Investigations into Historical Sexual Assaults: Canada's World Juniors Team & Russell Brand Face Allegations; YouTube Demonetizes Brand's Channel, UK to Introduce Independent Body

The Halifax Regional Police are investigating a historical sexual assault that allegedly occurred during the 2002-03 World Juniors and involved members of Canada's team. The investigation was confirmed by a police spokesman to TSN. Meanwhile, in London, Russell Brand is being investigated by the police over historical allegations of harassment and stalking. The investigation was launched after media reports that four women had accused Brand of a string of sexual assaults. The London Metropolitan Police and the Thames Valley Police are both conducting investigations into the allegations. Brand has denied the allegations. The investigation has also led to YouTube demonetizing Brand's channel. The BBC has faced complaints for its coverage of the allegations. Companies are pulling their ads from Rumble, a platform that refused to demonetize Brand. In response to the allegations, the UK plans to introduce an independent body to address bullying and harassment in the creative industries.