sexual misconduct

Ilan Levy Neumand speaks during a radio interview on October 31, 2017 (screen capture: YouTube)

February 5, 2019, 2:38 pm

Israel arrests alleged sexual predator after France demands extradition

Ilan Levy-Neumand wanted for abusing 8 girls at his equestrian center in 1987-2001; after fleeing to Israel, he employed minors at stable he built in West Bank

By Jacob Magid

Illustrative image of criminal in handcuffs. (YakobchukOlena/iStock, by Getty Images)

January 20, 2019, 5:07 pm

‘Gay conversion’ therapist convicted of molesting his clients for years

Reuven Welcher tricked underage men seeking to reduce their homosexual feelings into consenting to acts; as part of plea deal, prosecution won’t seek jail term

By Michael Bachner

Illustrative: a policeman holds handcuffs. (Yossi Zamir/Flash90)

January 1, 2019, 2:11 pm

High school teacher suspected of molesting his students

Three girls aged 14-15 say educator at prestigious institution touched them inappropriately; suspect denies allegations, is sent to house arrest

By TOI staff

Disgraced actor Kevin Spacey in a video posted to YouTube on December 25, 2018 (YouTube screenshot)

December 26, 2018, 3:59 am

In strange video that goes viral, Kevin Spacey tells viewers: ‘You want me back’

Hours after he’s charged with sexual assault, actor, in character as House of Cards’ Frank Underwood, says ‘We’re not done, no matter what anyone says’; clip gets millions of views

By TOI staff and AP

Harvey Weinstein arrives at New York Supreme Court, December 20, 2018, in New York. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

December 20, 2018, 7:25 pm

Judge declines to dismiss Harvey Weinstein’s criminal case

James Burke rejects claims by Hollywood producer accused of rape that trial ‘irreparably tainted’ by prosecutorial misconduct

By Michael R. Sisak

Australian actress Yael Stone attends a special screening of 'The Dressmaker,' sponsored by London Fog, in New York City, on September 16, 2016. (Cindy Ord/Getty Images for London Fog via JTA)

December 17, 2018, 11:25 pm

Actress Yael Stone accuses Geoffrey Rush of inappropriate sexual behavior

Australian star of ‘Orange is the New Black’ says fellow countryman and Hollywood actor peeked at her showering, danced naked in front of her during 2010 production

By Marcy Oster

David Keyes, left, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on their way to the weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem, March 11, 2018. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty, pool)

December 12, 2018, 8:14 pm

Netanyahu spokesman Keyes officially quits after sexual misconduct allegations

Keyes thanks commission for closing probe into wrongdoing, indicates he will enter the private sector; PM praises California native for videos explaining Israel’s positions

By Raphael Ahren

In this photo from July 29, 2013, Les Moonves arrives at the CBS, CW and Showtime TCA party at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)

December 5, 2018, 7:21 am

Report details new allegations of Moonves’ sexual misconduct

Document to be handed to CBS board of directors next week alleges ex-CEO had a subordinate perform oral sex in exchange for protection from termination

By AP

David Keyes speaks to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as he opens the weekly cabinet meeting at his Jerusalem office, July 23, 2018. (Gali Tibbon/Pool via AP)

November 29, 2018, 11:56 am

Civil Service Commission drops probe of Netanyahu spokesman David Keyes

Body also ends examination of Ambassador Ron Dermer, who did not pass on information about alleged sexual misconduct

By Raphael Ahren

November 21, 2018, 10:21 pm

PM spokesman David Keyes to resign after sexual misconduct probe closed – report

Civil Service Commission also said to end examination of Ambassador Dermer, who did not pass on information about alleged bad behavior

By Raphael Ahren

Workers protest against Google's handling of sexual misconduct allegations at the company's Mountain View, Calif., headquarters on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)

November 2, 2018, 9:53 am

Israeli Google workers join global walkout over sexual misconduct policies

Employees have accused the tech giant of mishandling harassment allegations against executives

By AP and TOI staff

Sarah Silverman, and Louis C.K. attend the Governors Ball after the Oscars on February 28, 2016, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (PAl Powers/Invision/AP)

October 23, 2018, 5:50 pm

Sarah Silverman says she allowed Louis C.K. to masturbate in front of her

Jewish comedian later apologizes for noting that fellow comic was not in a position of power at the time and they were ‘just friends’

By TOI staff

Harvey Weinstein enters State Supreme Court, October 11, 2018, in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

October 11, 2018, 6:22 pm

NY judge drops part of case against Harvey Weinstein

Sexual assault charged by Lucia Evans dismissed due to problems with testimony; defense attorney claims entire case has been ‘compromised’

By Michael R. Sisak and Tom Hays

Protesters occupy the Senate Hart building during a rally against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on October 4, 2018. (AFP / ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS)

October 5, 2018, 3:26 am

Thousands of protesters march on Washington as Kavanaugh vote nears

Over 300 people arrested — including comedian Amy Schumer — during sit in at Senate building against Supreme Court nominee; procedural vote scheduled for Friday

By AFP and AP

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) with Israel's Ambassador to the US Ron Dermer, at the president's guest house, in Washington, DC, February 14, 2017. (Avi Ohayon/GPO)

September 26, 2018, 8:07 pm

Netanyahu backs US envoy’s handling of sexual misconduct claims against aide

PM says he’s sure Ron Dermer acted properly in choosing not to alert PMO to warning about David Keyes, notes the ambassador’s decision is being checked by Civil Service Commission

By Raphael Ahren