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Police in the UK have reopened an investigation into sex abuse allegations made against influencer Andrew Tate.

Hertfordshire Constabulary has decided to reinvestigate alleged rape and sexual assault offences reported by three women between 2014 and 2015. The case was closed in 2019 following a four-year investigation.

The decision comes a day after the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said a former detective constable could face gross misconduct proceedings for "alleged failures to properly investigate" the case.

Hertfordshire Constabulary said in a statement: "We are committed to doing what is right and ensuring that allegations of such a serious nature are properly, thoroughly and fully investigated, no matter how long ago they occurred."

The IOPC also said two former detective sergeants who supervised the investigation

are being probed for alleged misconduct.

In a joint statement issued through their legal team, the three women who made the reports to the force said: "We are grateful that the IOPC has taken steps to investigate potential issues with how our reports were handled. From the beginning, all we have wanted is for our cases and the evidence to be fully and fairly considered by those with the power to do so.

" Tate’s three alleged victims have since taken their claims to the High Court alongside a fourth woman. They all allege that the former professional kickboxer subjected them to sexual violence. One of the claimants also alleges Tate assaulted her with a belt and grabbed her by the throat on a number of occasions in 2015.

Tate’s lawyers previously vehemently denied the claims made against him, saying the allegations are "false" and that they "were not controlled and did not behave as though they were controlled" by him.

A spokesperson for the influencer also said at the time that the allegations outlined in the documents are "unproven and untested", and "categorically" denied.

A civil trial is due to take place in June this year.

The legal team representing the three women, McCue Jury & Partners, said the Crown Prosecution Service's (CPS) decision not to authorise charges in the case is currently the subject of a victim’s right to review.

In September last year, the CPS said the legal test to bring criminal charges had not been met.

Tate is also facing legal proceedings in Romania alongside his brother, Tristan Tate, with both men denying any wrongdoing.

The pair are due to be extradited to the UK following the conclusion of proceedings in Romania, after Bedfordshire Police secured a European arrest warrant in relation to separate allegations of rape and human trafficking involving different women.

Those allegations, which the brothers "unequivocally deny", date back to between 2012 and 2015.

After the March 27 incident, authorities released Woods' mugshot through the Martin County Sheriff's Office. In the image, the 50-year-old professional golfer appears with a neutral expression as he looks directly into the camera. The release of the photograph followed his arrest and charges connected to a rollover crash that occurred around 2 p.m. local time.

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Eva Longoria has spoken out about the potential merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount, raising concerns about its impact on jobs, creativity, and diversity within the entertainment industry.

In a recent interview on BBC Radio 4 Today program, Longoria described consolidation in the media landscape as the most troubling aspect of the proposed deal. She pointed out that when large companies combine, the result is often a significant reduction in opportunities for creatives. According to her, these mergers tend to centralize decision making, limiting the number of voices involved in selecting and developing projects.

Longoria explained that instead of pitching ideas to multiple buyers, creators may find themselves presenting to a single gatekeeper who represents several platforms. This shift, she warned, can lead to a narrower range of content being approved. In her view, the creative process becomes less dynamic, with fewer chances for unique or unconventional ideas to succeed.

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The "Fate of Ophelia" singer made her first major public appearance of 2026 on March 26 at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, and she was joined by Travis Kelce for a date night.

Taylor walked the red carpet in a mint green velvet two-piece from Wiederhoeft's fall/winter 2026 collection, complete with a corset top adorned with golden glass beads. The 36-year-old, whose fiancé did not attend the event but was spotted in the audience, finished the outfit with strappy shoes and opted for a delicate nude lip and halfback haircut.

Of course, it's no wonder Taylor selected this moment to make her return to the public eye because she is nominated for a record nine prizes at the ceremony, including Song of the Year, Pop Song of the Year, Favorite TikTok Dance, Best Lyrics, and Best Music Video for “The Fate of Ophelia,” as well as Artist of the Year and Pop Artist of the Year.

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A Russian court has ordered a ban on the Oscar winning documentary Mr Nobody Against Putin, marking a significant escalation in the country’s ongoing effort to control narratives around the war in Ukraine. The ruling, delivered in the Chelyabinsk region, claims that the film promotes negative attitudes toward the Russian government and encourages views that authorities consider extremist.

The documentary, which recently won Best Documentary at the Academy Awards and also received top honors at the Baftas, presents a rare inside look at how pro war messaging is delivered in Russian schools. The film is built on two years of secretly recorded footage captured by Pavel Talankin, a school videographer who later fled

Russia in 2024. His recordings were smuggled out of the country and compiled into a powerful account of how young students are exposed to state aligned messaging.

The footage shows children attending lessons that support the war effort, including discussions framing the invasion of Ukraine as a mission to denazify the country. It also includes scenes of students participating in activities such as grenade throwing competitions and training sessions on handling weapons. Speeches by war veterans are featured as part of the curriculum, reinforcing the government’s position and encouraging patriotic support for military actions.

Authorities in Russia have strongly objected to the documentary. The Kremlin appointed human rights council raised concerns that the film used images of minors without parental consent. It also announced plans to appeal to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, calling for an investigation into how the documentary was produced and recognized internationally.

In its ruling, the Chelyabinsk court went further, declaring that the film promotes terrorism and fosters hostility toward the current government. Another point of contention was the appearance of the white blue white flag in the film. This flag has become a symbol used by some members of the Russian opposition to protest the war in Ukraine, but it has been officially banned within Russia as extremist.

The court’s decision specifically blocks access to the documentary on three Russian streaming platforms. According to reports from independent outlet Sota Vision, this is the first time legal measures have been used to restrict access to the film inside the country. Despite the ban, unauthorized copies of the documentary continue to circulate online, making it difficult for authorities to fully contain its reach.

The move reflects a broader pattern of tightening control over public discourse in Russia since the launch of its full scale military assault on Ukraine four years ago. The government has actively worked to suppress dissent and shape public opinion, particularly through the education system. School curriculums have been revised to align with official narratives, emphasizing patriotism and support for the military campaign.

Speaking at the Oscars ceremony earlier this month, Talankin used his acceptance speech to highlight the film’s message. He called for an end to war, stating that the future of children depends on peace rather than conflict. His words underscored the documentary’s central theme, which focuses not only on propaganda but also on the long term impact such messaging may have on younger generations.

The ban on Mr Nobody Against Putin signals the Russian government’s determination to limit exposure to perspectives that challenge its stance on the war, even as the film gains international recognition and continues to spark debate worldwide.