A groundbreaking new report commissioned by Sir Lenny Henry and authored by Marcus Ryder makes a powerful economic and moral argument for slavery reparations in the UK, urging the nation to confront its colonial past.
The Boston Police Department has issued a formal apology for its involvement in the arrest and return of fugitive slaves in the 19th century, acknowledging its 'dark history'.
A remarkable collection of 19th-century correspondence, discovered in an online auction, exposes the direct financial benefits reaped by prominent UK families from slavery compensation, challenging long-held narratives and prompting calls for a national r
Exclusive Home Office figures reveal a shocking tripling of illegal migrants identified as potential modern slaves in UK. The system faces collapse as criminal gangs exploit loopholes.
An exclusive investigation reveals the harrowing story of a woman trafficked to Dubai and forced into a life of modern slavery, imprisoned in a portable toilet for weeks. This shocking account exposes the dark underbelly of human trafficking in the UAE.
Leading anti-slavery professionals and charities have issued a stark rebuke to UK Security Minister Tahir Mahmood, asserting his views on modern slavery are dangerously disconnected from the grim reality faced by victims and those on the frontline.
A landmark legal challenge is set to contest the UK's recent £480m migration agreement with France, arguing it fails to protect vulnerable individuals from modern slavery and violates the UK's own anti-slavery laws.
The UK's Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner has issued a stern rebuke of Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood's comments on fast-tracking asylum claims from certain nations, warning they risk undermining modern slavery protections and could create
Ex-President Donald Trump's administration proposes drastic cuts to key human trafficking prevention programmes, drawing fierce condemnation from charities and advocates across the UK and US.
A Nottingham hair salon's controversial 'no bad reviews' policy sparks online fury after charging a client thousands for a negative Google rating. The beauty industry debate over reputation management vs. consumer rights intensifies.
Considering an upgrade to Emirates Premium Economy? Our in-depth review breaks down the seats, service, and overall value on the Airbus A380 to help you decide if it's worth the extra cost for your next long-haul flight.
A searing new production of Samuel Beckett's Endgame, starring Mathew Horne and Douglas Hodge, triumphs at Bath's Ustinov Theatre. This critically acclaimed revival finds profound humour and humanity in the play's existential despair.
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.
Exclusive: Johannesburg High Court reveals sophisticated Chinese-led trafficking ring smuggling Malawian women into South Africa for forced labour and sexual exploitation.
Nick Offerman and Dennis Quaid deliver powerhouse performances in this gripping political drama about a US President's controversial UK visit. A must-see film of the season.
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.
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.
A coalition of African nations launches a formal campaign demanding reparations from Britain for centuries of slavery, genocide, and exploitation, with claims reaching into the trillions.
An exclusive first-drive review of Hyundai's latest EVs. We reveal which model delivers the biggest thrill for your money and which premium offering fails to live up to its hefty price tag.
Our in-depth review of the De'Longhi La Specialista Touch espresso machine. Discover if this premium bean-to-cup coffee maker delivers barista-quality results worthy of your British kitchen.
Groundbreaking research from UCL exposes how Britain's notorious Victorian workhouses were directly financed by the brutal transatlantic slave trade, forcing a national reckoning with our colonial past.
Discover if the premium Simba Hybrid Luxe mattress lives up to the hype. Our in-depth review covers comfort, support, cooling technology, and value for money to help you decide if it's the right choice for your best night's sleep.
Discover the Independent's in-depth review of the Loaf 'Our Perfect Mattress'. We test its comfort, support, and value for money to see if it truly lives up to its name for the perfect night's sleep in the UK.
We put Gordon Ramsay's premium £29 burger to the ultimate taste test. Discover if this gourmet offering from his Street Burger chain lives up to its hefty price tag and famous name.
A young woman's terrifying ordeal of being trafficked across Texas motels is revealed after a desperate escape. Her story exposes the brutal reality of modern slavery happening in plain sight.
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.
Dive into our explosive review of 'Fuze,' the gritty London heist thriller that's setting the cinematic world alight. Discover how David Morrissey and a stellar cast deliver a masterclass in tension and realism.
Our in-depth review of the Global Classic Japanese Chef Knife. Discover if this iconic, lightweight santoku lives up to the hype for UK home cooks and professionals.
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.
Yorgos Lanthimos delivers another masterclass in psychological horror with 'Obsession', a disturbing tale of love and madness starring Margaret Qualley and Rafe Spall. Our review from the Toronto Film Festival.