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The Trump administration is working on ways to undo the previous administrations enforcement standards of Title IX when it comes to rape and sexual assault. Colleges are now trying to figure out how to go around these rules, which they see as inflicted upon them by feminist groups who want to punish those accused of these crimes, with or without evidence. While punishment may be correct in some … [Read more...] about Trump administration faces uphill battle undoing campus rape epidemic ushered in under Obama – Washington Times

Dog bites are on the rise for Mac postal workers all across the nation. The number of people getting attacked by dogs has risen a lot over the last year. There have been over 200 more attacks in 2016 as there were in the year 2015. The post office released a statement that showed the top cities in the United States where dog attacks are the worst. They also offered some tips to pet owners, in … [Read more...] about Dog bites on the rise for Mac postal workers, nationwide – McPherson Sentinel

Some people may be worried about their pets and the upcoming eclipse. There is some advice on the web that says people do not need to be worried about keeping their pets safe during the eclipse. Animals will not suffer the same amount of damage that humans would if they looked at an eclipse. However, there is other advice that says animals can get hurt from the eclipse. There is information going … [Read more...] about Blinded by the light: Are pets safe during eclipse? – Crestview News Bulletin

Many first time solar eclipse watchers probably don't know that a partial solar eclipse can fry their eyes. The risk of blindness is even greater for those who view the eclipse through an unfiltered telescope or binoculars. After every solar eclipse there are usually some people with permanently blurred vision or blind spots, usually young men who are unprepared for the event. Doctors warn that … [Read more...] about Be Smart: A Partial Eclipse Can Fry Your Naked Eyes – NPR

A rape survivor and the man who raped her actually made a book together to tell their story. The pair gave a talk at a TED talk and they each talked about how they journeyed towards healing. The talk is important because it gives a new look at sexual issues like this and how you can actually heal with the people that hurt you. A rape survivor and the man who raped her teamed up to write a book … [Read more...] about A rape survivor and the man who raped her teamed up to write a book and tell their story – Chron.com

Rape is a really tragic experience. One woman was raped at gunpoint. It was the worst thing that could have ever happened to her. After it was over, she ran across the street and told a police officer. Unfortunately, the statute of limitations has passed on her case and charges can't be filed. But, the good news is that there is no more statute of limitations on rape in Tennessee. 'It makes you … [Read more...] about ‘It makes you very tense,’ Victim’s rape kit gone untested for nearly 30 years – kfor.com

We all know how important it is to be careful in these times of increasing crime rates, but we still need to make a living. Unfortunately, the relative anonymity of taxi riders makes taxis a source of crime. Earlier this month, a 29-year-old man was arrested on charges of robbing taxi drivers. Him and his accomplice, who is still being sought by police, would pose as customers and ride the taxis … [Read more...] about Man, 29, charged with mugging taxi drivers – Kathimerini

The Donald Trump administration is facing an uphill battle undoing the campus rape epidemic that was ushered in under Obama. There were practices that were institutionalized by the Obama administration and were also backed by feminist groups. The Trump administration can revoke all of the various orders that were given by Obama. Trump administration faces uphill battle undoing campus rape … [Read more...] about Trump administration faces uphill battle undoing campus rape epidemic ushered in under Obama – Washington Times

The new president of the USA, Donald Trump, has signed 3 new executive orders on crime reduction and public safety. The orders are meant to make America a safer country. The order seeks to establish a new task force on crime reduction and public safety. The task force will develop many strategies to prevent crimes. Trump Signs 3 New Executive Orders on Crime Reduction, Public Safety - KTLA Photo … [Read more...] about Trump Signs 3 New Executive Orders on Crime Reduction, Public Safety – KTLA

An Ohio University student has gone into hiding after being falsely identified as the woman who cried rape after being filmed in a public sex act with a man near the university's campus, police and school officials say. Sophomore Rachel Cassidy is seeking help from Athens police after her photos, home address, phone number and links to her social media accounts were flaunted on a website calling … [Read more...] about Ohio University investigating reported rape in dorm – NBC4i.com