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Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home

Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home

This form of return migration, which we call 'return smuggling', is a longstanding issue between Indonesia and Malaysia.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects

Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects

Police also rescued 1,826 victims during the ongoing crackdown on people smuggling syndicates from June 5 to 27.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants

Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants

A total of 139 graves and over two dozen campsites suspected to have been run by people-smuggling groups in Wang Kelian.
Fri Jun 23 2023
Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico

Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico

About 400 migrants were being transported in the trailer, near the small town of Acayucan, when they began to suffocate, authorities said.
Fri Jul 29 2022
Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border

Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border

However, the wall should not hinder the trade activities between the two countries, Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah says.
Tue Aug 23 2016
Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers

Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers

Interpol said on Thursday it is seeking public help to track down 123 suspected human traffickers wanted around the world.
Thu Jun 23 2016
Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian

Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian

Of the four, two are Myanmar national, one a Thai national and the other a Bangladeshi.
Tue May 10 2016
Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang

Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang

National police spokesman Prawut Thavornsiri said officers believed the suspect was part of a crime group who helped illegal migrants obtain counterfeit documents.
Sun Aug 30 2015
IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is'

IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is'

The police have identified a people-smuggling syndicate agent who is purportedly the culprit for human trafficking cases in Wang Kelian, Perlis.
Tue Jun 02 2015
Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds

Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds

Najib Razak has instructed relevant authorities to look for the masterminds of syndicates involved in human trafficking across the country's borders.
Sat May 30 2015
People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route

People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route

People-smugglers have resorted to slashing prices and offering special deals for boatpeople seeking a new life in Australia, including children travelling for free.
Fri May 16 2014
Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling

Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling

Australia to give Malaysia two custom boats as gifts in a bid to tackle people-smuggling in the region.
Thu Feb 06 2014
Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia

Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia

Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott called on Jakarta to resume collaboration on the stream of asylum-seekers transiting through the Southeast Asian nation.
Sun Dec 15 2013
Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation

Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation

Indonesia suspends cooperation with Australia in a number of areas over spying claims
Wed Nov 20 2013
People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report

People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report

In a little over 10 years, almost 1,000 asylum-seekers have died at sea while trying to reach Australia by boat, a new report says.
Tue Jul 30 2013
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security

Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security

Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter

UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter

Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?

How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?

The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says

AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says

Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert

OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert

While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood

Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood

The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?

Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?

Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?

US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?

Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025