Free

Free is a word with many different meanings. It can refer to something that is not subject to any constraints or limitations, such as freedom of speech or freedom from oppression. It can also refer to something that is not bound or tied up, such as a free-flowing river. In the context of economics, free can refer to something that is not subject to any costs or charges, such as a free market or free trade. Free can also refer to something that is not under the control of another person or entity, such as a free agent in professional sports. Finally, free can simply mean not having any value or worth, such as a worthless piece of land.

COVID-19, Climate Change, Impunity & Conflicts Aggravating Human Trafficking – IDN-InDepthNews
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COVID-19, Climate Change, Impunity & Conflicts Aggravating Human Trafficking – IDN-InDepthNews

By Aurora Weiss VIENNA (IDN) — The COVID-19 pandemic has increased human trafficking using social networks and the Internet as a platform, Lead Author of the UNODC Global Reports on Trafficking in Persons, Fabricio Sarrica, told IDN. He was highlighting some salient aspects of the 2022 UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons, the seventh…

Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni Uses Lessons From Frank Reich – NBC10 Philadelphia
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Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni Uses Lessons From Frank Reich – NBC10 Philadelphia

Nick Sirianni often credits Frank Reich for his development as a head coach. The mentor also learned from the student. Before leading the Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl in just his second season as a head coach, Sirianni spent three years as the offensive coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts under Reich from 2018-20. They…

CAP credited for helping children in Post trial | News, Sports, Jobs – Observer Today
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CAP credited for helping children in Post trial | News, Sports, Jobs – Observer Today

When five children testified in Chautauqua County Court during the Dustin Post trial, it was one of the first trials that had children testify what had happened to them. A jury found Post guilty on Feb. 3 on six counts of sexually abusing children. District Attorney Jason Schmidt credits the Child Advocacy Program for helping…

The Log Book: St. Christopher benefit concert going live – FreightWaves
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The Log Book: St. Christopher benefit concert going live – FreightWaves

The Log Book is a weekly rundown of human-interest stories related to the transportation industry. This week: St. Christopher brings its benefit concert to a live audience; Lytx awards its customers’ drivers and coaches for top safety records; and XPO Logistics pledges another year of trafficking awareness training for employees. St. Christopher benefit concert back…

Migrants seeking sponsors find questionable offers online – NY1
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Migrants seeking sponsors find questionable offers online – NY1

Pedro Yudel Bruzon was looking for someone in the U.S. to support his effort to seek asylum when he landed on a Facebook page filled with posts demanding up to $10,000 for a financial sponsor. It’s part of an underground market that’s emerged since the Biden administration announced it would accept 30,000 immigrants each month arriving by air…

A flash-mob in front of St. Peter's Basilica by “Jesus' dancers” – Aleteia
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A flash-mob in front of St. Peter's Basilica by “Jesus' dancers” – Aleteia

As part of the International Day against Human Trafficking a group of young dancers organized a flash-mob in front of St. Peter’s Square.   Tourists and Romans on St. Peter’s Square and Via della Conciliazione were enjoying a calm, sunny Friday afternoon when the air was suddenly filled with music. A group of young people…

5 Ways Teachers Can Confront Students’ Exposure to Online Extremists
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5 Ways Teachers Can Confront Students’ Exposure to Online Extremists

Students are online more than ever before, but the internet can be a dangerous place, filled with extremist views that can radicalize young people. For instance, teachers have reported that middle and high school boys have been captivated by Andrew Tate, a former professional kickboxer who makes self-improvement videos for men that are laden with…

Biden Pledged to Take On “Junk Fees.” He Should Start With Jails and Prisons.
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Biden Pledged to Take On “Junk Fees.” He Should Start With Jails and Prisons.

In what was probably the first reference to “junk fees” during a State of the Union address, President Joe Biden said Tuesday that his administration is cracking down on “those hidden surcharges too many companies use to make you pay more” and urged Congress to pass legislation expanding on the effort. “The idea that cable,…

Human Trafficking Alert – Super Bowl 2023 – AFA United
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Human Trafficking Alert – Super Bowl 2023 – AFA United

Date: February 10, 2023 This Sunday, February 12, 2023, Super Bowl LVII will kick off in Glendale, Arizona.  Super Bowl LVII is the upcoming American football championship game of the National Football League for the 2022 season. It will be played between the American Football Conference champion Kansas City Chiefs and the National Football Conference…

Local human trafficking survivors share stories, guidance for how to protect youth
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Local human trafficking survivors share stories, guidance for how to protect youth

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Jasmine Myers’ trafficker was a family member, who repeatedly sold her to adult men for sex from the time she was 5 until she was removed from her home at age 17. Taylor Venezuela met her trafficker through a false modeling job, where he lured her into pornography when she was 19….