More than 80 women have accused the movie mogul, once the most powerful man in the American film industry of sexual misconduct, including rape, with some allegations dating back to decades.
An article published by The New Yorker said four women, who had been romantically involved with Schneiderman at some point, accused him of physically assaulting them.
Top moments from around the world in the week that was.
A partial United States government shutdown over President Donald Trump's demand for $5.7 billion to build a wall along the US-Mexico border entered its 23rd day on Sunday making it the longest shuttering of federal agencies in the country's history, with no end in sight. The closure, which began on December 22, broke a decades-old record by a 1995-1996 shutdown under former US President Bill Clinton that lasted 21 days.
March and April payrolls were revised to show 32,000 more jobs.
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has slammed US President Barack Obama for holding election rallies in support of his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton, describing him as campaigner-in-chief.
Fernando Alonso hailed the Briton as a Formula One great and said he was happy to see him stand on the brink of a fifth world championship.
Images from the World Athletics Championships on Sunday, Day 3, in Oregon.
A summary of the finals on Day 2 at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday
We bring you some of the memorable quotes from the speech as he called for united action against violent extremism:
Across the world rallies were held to draw attention to climate change ahead of a United Nations summit in New York.
White House condemns attempted attacks; New York Police Department increase patrols at other major newsrooms.
Neymar's record-breaking 222 million euros ($263 million) transfer from Barcelona to Paris St Germain is set to be completed this week with the French club poised to pay his release clause.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday
Images from the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, on Friday, Day 8.
IMAGES from Day 2 of the US Open played at Flushing Meadows in New York on Tuesday.
The announcement of McMaster's ouster, who the White House said had a "good working relationship" with Trump, is the latest in a string of high-profile White House departures since President Trump took office in January 2017.
In India, it is not easy to fight it out with the large banks which are nimble-footed and technology-savvy and are continuously innovating on the retail turf with newer products for customer acquisition.
The billionaire businessman beat his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton to become the 45th president of the United States.
'This is a book written by a man who has seen it all and done it all and can now laugh about it,' says Vir Sanghvi.
'Unlike Trump, who has an isolationist approach, Bolton would like to roam around the world, trampling upon any sign of dissent,' says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.
'Middle-level managers account for 10 per cent -- or 450,000 people -- in the IT industry in India.' 'And of these 225,000 would lose jobs over the next one decade as their work would get automated.' 'This is grim news for many reasons,' says Aakar Patel.
Tiger Woods won the Masters for the fifth time on Sunday to land his 15th major title and first since 2008.
It was Obama's eighth and final address to the UN General Assembly as the US President
Trump promised to defeat ISIS and Islamic terrorism, but toned down his previous proposal of a complete ban on entry of Muslims in the country.
If you are one of those who is now staring at your credit card bill and wondering how to go about it, here is the way out.
Take a look at the 10 biggest IT deals ever.
Japanese trailblazer Kei Nishikori had a thrilling run at the US Open, but could not summon a finishing kick as he hit the wall against big-hitting Marin Cilic in Monday's final at Flushing Meadows.
Images from Day 1 of the 2022 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, in Flushing Meadows, New York, on Monday.
'I hope that the incoming Biden-Harris Administration works with India to address some of the most profound geopolitical transboundary challenges.'
Rediff.com takes a look at drones as they engage in activities you'd never thought you'd see.
All Russian diplomats, connected to the country's intelligence agencies, and their families have been given seven days' time to leave the country.
'All is forgiven dear Tiger, wear your red shirt on day four and come back home to the Winner's Circle now.'
'She will recognise the talent of the Indian-American community.'
There are few firms that are applauded for managing a healthy top line growth along with an impressive brand image that inspires most companies.
A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday.
Already ranked ninth in Forbes' list of top tennis earners, Japan's Kei Nishikori is due for a bigger share of the off-court largesse despite losing Monday's final at the US Open, US marketing experts say.
On July 1, 2021, Britain's Princess Diana would have turned 60 and two decades after her tragic death in a car accident near the end of summer 1997, she still holds an exalted place on the altar of the most admired people in the world, her status secure as a style icon -- as is her legacy of having forever changed the British monarchy.
IMAGES from Day 3 of the US Open in New York on Wednesday.
