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“You’re a girl, you’re being targeted”: Women in esports navigate toxicity, other barriers

NEW YORK — Susie Kim thinks the women gamers are out there. As general director to get a championship esports team, she’d know. She’s not surprised none of these are around her roster. The Entertainment Software Association reported this year that 45 percent of U.S. gamers are female, yet women make up a scant part […]

Authorities investigating allegation Asia Argento sexually assaulted young actor

NEW YORK — Authorities said Monday that they are currently looking into sexual assault allegations with a youthful celebrity against Italian actress Asia Argento — among the activists of the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment. Los Angeles County Agency ’s Capt. Darren Harris said investigators from his division will try to speak to Jimmy Bennett […]