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🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Liopa, arrested in an IT procurement fraud case, suspended from his position at the DAP

Jorens Liopa has been suspended from his position at the State Environmental Department following his arrest in a criminal investigation into IT procurement fraud.

Mar 20 • 05:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP requests Gaeco to investigate allegations of supposed criminal organization in Saae of Sorocaba

The Public Ministry of Brazil has requested an investigation by Gaeco into alleged criminal activities within the Water and Sewage Autonomous Service (Saae) of Sorocaba.

Mar 19 • 22:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Regarding 17 tons of 'Humana' second-hand clothes – the commission's verdict: these are waste, not products

A Lithuanian environmental department investigation deems a shipment of second-hand clothing from the Netherlands as hazardous waste due to legal violations in its transport.

Mar 19 • 17:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Environmental contamination in Sabiá Park is being investigated in Uberlândia; 'there are point leaks,' says director of Futel

The investigation into possible environmental damage at Sabiá Park in Uberlândia, Brazil, was prompted by reports of pollution and waste accumulation in the area.

Mar 18 • 20:24 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Attack on Upemba Park in the DRC: Time for Psychological Reconstruction

Two weeks after a deadly attack on the Upemba National Park in the DRC, calls for psychological recovery are emerging amid the lack of judicial investigation into the incident.

Mar 18 • 20:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From the $Libra Case to the Glacier Law Reform: What Do Intellectuals Say About This Moment of Javier Milei?

The article discusses the reactions of intellectuals and social media to President Javier Milei's administration amid controversies including a cryptocurrency fraud investigation and environmental policy challenges.

Mar 17 • 15:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall identifies illegal dumping of chemical product in Itupeva creek

The Itupeva City Hall discovered illegal dumping of a chemical product in a local creek, prompting an investigation by environmental authorities.

Mar 14 • 23:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents report dead fish in the lake of Parque Tingui, in Curitiba

Residents observed dead fish floating in a lake at Parque Tingui, a tourist spot in Curitiba, prompting an investigation by local environmental authorities.

Mar 14 • 11:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After video of capuchin monkeys at the Ponte do Futuro construction site in Paraíba, MPF investigates environmental impacts

The Brazilian Federal Public Ministry has started an investigation into the potential environmental impacts of the Ponte do Futuro construction in Paraíba after a video showed capuchin monkeys in the area.

Mar 12 • 19:34 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Acknowledges environmental crime – yet the corporate giant avoids prosecution

Svensk freonåtervinning has admitted to environmental violations, but the preliminary investigation against the company was dropped due to uncertainties related to AI technology.

Mar 11 • 10:34 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After 15min investigations into illegal landfills – million-euro fines, trials, changed laws, and losing environment protectors' jobs

This investigation reveals the existence of a shadow waste disposal system in Lithuania that operates alongside official infrastructure, involving illegal waste carriers and intermediaries.

Mar 10 • 13:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Guide to Understanding the Environmental Corruption Case That Threatens to Paralyze the Largest Wind Farm in Spain

An ongoing investigation into alleged environmental corruption could halt the construction of Spain's largest wind farm, involving the arrest of key figures from the project and the Ministry of Ecological Transition.

Mar 9 • 14:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Daejeon City Ignores Climate Department's Opinion and Proceeds with River Dredging... Discovered by Audit Agency

Daejeon City has continued with river dredging operations despite the Climate and Energy Environment Ministry's advice to the contrary, leading to an audit agency investigation and subsequent complaints by local environmental organizations.

Mar 9 • 08:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The former senior official of Ecological Transition created a "black box" in the ministry to favor Forestalia's projects

A former high-ranking official in Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition allegedly established a 'black box' to facilitate environmental approvals for projects by the company Forestalia, with reports of corruption arising from the investigation.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Yle: 1.5 million liters of wastewater spilled from the sewer - residents were unaware of the danger

Residents of Artjärvi in Orimattila were shocked to learn about a significant wastewater spill that occurred in January, affecting local water sources.

Mar 5 • 08:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

This is how the corrupt renewable energy scheme operated: hidden kickbacks in two opaque companies to grease the largest wind project in Spain

A corruption investigation has unveiled hidden kickbacks connected to Spain's largest wind energy project, linked to unauthorized environmental approvals.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Dead capybara seen being transported on motorcycle in Campos

A dead capybara was recorded being transported on a motorcycle in Campos dos Goytacazes, prompting an investigation by local police.

Mar 4 • 13:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Compensation claims for mussel damage are completely exceptional, says a criminal law professor

A preliminary investigation into significant damage to a pearl mussel population in Suomussalmi has found that the incident could lead to charges of serious environmental crimes with estimated damages reaching €2.2 million.

Mar 1 • 18:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Investigation: Here is what the food made for your pet could be dangerous

A study highlights the potential dangers of PFAS chemicals in pet food, urging owners to be aware of ingredients and diversify protein sources.

Feb 28 • 04:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MP investigates use of explosives in mining in Bonito, Brazil's ecotourism capital

The Public Prosecutor's Office in Bonito has initiated an investigation into the environmental impacts of mining activities in the region, particularly focusing on the use of explosives.

Feb 27 • 18:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A fuel leak detected near the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle

A fuel leak has been confirmed at the port of Malmö where the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle is docked, prompting an investigation by Swedish coast guards.

Feb 26 • 17:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bombinhas (SC): alleged irregular document of luxury property led to PF operation in a paradise destination

An investigation into fraudulent environmental licenses in Bombinhas, Brazil, led to a Federal Police operation targeting irregular practices involving luxury real estate.

Feb 26 • 17:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Police: The terrible price of the mussel disaster in Suomussalmi has been revealed

Oulu police have concluded the preliminary investigation into the mussel devastation in Suomussalmi, estimating significant monetary losses due to environmental damage.

Feb 26 • 11:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The preliminary investigation of the brutalities at Hukkajoki in Suomussalmi has been completed – damages to the mussels and fishery exceed 2 million euros

The Oulu police have concluded the preliminary investigation of a suspected severe environmental crime that occurred in Hukkajoki, Suomussalmi, in summer 2024, with damages estimated at approximately 2.2 million euros.

Feb 26 • 11:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Farmers moved more than R$ 26 million selling fuel for mining in Sararé (MT), says Federal Police

Farmers in Brazil have reportedly generated over R$ 26 million through the illegal sale of fuel to support mining activities on indigenous land, leading to arrests and a federal investigation.

Feb 25 • 20:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeongbuk Forest Fire '1050 Locations' Private Investigation 'It's not that it couldn't be extinguished, but I doubt it wasn't extinguished'

Environmental groups and experts conducted a final private investigation into the 2025 Gyeongbuk forest fire, revealing failures in crisis response and calling for significant reforms in government forest and fire policies.

Feb 25 • 09:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Outback landscape board chair says environmental advocacy was 'hindered'

Brenz Saunders, chair of the Alinytjara Wiluṟara Landscape Board, resigned, citing obstacles to effective advocacy amid an ongoing investigation into Telstra's environmental compliance.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents report suspected contamination at a beach in Salvador; case under investigation by Inema

Residents and fishermen are concerned about potential water contamination at São Tomé de Paripe beach in Salvador, as the environmental agency investigates reported incidents of blue and yellow discoloration in the water.

Feb 23 • 23:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Illegal Fishing: Foreign Companies Under Sanction Operate Under Argentine Flag in the EEZ

An investigation reveals that sanctioned foreign companies are operating under the guise of Argentine fishing vessels in the exclusive economic zone.

Feb 23 • 12:44 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Concerns over death of iconic eucalypts in WA's 'last great wilderness'

Residents are raising concerns about the death of salmon gums in Western Australia's Great Western Woodlands, urging for an investigation into the environmental impact of local activities.

Feb 21 • 02:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Criminals fell trees on the road to prevent inspections and are arrested for illegal logging in MT

Two men were arrested for illegal logging and obstructing a police investigation in Nova Ubiratã, Brazil, after they felled trees to prevent police access.

Feb 19 • 20:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Dog dies after being assaulted inside apartment in condominium in Greater Fortaleza

A dog named Rapunzel died after being assaulted inside her owner's apartment in Maracanaú, Brazil, an incident under investigation for environmental crime.

Feb 19 • 17:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Investigate whether adequate wages are paid to environmental workers

President Yoon has ordered a thorough investigation into whether local governments are adequately compensating environmental workers, responding to concerns about insufficient wage enforcement.

Feb 19 • 12:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Environmental protest group says FBI is investigating it for terrorism

Environmental group Extinction Rebellion reported that it is under investigation by the FBI for potential terrorism activities, with some members having encountered agents from the agency's taskforce on extremism.

Feb 18 • 23:58 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Telstra investigated for environmental breaches in SA national park

Telstra is under investigation for allegedly conducting unauthorized land clearing and potentially spreading a noxious weed in a South Australian national park.

Feb 17 • 20:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Strong smell of chemical product scares revelers at club by the Rio Pardo in Ribeirão Preto, SP

A strong chemical smell at a club near the Rio Pardo in Ribeirão Preto led to an investigation by authorities following complaints from Carnaval attendees.

Feb 17 • 12:23 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

NEW BLOW: Prince William's charity organization under investigation due to Epstein documents

Prince William's environmental organization, the Earthshot Prize, is under scrutiny from the UK's charity regulator following alleged connections between one of its partners and Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 14 • 10:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fish are killed with slingshots in the interior of SP; practice is prohibited and causes fractures and hemorrhages

In Águas da Prata, Brazil, fish are being illegally killed with slingshots, causing severe injuries and prompting an investigation by environmental authorities.

Feb 13 • 23:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Farm investigated for building decks and operating tourism without environmental authorization in MS

A farm in Bonito, Brazil, is under investigation for building unauthorized structures for tourism and commercial activities along the Formoso River, raising concerns over environmental damage and regulatory compliance.

Feb 12 • 15:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Giant cave with blue lake investigated for irregularities in the capital of ecotourism

An investigation has been launched into alleged irregularities concerning the operational license and tour guide services at the Gruta do Lago Azul in Bonito, Brazil.

Feb 12 • 13:50 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Økokrim conducts a search of a former prime minister's home

Økokrim, Norway’s national authority for investigation and prosecution of economic and environmental crime, has conducted a search at the home of a former prime minister.

Feb 12 • 12:21 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Varden: Økokrim raids Jagland's cabin

Økokrim, Norway's National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crime, has raided the cabin of former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland as part of a corruption investigation.

Feb 12 • 12:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The protection of the flying squirrel has been left to forestry professionals – authorities mainly instruct logging via email

Authorities in Jyväskylä are under investigation for potentially allowing logging in a protected area for flying squirrels, highlighting the challenges in environmental law enforcement.

Feb 12 • 10:35 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Økokrim raids Jagland's residences in Oslo and Risør

Norway's former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland is under investigation for serious corruption, prompting a raid on his residences by Økokrim, Norway's national authority for investigation and prosecution of economic and environmental crime.

Feb 12 • 09:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: 'aušrietis' T. Domarkas questioned in investigation regarding illegally buried hazardous waste

Lithuanian MP T. Domarkas is under investigation for possible environmental damage related to illegal waste disposal linked to his father's property.

Feb 12 • 05:59 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Tomas Domarkas, the 'Aušrietis', was questioned last year in a case regarding hazardous waste buried on his father's property

Tomas Domarkas is under investigation for burying hazardous construction waste on his father's land, with serious environmental damage reported.

Feb 12 • 05:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Mystery in Misiones: Justice investigates the disappearance of two jaguar cubs that had been released in a nature reserve

The Argentinian authorities are investigating the disappearance of two jaguar cubs during a relocation operation in a Misiones nature reserve.

Feb 11 • 22:53 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Suspected environmental scandal - The County Administrative Board of Norrbotten is investigated for professional misconduct

The County Administrative Board of Norrbotten is under investigation for potentially failing to report environmental crimes over four years, with the National Anti-Corruption Unit involved.

Feb 11 • 16:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The Bulgarian Twin Peaks: Mysterious Triple Deaths Gripped the Country in the Mountains

Three bodies, including that of a 15-year-old boy, were discovered in a camper van in the high mountains of Lithuania, linked to recent murders and raising significant security concerns.

Feb 11 • 11:56 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Jagland's lawyer on Økokrim investigation: - He takes this very seriously

Thorbjørn Jagland is under investigation for serious corruption charges by Økokrim, Norway's national authority for investigation and prosecution of economic and environmental crime, but maintains his innocence and is cooperating with the inquiry.

Feb 11 • 10:02 UTC

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