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The dark side of crystals

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September 11, 2024

On social media, the healing powers of crystals are touted by gurus and influencers. But behind the hype, the industry is not what it seems.

Customers believe that crystals give them beauty, or they hope for a spiritual effect. But what is life-like for the adults and children sourcing the crystals? We investigate the crystal hype and discover that behind the shiny surface, there is a ruthless, profit-driven web spanning the globe. A report by Gönna Ketels and Akanksha Saxena

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