Michigan human trafficking suspect arrested
A Michigan man faces serious charges after a woman escaped captivity, revealing a harrowing human trafficking operation. Authorities are now investigating further potential victims.
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Four face hard labour for K-pop smuggling in North Korea
Two men and two women have been sentenced to hard labour in North Korea after allegedly smuggling and distributing K-pop content, defying the country's strict anti-Western laws.
Alabama child sex ring busted in underground bunker
Authorities in Alabama have dismantled a horrific child sex ring operating from an underground bunker, rescuing multiple victims and arresting suspects linked to the depraved network.
UN criticises UK over Palestine Action terror ban
The United Nations has criticised the UK government for its controversial decision to label Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, calling the move 'disproportionate' and a threat to human rights.
High Court challenge over RAF Brize Norton asylum flights
The UK government is under legal scrutiny as lawyers challenge the Home Office's plans to use RAF Brize Norton for asylum seeker flights. Critics argue the move lacks transparency and raises human rights concerns.
Lorry driver in migrant deaths case freed early
A lorry driver involved with ruthless human traffickers connected to the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants has been freed after serving just half of his seven-year sentence.
Ancient humans were cannibals - child remains found
Archaeologists uncover gruesome evidence suggesting our ancient ancestors engaged in cannibalism, including the remains of children. Read the chilling details.
Prehistoric human remains unearthed in Dorset
Archaeologists from Bournemouth University have uncovered prehistoric human remains in Dorset, shedding new light on early British history.
US sanctions Myanmar junta over rights abuses
The United States has announced new sanctions targeting Myanmar's military regime, intensifying pressure over ongoing human rights violations and suppression of democracy.
Labour slammed over China extradition deal
Labour has been accused of betraying critics by supporting a contentious extradition agreement with China, sparking outrage among human rights advocates.
US transfers prisoners to Venezuela and El Salvador
American inmates are being relocated to prisons in Venezuela and El Salvador as part of a contentious agreement, raising human rights concerns.
ASIO's temporary powers now permanent: rights chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner has raised concerns over the indefinite use of ASIO's controversial questioning powers, originally introduced under John Howard's government as a temporary measure.
Qatar flight strip search scandal sparks outrage
Australian women subjected to traumatic examinations after premature baby discovery at Doha airport spark global condemnation.
Brazil police accused of keeping woman as sex slave in cell
A harrowing case emerges from Brazil as a mother is allegedly held captive and abused by police officers in their own station, sparking outrage and demands for justice.
Ancient skull discovery rewrites human migration history
Archaeologists uncover 55,000-year-old skull in Israel, shedding new light on early human migration and Neanderthal interactions.
Australian women win right to sue Qatar Airways over exams
A court has granted Australian women permission to sue Qatar Airways over alleged invasive physical examinations at Doha Airport in 2020, marking a pivotal moment in aviation and human rights law.
UK accused over inaction on Uyghur forced labour
A damning report reveals UK companies may be linked to forced Uyghur labour in China, as critics slam government inaction on modern slavery risks.
Vancouver Police Criticised Over Filipino Student Arrest
A Filipino student was violently arrested by Vancouver police at the University of British Columbia, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
Court: Climate inaction violates human rights
A groundbreaking European court decision has ruled that government failure to combat climate change breaches fundamental human rights, setting a historic legal precedent.
Italy's rescue ship crackdown will cause more deaths - activists
Human rights campaigners condemn Italy's detention of NGO rescue vessels, warning it will lead to increased migrant deaths in the Mediterranean.
UK troops may face war crimes charges
The Ministry of Defence has acknowledged that British soldiers may be prosecuted for alleged war crimes during operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, raising serious legal and ethical concerns.
Channel migrant smugglers named and shamed
The UK government has publicly named and shamed migrant smugglers operating in the English Channel. Discover the full list of criminals and the latest crackdown efforts.
ASIO's compulsory questioning powers made permanent
Australia's domestic spy agency ASIO secures permanent compulsory questioning powers despite warnings from human rights advocates over potential abuses.
Gangs sell fake UK care jobs in £15k visa scam
Organised crime groups are abusing UK visa schemes by offering fake care worker jobs to migrants, charging up to £15,000 per person in an elaborate scam.
British mum's shocking death row ordeal
A British mother shares her harrowing ordeal on death row, revealing the inhumane conditions she endured, including being forced to eat without utensils.
Dover protests threaten asylum seekers' safety
Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating tensions in Dover as protests threaten the safety of asylum seekers arriving by small boats.
Hong Kong activists challenge gender markers on ID cards
LGBTQ+ advocates in Hong Kong are pushing back against compulsory gender identification on official documents, arguing it violates privacy and human rights.
Netherlands proposes global court alliance on climate, rights
The Netherlands has proposed a groundbreaking alliance between international courts to strengthen global justice on climate change and human rights issues.
Eswatini citizens face US deportation over rights concerns
Hundreds of Eswatini nationals in the US face deportation amid rising tensions over human rights concerns. Activists demand intervention as petitions gain momentum.
Harsh Conditions Exposed in NYC ICE Detention Centre
Exclusive video reveals disturbing conditions faced by detainees in a New York City ICE facility, sparking outrage and calls for reform.
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