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Whistleblowers Paint Picture Of Violence At New Folsom Prison | KQED

California prison faces scrutiny from KQED investigation revealing a culture of silence and abuse among staff, leading to serious consequences for incarcerated individuals.
#investigation

Adidas Ousts Two Employees In China Corruption Investigation

Adidas investigated corruption allegations in China, resulting in the dismissal of two employees following findings of violation of the company's code of conduct.

BONUS: "More Work to be Done" | S2: New Folsom | KQED

The episode reveals new findings from an investigation into two whistleblowers at New Folsom Prison, highlighting significant developments in California's prison system.

Adidas Ousts Two Employees In China Corruption Investigation

Adidas investigated corruption allegations in China, resulting in the dismissal of two employees following findings of violation of the company's code of conduct.

BONUS: "More Work to be Done" | S2: New Folsom | KQED

The episode reveals new findings from an investigation into two whistleblowers at New Folsom Prison, highlighting significant developments in California's prison system.
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#national-security

Even the National Intelligence Director Admits Government Secrecy Is a Problem

Government secrecy undermines democracy by restricting vital information sharing, with a large percentage of information classified improperly.

Mark Zaid Advises Liz Cheney Leave US for Trump Inauguration

Potential targets of Trump's retribution may need to leave the country post-inauguration for safety.

Even the National Intelligence Director Admits Government Secrecy Is a Problem

Government secrecy undermines democracy by restricting vital information sharing, with a large percentage of information classified improperly.

Mark Zaid Advises Liz Cheney Leave US for Trump Inauguration

Potential targets of Trump's retribution may need to leave the country post-inauguration for safety.
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#press-freedom

Under Project 2025, Journalists and Sources Would Face Spying and Prosecution

Press freedom in the U.S. has dramatically declined, particularly with the use of the Espionage Act against journalists and whistleblowers.

How could Donald Trump actually go after the media? - Poynter

Donald Trump may take aggressive actions against the press, including influencing regulations, targeting journalists, and using sedition laws against leakers.

Under Project 2025, Journalists and Sources Would Face Spying and Prosecution

Press freedom in the U.S. has dramatically declined, particularly with the use of the Espionage Act against journalists and whistleblowers.

How could Donald Trump actually go after the media? - Poynter

Donald Trump may take aggressive actions against the press, including influencing regulations, targeting journalists, and using sedition laws against leakers.
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#ufos

Secret Pentagon program 'mastered' anti-gravity, whistleblowers claim

Joe Rogan fears societal implications if the U.S. military's mastery of alien anti-gravity technology is confirmed.

Secret Pentagon UFO program 'Immaculate Constellation' named in leak

A secretive Pentagon UFO program, 'Immaculate Constellation', reportedly exists without Congressional oversight, allegedly to manage high-quality UFO data.

Secret Pentagon program 'mastered' anti-gravity, whistleblowers claim

Joe Rogan fears societal implications if the U.S. military's mastery of alien anti-gravity technology is confirmed.

Secret Pentagon UFO program 'Immaculate Constellation' named in leak

A secretive Pentagon UFO program, 'Immaculate Constellation', reportedly exists without Congressional oversight, allegedly to manage high-quality UFO data.
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Opinion | A Reporter's Shield Law Is Vital to Prevent Abuses of Power

The federal government currently lacks protections for journalists' sources, which undermines the role of the press in exposing government misconduct.
#julian-assange

Julian Assange says he chose freedom over unrealisable justice'

Julian Assange prioritized freedom over justice, stating existing legal protections for journalists are ineffective.
Assange emphasized the urgent need for European lawmakers to safeguard freedom of expression.

Julian Assange: new play about WikiLeaks founder's life to debut in 2025

The new play 'Truth' explores Julian Assange's life to highlight freedom of information and the treatment of whistleblowers.

Julian Assange says he chose freedom over unrealisable justice'

Julian Assange prioritized freedom over justice, stating existing legal protections for journalists are ineffective.
Assange emphasized the urgent need for European lawmakers to safeguard freedom of expression.

Julian Assange: new play about WikiLeaks founder's life to debut in 2025

The new play 'Truth' explores Julian Assange's life to highlight freedom of information and the treatment of whistleblowers.
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#post-office

Post Office boss Nick Read 'inadequate, greedy and self-interested', whistleblowers tell inquiry | Computer Weekly

Nick Read's leadership has significantly eroded trust in the Post Office amidst ongoing scandals and staff frustration.

Post Office lied and threatened BBC over programme exposing Horizon scandal, says broadcaster UK politics live

The Post Office threatened and lied to the BBC ahead of a Panorama programme exposing the scandal involving Horizon whistleblowers.
Post Office lawyers sent intimidating letters to experts interviewed for the programme and threatened to sue Panorama.
The Post Office scandal, described as one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in UK history, resulted in false accusations and criminal convictions for thousands of post office operators.

Post Office boss Nick Read 'inadequate, greedy and self-interested', whistleblowers tell inquiry | Computer Weekly

Nick Read's leadership has significantly eroded trust in the Post Office amidst ongoing scandals and staff frustration.

Post Office lied and threatened BBC over programme exposing Horizon scandal, says broadcaster UK politics live

The Post Office threatened and lied to the BBC ahead of a Panorama programme exposing the scandal involving Horizon whistleblowers.
Post Office lawyers sent intimidating letters to experts interviewed for the programme and threatened to sue Panorama.
The Post Office scandal, described as one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in UK history, resulted in false accusations and criminal convictions for thousands of post office operators.
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Relay Might Be the Next Great Corporate Espionage Thriller

The film 'Relay' creatively uses a telecom relay service to enhance suspense in a corporate espionage thriller.

African whistleblowers at risk DW 09/02/2024

Whistleblowers face serious risks in Africa, often lacking protections, leading to potential harm or death for those who expose corruption.
#ethics

OpenAI Insiders Warn of a Reckless' Race for Dominance

OpenAI insiders blowing the whistle on culture of recklessness and secrecy at the company.

The Psychic Wounds of Being a Whistleblower

The book 'The Occasional Human Sacrifice' focuses on medical-research scandals and the struggles of those who uncover them.

OpenAI Insiders Warn of a Reckless' Race for Dominance

OpenAI insiders blowing the whistle on culture of recklessness and secrecy at the company.

The Psychic Wounds of Being a Whistleblower

The book 'The Occasional Human Sacrifice' focuses on medical-research scandals and the struggles of those who uncover them.
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#retaliation

Boeing bosses accused of strip mining' company for profit in Senate hearing

The CEO of Boeing acknowledges issues with safety, quality, and retaliation against whistleblowers.

Exclusive | NYC school staffers claim they're being forced out of their jobs after sounding alarm on 'rampant antisemitism'

A pair of school staff facing retaliation for reporting antisemitism and hate speech.
Allegations include a teacher being called 'dirty Jew,' anti-Jewish and anti-LGBTQ hate at the school, and subsequent retaliation by the Department of Education.

Boeing bosses accused of strip mining' company for profit in Senate hearing

The CEO of Boeing acknowledges issues with safety, quality, and retaliation against whistleblowers.

Exclusive | NYC school staffers claim they're being forced out of their jobs after sounding alarm on 'rampant antisemitism'

A pair of school staff facing retaliation for reporting antisemitism and hate speech.
Allegations include a teacher being called 'dirty Jew,' anti-Jewish and anti-LGBTQ hate at the school, and subsequent retaliation by the Department of Education.
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#research-integrity

Star USC scientist faces scrutiny retracted papers and a paused drug trial

Whistleblowers raised concerns about a USC neuroscientist's research integrity and a stroke treatment's safety, leading to NIH pausing clinical trials.

Star USC scientist faces scrutiny - retracted papers and a paused drug trial

NIH paused trials for stroke drug by USC neuroscientist due to integrity concerns.

Star USC scientist faces scrutiny retracted papers and a paused drug trial

Whistleblowers raised concerns about a USC neuroscientist's research integrity and a stroke treatment's safety, leading to NIH pausing clinical trials.

Star USC scientist faces scrutiny - retracted papers and a paused drug trial

NIH paused trials for stroke drug by USC neuroscientist due to integrity concerns.
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'A surgeon left a medical specimen bag inside me after hernia op'

Surgeons work collaboratively in teams, continuously monitoring outcomes and taking immediate action to improve when care falls short of high standards.

Justice Dept. finds Boeing violated terms of anti-fraud settlement

Boeing violated settlement terms by failing to comply with anti-fraud laws, risking prosecution for federal criminal violations.

Johnny Mercer challenging order to hand over whistleblower names

Johnny Mercer resists order to hand over names of whistleblowers in Afghanistan inquiry.
Chairman threatens potential prison sentence if Johnny Mercer does not comply with order.

GOP probes Justice Department on Biden whistleblowers

Republicans demand DOJ documents on whistleblowers investigation
Whistleblowers allege DOJ favored treatment in Hunter Biden tax probe

Whistleblowers are calling out AI's flaws

Tech whistleblowers raising concerns over generative AI safety and readiness.
Microsoft's AI image generator creating inappropriate content prompts pushback.
#sexual-harassment

MPs call for ban on non-disclosure cover-ups' for sexual harassment cases

Non-disclosure agreements in sexual harassment cases should be banned in the City of London.
Stronger protection for whistleblowers and transparency in salary histories are needed in the financial sector.

The Guardian view on online child protection: the web needs more health and safety | Editorial

Whistleblowers have played a vital role in revealing the harmful effects of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
Meta is facing a lawsuit for failing to report or detect online sex trafficking of children and for enabling adult predators to message and groom children.

MPs call for ban on non-disclosure cover-ups' for sexual harassment cases

Non-disclosure agreements in sexual harassment cases should be banned in the City of London.
Stronger protection for whistleblowers and transparency in salary histories are needed in the financial sector.

The Guardian view on online child protection: the web needs more health and safety | Editorial

Whistleblowers have played a vital role in revealing the harmful effects of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
Meta is facing a lawsuit for failing to report or detect online sex trafficking of children and for enabling adult predators to message and groom children.
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#inspector-general

County watchdog urges disbanding of sheriff's 'aggressive' Risk Management Bureau

Oversight officials urge disbanding Sheriff's Department bureau
Bureau accused of silencing whistleblowers and downplaying misconduct

EXCLUSIVE: Government Watchdog Auditing Biden Cabinet Agency After Allegations Of Remote Work Abuse

The Department of Transportation's inspector general has agreed to audit the agency's remote work policies after allegations of abuse.

County watchdog urges disbanding of sheriff's 'aggressive' Risk Management Bureau

Oversight officials urge disbanding Sheriff's Department bureau
Bureau accused of silencing whistleblowers and downplaying misconduct

EXCLUSIVE: Government Watchdog Auditing Biden Cabinet Agency After Allegations Of Remote Work Abuse

The Department of Transportation's inspector general has agreed to audit the agency's remote work policies after allegations of abuse.
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Sadiq Khan tells passengers on crisis-hit Central Line: Make sure to get refunds for delays

Mayor thanks whistleblowers
Issues raised with TfL commissioner

Is Slovakia on a fast track to illiberalism? DW 01/15/2024

Robert Fico, who returned to power in Slovakia, is pushing fast-track changes to the justice system that many fear pose a threat to the rule of law.
The planned changes would scrap the special prosecutor's office, limit protection for whistleblowers, and reduce sentences for financial crimes.
#ai-ethics

Employees claim OpenAI, Google ignoring risks of AI - and should give them 'right to warn' public

Tech giants racing towards dangerous AI without proper oversight, whistleblower concerns.

This Week in AI: Ex-OpenAI staff call for safety and transparency | TechCrunch

Trouble brewing for OpenAI with safety concerns raised by former employees.

Employees claim OpenAI, Google ignoring risks of AI - and should give them 'right to warn' public

Tech giants racing towards dangerous AI without proper oversight, whistleblower concerns.

This Week in AI: Ex-OpenAI staff call for safety and transparency | TechCrunch

Trouble brewing for OpenAI with safety concerns raised by former employees.
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OpenAI and Google DeepMind workers warn of AI industry risks in open letter

Increased protections for whistleblowers are needed in the AI industry to ensure safety oversight and transparency.
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