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Feminism As a 'Global Solidarity Movement': Leta Hong Fincher on Feminism and #MeToo in China
Jezebel
... feminism is on the rise, from the burgeoning and ongoing #MeToo movement, to increasing calls for protections for survivors of domestic violence (China only passed a law against domestic violence in 2016), to protests against workplace discrimination.

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Three Workplace Shootings in 24 Hours: Now Is the Time to Take Action
Lexology
Workplace violence is one of the most troubling issues keeping HR professionals and in-house counsel up at night – and with good reason. ... Employers should periodically evaluate workplace initiatives that can reduce the potential for workplace ...

The Loop Ten: 9-24-18
TwinCities.com-Pioneer Press
Cuban has agreed to contribute $10 million to women's causes and domestic violence awareness as part of the NBA's investigation into workplace conditions with his franchise. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File). 10. (tie) SOON-YI PREVIN Sadly, Woody Allen's ...

Domestic violence cases at YSU, OSU share similarities
Youngstown Vindicator
University spokesman Ron Cole emphasized a review of policies will clarify reporting requirements and review training regarding workplace and domestic violence. “If we don't want our employees to suffer from domestic violence, then we certainly do not ...

Mark Cuban is worth $3.9 billion — see how he earns and spends his massive fortune
Business Insider
Cuban is in the news this week after an investigation into the Mavericks organization surfaced evidence of a hostile workplace for women. Cuban has pledged to donate $10 million to women's causes and domestic violence awareness. But $10 million isn't ...
Friday's Sports in BriefBelleville News-Democrat

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Workplace bullying: what HR needs to know
HRM Asia
... others who side with the bully, either voluntarily or through coercion; It undermines legitimate business interests when bullies' personal agendas take precedence over the work itself; It is akin to domestic violence at work, where the abuser is on ...

In a 24-hour span three ordinary places of business became danger zones
CNN
"Three workplace active shooting attacks in just the last 24 hours should spark outrage in every American," former US Rep. Gabrielle Giffords said in a ... "If gun violence feels like it's become an everyday occurrence, that's because it is." These ...

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NBA commissioner defends decision to not suspend Mark Cuban
Toronto Star
NEW YORK—NBA commissioner Adam Silver defended his decision not to suspend Mark Cuban on Friday, noting that the Mavericks owner was never directly implicated in the misconduct toward women within his organization. Silver believed a suspension ...

Labour would offer New Zealand-style paid leave for domestic violence victims
The Independent
In a speech at the party's women's conference on Saturday, Ms Butler will say: "Employers have a duty of care to employees experiencing domestic abuse and should put in place a range of workplace policies to help victims. “This crucial time will allow ...
Domestic violence victims would receive up to 10 days leave under new Labour plansMirror.co.uk

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NBA memo: Hire more women, improve workplace conditions
CTV News
... was released following a months-long probe that began after problems were detailed in a Sports Illustrated article in February, that he will contribute $10 million to help further the cause of women in sports and raise awareness about domestic ...
Associated Press News - AP NewsAP News

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Workplace Shootings Underscore Need for Emergency Action Plans
SHRM
A man who was scheduled to appear in court for domestic violence charges fired a handgun in the lobby of a municipal center on Sept. 19 before he was fatally wounded by a police officer. No one else was killed in the Masontown, Pa., incident, but a ...

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Mavericks owner Mark Cuban donates $10 million after hostile workplace investigation
FOX 5 Atlanta
DALLAS - Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban announced Wednesday he will contribute $10 million to help further the cause of women in sports and raise awareness about domestic violence after an investigation substantiated numerous incidents of sexual ...

There have been 3 workplace shootings in 24 hours
Atlanta Journal Constitution
The shooting happened outside a courtroom at the Masontown Borough Municipal Center, where the suspect was scheduled for a hearing in a domestic violence case. Then Thursday morning, in Aberdeen, Maryland, outside Baltimore a 26-year-old woman ...

Maryland Rite Aid shooting is third workplace shooting in 24 hours
Baltimore Sun
Then, around 2 p.m., in Masontown, Pa., about 50 miles south of Pittsburgh, a man who was scheduled for a hearing on domestic violence charges opened fire just outside a judge's office, police said. He was shot and killed by police. Four people ...
Workplace Mass Shooting in Maryland Is the Third in Just 24 HoursSplinter

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Investigation Into Dallas Mavericks Finds Decades Of Workplace Sexual Misconduct
WBUR
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban will make a $10 million donation to organizations that support women in the workplace and victims of domestic violence, after an independent investigation concluded the team has a misogynistic work environment.

New Brunswick passes workplace violence, harassment legislation
Canadian Employment Law Today
The government of New Brunswick has passed legislation to protect workers from violence and harassment. The regulatory changes will come into force on April 1 to give employers time to complete risk assessments and put policies and procedures into ...

Mavs owner makes big donation
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
... to help further the cause of women in sports and raise awareness about domestic violence after an investigation substantiated numerous incidents of sexual harassment and improper workplace conduct within the franchise going back more than 20 years.

SPORTS DIGEST || Cuban donates $10M after workplace probe
Youngstown Vindicator
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has agreed to contribute $10 million to help further the cause of women in sports and raise awareness about domestic violence after an investigation released Wednesday substantiated numerous incidents of sexual harassment ...

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In Brief: Mavs owner Cuban donates $10M after workplace probe
TheRecord.com
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has agreed to contribute $10 million to women's causes and domestic violence awareness as part of the National Basketball Association's investigation into workplace conditions with his franchise. The league also ...

Mark Cuban donates $10M after workplace conduct probe
Las Vegas Review-Journal
DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban announced Wednesday he will contribute $10 million to help further the cause of women in sports and raise awareness about domestic violence after an investigation substantiated numerous incidents of ...