Why has the US government put Hong Kong on its human trafficking watchlist?
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Why has the US government put Hong Kong on its human trafficking watchlist?
While the US Human Trafficking report acknowledges Hong Kong’s efforts to eliminate human trafficking, the city still falls short of internationa...
In Ecuador, the river never forgets β€” nor do the communities
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In Ecuador, the river never forgets β€” nor do the communities
In March 2025, more than 25,000 barrels of crude oil polluted the rivers of Esmeraldas, Ecuador. The government arrived quickly, but left even faster.
How encryption protects journalists and human rights defenders in West Africa
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How encryption protects journalists and human rights defenders in West Africa
Digital technology, which should help to concentrate and centralize information to prevent losses, offers no guarantee against the threats of hacki...
A grassroots collective is pushing back against the nickel mining industry in North Maluku, Indonesia
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A grassroots collective is pushing back against the nickel mining industry in North Maluku, Indonesia
A group of activists in Sagea village, North Maluku, Indonesia, have successfully pushed back against a nickel mining operation which would destroy...