Thousands of talibés, young Qur’anic students, are forced to beg daily in Senegal, often facing abuse and exploitation by some marabouts who profit from the practice. Human rights groups highlight this as human trafficking, while government efforts to end it are deemed limited and ineffective.
Tanker traffic in the Bab el-Mandeb strait and Strait of Hormuz has slowed following Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia and recent vessel attacks. Two Saudi oil tankers crossed Bab el-Mandeb, with one heading to India, while other vessels switched off transponders amidst rising regional tensions.
Imprisoned former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro welcomed dialogue for peace and reconciliation, ahead of a US-backed meeting between Venezuela's interim government and opposition leaders. Maduro, held in New York on drug and firearms charges, conveyed his message via Telegram.
At least five women abused by former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed have been formally recognized by the Home Office as modern slavery victims through the UK's National Referral Mechanism, with more decisions expected. This follows an initial BBC revelation.
The Home Office has confirmed at least five victims of former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed as human trafficking survivors. This follows calls from abuse survivors for the Metropolitan Police's Operation Cornpoppy to focus on trafficking, with cases spanning from the 1990s to after 2010.
Morocco's Interior Ministry attributes the mass migrant crossing into Spain's Ceuta enclave to social media misinformation and human trafficking. The incident, involving about 40,000 people, alarmed the EU and led Italy to suspend Schengen travel from Spain. Spain seeks more border resources.
Outback businesses in far west NSW, including roadhouses and hotels, report significant revenue losses and reduced tourism due to incorrect and delayed road status updates on the Live Traffic NSW website and app, following months of heavy rainfall and road damage.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges "relentless" action on small boat crossings, advocating for safe routes and EU dialogue, following Spain's return of 98% of 50,000 migrants from Ceuta to Morocco. UK crossings are down 43% year-on-year.
Il primo bollino nero dell'estate 2026 ha segnato un weekend di partenze verso le località di villeggiatura con un aumento del traffico del 4,5% rispetto all'anno precedente, gestito senza criticità significative secondo i dati Anas.
Berlin's historic "Treehouse at the Wall," a garden and structure built by Turkish guest worker Osman Kalin in Cold War no man's land, faces potential demolition due to public safety concerns. Supporters are rallying to save the site, which symbolizes defiance, immigrant ingenuity, and the city's unique history.
Heavy rains in Kerala, India, on Saturday caused landslides and widespread flooding, resulting in six fatalities and significant property damage. Authorities initiated large-scale rescue operations, established 65 relief camps for 1,465 displaced individuals, and issued severe weather alerts for multiple districts.
Autostrade Alto Adriatico ha registrato oltre 190mila transiti in A4 oggi, con picchi al Lisert e ai caselli di Latisana, San Donà e Cordignano. Previsto traffico "da bollino rosso" anche domani, con rallentamenti su A4, A23, A28 e A57.
Il Governo italiano, tramite la presidente Meloni, ha sospeso temporaneamente Schengen per i collegamenti marittimi e aerei con la Spagna, reintroducendo i controlli di frontiera per tutelare la sicurezza nazionale e contrastare l'immigrazione irregolare.
Liberia is battling a widespread kush crisis, devastating families and disrupting young lives, while authorities uncover large-scale international cocaine trafficking through the country. Despite a public health emergency declaration, limited rehabilitation options and low conviction rates for traffickers highlight systemic challenges.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez visited Ceuta after thousands of people irregularly entered the Spanish enclave from Morocco, leading to at least 18 deaths. Sanchez blamed human traffickers for misinterpreting a court ruling, while Italy and Finland questioned Spain's Schengen status.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating nearly 1.2 million Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles from 2018-2023 due to 156 complaints about front lower lateral link suspension failures that could cause a loss of directional control.
Autostrade per l'Italia prevede un intenso esodo estivo nel 2026, con picchi di traffico tra il 1° e il 9 agosto, specialmente sull'A1 e A14. Circa 16 milioni di veicoli transiteranno sulla rete, per cui è stato predisposto un piano straordinario con sospensione dei cantieri e potenziamento dei servizi.
Tony Romo, lead analyst for CBS Sports' NFL coverage, has been placed on leave following his arrest on July 23 in Wisconsin for operating a vehicle while under the influence. JJ Watt will replace him during his absence, with Romo's court date set for September 21.
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of slain cartel leader "El Mencho," pleaded guilty in Washington to conspiring to traffic cocaine and methamphetamine into the U.S. He faces a mandatory minimum of 15 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for November 13.
Beijing accused Washington of "politicizing" global undersea cable networks after reports of a US plan to spend $175.8 million to replace ageing lines in the Caribbean and Central America, aiming to block Chinese involvement. China warned this move threatens the broader digital economy and global data connectivity.
Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez blamed trafficking gangs after approximately 60,000 migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, leading to at least 57 deaths. Sánchez called it a "violation of Spain's territorial integrity," prompting Italy to suspend Schengen arrangements with Spain. Over 48,000 have voluntarily returned.
Spur Intelligence, a Florida-based cybersecurity startup, secures $200 million in funding led by Insight Partners to enhance its technology distinguishing human users from advanced bot traffic.
Cristian Volpato, 22, tested positive for cocaine after being stopped twice by police in Sydney for speeding, just days after playing for Australia in the 2026 World Cup.
Tony Romo, 46, former Dallas Cowboys QB, arrested in Milwaukee for suspected OWI after deputies stopped his vehicle. Released, due in court September 21. CBS declines comment.
