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🇪🇸 El País
World

Three issues about Iran: a country not so religious and with a long history of feminist struggle

The article discusses misconceptions about Iran, examining its religious landscape and the country's feminist movements amid increased global interest due to current conflicts.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The porous relationship between Ayuso and Quirón: the night a senior executive of the group closed a venue to dine with her in León

Isabel Díaz Ayuso had a private dinner with Quirón executive Fernando Camino in León, which raises questions about conflicts of interest amid significant debt payments to the group by the Community of Madrid.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

12 multi-home Blue House aides also sell their homes... President Yoon: "Stability in housing prices is tied to the fate of the administration"

President Yoon's directive for aides with multiple homes to sell their properties addresses conflicts of interest and aims to bolster the credibility of the government's housing policies.

Mar 22 • 11:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Anna Kontula's company can conduct investigative activities - this is how she explains the matter to HS

Finnish MP Anna Kontula explains the diverse operations of her company, Kontula Bisnes, which includes investigative services, sparking questions about potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Florida: Ron DeSantis announced a proposal to increase accountability and transparency in Congressional stock trading operations

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency in stock trading by members of Congress, amid concerns over potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Forget skyscrapers, look for hidden treasures. A guide to safe purchasing abroad

The article discusses the shift in Czech investments in foreign real estate, particularly in the wake of escalating conflicts in the Middle East affecting interest in properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Mar 21 • 08:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Government sees Ángel Escribano's continuity as unsustainable: "How can he continue in an Indra that needs a new strategic plan without his company?"

The Spanish government believes that Ángel Escribano should resign as president of Indra due to conflicts of interest after he withdrew the proposal to merge with his family company.

Mar 20 • 21:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"We brought it up in our business circles." Transparency criticizes the city for selecting a related company for the reconstruction of a monument

The city of Znojmo has faced criticism from Transparency for choosing a connected company to undertake the reconstruction of a historical site, a decision that raises concerns about transparency and conflicts of interest.

Mar 19 • 19:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits face double whammy of energy and rates hikes from 'Trumpflation' fall-out

British households are facing a dual crisis with rising energy bills and interest rates due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East, termed 'Trumpflation.'

Mar 19 • 16:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

BoE delivers message Britons don’t want to hear as inflation – and rates – look set to rise

The Bank of England warns that rising inflation and interest rates are expected due to external pressures from conflicts involving the US and Israel, impacting the UK's economic outlook.

Mar 19 • 12:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Battle for the Presidency of Indra Now Moves to a Board with Major Shareholders at Odds

The power struggle over the presidency of Indra intensifies as the main shareholders confront each other over leadership and potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 19 • 11:56 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Dismissed board members of 'Latvijas valsts mežu' are appointed as directors without a competition

Former board members of 'Latvijas valsts mežu' have been appointed to directorial positions without competitive bidding, raising concerns about internal conflicts of interest.

Mar 19 • 11:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Dismissed members of 'Latvijas valsts meži' board are appointed to executive positions without a competition

Several dismissed board members of 'Latvijas valsts meži' have been appointed to director roles without a competitive process, raising concerns about internal practices and conflicts of interest.

Mar 19 • 11:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

US Federal Reserve Maintains Forecast for One More Rate Cut, but Concerns Over Rate Hike if War Prolongs

The US Federal Reserve has kept its current interest rate steady at 3.50–3.75% and forecasts one more rate cut this year, but concerns arise regarding the implications of prolonged conflicts in the Middle East on economic stability.

Mar 19 • 05:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The pace of Selic cuts will be 0.25 points per meeting, say analysts

Analysts predict that Brazil's central bank will reduce interest rates by 0.25 percentage points per meeting due to economic uncertainties stemming from Middle Eastern conflicts.

Mar 18 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Acre Newspaper 2nd edition this Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Brazil's news coverage includes a police operation in Rio leading to several fatalities, the US maintaining interest rates amidst Middle Eastern conflicts, and various incidents of violence in urban areas.

Mar 18 • 18:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Map of Councilors' Connections with Municipal Positions: "Formally Legal, Ethically Dubious"

A new website highlights potential conflicts of interest by mapping councilors who are employed in municipal companies, sparking concerns about public transparency.

Mar 18 • 17:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

At least 144 police officers have joined law firms after retirement over the past 6 years... The Citizens' Coalition for Economic Justice raises concerns about the fairness of investigations.

The increasing trend of police officers joining law firms after retirement raises concerns about possible conflicts of interest.

Mar 18 • 05:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Conservatives request the Anti-Corruption Commission to investigate A. Gedvilo's ties to the fuel business

Lithuanian conservatives have asked the Anti-Corruption Commission to investigate potential conflicts of interest related to parliament member A. Gedvilas and his involvement with the fuel company 'Jozita'.

Mar 17 • 09:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Conflicts of interest, information leaks, sexual violence… When magistrates cross the red line

The number of disciplinary procedures against French magistrates has significantly increased since 2021, reflecting tensions within the judiciary, especially following the tenure of Éric Dupond-Moretti as Minister of Justice.

Mar 17 • 05:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

VTEK will decide how to proceed regarding the Prime Minister's trips to Italy and the Vatican

The ethics commission is set to review the Prime Minister's travel arrangements following a request related to potential conflicts of interest involving her family.

Mar 17 • 04:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

War and research raise uncertainty in the economy

Economic forecasts for Brazil in 2026 are now more uncertain due to expectations of slower interest rate cuts amid inflation concerns linked to recent conflicts involving the U.S. and Israel.

Mar 17 • 01:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Expanded Complaint Against Adorni and Request to Investigate Contracts of His Wife's Consultancy

National Deputy Marcela Pagano has expanded a criminal complaint against Chief of Cabinet Manuel Adorni, requesting an investigation into potential conflicts of interest related to his wife's consultancy contracts.

Mar 16 • 21:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Australia news live: Chris Bowen says petrol reserves won’t ease shortages straight away; RBA tipped to hike rates

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to raise interest rates further due to ongoing inflation and rising energy prices caused by global conflicts.

Mar 16 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Economists raise inflation forecast to the highest level this year and expect smaller Selic cut

Brazilian economists have increased their inflation forecast to the highest level of the year, while anticipating a smaller cut in the Selic interest rate following regional conflicts.

Mar 16 • 12:20 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

War for Honor or Interest? Why Greece Has No Reason to Be Afraid

The article discusses the historical context of why states go to war, particularly focusing on Greece's perspective regarding potential conflicts involving Iran.

Mar 15 • 05:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Citadele Economist: Raising Interest Rates Now Would Push the Eurozone Economy into a Downturn

Citadele economist Aleksandras Izgorodinas argues that raising interest rates in the fragile European economy amid slow wage growth could be detrimental, particularly in the context of increased inflation risks due to global conflicts.

Mar 14 • 10:17 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE BANK CONFIRMS: No Shock for Homeowners Seems in Sight

Despite the potential rise in Euribor rates due to Middle East conflicts, SEB Bank believes the impact on homeowners will be modest, with no mass fixing of interest rates seen currently.

Mar 13 • 11:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Contracts with Public TV of the producer who is a friend of Manuel Adorni with whom he traveled to Punta del Este

Marcelo Grandio, a journalist and friend of Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni, founded a production company that has contracts with Argentina's Public TV.

Mar 12 • 19:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Conflicts of Interest: When the Norm is Not Enough

A recent public debate in Argentina has arisen over a government contract awarded to a company run by a minister's wife, raising concerns about impartiality in public procurement.

Mar 12 • 11:22 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

After Review - Fjordell (S) Resigns: "Do Not Want to Harm the Company"

Jan Fjordell has resigned from his positions at PGM after being criticized for conflicts of interest regarding contracts at Tekniska verken.

Mar 12 • 10:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Lawyer from the USA: Trump may be in a conflict of interest, we lack modern laws

A US lawyer discusses potential conflicts of interest surrounding Donald Trump and the need for modern legal frameworks.

Mar 12 • 04:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Wave of Vacations in the Supreme Audit Office after Change of Power. Spokesperson Marian Banaś to Join State Company

The article discusses significant personnel and structural changes within Poland's Supreme Audit Office following the end of Marian Banaś's presidency, including ethical concerns and conflicts of interest arising from the return of auditors to their roles.

Mar 12 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Toffoli declares himself suspicious to judge decision that led to Vorcaro's imprisonment

Minister Dias Toffoli of the Brazilian Supreme Court has declared himself suspicious to analyze a decision regarding the imprisonment of Daniel Vorcaro, citing potential conflicts of interest related to an investigation into Banco Master.

Mar 11 • 23:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The National Court endorses the appointment of Mariano Bacigalupo as a counselor of the CNMV

The National Court of Spain has confirmed the appointment of Mariano Bacigalupo as a counselor of the CNMV, dismissing concerns about his qualifications and potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 10 • 12:08 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Kaliňák's (in)secure acquaintances: In a normal country, the minister would pack his bags

This article discusses the controversies surrounding Slovak Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák, who is under scrutiny for financial ties to arms dealer Michal Strnad and potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 10 • 09:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

TVN has changed owners. Earlier, Trump made a significant move. In the background, a conflict of interest?

The article discusses recent financial activities of former President Donald Trump, specifically his purchase of bonds, in the context of potential conflicts of interest related to media ownership.

Mar 10 • 07:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: Over 500 politicians enjoy the lavish benefits of the S-group – Professor comments on conflict of interest

Over 500 local politicians in Finland receive significant benefits through positions held within the S-group, raising concerns over potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 9 • 07:02 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Attorney General of the Ministry of Justice to the Supreme Court: The case of the military prosecutor should be transferred to the State Attorney

The Israeli Attorney General Yaal Kutik has informed the Supreme Court that the investigation of former Chief Military Prosecutor Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi should be moved to State Attorney Amit Isman due to potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 8 • 18:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

CONSCIOUS RISKS? ⟩ The tense war situation in the Middle East has not reduced Estonians' interest in travel. Travel organizers: There is no wave of cancellations

Estonians continue to show strong interest in traveling to the Middle East despite ongoing conflicts in the region, according to local travel organizers.

Mar 7 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Jillian Segal’s office hand-picked candidate to assess controversial university antisemitism report card

Jillian Segal appointed Greg Craven to assess a report on antisemitism at Australian universities after no firms responded to an open tender due to conflicts of interest.

Mar 6 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Nordio studies a law against the De Raho cases

Italian Minister Nordio proposes a law to address potential conflicts of interest involving former magistrates now serving in parliament in relation to anti-mafia investigations.

Mar 5 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"I can’t influence the payments, neither can the Prime Minister." Vojtěch denies conflict of interest with Babiš’s clinics

Czech Health Minister Vojtěch defends his non-involvement in potential conflicts of interest regarding Prime Minister Babiš's private clinics amid questions about the financial aspects of their operations.

Mar 5 • 08:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Another Cassation judge recused himself from the case to decide whether the mansion in Pilar attributed to Pablo Toviggino is investigated in Zárate-Campana or in CABA

Judge Daniel Petrone recused himself from voting in a case determining the jurisdiction over a mansion linked to AFA treasurer Pablo Toviggino due to potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 3 • 20:17 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Kiruna Municipality Cancels Record-Expensive Procurement of Director

Kiruna Municipality has canceled a costly procurement process for an associate municipal director following concerns over conflicts of interest and a short bidding period.

Mar 3 • 16:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Ministry of Agriculture changes the representative of the LVM shareholder

The Latvian Ministry of Agriculture has replaced the representative of the state forest company LVM to eliminate potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 2 • 10:42 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to Require Politicians to Declare All Held Shares and Valid Transactions

A Lithuanian politician has proposed amendments to the Law on the Coordination of Public and Private Interests aiming to broaden the scope of declarations required from politicians to prevent conflicts of interest.

Mar 1 • 11:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Iranian chancellor speaks of desire for de-escalation, denies ability to hit the US, and claims that the supreme leader is alive

Iran's foreign minister expresses interest in de-escalation of conflicts while affirming the supreme leader's well-being amidst ongoing military tensions with the US and Israel.

Feb 28 • 14:59 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Here are the consultant's double roles that LKAB criticizes

LKAB has raised concerns over consultant Jan Fjordell's dual roles, leading to a request for an investigation into potential conflicts of interest in his work with Tekniska verken.

Feb 27 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Scientists dismantle a study used for recovering the capture of songbirds

Scientists critically reassess a controversial study on songbird capture methodologies published in 'Ecological Indicators' which has been criticized for significant flaws and conflicts of interest.

Feb 27 • 14:16 UTC

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