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The price of political loyalty in North Korea is a high one. Those who refuse to submit to the regime rapidly end up in a work camp. But not even citizens who do conform to the law are protected from its repressive tactics. With a new report, the UN highlights a painful fact: that forced […]

The war in Ukraine is a real goldmine for mafia clans in Italy. They profit from illegal human and arms trafficking, adoptions and property deals, among other things. The Italian government believes that it can bring the problem under control. Alarming assessments from anti-mafia authorities The mafia has always made money from crises of all kinds, says

With a fortune estimated at 37 billion pounds, or 44 billion euros, the Hindujas are, according to the Sunday Times, the richest family in Britain. And with good reason: the family runs a multinational concern, the so-called “Hinduja Group”, which is active in more than sixty countries. The Group has interests in a range of

Since mid-July 2024, any lingering doubt has disappeared: the so-called “Nordic Model” is to remain. The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg has now reached a final decision, and the ban on purchasing sex in France remains in place.  In sequence… For around six years, the French pro-prostitution lobby tried to abolish the

Everyone wears them, everyone needs them: shoes. Whether boots, sandals, high heels, or sneakers—most of us can’t get far without them. They’re not just essential protection for our feet but also a reflection of style and personality for many. It’s no surprise that over 24 billion pairs of shoes are produced annually, most of them

From 26 July to 11 August 2024, the world will be watching spellbound as the Summer Olympic Games are held in Paris. But while the eyes of the public are trained on the sporting achievements and spectacular productions, another, more disturbing question was emerging: does such a major sporting event produce an increase in prostitution and human

Who doesn’t recognise it? The famous “checkerboard pattern,” the renowned buckle, or the distinctive combination of white, black, and red stripes. Some brands have made it — they are recognised from afar and can be easily identified. And this ‘effect’ is precisely what those who wear these brands count on. They have also made it;

Bellowing men with painted faces dressed in the strip of their favourite club, tops off as well later on, beer on their breath and mustard on their beard, on a testosterone rush. The only thing missing for the experience to be truly complete? Sex. And willingly in exchange for money, to avoid any need for

Global weather disasters are becoming increasingly prevalent. This is now particularly evident to people in Austria, who are being surprised by severe storms. Human-accelerated climate change is already noticeable and has different impacts on everyone, depending on their country/region/continent. Often, attention is not paid when floods or droughts in Bangladesh, India, or parts of Africa

The problematic issue of human trafficking has increasingly entered the public consciousness in recent years. Despite international efforts and legal measures, however, this modern form of slavery remains a global challenge. The media landscape plays a crucial role in the fight against human trafficking. Today, we highlight the ways in which, through their reporting, the