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Based on a three-year investigation, this rage-inducing documentary explores allegations of human trafficking by a Scottish fishing fleet – and its claims are truly grotesque

Author of Theory of War, inspired by her grandfather’s experience of slavery in the US, which won the Whitbread book of the year award in 1993

In 2022, I embarked on learning to play two traditional drums used in the folk music of my hometown of Basra in southern Iraq. One is known as the “khishba,” with its music termed “Khashaba,” and the “maruwas” used in “al-Bahr” music. I took drumming lessons from Black Arab musicians,…

More people are reporting cases of human trafficking and slavery as high-profile cases raise community awareness of the crimes.

So you’re thinking of buying an electric car. Perhaps you want to save money on fuel, or reduce your greenhouse gas emissions, or both. After all, for Australia to reach net zero it needs to electrify vehicles (and expand public transport use).

Data shows that last year more than 2,000 people referred to support body the NRM had been referred before

Data suggests that trafficking victims are unlikely to receive compensation through government scheme

The group reportedly faked rescue stories—including one involving a baby saved from traffickers—and lied about where funds were going.

Prof Trevor Burnard’s expertise helped lead to apology by the Scott Trust, owner of the Guardian, over links to trade