Bushwick pet store owner denies pigeon theft claimsThe co-owner of a Bushwick pet store is accused of trapping pigeons from a local park for sale as hunting targets.
South London gang used Russia-Ukraine war to launder 6m for criminalsA trio was sentenced for laundering money through vehicle sales in the UK to fund operations in Ukraine, turning profits into cryptocurrency.
'Free room for rent,' but there's a catch: Undercover investigation exposes shelter-for-sex ads | CBC NewsShelter-for-sex arrangements are increasingly common online, targeting vulnerable women.
New York Cannabis Farmers and Whistleblowers: Help Expose Cannabis Inversion and Protect Your Industry | stupidDOPENew York's legal cannabis industry is compromised by illegal cannabis inversion, threatening small farmers and independent businesses.
Violence mars Oakland sideshowsIllegal sideshow activities in Oakland led to reckless driving incidents and violence, including a car fire and injuries to a spectator.
South San Francisco police find $300,000 worth of fireworks in storage unitMore than 5,000 pounds of illegal fireworks were discovered in South San Francisco, valued over $300,000.
OPP commissioner defends beefed up border security program | CBC NewsOntario is increasing border security to combat illegal activities and respond to potential U.S. tariffs.A visible police presence is considered a key deterrent to crime along the border.
Violence mars Oakland sideshowsIllegal sideshow activities in Oakland led to reckless driving incidents and violence, including a car fire and injuries to a spectator.
South San Francisco police find $300,000 worth of fireworks in storage unitMore than 5,000 pounds of illegal fireworks were discovered in South San Francisco, valued over $300,000.
OPP commissioner defends beefed up border security program | CBC NewsOntario is increasing border security to combat illegal activities and respond to potential U.S. tariffs.A visible police presence is considered a key deterrent to crime along the border.
Heat's Terry Rozier under federal investigation as part of illegal sports betting probeTerry Rozier is under investigation for potential manipulation related to an illegal sports betting scheme, particularly surrounding a March 2023 game.
Butchered dolphin with its flesh missing is found on New Jersey beachA dolphin was found mutilated on a New Jersey beach, prompting federal investigation for illegal killing under Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Heat's Terry Rozier under federal investigation as part of illegal sports betting probeTerry Rozier is under investigation for potential manipulation related to an illegal sports betting scheme, particularly surrounding a March 2023 game.
Butchered dolphin with its flesh missing is found on New Jersey beachA dolphin was found mutilated on a New Jersey beach, prompting federal investigation for illegal killing under Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Pregnant Chinese women traveled to US to have babies in 'birth tourism' scheme, feds sayA birth tourism scheme by two California residents targeted pregnant Chinese women to obtain U.S. citizenship for their children, leading to criminal convictions.
Educational Byte: Are Privacy Coins Like Monero and Zcash Legal? | HackerNoonPrivacy coins enhance anonymity but also concern regulators over potential illegal use.Legitimate use cases for privacy coins exist, including protection against identity theft.
Free Bird! Bay Ridgeites rescue parrot trapped in smoke shop for three months * Brooklyn PaperNeighbors in Bay Ridge rescued a parrot left alone in a smoke shop for three months after it was closed down for illegal activities.
Fox cub-hunting season leads to nine pets being killed and 22 road accidents'Fox cub hunting persists in England and Wales despite a ban, with numerous cases of hunt havoc reported in recent months.
Free Bird! Bay Ridgeites rescue parrot trapped in smoke shop for three months * Brooklyn PaperNeighbors in Bay Ridge rescued a parrot left alone in a smoke shop for three months after it was closed down for illegal activities.
Fox cub-hunting season leads to nine pets being killed and 22 road accidents'Fox cub hunting persists in England and Wales despite a ban, with numerous cases of hunt havoc reported in recent months.
SF City Attorney Files Lawsuit to Shut Down Tenderloin Corner Stores Raided for Being Gambling DensTwo convenience stores in Tenderloin linked to illegal gambling, firearms, and drug paraphernalia are facing a lawsuit aimed at closing them down.
The New Threat to Brazil's Forests: ChemicalsBrazil is facing a significant environmental crisis with an alarming new technique of chemical deforestation threatening protected forests.
Investigations under way into scores of peat extraction sites as drones capture suspected illegal activitiesThe EPA is investigating illegal peat extraction in Ireland due to unauthorised activities and concerns over environmental impact.
Probe launched as it emerges peat extraction continued on Bord na Mona lands after firm ended productionUnauthorized peat extraction activities are being attributed to outside operators, prompting investigations by the EPA.
Investigations under way into scores of peat extraction sites at bogs as drones capture suspected illegal activitiesThe EPA is investigating widespread illegal peat extraction in Ireland, with large exports indicating a serious regulatory breach.
Investigations under way into scores of peat extraction sites as drones capture suspected illegal activitiesThe EPA is investigating illegal peat extraction in Ireland due to unauthorised activities and concerns over environmental impact.
Probe launched as it emerges peat extraction continued on Bord na Mona lands after firm ended productionUnauthorized peat extraction activities are being attributed to outside operators, prompting investigations by the EPA.
Investigations under way into scores of peat extraction sites at bogs as drones capture suspected illegal activitiesThe EPA is investigating widespread illegal peat extraction in Ireland, with large exports indicating a serious regulatory breach.
Tenant arrested after allegedly turning landlords' former family home 'into cannabis growhouse', RTB tribunal hearsA tenant was arrested after landlords reported their home was illegally converted into a cannabis growhouse.
NYPD raids suspected brothel in Elmhurst as community demands crackdown on Roosevelt Avenue crime - Jackson Heights PostThe NYPD raided a suspected brothel in Elmhurst, reflecting community concerns over rising crime and trafficking in the area.
Calif. desperately tries to curb one of the state's most hated crimesGavin Newsom enacted laws to crack down on sideshows, targeting drivers, spectators, and promoters involved in illegal street activities.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested in France, reports sayPavel Durov, Telegram's CEO, was arrested in Paris amid an investigation into illegal activities on the platform, including drug trafficking and child pornography.
Telegram Revamps Rules to Allow Moderation of Private Chats Following CEO Pavel Durov's ArrestTelegram is shifting its policy on illegal content after CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France for not moderating law-breaking activity.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov charged in France over illegal activity on appPavel Durov faces serious charges related to illegal activities on Telegram, highlighting accountability issues for social media companies.
Free-speech champion or cybercriminal? Here's why French authorities really arrested Telegram billionaire Pavel DurovPavel Durov, Telegram CEO, was arrested in France amid allegations of his platform's involvement in illegal activities, challenging his image as a free speech advocate.
Telegram's Pavel Durov announces new crackdown on illegal content after arrestTelegram is increasing content moderation and compliance with government requests following Pavel Durov's arrest for failing to curb illegal activities.
Telegram says its CEO has 'nothing to hide' after he's arrested in ParisTelegram supports CEO Pavel Durov after his arrest, asserting he has nothing to hide amid serious allegations regarding the platform's moderation practices.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested in France, reports sayPavel Durov, Telegram's CEO, was arrested in Paris amid an investigation into illegal activities on the platform, including drug trafficking and child pornography.
Telegram Revamps Rules to Allow Moderation of Private Chats Following CEO Pavel Durov's ArrestTelegram is shifting its policy on illegal content after CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France for not moderating law-breaking activity.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov charged in France over illegal activity on appPavel Durov faces serious charges related to illegal activities on Telegram, highlighting accountability issues for social media companies.
Free-speech champion or cybercriminal? Here's why French authorities really arrested Telegram billionaire Pavel DurovPavel Durov, Telegram CEO, was arrested in France amid allegations of his platform's involvement in illegal activities, challenging his image as a free speech advocate.
Telegram's Pavel Durov announces new crackdown on illegal content after arrestTelegram is increasing content moderation and compliance with government requests following Pavel Durov's arrest for failing to curb illegal activities.
Telegram says its CEO has 'nothing to hide' after he's arrested in ParisTelegram supports CEO Pavel Durov after his arrest, asserting he has nothing to hide amid serious allegations regarding the platform's moderation practices.
UK Regulator Charges First Individual With Running a Network of Illegal Crypto ATMsThe FCA has charged Olumide Osunkoya for operating illegal crypto ATMs in the UK, marking a significant step in regulating the crypto landscape.
Former New York State government employee charged with acting as undisclosed agent of ChinaFormer NY State official charged with being an undisclosed agent for China, alleging influence within government for Chinese interests.
'bro we're in big trouble' says criminal website owner helping fraudsters scam publicA criminal trio operated an illegal website offering services to steal one-time passwords from unsuspecting bank account holders.
CNN Report Finds Giant, Illegal Marijuana Grows Operating Out of Luxury Homes in AntiochIllicit marijuana grow operations in homes are rising in affluent areas like Antioch, revealing a significant black market issue.
Yemen weapons dealers selling machine-guns on XWeapons dealers in Yemen are openly selling arms on social media X, operating in conjunction with the Houthi rebel group.
Defense Dept. Contractor Arrested With Dozens of Classified DocumentsA Defense Department contractor, Gokhan Gun, was arrested for illegally obtaining and retaining national defense secrets before a trip to Mexico.
UK Regulator FCA Has Issued Over 1K Warnings to Crypto Firms Since OctoberThe FCA issued over 1,000 warnings to unregistered crypto firms for illegal promotions, resulting in the removal of 48 apps from UK app stores.
Chinese police bust illegal crypto ring worth almost $2 billionChinese police uncovered a $1.9 billion USDT underground banking racket in Chengdu, evading China's crypto ban.
Are VPNs Legal To Use?Using VPN for data protection is legal in many countries, but illegal activities through VPN are still prohibited and punishable.
Jurors in Hunter Biden's trial hear from the clerk who sold him the gun at the center of the caseHunter Biden's trial involves charges of lying about drug use while purchasing a gun amidst prosecutors arguing he was in a crack addiction.
Professional footballer who helped supply cocaine and ketamine in south London jailed for 11 yearsA footballer involved in arranging large-scale drug deals in south London has been jailed for eleven years.