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Finance firms in Hong Kong shut their eyes to exploited domestic workers

By Robert Godden Many of the world’s largest financial institutions have made bold promises to promote responsible investing and combat human trafficking. Yet behind these commitments lies exploitation much closer to home, literally.  Migrant domestic workers sit in front of a luxury fragrance advertisement in Hong Kong, on November 5, 2023. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. In […]

Mounting economic costs of India’s killer smog

Noxious smog smothering the plains of north India is not only choking the lungs of residents and killing millions, but also slowing the country’s economic growth. India’s capital New Delhi frequently ranks among the world’s most polluted cities. Each winter, vehicle and factory emissions couple with farm fires from surrounding states to blanket the city […]

Cabaero: Imbalance of power

The ongoing conflict between Vice President Sara Duterte and the House of Representatives highlights an imbalance of power between the executive and legislative branches, with implications that could impact ordinary citizens. Analysts describe the situation as a power struggle between Duterte and the House, particularly its Committee on Good Government and Accountability, which is investigating […]