Fast Fashion's Dirty Secrets And Why So Many Can't Quit
A skit on "Saturday Night Live" recently spoofed fast fashion brands Shein and Temu, highlighting the industry's dark side.
Shifting Tides in Child Labor Laws Across the U.S.
There's a nationwide movement to revise child labor laws, with some states aiming to loosen them and others to tighten.
Panama Halts MSF Aid in Darién Gap, Escalating Migrant Healthcare Crisis
Panama has halted Doctors Without Borders (MSF) from providing medical aid to migrants traversing the perilous Darién Gap, a critical border crossing connecting Colombia and Panama.
U.S. Authorities Detain Luxury Cars Over Forced Labor Concerns
U.S. authorities are holding thousands of luxury cars from brands like Porsche, Bentley, and Audi due to a part that violates laws against importing goods made with forced labor in China.
Lawmakers Ramp Up Scrutiny of Shein Over IPO and Forced Labor Allegations
Lawmakers are intensifying their scrutiny of Shein, a Chinese fashion retailer, following its confidential filing for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States.
27 Countries, Including US and China, Sign Bletchley Park Declaration on AI for Responsible Development
The United States and China, along with 27 other countries and the EU, have signed the Bletchley Park Declaration on AI during a two-day AI Safety Summit held in the UK.
Shein Faces Hurdles as It Eyes IPO Amid Forced Labor Allegations and Other Concerns
Shein, the fast-fashion retailer with a reported valuation of $66 billion, is looking to go public but faces several hurdles.
Belgian Intelligence Probes Logistics Hub of China's Alibaba at Local Airport
Belgium is investigating potential security risks related to China's Alibaba Group's presence at Liège Airport, where its main European logistics center is located.
’Dark' Ships Deceive Locations to Move Billions in Oil Globally
A growing number of ships are manipulating their reported locations for illicit activities, potentially involving goods worth billions of dollars.
US Detains $1.7 Billion in Shipments Under Forced Labor Law
One year after the enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), a Kharon report reveals that approximately $1.7 billion worth of shipments destined for the United States have been detained.
Canada Takes a Stand Against Forced Labor with New Supply Chain Ethics Act
On May 11, 2023, Canada passed the Fighting Against Forced Labor and Child Labor in Supply Chains Act, which requires Canadian businesses to demonstrate due diligence in minimizing the risks of forced and child labor in their supply chains.
US Apparel Retailers Break Ties With China Amid Growing Concerns
A growing number of US fashion companies are distancing themselves from China as their top supplier, with 61% of apparel retail CEOs no longer relying on China as their primary source.
Solar Supply Chain Raises Human Rights Concerns as Transparency Declines
A new report by experts in human rights and the solar industry has raised concerns about the solar supply chain's lack of transparency amid human rights issues.
MIT Offers Humanitarian Logistics Course
MIT's Center for Transportation & Logistics is offering a free online course titled "Humanitarian Logistics," led by Dr. Jarrod Goentzel, director of the MIT Humanitarian Supply Chain Lab.
Walmart's Bold Step Towards Sustainable Fashion
Retail giant Walmart has set its sights on promoting sustainable fashion within its supply chain
Supply Chain Report Investigates Deforestation Linked to Palm Growing in Colombia
An investigation by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Netherlands and AidEnvironment analyzed the palm oil supply chain in Colombia.
$1B in Seized Shipments Exposes Supply Chain Visibility Issues in China
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has implemented the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), restricting imports of products made in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region if produced using forced labor.
FuelTrust Study Exposes Ethical Issues in Maritime Fuel Market, Leading to Billions in Losses
FuelTrust, a start-up based in Houston, has conducted research exposing the lack of transparency and ethical issues in the maritime fuel market.
Survey Reveals Organizations Implementing Office Etiquette Training to Foster Professional Workplace Culture
According to a survey by ResumeBuilder.com, organizations are responding to changing work environments and declining interpersonal skills by implementing training programs to create a more professional and respectful office culture.
Forced Labor Allegations Prompt Investigation of Nike and Dynasty Gold
Canadian ethics watchdog, the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE), has initiated investigations into Nike Canada and Dynasty Gold following allegations of their involvement or benefit from Uyghur forced labor in their Chinese operations.