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.
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Africa Demands UK Pay Reparations for Colonial Crimes
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.
Trump Ready for New Russia Sanctions as EU-US Officials Meet
High-stakes diplomatic meeting unfolds as former President Donald Trump declares readiness to impose sweeping new sanctions on Russia, signalling a potential major shift in US foreign policy.
Workhouses Funded By Slavery Compensation, Research Reveals
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.
Rankin Sails on Queen Mary 2: A Photographer's Review
World-renowned photographer Rankin shares his unique experience sailing on Cunard's iconic Queen Mary 2, capturing the grandeur of transatlantic travel and the ship's majestic art deco elegance.
Woman sold for $300 escapes Texas sex trafficking ring
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 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.
United Airlines Adds New Marrakech, Cebu & Medellín Flights
United Airlines announces a significant expansion of its international network, launching three new transatlantic routes from its Newark hub to Marrakech, Cebu, and Medellín, alongside increased frequency on popular European destinations for Summer 2025.
Gardai Seal Dublin House in Human Trafficking Operation
Gardai have launched a major investigation after sealing a property in Lusk, North County Dublin, following the discovery of a man believed to be a victim of human trafficking. The operation is ongoing.
Human Trafficking Ring: Thai Women Enslaved in Sydney Brothels
Lisa Kanbut has been convicted for running a sophisticated human trafficking operation in Sydney, forcing Thai women into sexual servitude. The court heard harrowing details of their exploitation.
Florida Church Leaders Enslaved Workers for Luxury Lifestyle
Shocking federal indictment reveals Florida church leaders David and Jason Taylor ran a criminal enterprise, exploiting homeless congregation members for free labour to fund their luxury cars and lavish lifestyles.
Trump's Tariff Plan: Threat to UK Economy Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's proposed aggressive tariff regime could trigger a transatlantic trade war, spike consumer prices, and hit British businesses hard if he wins the 2024 election.
Volkswagen Brazil investigated over alleged Amazon slave labour
Brazilian authorities are investigating Volkswagen's local subsidiary over allegations of using modern slave labour at a ranch supplying cattle to its canteens, a stark reminder of corporate supply chain risks.
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.
Church of England investigated over slavery fund management
The Church of England's £100m fundraising initiative to address its historical links to slavery faces investigation by the Charity Commission following concerns about its structure and transparency.
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.
France rejects US advice on tackling antisemitism
French ministers firmly reject US suggestions on tackling antisemitism, asserting the nation's republican model and legal framework are sufficient. The diplomatic stance highlights a deepening transatlantic divide on strategy.
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
Dark Secrets of William and Kate's Windsor Home Revealed
A deep dive into the controversial past of Adelaide Cottage, the new Windsor home of the Prince and Princess of Wales, uncovering links to slavery, tragedy, and royal scandal.
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'.
British Airways axes London-NY route, warns of higher fares
British Airways has abruptly cancelled its London Stansted to New York JFK service, leaving passengers stranded. Experts warn the reduced competition will lead to significantly higher transatlantic airfares for UK travellers.
Trump Vows to Overhaul Smithsonian's Slavery Narrative
Donald Trump vows to overhaul the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History if re-elected, targeting its 'radical left' portrayal of slavery's brutal legacy, in a move decried as historical censorship.
UK Court Charges Four in Young Dolph Murder Plot
Four individuals have appeared in a UK court charged with conspiracy to murder Memphis rapper Young Dolph, linking a transatlantic plot to the 2021 shooting that shocked the music world.
Trump's Return Forges a United European Defence Front
As Donald Trump storms towards a second term, his threats to abandon NATO have triggered a seismic shift in European defence policy, forcing historic rivals to unite against a common existential threat.
Trump Threatens 'Woke' Smithsonian Over Slavery Focus
Donald Trump launches a furious attack on the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History, vowing to create a 'real' American history museum if re-elected, branding the institution 'out of control' for its emphasis on slavery.
The Ceremony: A Harrowing Migrant Drama in the Yorkshire Dales
Our review of the powerful new migrant drama 'The Ceremony', a visually stunning and emotionally devastating film set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales that explores the brutal reality of modern slavery.
Noem defends staffer over slavery and Holocaust remarks
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has come to the defence of a staffer who posted inflammatory comments comparing conservative struggles to slavery and the Holocaust, sparking widespread backlash.
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