21st century

"'Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking' examines the titular issue, its history, which areas are most affected by it, and what organizations are doing to help"--Provided by publisher.

In 2018 the number of people displaced worldwide by violence, persecution, or natural disaster had reached 68.5 million. The world faces an unprecedented crisis as people flee their homes, seeking safety, peace, and a better future for themselves and their families. Refugees set off, often on foot or by boat, on dangerous journeys to cross international borders where they can apply for asylum, or protection, in a new country. While many countries welcome refugees and other asylum seekers, others do not. Do we have the resources--and the will--to provide hope and a future for all the world's citizens?.

This title explores journalistic and fact-checking standards, Constitutional protections, and real-world case studies, helping readers identify the mechanics, perpetrators, motives, and psychology of fake news. A final chapter explores methods for assessing and avoiding the spread of fake news.

Looks at the Black lives matter movement, focusing on the formation, backlash, law enforcement accountability, and other topics.

"... covers the history of women's wages, the differences between men's and women's wages that still exist, and today's efforts to close the gap ... "-- Amazon.

Provides an introduction to the feminist movement and short profiles of women with prominent roles in government, the armed forces, and the law.

Examines the financial practices that led to the Global Financial Crisis of 2008 and how people around the world were affected.

Text and photographs look at terrorism and war in the twenty-first century.

Text and photographs look at science and technology in the twenty-first century.

Text and photographs look at sports and entertainment during the twenty-first century.