Among the private security agencies hired by Weinstein starting around fall 2016, the magazine said, was Black Cube, which is largely run by former officers of Israeli intelligence agencies, including Mossad. Two Black Cube private eyes met with actress Rose McGowan — before she publicly accused Weinstein of raping her — to obtain information. Weinstein and the private eyes also used journalists themselves to extract details from women who were making claims against Weinstein. The New Yorker said Weinstein sought the assistance of ex-employees from his movie enterprises to help in his efforts collecting names and placing calls. Meanwhile, industry publication Variety said the Television Academy has voted to permanently expel Weinstein.

Source: Egypt Independent November 07, 2017 04:18 UTC