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  Human Rights Violations in North Korea's Pretrial Detention System The pretrial detention and investigation system in North Korea is arbitrary and severely lacks due process, as highlighted in a report by Human Rights Watch. Former detainees have recounted experiences of systematic torture, hazardous and unhygienic conditions, and unpaid forced labor. Overview of the Report The 88-page report, titled “‘Worth Less Than an Animal’: Abuses and Due Process Violations in Pretrial Detention in North Korea,” offers a comprehensive examination of the country’s opaque criminal justice system. It underscores North Korea’s deficient legal and institutional framework and the political influence over its courts and law enforcement agencies by the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea. “North Korea’s pretrial detention and investigation system is arbitrary, violent, cruel, and degrading,” stated Brad Adams, Asia director at Human Rights Watch. “North Koreans say they live in constant fear of being ca...

  Sexual Violence and Persecution of Prostitutes in Nazi Germany During and After World War II During World War II, the Nazi regime implemented policies that legalized and organized prostitution in military brothels to control soldiers' sexual behavior and prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). These policies had devastating consequences for the women coerced into sex work, exposing them to severe sexual violence and long-lasting persecution. Sexual Slavery in Military Brothels In the occupied territories, women were forced into sexual slavery to serve in military brothels, euphemistically called "treatment centers." The Nazi regime viewed these women as racially inferior, exploiting them to further Nazi ideological goals. A 1940 prisoner-of-war manual issued by the OKW explicitly condoned rape and sexual violence against civilian women in the occupied territories. The exploitation of these women constitutes a war crime as defined by the Rome Statute of the Interna...

  The Wild West, often celebrated for its rugged individualism and boundless freedom, also had a more nuanced and often overlooked side, especially when it came to sex and sexuality. While prostitution was widespread and same-sex relationships were relatively accepted, the era was also marked by its own set of challenges and taboos. Prostitution in the Wild West Prostitution was a common aspect of life in the Wild West, with brothels and madams playing significant roles in many towns. These establishments catered to a diverse clientele and were staffed by women from varied backgrounds, including former slaves, immigrants, and those seeking financial independence. Sex workers often formed tight-knit communities to support and protect one another in a harsh and unforgiving environment. The rise of prostitution was largely driven by the influx of men seeking fortune and adventure. With few women available, many men turned to brothels for companionship and sexual satisfaction. Entrepre...