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Climate Change Deepens Human Trafficking Crisis in Sierra Leone

Climate Change Deepens Human Trafficking Crisis in Sierra Leone

Zainab is a survivor of human trafficking in Sierra Leone who played a very important role in operations to expose and catch human traffickers. This operation was happening with the Transnational Organized Crime Unit. She

Japan’s Spring Pay Negotiations: Spotlight on Small Firms in Wage Hike Endeavors

Japan’s Spring Pay Negotiations: Spotlight on Small Firms in Wage Hike Endeavors

In Japan, everyone is closely watching the spring pay negotiations, especially as the country works towards a healthy balance between wages and prices. This year, the focus is not just on big companies but also

Urgent Global Call: Combating Rape and Abductions in Conflict Zones – From Ukraine to Israel, Uniting Against Atrocities

Urgent Global Call: Combating Rape and Abductions in Conflict Zones – From Ukraine to Israel, Uniting Against Atrocities

In Conflict Zones globally from Ukraine to Israel, Iran to Afghanistan the alarming increase in Rape and abductions Demands Urgent attention. Historical roots trace back to the Weaponization of such acts, Exemplified in art like

Reporting never been this challenging: Israel-Gaza war taking a severe toll on journalists

Reporting never been this challenging: Israel-Gaza war taking a severe toll on journalists

The raging conflict in the Middle East has made reporting unprecedently challenging. It erupted on October 7 as Hamas militants launched a surprise attack on southern Israel and the Israeli military responded, launching strikes on

German Companies Embrace Four-Day Work Week in Bold Bid to Boost Productivity and Address Labor Crisis

German Companies Embrace Four-Day Work Week in Bold Bid to Boost Productivity and Address Labor Crisis

German companies are trying something new to tackle their labor crisis and boost the economy: a four-day work week. Starting on February 1, a six-month test will give hundreds of employees an extra day off

Over 302,000 Migrants Flood Into US Southern Border In December

Over 302,000 Migrants Flood Into US Southern Border In December

In December, a record number of migrants, over 302,000, came to the U.S. southern border. This is the highest number ever recorded in a month, surpassing September's numbers.  It's so many people that they could

Gaza Struggles: Harsh Winter Weather Renders War-Torn Region Uninhabitable, Warns UN Official

Gaza Struggles: Harsh Winter Weather Renders War-Torn Region Uninhabitable, Warns UN Official

The weather in Gaza has become very cold and stormy, making it really hard for people to live there. After months of war, a United Nations human rights official, Ajith Sunghay, is worried that the

Japan’s Record-breaking Milestone Over 2 Million Foreign Workers Tackle Labor Shortage”

Japan’s Record-breaking Milestone Over 2 Million Foreign Workers Tackle Labor Shortage”

Japan is facing a big challenge because there aren't enough people to do all the jobs that need to be done. In October 2023, the number of foreign workers in Japan went over 2 million

Leprosy stigma still rampant in many countries, experts raise alarm over judgemental attitudes

Leprosy stigma still rampant in many countries, experts raise alarm over judgemental attitudes

Leprosy remains an age-old disease, still endemic in more than 120 countries. The condition leaves an estimated one to two million people across the globe visibly disfigured and lacking support to address the stigma they

Protesters In Paris Rally Against France’s Stricter Immigration Laws

Protesters In Paris Rally Against France’s Stricter Immigration Laws

In Paris, France, many people recently protested against a new law that makes immigration rules stricter. On January 21, 2024, they gathered in Trocadero Square. Youssouf Doucoure, 25, from Mali, was there too. He feels