Joe Biden's shameless Hunter pardon: Letters to the Editor - Dec. 3, 2024
President Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden raises questions about integrity and fairness in political accountability.
Mexicans blame US for arms trafficking and reject the possibility of foreign agents operating on their territory
Mexicans attribute significant responsibility for arms trafficking to the U.S. while recognizing the deep-rooted issues of corruption and a failing justice system in Mexico.
Joe Biden's shameless Hunter pardon: Letters to the Editor - Dec. 3, 2024
President Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden raises questions about integrity and fairness in political accountability.
Mexicans blame US for arms trafficking and reject the possibility of foreign agents operating on their territory
Mexicans attribute significant responsibility for arms trafficking to the U.S. while recognizing the deep-rooted issues of corruption and a failing justice system in Mexico.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin resigned immediately amid ongoing investigations into her and the mayor's administration.
Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial, what you need to know
Netanyahu's trial could lead to a ten-year prison sentence, amid claims of a politically motivated attack against him.
The Mayor's Week Gets Off to a Rough Start
Mayor Eric Adams faces adversity with his closest adviser under investigation for corruption, impacting his administration's stability.
Eric Adams's Week Gets Off to a Rough Start
Mayor Eric Adams faces significant challenges as his closest adviser resigns amid corruption investigations, raising concerns about his administration's integrity.
Former chief adviser to Eric Adams indicted in $100,000 bribery scheme
A former adviser to New York Mayor Eric Adams is indicted for a bribery scheme involving construction permits and misuse of authority.
Trump Aide Accused of Seeking Bribes to Promote Potential Cabinet Picks
Boris Epshteyn reportedly attempted to solicit payments from candidates for roles in Trump's administration, highlighting concerns of corruption.
Top Adams Aid, Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Resigns
Ingrid Lewis-Martin resigned immediately amid ongoing investigations into her and the mayor's administration.
Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial, what you need to know
Netanyahu's trial could lead to a ten-year prison sentence, amid claims of a politically motivated attack against him.
The Mayor's Week Gets Off to a Rough Start
Mayor Eric Adams faces adversity with his closest adviser under investigation for corruption, impacting his administration's stability.
Eric Adams's Week Gets Off to a Rough Start
Mayor Eric Adams faces significant challenges as his closest adviser resigns amid corruption investigations, raising concerns about his administration's integrity.
Former chief adviser to Eric Adams indicted in $100,000 bribery scheme
A former adviser to New York Mayor Eric Adams is indicted for a bribery scheme involving construction permits and misuse of authority.
Trump Aide Accused of Seeking Bribes to Promote Potential Cabinet Picks
Boris Epshteyn reportedly attempted to solicit payments from candidates for roles in Trump's administration, highlighting concerns of corruption.
The murder of a lawyer exposes alleged prostitution network in Peru's Congress
The murder of lawyer Andrea Vidal Gomez exposes deep corruption and potential human trafficking in Peru's Congress, raising serious concerns about political safety.
Inquiry launched in Peru after alleged prostitution ring uncovered in Congress
A sex-for-votes scandal in Peru's Congress reveals deep corruption and the exploitation of young women, worsening public trust in political institutions.
The murder of a lawyer exposes alleged prostitution network in Peru's Congress
The murder of lawyer Andrea Vidal Gomez exposes deep corruption and potential human trafficking in Peru's Congress, raising serious concerns about political safety.
Inquiry launched in Peru after alleged prostitution ring uncovered in Congress
A sex-for-votes scandal in Peru's Congress reveals deep corruption and the exploitation of young women, worsening public trust in political institutions.
France's highest court upholds corruption conviction of former president Nicolas Sarkozy
Sarkozy's conviction marks a significant moment in French political history, being the first imprisonment of a former president for actions during their presidency.
Top France court upholds Nicolas Sarkozy's corruption conviction
Sarkozy plans to appeal his corruption conviction to the European Court of Human Rights while asserting his innocence.
France's highest court upholds corruption conviction of ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy
Nicolas Sarkozy has been upheld guilty of corruption and influence peddling, facing one year in prison and plans to appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.
France: Sarkozy loses appeal, must wear electronic ankle tag DW 12/18/2024
Nicolas Sarkozy's appeal was rejected, confirming his one-year home confinement sentence for corruption and bribery.
France's top court upholds corruption conviction of Nicolas Sarkozy
Former French president Sarkozy has been convicted of corruption and plans to appeal at the European Court of Human Rights.
Nicolas Sarkozy ordered to wear electronic tag after corruption ruling
France's highest court confirms Sarkozy's corruption sentence, mandated to wear electronic tag for a year, first for a former head of state.
France's highest court upholds corruption conviction of former president Nicolas Sarkozy
Sarkozy's conviction marks a significant moment in French political history, being the first imprisonment of a former president for actions during their presidency.
Top France court upholds Nicolas Sarkozy's corruption conviction
Sarkozy plans to appeal his corruption conviction to the European Court of Human Rights while asserting his innocence.
France's highest court upholds corruption conviction of ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy
Nicolas Sarkozy has been upheld guilty of corruption and influence peddling, facing one year in prison and plans to appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.
France: Sarkozy loses appeal, must wear electronic ankle tag DW 12/18/2024
Nicolas Sarkozy's appeal was rejected, confirming his one-year home confinement sentence for corruption and bribery.
France's top court upholds corruption conviction of Nicolas Sarkozy
Former French president Sarkozy has been convicted of corruption and plans to appeal at the European Court of Human Rights.
Nicolas Sarkozy ordered to wear electronic tag after corruption ruling
France's highest court confirms Sarkozy's corruption sentence, mandated to wear electronic tag for a year, first for a former head of state.
Ex-Adams adviser Ingrid Lewis-Martin expected to surrender Thursday on Manhattan indictment: reports | amNewYork
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a former senior advisor to Mayor Adams, faces corruption charges but maintains her innocence, claiming false accusations.
Exclusive | Adams' top aide Ingrid Lewis-Martin expected to be indicted as probes swirl: sources
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a key aide to Mayor Eric Adams, is expected to be indicted amid ongoing criminal investigations affecting the mayor's administration.
Ex-Adams adviser Ingrid Lewis-Martin expected to surrender Thursday on Manhattan indictment: reports | amNewYork
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a former senior advisor to Mayor Adams, faces corruption charges but maintains her innocence, claiming false accusations.
Exclusive | Adams' top aide Ingrid Lewis-Martin expected to be indicted as probes swirl: sources
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a key aide to Mayor Eric Adams, is expected to be indicted amid ongoing criminal investigations affecting the mayor's administration.
Investigation of Police Courtesy Cards' Finds a 2-Tiered System of Justice
Law enforcement courtesy cards create a two-tiered justice system favoring connected individuals during traffic stops.
Chaos in Bahamas parliament as MP throws ceremonial mace out of window
Corruption in the Bahamian police force sparked chaos in parliament following drug trafficking indictments, revealing systemic issues affecting national integrity.
US ex-detective accused of kidnap and rape found dead on morning of trial
Roger Golubski, a former Kansas police detective accused of major crimes, died before his trial began, believed to be a suicide.
Investigation of Police Courtesy Cards' Finds a 2-Tiered System of Justice
Law enforcement courtesy cards create a two-tiered justice system favoring connected individuals during traffic stops.
Chaos in Bahamas parliament as MP throws ceremonial mace out of window
Corruption in the Bahamian police force sparked chaos in parliament following drug trafficking indictments, revealing systemic issues affecting national integrity.
US ex-detective accused of kidnap and rape found dead on morning of trial
Roger Golubski, a former Kansas police detective accused of major crimes, died before his trial began, believed to be a suicide.
Isabel dos Santos: From Africa's richest woman to dirty money' probe
Isabel dos Santos is facing international sanctions and corruption allegations, which she claims are politically motivated attacks by the Angolan government.
South Korean president fails to appear before corruption watchdog
Yoon Suk Yeol's failure to appear before the corruption watchdog escalates South Korea's political turmoil and legal troubles.
Who is Kim Keon-hee, described as South Korea's Lady Macbeth'?
The South Korean first lady faces corruption charges, contributing to President Yoon Suk-yeol's political downfall amidst calls for investigation and martial law.
South Korean president fails to appear before corruption watchdog
Yoon Suk Yeol's failure to appear before the corruption watchdog escalates South Korea's political turmoil and legal troubles.
Who is Kim Keon-hee, described as South Korea's Lady Macbeth'?
The South Korean first lady faces corruption charges, contributing to President Yoon Suk-yeol's political downfall amidst calls for investigation and martial law.
Supreme Court Rejects Ex-Lt. Gov. of New York's Bid to Dismiss Charges
Brian A. Benjamin, former NY lieutenant governor, facing trial on federal corruption charges after Supreme Court's refusal to dismiss the case.
Assad uncle used Guernsey adviser to secretly manage vast wealth
Rifaat al-Assad secretly managed extensive wealth through a Guernsey consultant, with embezzled funds tied to war crimes and a vast property empire.
Xi Jinping urges party to turn knife inward' to tackle corruption
Xi Jinping emphasizes the importance of internal discipline and anti-corruption to restore trust and consolidate power within the Communist Party.
Monday's Headlines: Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey Hey Edition - Streetsblog New York City
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a top advisor to Mayor Adams, resigned amid corruption investigations, highlighting a conflict in policies surrounding bike lanes in New York City.
The Anti-Sports Personality of the Year awards 2024
Xiangqi faced severe credibility issues following scandals involving player misconduct and match-fixing, shaking the foundations of the sport.
The recent events have exposed deep-rooted problems of corruption within Xiangqi, mirroring wider issues in Chinese sports.
Mauritius issues arrest warrant against former central bank governor
Former central bank governor Harvesh Kumar Seegolam is being investigated for alleged conspiracy to defraud, raising concerns of governmental financial misconduct in Mauritius.
SF City Hall Cancels Contracts With Nonprofit That Had Improper Spending Scandal
City officials found self-dealing by a former director, leading to contract cancellations with a controversial nonprofit to restore integrity in public funding.
Suspect in United Healthcare Shooting Lauded Himself as a Hero in Manifesto, Police Say
The suspect believes he is a hero battling corruption in the health insurance industry, seeing his violent act as justified.
Here are the latest developments.
The assassination of UnitedHealthcare's CEO by Luigi Mangione was perceived by him as a symbolic act against perceived corruption in the healthcare sector.
Oakland FBI probe: What to know about the latest revelations
The Duong family allegedly orchestrated secret payments to influence Oakland's mayoral election, involving substantial sums and a political operative's misconduct.
CNN's Clarissa Ward Stunning Report on Assad's Massive Exotic Supercar Collection Following Syrian Uprising
Bashar al-Assad's extravagant lifestyle during Syria's crisis illustrates deep corruption in his regime, highlighting the socio-economic divide fueling the ongoing conflict.
Former Commerce, Baldwin Park officials plead guilty in sprawling cannabis bribery scheme
Two former Southern California city officials admitted to participating in a cannabis corruption scheme that involved bribery for marijuana business permits.
Kash Patel Is Trump's Scariest Cabinet Appointment Yet
Kash Patel's appointment signals a dangerous trend of loyalty over competence in Trump's administration.
Fill the Swamp?
Trump's appointments reflect a stark departure from his 'Drain the swamp' campaign rhetoric, focusing on filling key roles with lobbyists and insiders.
America Just Failed the Test of Responding to Trump's Politicized Prosecutions - emptywheel
The article outlines the unethical use of prosecutorial power influenced by Trump to target a political adversary based on dubious evidence and methods.
NBC's Chuck Todd Sounds Alarm Over Trump's Tariff Regime' Being a Very Corruptible Part of Government'
Trump's tariff policy is criticized for fostering corruption and giving excessive negotiating power to the executive branch.
Kash Patel Is Trump's Scariest Cabinet Appointment Yet
Kash Patel's appointment signals a dangerous trend of loyalty over competence in Trump's administration.
Fill the Swamp?
Trump's appointments reflect a stark departure from his 'Drain the swamp' campaign rhetoric, focusing on filling key roles with lobbyists and insiders.
America Just Failed the Test of Responding to Trump's Politicized Prosecutions - emptywheel
The article outlines the unethical use of prosecutorial power influenced by Trump to target a political adversary based on dubious evidence and methods.
NBC's Chuck Todd Sounds Alarm Over Trump's Tariff Regime' Being a Very Corruptible Part of Government'
Trump's tariff policy is criticized for fostering corruption and giving excessive negotiating power to the executive branch.
Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was arrested for allegedly siphoning public funds through a kickback scheme involving her staff.
The Biggest Snubs and Surprises of the 2025 Golden Globe Nominations
The Golden Globes prioritize established stars and big productions despite claiming to embrace accountability and modernity.
Rivera sues witness in case accusing ex- congressman of being a secret agent for Venezuela
Hugo Perera's cooperation with federal authorities raises questions about the legality of his prior dealings and the influence of foreign entities on U.S. politics.
The Guy Who Bought (and Ate) That Banana Art Is Actually a Dangerous Criminal
The sale of a banana artwork for $6.2 million exemplifies the intersection of art, wealth, and unethical behavior in the crypto world.
Vietnam court says tycoon must repay embezzled billions to avoid execution
Vietnam upholds death sentence for real estate tycoon Truong My Lan amidst a nationwide crackdown on corruption.
Vietnam tycoon told to repay $11 billion to avoid execution
Truong My Lan faces execution unless she repays $11 billion embezzled from a bank, highlighting Vietnam's zero-tolerance for high-level corruption.
A Vietnamese tycoon is scrambling to raise $9B to avoid execution
Truong My Lan's appeal against a death sentence was rejected as she aims to raise $9 billion to avoid execution.
Vietnam upholds tycoon's death sentence in major fraud case DW 12/03/2024
Truong My Lan was sentenced to death for her involvement in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case.
Vietnam tycoon loses death penalty appeal in $27 billion fraud but court says it could spare her life if she returns 3/4 of stolen assets
Truong My Lan faces the death penalty for a $27 billion fraud unless she repays three quarters of the embezzled funds to potentially reduce her sentence.
Vietnam court says tycoon must repay embezzled billions to avoid execution
Vietnam upholds death sentence for real estate tycoon Truong My Lan amidst a nationwide crackdown on corruption.
Vietnam tycoon told to repay $11 billion to avoid execution
Truong My Lan faces execution unless she repays $11 billion embezzled from a bank, highlighting Vietnam's zero-tolerance for high-level corruption.
A Vietnamese tycoon is scrambling to raise $9B to avoid execution
Truong My Lan's appeal against a death sentence was rejected as she aims to raise $9 billion to avoid execution.
Vietnam upholds tycoon's death sentence in major fraud case DW 12/03/2024
Truong My Lan was sentenced to death for her involvement in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case.
Vietnam tycoon loses death penalty appeal in $27 billion fraud but court says it could spare her life if she returns 3/4 of stolen assets
Truong My Lan faces the death penalty for a $27 billion fraud unless she repays three quarters of the embezzled funds to potentially reduce her sentence.