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London to host major new David Bowie Centre

A major new David Bowie Centre for the performing arts, featuring over 80,000 personal items from his legendary career, is set to open in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, transforming the V&A's collection into a public attraction.

MoD Scraps Woke ESG Rules for Defence Firms

The Ministry of Defence axes controversial 'social value' policy that forced weapons contractors to report on climate change and modern slavery, prioritising military effectiveness over ESG targets.

David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust Archive Unveiled in London

A landmark exhibition in London opens the David Bowie Archive, revealing never-before-seen treasures from the Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane eras, including Major Tom's spacesuit and the iconic lightning bolt makeup design.

40 Arrested in Major County Lines Drug Gang Crackdown

Derbyshire, West Midlands, and West Yorkshire police forces execute coordinated dawn raids, arresting 40 suspects and seizing drugs, weapons, and cash in a major blow to organised crime networks exploiting vulnerable individuals.

Cyber Slavery Epidemic: Brutal Scam Centres Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals a shocking rise in forced online fraud, with victims lured by fake job ads and held captive in brutal compounds across Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Southeast Asia.

Jamaican PM tells King Charles nation is becoming a republic

Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness confronted the Royal Family during their visit, declaring the nation's intent to become a republic and demanding reparations for slavery, in a stark diplomatic challenge to King Charles III.

Migrant children in UK feared dead or sex slaves

A bombshell report reveals a major safeguarding failure as dozens of unaccompanied migrant children vanish from UK hotels, with officials admitting they could be dead or forced into sexual slavery by criminal trafficking gangs.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams flies to Grenada during federal probe

New York City Mayor Eric Adams departs for an unannounced trip to Grenada as a federal investigation into his 2021 campaign fundraising continues. The Independent reports on the timing and details of his Caribbean visit.

University of Edinburgh Launches Slavery Legacy Inquiry

The University of Edinburgh commissions an independent academic study to investigate its historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, aiming for transparency and a deeper understanding of its colonial legacy.

Forced to marry my cousin at 14: UK woman's story

A British woman bravely shares her traumatic story of being forced into a cousin marriage as a teenager. She reveals the lasting impact and calls for stronger action against this hidden abuse.

Kmart Australia Faces Legal Action Over Forced Labour Links

Australian retail giant Kmart is under fire as a prominent legal firm launches unprecedented action, alleging the company failed to adequately address modern slavery risks within its supply chain, potentially linking its products to forced labour.

UN Demands Global Surrogacy Ban, Equates to 'Slavery'

A landmark United Nations report has called for a worldwide ban on commercial surrogacy, condemning it as a form of exploitation that commodifies women and children. The findings, which have ignited a fierce debate, urge nations to treat paid surrogacy wi

Kmart Australia Sued Over Modern Slavery Act Breaches

Australian retail giant Kmart is being taken to federal court by the regulator, accused of failing to adequately investigate and address modern slavery risks within its sprawling global supply chain, in a landmark legal test of the country's 2018 legislat

African royals in bizarre claim for Scottish land

A self-proclaimed African king and queen are attempting to claim a Scottish woodland through a 'legal loophole', demanding reparations for historic slavery in a move experts call 'legally baseless'.

Rediscover Britain's Rich Documentary Past

In an era of endless scrolling, a treasure trove of classic British documentaries offers a richer, more profound viewing experience. Discover the films that defined a nation.

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