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Time of India
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Bills' 1st-round pick Maxwell Hairston accused of sexual assault
Maxwell Hairston's future with the NFL remains uncertain. Source: AP Buffalo Bills first-round draft pick Maxwell Hairston is facing a federal lawsuit which accuses him of sexually assaulting a woman in 2021 while he was a student at the University of Kentucky. The lawsuit has been filed in the Kentucky federal court and alleges that Hairston entered the woman's dorm room without permission, ignored her refusal to engage in sexual activity, forcibly removed her clothing, and assaulted her. The Buffalo Bills have refused to comment on the Maxwell Hairston accusations The Buffalo Bills declined to comment, instead pointing to remarks made by general manager Brandon Beane during April's NFL Draft. Beane stated that the team had 'fully investigated' the 2021 allegation and described Hairston as 'an impeccable kid.' He added, 'It's unfortunate when such allegations are connected to someone, especially when there doesn't appear to be anything substantiated.' — CHurls13 (@CHurls13) The plaintiff also underwent a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) evaluation at a hospital following her interaction with law enforcement. The lawsuit does not reveal the findings of either the police report or the SANE examination. The plaintiff's legal team declined to share any documents related to law enforcement or the university, citing confidentiality obligations Hairston is from West Bloomfield, Michigan and played three seasons at Kentucky (2022–2024) before being picked 30th overall by the Bills in April. The 21-year-old cornerback is currently being considered for a starting role on the team. The Bills wrapped up their mandatory minicamp in mid-June and will reconvene for training camp later this month. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Is Buffalo Bills rookie Maxwell Hairston's NFL career already in jeopardy after sexual assault accusation?
Ohio Woman accuses Bills' Maxwell Hairston of sexual assault (Imagn Images) The start of Maxwell Hairston's NFL journey is already clouded by serious off-field allegations that could pose a significant threat to his professional future. The Buffalo Bills' first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft is now facing a federal lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault — a development that casts a long shadow over what was once seen as a promising career. Can the Bills defend their first-round pick Maxwell Hairston amid serious sexual assault allegations? According to court documents filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky, Hairston is being sued by an Ohio woman, Rebecca Hendryx, who alleges he sexually assaulted her in March 2021 while both were students at the University of Kentucky. Hendryx claims Hairston entered her dorm room uninvited, ignored her clear rejections, and ultimately 'forcefully removed' her pajama shorts before assaulting her. She is seeking a jury trial and compensatory damages, also accusing Hairston of inflicting emotional distress. One of Hendryx's attorneys, Peter Flowers, issued a firm statement following the filing: 'Our client showed remarkable strength in coming forward, and we are proud to stand with her in pursuit of accountability and justice. No one – regardless of their status or athletic success – is above the law.' The lawsuit claims Hendryx reported the incident to law enforcement within hours and underwent a SANE exam at a hospital. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo However, there's no publicly available police report tied to Hairston. The University of Kentucky has declined to comment on the specifics but reiterated that allegations of sexual assault are thoroughly investigated through multiple channels, including police, Title IX, and campus authorities. Despite the gravity of the claims, Hairston has not been criminally charged. His agent has not commented, and the Bills organization has chosen to stand behind the words of general manager Brandon Beane, who had addressed the issue shortly after the draft. Beane acknowledged the team was aware of the Title IX investigation but believed Hairston was unjustly targeted. 'He's an impeccable kid. We did a lot of research,' Beane emphasized. 'He even volunteered to do a polygraph and had notes. It was one of those where there was zero information saying that this actually happened... That's unfortunate when things like that are attached to someone's name; in this case, it doesn't seem to be anything there.' However, as civil litigation unfolds, the court of public opinion may prove more decisive than any front office review. While Hairston continues his career unimpeded for now, the looming lawsuit may affect both his public image and standing with the league. With Hendryx's legal team pushing forward and Hairston remaining silent, the uncertainty surrounding the case makes it fair to ask — is his career already at risk before it's truly begun? For the young cornerback, this accusation could prove to be far more than just an early test of character. Also Read: Cardi B reacts to Stefon Diggs' European vacation with a cryptic 3-word message that fans can't ignore Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Associated Press
29-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Penn Highlands State College Partners with SAFE-T System to Provide Support for Victims of Sexual Assault
DuBois, Pennsylvania, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Penn Highlands State College is partnering with Sexual Assault Forensic Examination-Telehealth (SAFE-T) System to enhance sexual assault care in the Centre County region. 'We are excited to partner with SAFE-T System to bring top quality sexual assault care to victims who seek help from our hospital,' said Sarah Lehman, RN, BSN, Director of Nursing for Penn Highlands State College. 'Having expert nurses available 24/7 to support our patients and staff is invaluable.' SAFE-T System was launched with support from the Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime as a solution to enhance access to high quality sexual assault care in underserved communities. When someone presents at Penn Highlands State College after experiencing sexual violence, they will immediately have access to a board-certified sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE). SANEs have extensive experience in the provision of sexual assault care and thanks to SAFE-T System's specialized forensic telehealth technology, their expertise can be accessed in the Centre County region. Typically, access to SANEs with this level of training and experience is often limited to large urban sexual assault centers. However, the innovative partnership Penn Highlands State College shares with SAFE-T System makes it possible to have this expertise in this region. The SAFE-T System telehealth SANE (teleSANE) can see the live exam in progress ensuring best practices, proper evidence collection and a safe and supportive environment for the patient. 'The expert nurse appears on the screen where they can talk to and support both the onsite nurse and the patient,' said Sheridan Miyamoto, Assistant Professor of Nursing at Penn State and Director of the SAFE-T Center. 'This is a true partnership. Our goal is to make sure the on-site nurse feels supported and confident during the exam and that the patient knows that they are getting the best care possible.' Sexual assault forensic examinations are free to patients and no cost is incurred for SAFE-T System telehealth support. Forensic examination services are available at Penn Highlands State College Emergency Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Attachment Corinne G. Laboon Penn Highlands Healthcare 724-258-1339 [email protected]
7NEWS
24-05-2025
- Health
- 7NEWS
Federal government commits to fixing Australian healthcare system to better help women
Federal health minister Mark Butler has told 7NEWS women seeking help in Australia's healthcare system for a range of issues 'haven't got the proper attention' conceding more needs to be done to fix the crisis. As part of women's health week on 7NEWS, dozens of women have come forward revealing misdiagnoses that could have cost them their lives. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today With endometriosis, a condition causing severe pelvic pain, affecting one in seven women, Butler promised to make it a 'national priority.' 'What we're trying to do is increase the capabilities of GPs, the front-line service for most Australian women to diagnose quickly and to give good support to Australian women with this condition,' he told 7NEWS health editor Jennifer Bechwati. 'We're also opening specialist endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics for women who have particularly severe and complex symptoms to provide specialist support and lastly, the really critical thing is to make sure that women have access to the best available medicines.' Maternity closures The federal government has promised to increase capabilities in public hospitals, where private hospital maternity wards have shut down across the country. But the sector warns it's not enough, foreshadowing more closures this year. Butler says health insurers need to look at changing policy benefits to give women more access to the care they deserve. 'We've said to the insurers that we think they need to consider providing maternity beyond just gold products for private health insurance.' 'A lot of families are buying silver or even bronze products, we think they should consider expanding access to maternity cover beyond just gold product.' Cancer Increased awareness, research and development of treatments for specific cancers have seen survival rates soar over the past two decades. But many are still falling behind. Ovarian cancer, which kills one Australian woman every eight hours, receives only a fraction of funding compared with other cancers, including prostate. Asked whether he will commit to closing that funding gap, the health minister replied: 'We want to see that gap closed, whether it's in access to medicines or the sort of nurse and navigation support that patients and their families need while they're going through the cancer journey.' Mental health As 7NEWS revealed this week, one in two Australian women will be impacted by a mental health issue at some point in their life, with millions now seeking help online. Two thirds of online inquires at SANE, one of Australia's leading mental health groups, are now women. But services targeted at those over the age of 40, who carry significant burden, are in dire need of funding. The federal government has promised to increase free options for women seeking support. 'We don't want affordability to be a barrier to people getting the mental health support that they need, that's why we're opening more Medicare mental health centres,' Butler said. But he conceded staff shortages could hamper those efforts. 'One of the real constraints is we don't have enough psychologists, we don't have enough psychiatrists to provide the support that our community needs right now,' he said. 'During the election campaign we promised to build on the work we did last term in expanding the psychology workforce in particular to make sure that people have that opportunity to go and get support that they need.' Menopause Butler welcomed what he says is a 'growing conversation' on issues associated with menopause and peri menopause, promising to continue making medicines cheaper and supporting GPs to help women through this major transition in life. He said he was 'shocked' to hear that some medical degrees of fix or six years contain only one hour's training on menopause, a condition that impacts half of the patients doctors will see. 'We're increasing the capability of GPs to support women through this phase of their life,' Butler said. 'We're listing new medicines (on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). It had been more than 20 years since there had been a new hormone treatment for women going through menopause on the PBS.' Misogyny Asked how the government plans to fix medical misogyny so women no longer feel dismissed, Butler conceded: 'We know there's much, much more to do.' '(We need) to provide women with more choice, with better access and lower cost. They have a range of issues associated with simply being a woman that haven't got the proper attention in the Australian healthcare system. 'But I think what we've done over the last couple of years to improve choice, to improve access and to improve affordability is making a meaningful difference.' Butler has been re-appointed health and aged care minister, and will take on the new portfolio of NDIS in the re-elected Albanese government.
7NEWS
21-05-2025
- Health
- 7NEWS
Calls to address Australia's mental health service shortfall as women, often mothers, slip through the cracks
A growing number of Australian women in their 40s and 50s are slipping through the cracks of the country's mental health system, with advocates warning that this silent crisis is worsening and urgent action is needed. Often juggling multiple roles as carers, professionals, and mothers, many women experience unaddressed and untreated mental health challenges, particularly following trauma, family violence, or the pressures of caregiving. They are often left to navigate their darkest moments alone. For women like Lesley, the health system failed to catch her when she needed it most. 'It was more than the baby blues,' she told 7NEWS. 'I couldn't be a mum, I couldn't be myself. 'I had to do something otherwise I wouldn't have been able to actually look after my children.' Lesley's story is similar to many others. Mental health organisation SANE reports that nearly one in two Australian mums will likely face a mental health issue in their lifetime. Many mothers are carrying an extraordinary emotional and physical load. 'Women are more likely to be primary carers and that's on top of the general mental load that we know women often carry, organising, doing the worrying, doing the coordinating of appointments,' SANE chief executive Rachel Green said. 'That's a huge burden for Australian women and mums in particular when they're faced with trying to manage their own wellbeing and that of the family as a whole.' Despite the growing crisis, mental health services targeted for middle-aged women are sparse. Many like Terese, a mother of three living with bipolar disorder, manage by seeking out support within the women in her community. 'I developed a depression and it went untreated. Then the following year I had a manic episode,' she told 7NEWS. 'I would just say to women, you can have mental health that's really well treated, but you can still have episodes. 'You've got to reach out, you've got to form second, third-tier social networks around you.' Both Lesley and Terese turned to online communities for support. Two-thirds of online enquiries to SANE now come from women. But even online, resources designed specifically for this demographic remain limited. 'It's still the mums doing the navigating,' Green said. 'They're doing the searching and trying to find help for themselves and for their families.' Advocates say the burden cannot continue to fall solely on women. They are calling for a shift that includes not only expanded mental health services but also better support in the workplace. 'Employers should be thinking about what are their policies to support mums in the workplace who are playing carer roles, who need to be able to take that time to go and manage appointments, because that's an investment,' Green said. 'I often say that you hire a mum who knows how to get stuff done in the 40-minute window when a newborn sleeps. That's like a superpower.' Terese agrees and has urged others not to suffer in silence. 'Don't go it alone. Don't just bottle it all up,' she said. 'It can be overwhelming. So reach out.'
