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OMG science
fromNature
1 day ago

When a great ball of fire came crashing down

Eyewitnesses recall luminous objects falling during a storm, hinting at unusual meteorological phenomena.
The trade of tropical butterflies is exploitative and poses a threat to ecosystems.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I want to talk about it honestly': trauma of Weinstein's unknown British victims is revealed

Harvey Weinstein's abuse affected many, including unknown victims, leading to significant conversations about the inherent risks women faced in the entertainment industry.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Wheelchair-bound Brooklyn man received tens of thousands in settlements through alleged 'shakedown' lawsuits over access

A paraplegic man has filed numerous lawsuits against businesses claiming lack of ADA compliance, leading to accusations of profit exploitation through settlements.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Kidneys for cash: Inside a global organ trafficking network DW 04/14/2025

Amon Kipruto Mely's desperate decision to sell his kidney led to exploitation and health complications, showcasing the dangers of organ trafficking.
#abuse
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

When Kenyan Maids Sought Help Overseas, Diplomats Demanded Sex

Kenyan labor attache in Saudi Arabia exploited vulnerable women seeking help by demanding sex or money for assistance.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

When Kenyan Maids Sought Help Overseas, Diplomats Demanded Sex

Kenyan embassy officials in Riyadh exploit desperate women seeking help from abuse.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 months ago
philosophy

What Makes Slavery Evil?

Slavery is morally wrong because it denies a person's personhood and transforms them into objects that can be owned.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

When Kenyan Maids Sought Help Overseas, Diplomats Demanded Sex

Kenyan labor attache in Saudi Arabia exploited vulnerable women seeking help by demanding sex or money for assistance.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

When Kenyan Maids Sought Help Overseas, Diplomats Demanded Sex

Kenyan embassy officials in Riyadh exploit desperate women seeking help from abuse.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 months ago
philosophy

What Makes Slavery Evil?

Slavery is morally wrong because it denies a person's personhood and transforms them into objects that can be owned.
more#abuse
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
NYC parents

17 Dark And Terrible Things I Learned This Month

Surrogacy exploitation has emerged as a serious issue, with victims misled about contracts and treatment during the process.
Skydiving fatalities at Lodi Parachute Center raise concerns, highlighting records that fail to capture complete safety statistics.
#labor-rights
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Why Maids Keep Dying in Saudi Arabia

Kenyan women face severe exploitation in Saudi Arabia's domestic work sector, often resulting in abuse and even death.
fromThe Nation
7 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Abolish College Football

College football operates as an exploitative system benefiting institutions while players receive inadequate compensation and face life-altering risks.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Women in Indonesia's textile industry seek more rights DW 12/05/2024

Indonesia faces challenges with exploitation and gender-based violence against female textile workers, despite being a major garment producer.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Why Maids Keep Dying in Saudi Arabia

Kenyan women face severe exploitation in Saudi Arabia's domestic work sector, often resulting in abuse and even death.
fromThe Nation
7 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Abolish College Football

College football operates as an exploitative system benefiting institutions while players receive inadequate compensation and face life-altering risks.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Women in Indonesia's textile industry seek more rights DW 12/05/2024

Indonesia faces challenges with exploitation and gender-based violence against female textile workers, despite being a major garment producer.
more#labor-rights
#human-trafficking
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Moment UN judge who forced woman to work as slave claims immunity' to police

A United Nations judge was convicted for human trafficking and forced labor, showcasing abuse of power within legal ranks.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
6 months ago
London

People trafficking victims forced to work at bakery, McDonald's and at brothel

The trafficking ring exploited vulnerable victims from the Czech Republic through deception, severe working conditions, and financial control.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area rapper BussDown Bandy avoids human trafficking conviction but picks up 5-year prison term

A rapper, Michael Moore, was sentenced to five years for robbery and witness intimidation, related to human trafficking a 16-year-old girl.
fromIndependent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kerry councillors receive images of sex workers and brothels in the post

Kerry councillors are addressing serious concerns about human trafficking and exploitation linked to the sex industry in the region.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Moment UN judge who forced woman to work as slave claims immunity' to police

A United Nations judge was convicted for human trafficking and forced labor, showcasing abuse of power within legal ranks.
London
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
6 months ago

People trafficking victims forced to work at bakery, McDonald's and at brothel

The trafficking ring exploited vulnerable victims from the Czech Republic through deception, severe working conditions, and financial control.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area rapper BussDown Bandy avoids human trafficking conviction but picks up 5-year prison term

A rapper, Michael Moore, was sentenced to five years for robbery and witness intimidation, related to human trafficking a 16-year-old girl.
fromIndependent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kerry councillors receive images of sex workers and brothels in the post

Kerry councillors are addressing serious concerns about human trafficking and exploitation linked to the sex industry in the region.
more#human-trafficking
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

WoW Exploiters Cleared New Mythic Raid 'First' Using Grey Items, Got Banned, And Then Did It Again

A guild has exploited a raid in World of Warcraft, achieving Mythic clears through cheats, prompting Blizzard to act swiftly.
#vulnerability
Information security
fromCyberScoop
5 months ago

More bugs in Palo Alto Expedition see active exploitation, CISA warns

CISA warns of active exploitation of vulnerabilities in Palo Alto Networks' firewall management software, endangering users with internet-exposed interfaces.
fromCyberScoop
6 months ago
Information security

Tens of thousands of IPs vulnerable to Fortinet flaw dubbed 'must patch' by feds

Around 87,000 IPs are vulnerable to a critical Fortinet flaw, urging immediate action based on active exploitation, according to CISA.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Women in technology

Man jailed after forcing woman with Down syndrome to buy him 1,300 iPhone and withdraw cash

A man was sentenced to four years for falsely imprisoning and exploiting a vulnerable woman.
fromTheregister
3 months ago
Information security

Snoops exploited Fortinet firewalls with 'probable' 0-day

Fortinet firewalls are under a widespread exploitation campaign likely using an unpatched zero-day vulnerability.
Information security
fromCyberScoop
5 months ago

More bugs in Palo Alto Expedition see active exploitation, CISA warns

CISA warns of active exploitation of vulnerabilities in Palo Alto Networks' firewall management software, endangering users with internet-exposed interfaces.
fromCyberScoop
6 months ago
Information security

Tens of thousands of IPs vulnerable to Fortinet flaw dubbed 'must patch' by feds

Around 87,000 IPs are vulnerable to a critical Fortinet flaw, urging immediate action based on active exploitation, according to CISA.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Women in technology

Man jailed after forcing woman with Down syndrome to buy him 1,300 iPhone and withdraw cash

A man was sentenced to four years for falsely imprisoning and exploiting a vulnerable woman.
fromTheregister
3 months ago
Information security

Snoops exploited Fortinet firewalls with 'probable' 0-day

Fortinet firewalls are under a widespread exploitation campaign likely using an unpatched zero-day vulnerability.
more#vulnerability
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Bong Joon Ho's Parasite Follow-Up Takes On Trump. It's a Blast.

Mickey 17 offers a chilling commentary on exploitation and authoritarianism through the lens of a futuristic labor colony.
The film's release coincides hauntingly with contemporary societal issues.
#cybersecurity
Tech industry
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Cisco, Hitachi, Microsoft, and Progress Flaws Actively Exploited-CISA Sounds Alarm

CISA has documented new vulnerabilities due to active exploitation, emphasizing the importance of prompt security updates.
fromThe Hacker News
4 months ago
Information security

CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of Flaws in Zyxel, ProjectSend, and CyberPanel

Active exploitation of security flaws has been identified in multiple products, necessitating urgent remediation efforts.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago
Information security

Palo Alto Networks warns hackers are breaking into its customers' firewalls - again | TechCrunch

Palo Alto Networks zero-day vulnerabilities have exploited thousands of organizations, emphasizing urgent need for cybersecurity measures.
Tech industry
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Cisco, Hitachi, Microsoft, and Progress Flaws Actively Exploited-CISA Sounds Alarm

CISA has documented new vulnerabilities due to active exploitation, emphasizing the importance of prompt security updates.
fromThe Hacker News
4 months ago
Information security

CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of Flaws in Zyxel, ProjectSend, and CyberPanel

Active exploitation of security flaws has been identified in multiple products, necessitating urgent remediation efforts.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago
Information security

Palo Alto Networks warns hackers are breaking into its customers' firewalls - again | TechCrunch

Palo Alto Networks zero-day vulnerabilities have exploited thousands of organizations, emphasizing urgent need for cybersecurity measures.
more#cybersecurity
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New laws to protect children exploited by gangs in England and Wales will save lives'

New laws in the UK target exploitative use of children in crime, imposing severe penalties on offenders.
Arts
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

A Novel That Boldly Rethinks the Border

Flores's novel explores the U.S.-Mexico border as a complex space of exploitation and boundless potential, challenging conventional narratives.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump's squid game: The danger of second seasons

The second season of Squid Game faces challenges in maintaining audience engagement due to the loss of surprise.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Gym owner jailed for 'predatory' sex attack and for secretly filming women as he gave them massages

Shane Flynn exploited clients' trust by filming and making inappropriate remarks during treatment sessions, leading to his conviction and criticism from the judge.
#gig-economy
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

So immoral': gig economy workers forced to pay fee to receive their wages

Gig workers face significant financial pressures and exploitation from new payment systems imposed by gig economy firms like YoungOnes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

So immoral': gig economy workers forced to pay fee to receive their wages

Gig workers face significant financial pressures and exploitation from new payment systems imposed by gig economy firms like YoungOnes.
more#gig-economy
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

Undocumented in Canada, she's emerging from the shadows to fight for equal rights | CBC News

Undocumented workers in Canada face exploitation, fear, and lack of healthcare, with many living in a constant state of anxiety due to their status.
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

R.F. Kuang's Babel, one of our favorite fantasy books, is just $2 on eBook

The students at Babel face a moral dilemma between embracing imperialism for personal gain or resisting it for a greater cause.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Confessions of Paid Caregivers

Caregivers play a vital role in our lives, facing emotional challenges and potential exploitation in their work.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

I thought I was contributing to my 401k but I found out my boss has just been taking the money - what should I do?

Modern employment relationships can resemble feudal agreements, exposing employees to exploitation.
There are concerning issues with employer-managed 401(k) contributions that require legal attention.
Miscellaneous
fromWIRED
4 months ago

The Billion-Dollar Adult Streaming Industry Is Fueled by Horrific Labor Abuses

Adult entertainment workers face systemic exploitation, prioritizing urgent issues over broader accountability of the industry.
#documentary
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Coups, colonialism and all that jazz: the film that unravels extraordinary cold war truths

The documentary links the civil rights struggles of Black Americans with the exploitation and violence in the Congo, emphasizing a shared historical narrative.
fromVulture
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wendy Williams's Guardian Says She Couldn't Consent to Lifetime Doc

Wendy Williams's guardian alleges she cannot consent to a documentary, highlighting issues of vulnerability and potential exploitation amid her health struggles.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Joe Francis claims 'Girls Gone Wild' women 'victimized' him: biggest doc revelations

The documentary exposes Joe Francis's troubling past and the exploitation within the 'Girls Gone Wild' franchise.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Coups, colonialism and all that jazz: the film that unravels extraordinary cold war truths

The documentary links the civil rights struggles of Black Americans with the exploitation and violence in the Congo, emphasizing a shared historical narrative.
fromVulture
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wendy Williams's Guardian Says She Couldn't Consent to Lifetime Doc

Wendy Williams's guardian alleges she cannot consent to a documentary, highlighting issues of vulnerability and potential exploitation amid her health struggles.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Joe Francis claims 'Girls Gone Wild' women 'victimized' him: biggest doc revelations

The documentary exposes Joe Francis's troubling past and the exploitation within the 'Girls Gone Wild' franchise.
more#documentary
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

I felt like a prisoner': the domestic workers trapped' by Canberra's diplomatic employers

Priyanka Danaratna's struggle highlights severe exploitation of migrant domestic workers in diplomatic settings in Australia.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Canada news

Toronto wants to ban paid plasma clinics, but 2 are already slated to open in the city next year | CBC News

Toronto declares itself a paid-plasma-free zone, urging voluntary donations to prevent exploitation of vulnerable citizens.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

More than one in 10 suffer financial abuse - and culprit is known to victim in most cases, poll says

Financial abuse often perpetrated by people known to the victim, mainly affecting older individuals and those with vulnerabilities.
#sex-trafficking
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago

Ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on federal sex trafficking charges

Mike Jeffries and associates arrested for running an international sex trafficking operation under the guise of modeling opportunities.
Privacy professionals
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs forced victims into 'Freak Offs' sex sessions with male prostitutes: feds

Diddy allegedly forced women into sex sessions with male prostitutes, recorded them, and used drugs to maintain control over the victims.
Miscellaneous
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago

Former Abercrombie CEO and two others charged with sex trafficking and prostitution

Michael Jeffries and associates charged with sex trafficking, exploiting vulnerable young men under the guise of modeling opportunities from 2008 to 2015.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Former Abercrombie CEO arrested amid sex trafficking investigation

Mike Jeffries, former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, was arrested in a federal sex trafficking investigation involving the exploitation of young men.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO charged with operating sex-trafficking ring

Mike Jeffries arrested for alleged sex trafficking, exploiting young men in the fashion industry from 2008 to 2015.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago

Ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on federal sex trafficking charges

Mike Jeffries and associates arrested for running an international sex trafficking operation under the guise of modeling opportunities.
Privacy professionals
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs forced victims into 'Freak Offs' sex sessions with male prostitutes: feds

Diddy allegedly forced women into sex sessions with male prostitutes, recorded them, and used drugs to maintain control over the victims.
Miscellaneous
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago

Former Abercrombie CEO and two others charged with sex trafficking and prostitution

Michael Jeffries and associates charged with sex trafficking, exploiting vulnerable young men under the guise of modeling opportunities from 2008 to 2015.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Former Abercrombie CEO arrested amid sex trafficking investigation

Mike Jeffries, former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, was arrested in a federal sex trafficking investigation involving the exploitation of young men.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO charged with operating sex-trafficking ring

Mike Jeffries arrested for alleged sex trafficking, exploiting young men in the fashion industry from 2008 to 2015.
more#sex-trafficking
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago
UK politics

Modern slavery backlog could be 'eradicated' in two years

The government plans to eliminate a backlog of modern slavery cases within two years by recruiting additional staff.
Over 23,000 suspected victims are waiting for decisions from the Home Office regarding their status.
#exploration
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
UX design

Stories Can Help Children Learn to Explore

Exploring new options versus exploiting known ones is a crucial decision-making balance for children.
fromLogRocket Blog
6 months ago
UX design

Balancing exploration and exploitation for sustainable growth - LogRocket Blog

Balancing exploration and exploitation in product management is essential to foster innovation while optimizing existing products.
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
UX design

Stories Can Help Children Learn to Explore

Exploring new options versus exploiting known ones is a crucial decision-making balance for children.
fromLogRocket Blog
6 months ago
UX design

Balancing exploration and exploitation for sustainable growth - LogRocket Blog

Balancing exploration and exploitation in product management is essential to foster innovation while optimizing existing products.
more#exploration
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

My abuse in the Osho Rajneesh cult has haunted me for decades. Now I'm ready to speak out | Sarito Carroll

The author's childhood in Osho's ashram was initially liberating but revealed darker realities of exploitation and lack of protection for children.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
6 months ago

Russia increasingly recruiting African women to produce drones

Young African women are being misled into laboring in Russia's weapons factories amidst a domestic labor shortage.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Predator who raped girl after plying her with booze is jailed for 13 years

Anthony Anantharajah, a 35-year-old man, was sentenced to 13 years in prison for raping a 16-year-old girl after luring her to a house party.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Education

California Bible college students claim they were confined, surveilled and made to do unpaid labor

Olivet University has faced serious allegations of exploitation and student mistreatment, culminating in legal actions and federal investigations.
#mrbeast
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

MrBeast and Amazon named in lawsuit over Beast Games

Contestants of MrBeast's upcoming Beast Games series allege exploitation, unsafe conditions, and harassment according to a lawsuit filed against the production companies.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Tech industry

MrBeast named in lawsuit claiming participants in his $5 million 'Beast Games' show were exploited and sexually harassed

Contestants in MrBeast's game show lawsuit claim exploitation and unfair treatment during filming for the $5 million jackpot.
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

MrBeast and Amazon named in lawsuit over Beast Games

Contestants of MrBeast's upcoming Beast Games series allege exploitation, unsafe conditions, and harassment according to a lawsuit filed against the production companies.
fromFortune
7 months ago
Tech industry

MrBeast named in lawsuit claiming participants in his $5 million 'Beast Games' show were exploited and sexually harassed

Contestants in MrBeast's game show lawsuit claim exploitation and unfair treatment during filming for the $5 million jackpot.
more#mrbeast
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