Bombshell sexual harassment claims against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein have unleashed a flood of similar allegations across the world. After the British defence minister quit in a harassment scandal engulfing the country’s parliament, here is a recap of some of the major developments in the saga. • The New York Times publishes on October 5 a report containing accusations of sexual harassment against Weinstein over nearly three decades. The movie mogul issues an apology and announces he is taking leave. An avalanche of similar claims against him emerge over the following weeks, including from more than two dozen actors including Rosanna Arquette, Gwyneth Paltrow and Angelina Jolie. • The New Yorker publishes new allegations on October 10, including from three women who say they were raped by Weinstein. He denies ever forcing himself on anyone. Police in New York, Los Angeles and London open criminal investigations. • Days after the first claims emerge, Weinstein is fired as c...
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