Prostitution/Commercial sex

Latvia launches human trafficking investigation after Epstein file release

Demonstrators hold signs aloft protesting Jeffrey Epstein, as he awaits arraignment in the Southern District of New York on charges of sex trafficking of minors and conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of minors, in New York, U.S., July 8, 2019. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton

Police reviewing massage establishment licensing scheme; tighter regulations expected soon

A report in ST in 2024 found hair salons offering more than just a haircut along Geylang Road.

Online ‘date auctions’ in South Korea spark controversy over possible prostitution

These "auctions" are a new fad in live streaming and include details of the woman featured such as age, height and weight.

Malaysia’s Defence Ministry launches probe into ‘yeye’ culture across all military branches

Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said his ministry remains committed to cultivating a clear, integrity-driven culture among armed forces personnel.

News analysis

From ‘yeye’ fun to security threat: What Malaysian Armed Forces’ camp scandal reveals

Plagued by recurring scandals, Malaysia’s military faces a crisis of confidence that is damaging its public standing and eroding trust within the ranks.

South Korea’s subsidy for exiting prostitution faces backlash after viral complaint

Critics have questioned how authorities determine whether recipients have genuinely exited prostitution and how funds are tracked after disbursement.

China police crack down on errant private cinemas over alleged sex services

awcinema - An example of a private cinema room in Chongqing.
ST PHOTO: AW CHENG WEI

Taiwan deports mother of Thai girl allegedly forced into Japan sex work

The teen is believed to have served about 70 customers between June and August.

French far right sparks debate with proposal to reopen brothels

RN president Marine Le Pen (left) and RN MP Jean-Philippe Tanguy, who says he has been working on a Bill that would allow brothels to re-open in France.

Tokyo police officer’s links to seedy criminal group revealed after arrest

Based in Tokyo’s Kabukicho red light district, the group Natural generates income by scouting women to be employed in sex work and related businesses.

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