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Lakisha Briggs, at her house in Norristown, Pa. Briggs, who was being abused by her boyfriend, lodged a legal challenge against her eviction for having the police called too many times to her house.

For Low-Income Victims, Nuisance Laws Force Ultimatum: Silence Or Eviction

Many communities have enacted nuisance laws to make sure renters aren't disturbing their neighbors. Trouble is, victims — especially of domestic abuse — often end up penalized for calling the police.

Taylor Swift performing in February in Houston.

Taylor Swift's Attorney Rebuked Over Letter Demanding Article's Retraction

The lawyer accuses a small website of defaming Swift. The American Civil Liberties Union accuses Swift's team of legal overreach.

President Trump shakes hands with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe during a joint news conference at the Akasaka Palace on Monday in Tokyo.

Trump, During Visit To Japan, Talks Trade And North Korea

The president said he expected Japan to buy lots of new weapons from the U.S., including missile interceptors and new F-35 fighter jets.

Sayanora Philip (foreground), a singer in Mollywood films, takes a selfie with fellow members of the newly formed Women in Cinema Collective.

How One Act Of Bravery Inspired India's Movie Stars To Fight Sexual Harassment

This year, a top actress was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. No one thought she would speak out — but she did. Here's what happened next.

Nicole Kidman and Colin Farrell are parents coping with the mysterious illness of their children in "The Killing of a Sacred Deer."

'Thor' Is Not The Only Film Opening This Weekend

Cinema Junkie recommends some foreign and indie options

On Monday, French activists demonstrated against French-Polish director Roman Polanski, accused of a string of sexual assaults, prior to a screening in Paris.

Instead of #MeToo, French Women Say 'Out Your Pig'

In the wake of the #MeToo hashtag following reports of Harvey Weinstein's sexual abuse, French women came up with a hashtag of their own. #BalanceTonPorc or "out your pig" shows no signs of abating.

Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort (right) leaves District Court after pleading not guilty following his indictment on federal charges Monday.

As Mueller Picks Up Pace, Capital Roils With Talk Of Pardons And Firing

Indictments and a plea agreement in Robert Mueller's investigation led to reports that President Trump is considering firing Mueller or disarming him by pardoning the targets of the investigation.

A scene from Joshua Oppenheimer’s documentary "The Look of Silence.” It tells the incredible story of a man who confronts his brother’s killers and demands they accept responsibility for their part in the Indonesian Suharto regime’s 1965 genocide, which claimed 1 million lives.

POV: The Look Of Silence

Airs Monday, June 27, 2016 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV

Twitter Employee Blamed For Deleting President's Account

For 11 minutes around 7 p.m. on Thursday, Trump's Twitter feed fell silent. Twitter says it was the work of a "customer support employee" on their last day on the job.

Back in 1968, a rising Puerto Rican pop star, José Feliciano, was asked to sing at Game 5 of the World Series.

A Different National Anthem, Before The Nation Was Ready For It

"I did it to show my appreciation to America ... I love this country." Jose Feliciano, on singing the national anthem his way. His performance at the 1968 World Series sparked a national controversy.

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