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🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

This Day in History. Risky Transactions Lead Baring Bank to Bankruptcy

The Baring Bank's downfall was precipitated by risky derivative transactions managed by Nick Leeson, highlighting vulnerabilities in the financial system.

Feb 26 • 06:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 'could leave UK for surprising country' after downfall

Prince Andrew may consider relocating abroad after his recent scandals and loss of royal status.

Feb 26 • 06:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The last phrase spoken by Nero in his life: 'Qualis artifex pereo'

Nero's last words, "Qualis artifex pereo," reflect his artistic ego and tragic downfall as he fled from Rome amidst political turmoil.

Feb 26 • 01:22 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

What is known about the possible successor of 'El Mencho', according to New York Post

Authorities in Mexico raise questions about the potential successor to Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as 'El Mencho', following his reported downfall, with speculation focusing on Juan Carlos Valencia González.

Feb 25 • 17:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

What is known about the illness that “El Mencho” suffered before his downfall in Jalisco

The article discusses the health issues of Nemesio Oseguera Cervante, known as “El Mencho,” particularly regarding his renal disease discovered after his death in Mexico.

Feb 25 • 16:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ayuso on Yolanda Díaz's Withdrawal from the General Elections: 'All I Ask Is That She Hurries Up and Joins the PSOE and Completes its Downfall'

Isabel Díaz Ayuso criticized Yolanda Díaz's decision to withdraw from the upcoming general elections, suggesting she hurry to join the PSOE to contribute to its decline.

Feb 25 • 14:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

El Mencho: The Chronicle of Poor Communication of a Major Downfall

The article discusses the significant media impact and public reaction surrounding the capture and subsequent death of 'El Mencho', a notorious Mexican drug lord.

Feb 25 • 07:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Trump Attributes the Fall of Mencho to the United States

Trump claims credit for the downfall of cartel leader Mencho, asserting that large parts of Mexico are controlled by drug cartels.

Feb 25 • 04:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The sad downfall of Samid

Alberto Samid, a prominent Argentine meat entrepreneur, has been declared bankrupt following a court ruling due to his inability to reach an agreement with creditors in a preventive bankruptcy initiated in 2022.

Feb 25 • 03:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Mexican influencer denies ties to the downfall of 'El Mencho' in Jalisco

Digital content creator María Julisa has denied any involvement in the downfall of the drug lord ‘El Mencho’ after an alleged audio threatening her surfaced online.

Feb 24 • 20:02 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

El Mencho and the bosses betrayed by love: how lovers and secret relationships have led to the capture of super fugitives

Investigations into high-profile fugitives have been significantly driven by romantic relationships, revealing how connections with partners can lead to the downfall of drug lords and mafia bosses, including the recent case of El Mencho.

Feb 24 • 17:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Famous lawyer from Poznań faces disciplinary court. 'Her pursuit of money led to her downfall'

Iwona S.-J., a well-known lawyer in Poznań, is facing disciplinary charges related to professional misconduct amidst allegations from clients regarding her financial practices and lack of communication.

Feb 24 • 11:16 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

International Cooperation Against Narcoterrorists

The downfall of El Mencho marks a significant turning point in Mexico's recent public security history by indicating a strengthened stance against drug cartels by the Mexican government.

Feb 24 • 08:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Coronation Street Star Teases Jodie's Downfall as Villain 'Exposed'

Julia Goulding hints at an impending downfall for her character's sister, Jodie Ramsey, whose manipulative schemes are coming to light.

Feb 24 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

'Mencho', like Paris and Helena of Troy: the narco's girlfriend 'discovered' his hideout to federal forces

The narco leader 'Mencho' was targeted by Mexican federal forces after intelligence indicated he was meeting with his girlfriend, drawing parallels to historical figures whose romantic entanglements led to their downfall.

Feb 23 • 21:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mandelson’s downfall is one of the fastest ever seen in British public life

Peter Mandelson, once a prominent figure in UK diplomacy, faces a dramatic downfall following his arrest connected to past associations with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 • 20:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

The Fall of the Castles: How the Drug Cartel Emperors in Mexico Have Fallen?

The article discusses the recent downfall of major drug cartel leaders in Mexico, focusing on the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho.'

Feb 23 • 16:40 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Resorted to extensive acts of revenge after the fall of the crime lord

The article reports on the violent consequences following the downfall of a major crime figure in Iceland.

Feb 23 • 07:48 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Voices from Tehran divided on war: 'It scares us, but it can bring down the mullahs'

The article portrays the mixed feelings of Tehran residents about the prospect of war, suggesting it may lead to the downfall of the current regime.

Feb 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

The 'strange and disturbing' era that preceded the downfall of ex-president Yoon

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for leading an insurrection, reflecting a dramatic fall from grace.

Feb 21 • 02:50 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Crimes against Ukrainian children could lead to Putin's downfall

The article highlights the alarming trend of Ukrainian children being kidnapped amidst Russia's warfare, illustrating this through four critical cases.

Feb 20 • 18:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Shakespeare for the Poor

The article discusses the downfall of Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, comparing it to Shakespeare's representation of tragic characters.

Feb 19 • 16:50 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Iranian Opposition: With the Help of the USA, It Can Be the End of the Regime in Iran

Iranian opposition activist Vahid Beheshti believes a U.S. attack on Iran is inevitable and sees it as a catalyst for the downfall of the current regime.

Feb 19 • 16:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The Secret of Presidential Hair: Jun Sok-yol Received Life Imprisonment Instead of Death Penalty, but Likely Won't Die Behind Bars

Former South Korean President Jun Sok-yol was sentenced to life in prison instead of the death penalty, symbolically reflected in his greying hair that represents his political downfall.

Feb 19 • 13:42 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Andrea 'the Grinning': from glory in the Falklands to Giuffre's accusations, the downfall of the prince

Prince Andrew has faced significant downfall, transitioning from a military hero to being embroiled in scandal, culminating in his arrest on his 66th birthday related to the Epstein case.

Feb 19 • 12:14 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

A historic downfall for the UK's former prince Andrew

Former prince Andrew has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, marking a significant moment in his controversial past.

Feb 19 • 11:43 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Former Prince Andrew, a Historic Downfall

Former British prince Andrew has become the first member of the UK royal family to be arrested in modern history, marking a significant decline from his once-privileged status.

Feb 19 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former Master Partner, Augusto Lima Had Meteoric Rise and Short Life as a Banker

Augusto Lima, the owner of Banco Pleno, experienced a rapid rise in the financial sector but faced legal troubles that led to the downfall of his bank.

Feb 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The keys to Barcelona's downfall: without goals, there is no blue and garnet adventure

The article discusses the challenges faced by FC Barcelona under Hansi Flick due to a lack of scoring and cohesive gameplay, leading to recent defeats.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition Tuesday, February 17, 2026

The article covers various highlights from the February 17, 2026 edition of Jornal Anhanguera, including the downfall of Rosas de Ouro in carnival rankings and significant social issues like racism.

Feb 17 • 23:33 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
World

A New Book Paints a Grim Picture of the Political Downfall of the USA

A new book discusses the alarming political developments in the United States under Trump's influence.

Feb 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Muslim Brotherhood in Syria.. A step backward or the solution?

The article examines the shifts in the Muslim Brotherhood's influence and the Islamic movement's role in the aftermath of the Syrian regime's downfall in 2024.

Feb 17 • 07:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The 'Emoji' Code: How Hearts and Stars Caused the Downfall of an Israeli Military Unit on October 7?

An Israeli military unit was seemingly compromised due to coded communications using emojis by Hamas fighters during the October 7 operation.

Feb 16 • 15:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: Washington Fails Against Iran and a Military Strike Will Not Overthrow the Regime

Global newspapers report on the ineffectiveness of U.S. strategies toward Iran, emphasizing that a military strike alone will not lead to the regime's downfall.

Feb 15 • 08:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cuba and Nicaragua will fall when Venezuela's 'criminal regime' is defeated, says María Corina Machado

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado asserts that the governments of Cuba and Nicaragua will collapse following the downfall of Venezuela's regime led by Delcy Rodríguez.

Feb 14 • 20:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Once a symbol of French bread, now overwhelmed by competition: the downfall of Poilâne

Poilâne, a renowned Parisian bakery, faces judicial recovery as it struggles against competition while aiming to retain its traditional identity under the leadership of third-generation owner Apollonia Poilâne.

Feb 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

An employee saw from a front-row seat as Asko and Sotka went down the path of destruction

A dramatic collapse of the Asko and Sotka retail chains has left employees and experts discussing the reasons behind the downfall.

Feb 13 • 10:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Documents show that Epstein monitored #MeToo; movement was crucial for his downfall

Documents reveal that financial mogul Jeffrey Epstein closely monitored the #MeToo movement, which played a significant role in his downfall.

Feb 12 • 20:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Protests in Venezuela Return as Repression Decreases Following Maduro's Downfall

Venezuelan protests are rising as political repression eases following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.

Feb 12 • 20:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Big step forwards’: emboldened activists take to the streets of Venezuela

Activists in Venezuela are organizing protests to demand political change following the downfall of Nicolás Maduro.

Feb 12 • 17:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Page calls for Sánchez to bring forward the general elections to avoid dragging down the PSOE: 'It cannot be that the entire infantry ends up sinking so that the general headquarters exists'

Emiliano García-Page criticizes Pedro Sánchez's plans to hold general elections after the 2027 municipal and regional elections, arguing it risks the PSOE's downfall.

Feb 12 • 13:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Reactions to Epstein's Crimes in the US Contrast with Those in the United Kingdom

The ongoing revelations surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's sexual crimes could potentially lead to a prime minister's downfall in the UK, contrasting sharply with the US's much less severe repercussions for Epstein's associates.

Feb 12 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Fallen Idol: From the Peak of K-Pop to the Abyss of Sexual Crime and Its Shadow in Cambodia

The article explores the downfall of K-pop idol Seungri, highlighting his transition from a prominent music figure to becoming embroiled in sexual crime scandals linked to the Burning Sun nightclub.

Feb 11 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

They Already Predicted His End. How the British Prime Minister Survived the Attempted Ouster

The article discusses how British Prime Minister managed to survive an attempted ouster amid political challenges and predictions of his downfall.

Feb 10 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Coronation Street star 'confirms' abuser Megan's downfall - but it's not Sam

Beth Nixon, the actress playing Megan Walsh on Coronation Street, discusses the character's impending downfall due to her narcissistic traits and the suspicions of her student, Will Driscoll's friend, Sam.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Is Britain about to lose another prime minister?

The article discusses the political turmoil surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer, drawing parallels to Boris Johnson's downfall.

Feb 9 • 18:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Alex Schulman: Simona Mohamsson is giving a thumbs up all the way to the downfall

In light of dismal opinion polls for the Liberals, party leader Simona Mohamsson remains optimistic about the party's prospects.

Feb 9 • 05:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

For some, McSweeney resignation removes obstacle to eventual downfall of Starmer

The resignation of Morgan McSweeney has sparked criticism of Keir Starmer's leadership, with some Labour MPs believing it indicates his weakness and political passivity.

Feb 8 • 20:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Tommi, 35, Realized That Marriage Had Turned into a 'Roommate Relationship' – Something Astonishing Happened After the Divorce

Tommi Hyvärinen reflects on his marriage's downfall and his subsequent transformative journey post-divorce, highlighting the importance of recognizing when a relationship has stagnated.

Feb 8 • 08:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Dobrovský & Šídlo: Orbán May Lose. And Then He Will Be Game

The article discusses the potential political downfall of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the consequences it could have on his political career.

Feb 7 • 14:15 UTC

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