Reportage
Caught in the Net
A New Lines investigation has found that, in 2023, over 70 fishers from Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India, were lured to Oman with promises of higher pay. They were then trafficked into illegal fishing on Belize-flagged vessels using Palau-issued seafarer documents, revealing gaps in maritime governance.
Fast Fashion's Front Line
Argentina’s fashion sector, long shielded by tariffs, is unraveling under President Javier Milei’s trade liberalization, as local brands are left struggling to compete with international fast-fashion retailers. Beyond the shopping malls is a deeper story, of affordability versus exploitation and ideology versus economic constraints.
Inside the Battle To Win New York City’s Growing Hindu Bloc
Ahead of New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, right-wing Hindu groups attacked Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim of Indian origin, as “anti-Hindu.” Despite their mobilization for his opponent Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani won decisively. Now he faces renewed resistance as rivals court Hindu voters — an increasingly powerful political bloc.
Chicago Is Pushing Back Against Trump
The ongoing immigration crackdown in the Windy City and across multiple other locations in the U.S. is extreme but not without precedent in American history. What does seem different, though, is the degree to which local residents are resisting the federal onslaught — both spontaneously and through organized channels.
The Settlers Bursting Tel Aviv’s Bubble
For years, Tel Aviv was considered an island of liberal secularism in a sea of militant messianism. But a centrally organized program to settle religious-nationalist ideologues in the city is causing increasing unease.
Coffins, Champagne and Status in Lagos Nightclubs
Nigeria’s nightclubs have turned into theaters of wealth, with coffin parades, sparklers and hype men’s chants. But away from the champagne shows, raves are bringing back the old spirit of nightlife.
The Undimmed Passion of Damascus’ Pigeon Fanciers
Above Damascus, pigeons flying in tight formation trace arcs in the sky that crisscross and collide. It is a choreography as old and enchanting as the city itself. But as the country recovers from years of war, the centuries-old tradition of pigeon fanciers could be on its final flight.