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Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Argentina's top court upholds Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner's corruption conviction

Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner sentenced to 6 years for corruption, banned from office, reflects deep political divisions in Argentina.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Argentina's top court upholds Fernandez de Kirchner's prison sentence

Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner's Supreme Court ruling upholds her corruption conviction, barring her from public office and subjecting her to arrest.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Argentina's top court upholds Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner's corruption conviction

Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner sentenced to 6 years for corruption, banned from office, reflects deep political divisions in Argentina.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Argentina's top court upholds Fernandez de Kirchner's prison sentence

Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner's Supreme Court ruling upholds her corruption conviction, barring her from public office and subjecting her to arrest.
#kenya
#spain
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Thousands protest in Madrid against government of prime minister Pedro Sanchez

Protests in Madrid demand early elections amid corruption allegations against PM Sanchez, highlighting dissatisfaction with his government.
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Thousands protest in Madrid against government of prime minister Pedro Sanchez

Protests in Madrid demand early elections amid corruption allegations against PM Sanchez, highlighting dissatisfaction with his government.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

Trump's Most Successful Business Venture

Trump's pardons create the impression of a sale on the presidency, revealing deeper issues in American integrity.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

J. D. Vance's Bargain With the Devil

The Trump administration's corruption is viewed as unprecedented in U.S. history and reflective of broader democratic failures.
J. D. Vance's political transformation raises questions about his sincerity and the nature of power in modern politics.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks ago

Trump's Government of Billionaires

Donald Trump's administration exemplifies the influence of wealth in politics, raising concerns about corruption and accountability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

George Stephanopoulos Rips Trump for Monetizing Presidency

George Stephanopoulos criticized President Trump for unprecedented financial gains through official actions benefitting contributors, marking a departure from ethical norms in presidential conduct.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

I Don't Have Any Friends!' Trump's Deputy FBI Director Bongino Reveals More About His Personal Life Since Taking the Job

US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

Trump's Most Successful Business Venture

Trump's pardons create the impression of a sale on the presidency, revealing deeper issues in American integrity.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

J. D. Vance's Bargain With the Devil

The Trump administration's corruption is viewed as unprecedented in U.S. history and reflective of broader democratic failures.
J. D. Vance's political transformation raises questions about his sincerity and the nature of power in modern politics.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks ago

Trump's Government of Billionaires

Donald Trump's administration exemplifies the influence of wealth in politics, raising concerns about corruption and accountability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

George Stephanopoulos Rips Trump for Monetizing Presidency

George Stephanopoulos criticized President Trump for unprecedented financial gains through official actions benefitting contributors, marking a departure from ethical norms in presidential conduct.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

I Don't Have Any Friends!' Trump's Deputy FBI Director Bongino Reveals More About His Personal Life Since Taking the Job

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Anti-corruption agency in Kyiv accuses deputy PM of corruption

Ukraine's anti-corruption authorities suspect a deputy prime minister of receiving a $345,000 kickback in a state land development scheme, intensifying oversight amid ongoing war.
Russo-Ukrainian War
#middle-east
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

"Backroom Deals": Local Govt. Secrets & Activism Reading (Corte Madera)

The book showcases how ordinary individuals become activists when confronted with the hidden decisions of local governments that affect their lives, leading to a grassroots movement.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Padilla: San Jose leaders need to be held accountable - San Jose Spotlight

This troubling choice of Tammany Hall embodies a corrupt legacy, raising serious questions about the motivations and integrity of current councilmembers in San Jose.
NYC politics
#mexico
Law
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

South Florida court awards Mexican government massive civil judgment against former security chief

A South Florida court awarded the Mexican government over $2.4 billion in a civil judgment against Genaro García Luna for bribery and corruption.
Law
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Florida court orders ex-Mexican security chief to pay millions to Mexico

Genaro Garcia Luna has been ordered to pay millions to Mexico for his role in government corruption.
Law
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

South Florida court awards Mexican government massive civil judgment against former security chief

A South Florida court awarded the Mexican government over $2.4 billion in a civil judgment against Genaro García Luna for bribery and corruption.
Law
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Florida court orders ex-Mexican security chief to pay millions to Mexico

Genaro Garcia Luna has been ordered to pay millions to Mexico for his role in government corruption.
#police-misconduct
#san-mateo-county
#french-politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

The Rampant Leadership Corruption Plaguing China and Russia

China’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspections found over 4.7 million officials guilty of corruption, yet leaders like Xi Jinping remain unscathed by scrutiny over their wealth.
US politics
#california
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
California

Solar company accused of stashing cultural artifacts in Calif. storage facility

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
San Francisco

Bay Area K-9 officer framed inmates to get a promotion, prosecutors say

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
California

Solar company accused of stashing cultural artifacts in Calif. storage facility

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
San Francisco

Bay Area K-9 officer framed inmates to get a promotion, prosecutors say

#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromUPI
4 weeks ago

Bernard Kerik, former NYC police commissioner, dies at 69 - UPI.com

Bernard Kerik, former NYC police commissioner, died at age 69 after a life marked by heroism and later legal troubles.
fromQNS
1 week ago
NYC politics

Krishnan leads push to end city contracts with convicted landscaping company owner - QNS

NYC politics
fromUPI
4 weeks ago

Bernard Kerik, former NYC police commissioner, dies at 69 - UPI.com

Bernard Kerik, former NYC police commissioner, died at age 69 after a life marked by heroism and later legal troubles.
fromQNS
1 week ago
NYC politics

Krishnan leads push to end city contracts with convicted landscaping company owner - QNS

fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Opinion: Sheriff is desperately trying to save her job

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus is facing corruption allegations and is compelled to testify before a grand jury investigating her conduct, which includes serious misconduct claims.
SF politics
#bribery
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Dead End: WNYC podcast dives into the downfall of Gold Bar Bob Menendez

Bob Menendez and Nadine Menendez were convicted of corruption arising from a bribery scheme that began shortly after their first date.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Dead End: WNYC podcast dives into the downfall of Gold Bar Bob Menendez

Bob Menendez and Nadine Menendez were convicted of corruption arising from a bribery scheme that began shortly after their first date.
fromFortune Asia
1 week ago

Agrifood giant Wilmar hands over almost 2/3 of its annual profit to Indonesia as 'security deposit' for palm oil corruption case

Wilmar has handed over 11.9 trillion Indonesian rupiah as a security deposit due to misconduct allegations, impacting its share prices and future profitability.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Brazil's Bolsonaro accused in spy agency case as coup trial is ongoing

Brazil's federal police have formally accused far-right former President Jair Bolsonaro of involvement in an illegal spying network that allegedly snooped on political rivals, journalists and environmentalists.
Right-wing politics
#cryptocurrency
NYC parents
fromNewsNation
3 weeks ago

2 NYPD officers on leave over ties with accused kidnappers: Sources

Two NYPD officers are on leave amid allegations of involvement in the kidnapping and torture of a cryptocurrency millionaire.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Hundreds join Trump at 'exclusive' dinner, with dreams of crypto fortunes in mind

Trump hosted a gala for cryptocurrency supporters, intertwining personal financial interests with presidential influence amid protests against perceived corruption.
NYC parents
fromNewsNation
3 weeks ago

2 NYPD officers on leave over ties with accused kidnappers: Sources

Two NYPD officers are on leave amid allegations of involvement in the kidnapping and torture of a cryptocurrency millionaire.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Hundreds join Trump at 'exclusive' dinner, with dreams of crypto fortunes in mind

Trump hosted a gala for cryptocurrency supporters, intertwining personal financial interests with presidential influence amid protests against perceived corruption.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago

EU Plans Historic Moldova Summit But Stays Vague On Accession Timeline

The draft declaration emphasizes the EU's commitment to deepen political ties with Moldova, indicating that the upcoming summit will establish a new regular pattern in their relations.
Europe politics
#bangladesh
#money-laundering
#cristina-fernandez-de-kirchner
#political-persecution
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on Zambia's Trumpian predicament: US aid cuts are dwarfed by a far bigger heist | Editorial

In a paper presented to the Association for Heterodox Economics, Andrew Fischer argues that Zambia's economy is being plundered not by domestic actors but by transnational corporate practices.
UK news
NYC parents
fromShore News Network
2 weeks ago

New York School Director Surrenders to Police in $2 Million Corruption Scandal

Two men indicted for a $2 million HVAC contract scheme involving corrupt practices and a newly formed company.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Local election results deepen Serbia's political crisis DW 06/10/2025

Preliminary results show that the SNS won 27 seats in Zajecar compared to the opposition's 23, and 14 seats to the opposition's 13 in Kosjeric.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Interpol red notice issued for Ghana's former finance minister

Ken Ofori-Atta is under investigation for alleged corruption in relation to multimillion-dollar contracts and a controversial cathedral project, with a red notice issued by Interpol.
UK news
#financial-mismanagement
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
London politics

Fraud culture was 'pervasive' at union, auditors say

A report reveals a "pervasive fraud environment" at Unite, highlighting significant financial mismanagement and corruption in the union's operations.
from48 hills
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

The Parks Alliance, now in financial crisis, has a long and sordid history - 48 hills

The San Francisco Parks Alliance faces serious allegations of financial mismanagement and corruption, leading to city funding cessation and investigations.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Fraud culture was 'pervasive' at union, auditors say

A report reveals a "pervasive fraud environment" at Unite, highlighting significant financial mismanagement and corruption in the union's operations.
from48 hills
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

The Parks Alliance, now in financial crisis, has a long and sordid history - 48 hills

#justice
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Breaking Down the Gripping Ending of Netflix Crime Drama Sara Woman in the Shadows

fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Breaking Down the Gripping Ending of Netflix Crime Drama Sara Woman in the Shadows

fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Kyrgyzstan court sentences ex-leader Atambayev to 11 years in absentia

A court in Kyrgyzstan sentenced former President Almazbek Atambayev in absentia to over 11 years in prison for corruption and participating in mass unrest.
UK news
#federal-investigation
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

San Leandro City Councilmember Notified By Feds He Is Under Investigation, Could Be Indicted

fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

San Leandro City Councilmember Notified By Feds He Is Under Investigation, Could Be Indicted

fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Mongolian PM resigns after losing confidence vote DW 06/03/2025

Oyun-Erdene's resignation follows intense protests over inequality, corruption, and rising living costs, marking a significant political shift in Mongolia.
UK news
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Corruption's Correlation With National Happiness Levels

Happiest countries report lower corruption levels and higher public trust.
Intentionality in establishing anti-corruption cultures is essential for effectiveness.
Anti-corruption training significantly enhances reporting and mitigates corruption.
Social justice
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning Review: Boom and Doom

The McQuarrie Missions critique the post-9/11 intelligence state through Ethan Hunt's struggles against corruption and a controlling AI.
Independent films
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Slovakia's PM slams judge over conviction of central bank boss

The judge's decision raises the question whether it should have served the political aims of the opposition to damage the ruling parties. I cannot shake off the feeling that it is justified to look at potential suspicion that the judge committed multiple criminal acts.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Sentence for ex-Goldman banker in 1MDB case too short': Malaysian minister

Leissner expressed deep regret and apologized to the people of Malaysia during his sentencing, acknowledging his role in the massive corruption scandal.
Law
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

How a Bar Owner in Kyrgyzstan Ended up with $7 Billion in U.S. Defense Contracts

Edelman maintained a veil of secrecy over his personal stake in two defense contracting firms and in his subsequent investments, spending all of my time trying to make sure my name isn't on anything.
US news
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Blasts Corrupt and Weaponized Biden DOJ' While Pardoning Sheriff Convicted in Bribery Scheme

Trump pardons former Virginia sheriff convicted of corruption charges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alabama paid a law firm millions to defend its prisons. It used AI and turned in fake citations

Frankie Johnson endured a harrowing series of violent assaults while incarcerated, highlighting severe safety deficiencies and corruption within Alabama's prison system. His lawsuit seeks justice.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Brazilian meat giant JBS gets closer to listing on the NYSE-despite 'history of corruption'

last fall, 20 environmental organizations-including Mighty Earth, Greenpeace and Rainforest Action Network-signed an open letter to JBS investors opposing the listing, saying it would put the climate at greater risk.
NYC startup
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Seems Like Corruption': Tucker Carlson Criticizes Trump Deal to Build Hotels and Resorts in Gulf

Tucker Carlson highlighted concerns over potential corruption in Trump's Middle East business deals during a discussion on his show.
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