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fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Truck drivers, doctors and bakers: ordinary Yemenis turn to veteran journalist when justice fails

Fatehi Bin Lazreq used social media to expose military corruption, resulting in the resolution of gas tanker bribes in Yemen.
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Cancel Culture Isn't Going Anywhere - Here's How Smart Leaders Respond | Entrepreneur

Leaders must navigate public expectations and the threat of cancel culture with clarity and confidence.
#water-regulation
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Zuckerberg and Meta officers settle claim they lost company billions by violating privacy laws

Meta Platforms directors and officers have settled an $8 billion privacy violation lawsuit with shareholders.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Fox & Friends Warns Trump to Address Jeffrey Epstein Story

President Trump is cautioned against ignoring the Jeffrey Epstein story and is urged to provide clarity and transparency.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Sheriff Corpus puts critic on leave

Sgt. Joe Fava was placed on leave after raising concerns about mishandled Internal Affairs investigations by Sheriff Christina Corpus.
US politics
fromKqed
1 month ago

Trial Begins for Ex-Rohnert Park Officer Accused of Seizing Marijuana From Drivers | KQED

The government is beginning to hold officers accountable for unlawful activities.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Department writes to data watchdog over alleged 'significant data breach' at Arts Council

"At a recent meeting of the Dáil's Public Accounts Committee, the council said it 'greatly regrets' the money spent on the IT system, which was abandoned last year."
Arts
#san-mateo-county
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Lindsey Graham Thinks It Should Be Illegal To Identify ICE Agents - Above the Law

Using apparently completely made-up stats about "increases" in "attacks" on ICE agents, ICE's enablers justify the complete erasure of public accountability.
Privacy professionals
Non-profit organizations
fromPoynter
2 months ago

As threats grow, fact-checkers double down on standards, IFCN report finds - Poynter

The surge in applications to the International Fact-Checking Network reflects a strong global demand for credible information.
Fact-checking organizations are committed to public accountability amid challenges like legal threats and budget constraints.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donegal woman waives anonymity to name cousin who sexually assaulted her during sleepover

Louise McMenamin, a courageous young woman from Co Donegal, made the brave decision to waive her anonymity, allowing her cousin Joseph McGinty to be named in court after his 15-month jail sentence for sexually assaulting her.
UK news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Mateo County board to consider launching removal process for Sheriff Corpus

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors may begin removal procedures against Sheriff Christina Corpus following allegations of misconduct, triggering a formal intervention process.
SF politics
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Harvey Weinstein's new trial is almost over. It could be a litmus test for #MeToo

Weinstein's ongoing trial highlights the changing climate of sexual assault allegations and accountability since the rise of the #MeToo movement.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

National Gallery 'very sorry' 125,000 X-ray device is still not in use eight years after it was bought

The gallery director, Dr. Caroline Campbell, stated that weaknesses in project management were significantly to blame for the X-ray machine not being operational since its purchase.
Arts
#journalism
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Walters deserves readers' thanks for his perspective

"Thank you, and keep up the good work. Walters should be thanked for shedding light on the hidden, unsavory, inappropriate and often corrupt practices of our elected officials."
US politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Rushing NY's budget with 'message of necessity' only emboldens Hochul's, Dems' bloat

Gov. Hochul's budget process lacks transparency and hinders legislative review before voting.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: Our politicians should take a stand and stop tip-toeing around Kneecap

Tánaiste Simon Harris swiftly intervened to provide cover for the Belfast band amid a controversy, instead of allowing them to handle the situation independently.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

The Irish Independent's View: Passing the housing issue around won't absolve political leaders of responsibility

In public office you are every bit as accountable for what you have not done as for what you have. One may be adept at dodging responsibilities, but avoiding the consequences is trickier.
UK politics
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Drink-drive London council boss given 88,000 golden goodbye' after crash scandal

Dosunmu's resignation and subsequent settlement has raised public outcry over accountability and misuse of taxpayers' funds.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Margaret Aspinall's plea to PM over Hillsborough law

Margaret Aspinall urges for a comprehensive Hillsborough law without dilution.
Sir Keir Starmer must prioritize delivering a strong Hillsborough Law promptly.
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