Anyone with eyes can see that Multi-Level Marketers (MLMs) are predatory business models that prey on vulnerable folks looking to make a meaningful income. People who have escaped these companies all have similar stories of crippling debt and shady manipulation. The products they sell are either overpriced, poor quality, useless,…
Anti-LGBT law, calls to “de-Atlanize” Ukraine, omnipresent references to religion… In parallel to the war in Ukraine, the Russian government is leading a conservative and identity-based offensive on its domestic front. According to experts, the aim is to unite the country around “traditional” values. In Russia, Russian deputies voted Thursday,…
Given the instant publicity of any reprehensible action taken in the name of “sharia law,” you might be forgiven for assuming that shariah is a draconian, rigid, medieval code of law imposed indiscriminately on everyone within reach. Wide dissemination of stories like that of Mubarak Bala, an atheist in Nigeria…
Following on from our first article in the series, where we discussed what money laundering is, in this article, we will be focusing primarily on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws and legislation from across the world. AML legislation was a response to the growth of the financial industry, the lifting of…
Money laundering is the practice in disguising the origins of money obtained illicitly. It is thus a method in which the proceeds of crime are made to appear legitimate. This stems from the long-standing collusion of the underground and official economy. The underground economy includes a spectrum of criminal activities…
For health reasons, each individual needs an average of one and a half liters of water every day. This contributes to the proper functioning of the body and, therefore, good work in the best conditions. Indeed, for the well-being of your employees, installing a water cooler within your company is…
With the start of the holiday season, as it does every year, there is an increased risk of reading in the news about travelers who ignore the laws of the countries they visit and end up in jail for possessing small amounts of marijuana. It is also good to know…
In this article, we’ll look at the top 5 serial killers in the world. These individuals have committed some of the most heinous crimes in history, and their stories continue to shock and terrify us. From America to Russia, these murderers have left a trail of blood and terror in…
Today, the size and living conditions of prison vary widely and are often tied to the criminals they house. Minimum security prisons in the United States and abroad might have comfortable beds, access to private bathrooms, and recreational and rehabilitation programs. In the United States, the rich and famous may…
The Council of Europe has withdrawn its controversial campaign celebrating “freedom in the hijab”. The wearing of this religious garment has repeatedly provoked heated debates in France. How to differentiate between the hijab and other veils? Which outfits are prohibited, and in which space? Overview of what the law allows.…
