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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Case $LIBRA: Opponents Ramp Up Pressure on the Government and Demand the Interrogation of Manuel Adorni and Karina Milei

Opposition lawmakers in Argentina are intensifying their demands for accountability regarding the $LIBRA case, calling for the interrogation of key government figures following emerging evidence of questionable financial dealings.

Mar 20 • 20:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCMPA recommends rejection of the 2024 accounts of the City Hall of Mojuí dos Campos

The Pará Court of Accounts recommends that the City Council of Mojuí dos Campos reject the 2024 financial accounts of former mayor Marco Antonio Machado Lima due to several irregularities.

Mar 17 • 18:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Control Bodies and the Master Case

This article discusses the effectiveness of Brazilian institutions in preventing scandals similar to the case involving banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 16 • 22:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bank of America reaches agreement in class action lawsuit filed by Epstein's victims

Bank of America has come to a settlement in a civil lawsuit involving women who accuse the bank of facilitating Jeffrey Epstein's abuses.

Mar 16 • 15:13 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Sudan: Corruption-Linked Arrests in South Sudan Raise Questions

A series of arrests targeting officials connected to South Sudan's oil and financial sectors has raised concerns about the credibility of accountability efforts in the country.

Mar 16 • 06:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu urges media to hold states, LGs accountable

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has called on the media to scrutinize state and local governments as closely as they do his administration, emphasizing the newfound financial autonomy of these subnational entities.

Mar 13 • 22:16 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Can we get the money back? About 26,000 kroner, please

A weekly satirical piece by Lars Dahlager critiques contemporary issues in Denmark.

Mar 13 • 09:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

I Brought a Financial Cushion: A. Gedvilas Faces an Unpleasant Surprise from Š. Černiauskas

In a confrontation at the Lithuanian Parliament, journalist Š. Černiauskas presented a symbolic 'financial cushion' to politician A. Gedvilas, who declined the gesture.

Mar 12 • 08:09 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

US lawmakers probe Epstein’s wealth as ex-accountant testifies on finances and ties

US lawmakers are investigating the financial dealings of Jeffrey Epstein through testimony from his former accountant.

Mar 12 • 00:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Control bodies in Sergipe announce technical note for public spending control with parties

A technical note has been announced for financial control of public resources spent on festivities in Sergipe, Brazil.

Mar 10 • 18:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

KSB 600 (Z) – a revolution in the audit of capital groups

A significant amendment to the National Auditing Standard 600 (Z) emphasizes the need for active leadership and accountability in auditing consolidated financial statements of capital groups.

Mar 9 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DR Congo: Sports Minister weakened after complaint regarding partnership with AS Monaco

The sports minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Didier Budimbu Ntubuanga, faces scrutiny following a complaint about a financial partnership with AS Monaco.

Mar 5 • 23:31 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

WA anti-corruption watchdog left itself vulnerable to corruption for years

A report has revealed that the WA Corruption and Crime Commission had significant vulnerabilities to corruption due to flaws in its financial systems over multiple years.

Mar 4 • 21:12 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Banned from business after high transfers to themselves, their own companies, and relatives

Individuals received bans from business operations following large transfers of money to themselves and associated entities.

Mar 4 • 11:36 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

No more federal budget watchdog in Ottawa as interim PBO’s term expires

The interim parliamentary budget officer's term has expired, leaving Ottawa without a financial watchdog to analyze federal budgets and spending proposals.

Mar 2 • 23:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Cash can be expensive: The State Audit Office named the danger

The State Audit Office warns that increasing cash payment limits in Lithuania could weaken financial accountability and transparency.

Feb 28 • 08:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Prints and audios reveal fixed hours and daily charges to 'managers' of drug 'stores' of PCC in RR

Investigations into the PCC's drug trafficking operations in Roraima reveal structured control and financial accountability among its members.

Feb 26 • 15:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Chan-jin, Chairman of Financial Supervisory Service: "Minutes of Financial Company Board Meetings Must Be Disclosed at Transcription Level"

Lee Chan-jin emphasizes the need for financial companies to transparently disclose detailed minutes of board meetings to ensure accountability and shareholder trust.

Feb 26 • 09:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Letters from Readers: Unusual, Apology, Union and Company

Readers express concerns about recent football controversies, highlighting issues of financial accountability and union leadership in Argentina.

Feb 25 • 03:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

If savings bank assets exceed 20 trillion won, the largest shareholder's stake will be limited to below 50%

The South Korean financial authorities plan to introduce regulations limiting the largest shareholder's stake in savings banks with assets exceeding 20 trillion won to enhance public accountability.

Feb 23 • 06:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG probes NNPC, targets blockage of revenue leakage

The Nigerian Federal Government is conducting an investigation into the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's financial activities to address revenue leakage issues.

Feb 21 • 00:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Who's Bankrolling Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi Caravan? Accountability Concerns Mount

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is facing scrutiny over the financial backing of his Linda Mwananchi campaign caravan, amidst his disputes within the ODM party.

Feb 20 • 13:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Equalization of Financial Resources between States: We are Solidary, but We Have Nothing to Give Away

The article discusses the need for reforms in the German equalization payment system among states, emphasizing that solidarity must come with accountability and necessary changes.

Feb 20 • 05:59 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In Question, Public Account 2024 of the IMSS

The latest report on the Public Account 2024 reveals significant pending clarifications in government spending, raising concerns about accountability in federal and subnational expenditures.

Feb 19 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Public Managers and Officials, Insurance Now Mandatory. Here’s How Much It Could Cost

Starting in 2026, anyone managing public resources in Italy will be required to take out an insurance policy to cover potential financial damages.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps direct Accountant-General, Auditor-General to submit four years’ FG financial statements

The Nigerian House of Representatives has directed the Accountant-General and Auditor-General to submit the federal government's consolidated financial statements for the years 2023 to 2025 by October 2026, addressing delays in financial reporting.

Feb 16 • 20:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

8.6 million in damages: two CAF executives from Val-de-Marne convicted for "serious misconduct"

Two executives from the Val-de-Marne CAF have been convicted of serious misconduct leading to significant financial losses to the state.

Feb 16 • 18:30 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
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario not currently on path to balance, financial watchdog finds

Ontario's financial watchdog reports that the province is not on track to balance its budget due to rising spending and declining tax revenue amidst a cost-of-living crisis.

Feb 11 • 19:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Food allowance of R$ 2,500 for councilors becomes the target of investigation by MP-AC

The food allowance of R$ 2,500 for the 13 councilors of Tarauacá in Acre has come under investigation by the Public Ministry of the State (MP-AC) amid concerns over the validity and financial impact of the adjustment.

Feb 11 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Feijóo questions the commission that Plus Ultra's advisor had in a contract: 'It seems that Zapatero can give us a clue as to where they have put our money'

Alberto Núñez Feijóo questions the financial dealings surrounding former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero's contract with Plus Ultra, particularly a 1% commission linked to a government bailout.

Feb 11 • 09:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Swati Maliwal say in Parliament about wasteful spending?

Swati Maliwal discussed the issue of wasteful spending in Parliament, highlighting the need for more financial accountability.

Feb 11 • 02:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who is Responsible for the Surajkund Incident?

The article questions the adequacy of compensation in the aftermath of the Surajkund fair incident, highlighting the need for accountability and actions beyond financial aid.

Feb 8 • 17:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Reps Panel Summons 6 FCT Area Councils Over N100bn Infractions

The House of Representatives has summoned the chairmen and finance directors of six FCT Area Councils due to alleged financial infractions exceeding N100 billion.

Feb 6 • 15:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Reps Summon FCT Area Councils' Officials Over Alleged N100bn Financial Irregularities

Nigerian lawmakers are summoning officials from the Federal Capital Territory Area Councils following an audit revealing over N100 billion in financial irregularities.

Feb 6 • 15:40 UTC

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