clear his name, however.
Limerick GAA officials to meet amid claims garda 'dropped charges' against some players and officials
A senior GAA source has described the allegations as “shocking”.
Second whistleblower claims to have first-hand knowledge of Trump's phone call to Ukraine
Reports from the USA say that the legal team representing the first whistleblower is also representing this second person.
‘Poor judgment’ caused police failures in Westminster sex abuse claims case, report says
Carl Beech was jailed for fabricating a series of claims of rape, torture and murder by high-profile figures.
Downing Street denies claim that Johnson squeezed thigh of female journalist at private lunch
A senior Tory minister has said he “entirely trusts” what Charlotte Edwardes has to say.
Trump defends Justice Brett Kavanaugh as he faces fresh sexual misconduct allegations
A former Yale classmate of Kavanaugh alleged that the jurist exposed himself at a freshman year party.
Nursing home complaints: Allegations of sexual assault and unexplained injuries
The allegations are contained in documents released to TheJournal.ie under the Freedom of Information Act.
Prince Andrew 'appalled' by Jeffrey Epstein allegations as video emerges of him at financier's home
Buckingham Palace says any suggestion Andrew would condone exploitation is “abhorrent”.
Pat Carey won't face charges over historical abuse allegations
The former Fianna Fáil minister has strongly denied any wrongdoing.
Brazil police end Neymar rape investigation over lack of evidence
A final ruling on the case will be made by a judge.
Man who accused UK establishment figures of sexual abuse found guilty of perverting course of justice
Carl Beech’s allegations began appearing in the press in 2014.
Judge directs that gardaí be made aware of abuse claims made against father of 11-month-old infant
The young mother made the statement when obtaining a protection order giving herself and the baby court protection.
Michael Jackson fan clubs sue two alleged victims over HBO documentary in France
The legal action in the French city of Orleans targets Wade Robson (36) and James Safechuck (41).
US Border Patrol investigating 'disturbing' Facebook group allegedly filled with racist memes
The group was created in August 2016 and has some 9,500 members, according to ProPublica.
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 Exclusive
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.
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