Is erotic literature becoming more accepted? The evolution of sex writing in modern times | Books

Is erotic literature becoming more accepted? The evolution of sex writing in modern times | Books

“Sexual liberation must mean freedom to enjoy sex on our terms, to say what we want, not what we are pressured or believe we are expected to want,” writes Gillian Anderson in the introduction to Want, the collection of essays about sexual fantasies she curated. It’s not a new idea – in fact, Want is … Read more

Uncovering Sex Trafficking Charges Against Former Employer Through Investigation

Uncovering Sex Trafficking Charges Against Former Employer Through Investigation

Barrett Pall revealing a diary entry detailing his encounter with Mike Jeffries to BBC reporter Rianna Croxford. In a federal courtroom in New York, I find myself face to face with Mike Jeffries for the first time – the ex-fashion mogul I’ve been investigating for the BBC for three years. He gazes directly at me, … Read more

Abercrombie addresses CEO Mike Jeffries’ arrest for sex trafficking

Abercrombie addresses CEO Mike Jeffries’ arrest for sex trafficking

Former Abercrombie & Fitch Chairman and CEO Mike Jeffries faced consequences after being arrested on federal sex trafficking charges. The company released a statement expressing their commitment to cooperating with law enforcement during the legal process. Abercrombie & Fitch distanced themselves from Jeffries, emphasizing that his employment with the company had ended nearly a decade … Read more

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO apprehended for sex trafficking allegations

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO apprehended for sex trafficking allegations

The former CEO of fashion giant Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F) and his British partner have been arrested and are facing sex trafficking charges. Mike Jeffries, his partner Matthew Smith and the couple’s alleged middleman were arrested on Tuesday morning. The FBI and prosecutor’s office are expected to announce more details at a press conference shortly. … Read more

‘Anora: A Potential Solution to Humanizing a Devalued Profession for Sex Workers?’ by Sean Baker

‘Anora: A Potential Solution to Humanizing a Devalued Profession for Sex Workers?’ by Sean Baker

In Anora, a determined young woman involved in the sex industry finds herself in a modern-day Cinderella story. Anora, also known as Ani, portrayed with intense energy by Mikey Madison, becomes romantically involved with a wealthy young man (Mark Eidelstein), the pampered son of a Russian oligarch with connections to the mob. Their whirlwind romance … Read more