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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Coaf Reports Become a 'Gold Mine' for Police Corruption in SP

Authorities in Sรฃo Paulo have uncovered a police corruption scheme leveraging financial intelligence reports designed to combat organized crime.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

How a network linked to Los Choneros allegedly moved over $1.6 billion between companies, according to the Interior Minister

Ecuadorian authorities dismantled a network linked to the criminal organization Los Choneros that allegedly moved over $1.6 billion in the financial system, utilizing the state of emergency to carry out arrests.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Pension Payments: Beware of This Tax Trap in Retirement Provision

The article discusses the tax implications for employees who opt to withdraw their entire occupational pension savings at once, highlighting potential conflicts with tax authorities.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Approval to link public insurance to wage index

Icelandic authorities have approved a decision to link public insurance benefits to the wage index, which will likely impact citizens' financial support.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Action by Banxico

The Bank of Mexico is reportedly working to modify accounts for small and medium-sized enterprises following a meeting with financial authorities and the president.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Moniepoint raises the alarm over alleged digital smear campaign

Moniepoint MFB has raised concerns about a possible digital smear campaign that undermines public confidence and is currently being investigated by law enforcement authorities.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Samsung and Authorities Ignore 'Contractor Dividends' Despite 90 Trillion Jackpot [Hereโ€™s Why]

Despite a 90 trillion won jackpot from investments made by Samsung Life Insurance, the company has failed to distribute promised dividends to its policyholders over the past 40 years.

Mar 18 โ€ข 20:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Council tax calculator 2026: How much will bills rise and what band is my house?

Residents in the UK are facing a 4.99% increase in council tax bills starting April 1, 2026, with many councils citing fiscal challenges as the reason for the hike.

Mar 18 โ€ข 06:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Domestic Insurers' Marine Insurance Exposure Reaches 1.7 Trillion Won... Authorities Assess Risks Amid 'Hormuz Blockade'

Domestic marine insurance exposure amid the Hormuz Strait blockade has reached approximately 1.7 trillion won, leading financial authorities to assess risks in the insurance sector.

Mar 15 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

US consumes 'years' worth of ammunition stock in less than two weeks of war against Iran, says newspaper

In less than two weeks of conflict against Iran, the U.S. has reportedly consumed a significant portion of its critical ammunition stockpile, raising concerns among authorities.

Mar 13 โ€ข 00:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Banco Master and the rotten patriarchal powers

The Banco Master scandal exposes significant financial fraud and the involvement of high-profile authorities in grotesque events.

Mar 12 โ€ข 18:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Illegal Gambling: How a Ring Deceived Players - Profits Exceeding 16 Million Euros

A criminal ring involved in illegal gambling and player deception, generating over 16 million euros in profits, has been dismantled by Greek authorities.

Mar 11 โ€ข 15:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The deficit of Apulian health authorities. Yesterday's summit in Rome: the shortfall nears 370 million

The financial deficit of Apulian health authorities has reached 370 million euros, as discussions continue between regional and national officials to address the fiscal shortfall.

Mar 11 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

No money for the Michelin Guide in Buenos Aires and Mendoza: 'The Nation does not cover it and we take it on ourselves; there will also be no gala'

The Argentine government has ceased funding for the Michelin Guide in Buenos Aires and Mendoza, leading local authorities to assume financial responsibility for its continuation.

Mar 9 โ€ข 20:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Bithumb Faces Six-Month Partial Business Suspension for 'Special Financial Act Violation'

Bithumb, South Koreaโ€™s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, has received advance notice from financial authorities regarding a six-month partial suspension of operations due to violations related to anti-money laundering obligations.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Financial Transactions Under the Tax Authorities' Scrutiny

Recent economic changes in Poland have significantly impacted the financial operations of companies, leading tax authorities to focus on intra-group financial transactions during audits.

Mar 9 โ€ข 04:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

"Zeltraฤi" from Russia wants to build a shopping center in Berฤฃi; security authorities warn of risks

Local residents are concerned about a Russian company's plans to develop a shopping center in Berฤฃi, with implications of financial support from Russian billionaires.

Mar 8 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

How to check if you have a coercive lawsuit in Ecuador

Citizens can check for coercive lawsuits against them in Ecuador through an application provided by authorities.

Mar 7 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Five activists of the Flotilla detained in Tunis: under scrutiny for fundraising and the use of donations

Tunisian authorities have detained five activists linked to the Global Sumud Flotilla over allegations of fundraising irregularities and financial mismanagement related to donations.

Mar 7 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Orbรกn against Zelenskyy: Hostage-taking, extortion, and a laughing third party

Tensions escalate between Ukraine and Hungary after the Hungarian authorities detain Ukrainian citizens involved in a financial operation.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Bayaz in Conversation: 'We Need Authorities with Bite'

Danyal Bayaz, the Green finance minister of Baden-Wรผrttemberg, calls for an end to silo thinking among German authorities to tackle future economic scandals effectively.

Mar 6 โ€ข 05:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Do rogues create paranoia? A fair parking fine was labeled as a fraud

The article discusses the rising paranoia among the public regarding potential financial scams, fueled by the actions of criminals, leading to distrust even in the most reliable authorities.

Mar 5 โ€ข 17:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Via Torino, merchants are angry. The councilor: "No aids"

Merchants along Via Torino are outraged by the upcoming construction that will disrupt traffic and business operations, with no financial aid proposed by local authorities.

Mar 5 โ€ข 05:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Daniel Vorcaro is arrested again; Federal Police claims that the owner of Banco Master created a private militia to commit crimes

Banker Daniel Vorcaro has been arrested again, this time for allegedly creating a private militia to intimidate authorities and journalists while under investigation for financial crimes.

Mar 4 โ€ข 23:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Sicario' from Vorcaro dies in BH; PF says he committed suicide in prison

Luiz Phillipi Machado de Moraes Mourรฃo, known as 'Sicario', died in a Brazilian hospital after being found unconscious in his prison cell and the authorities claim he committed suicide.

Mar 4 โ€ข 23:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

Police charged three people for tax evasion causing damage of more than 273 million

Three individuals have been charged in connection with tax evasion that resulted in significant financial losses.

Mar 4 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Middle East Instabilityโ€™ Eroding 6,000 Points...Financial Authorities Say โ€˜Trend Decline Likelihood is Lowโ€™

Amid rising geopolitical tensions from US and Israel's military actions against Iran, South Korea's Kospi has fallen 12%, prompting financial authorities to reassure market participants about the stability of the financial markets.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero defends his role as a global consultant and denies taking commissions: "How could I have received bribes openly?"

Josรฉ Luis Rodrรญguez Zapatero, former Prime Minister of Spain, defends his financial dealings amid allegations of impropriety, asserting he has declared payments to tax authorities.

Mar 2 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Temporary closure of the exchanges in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates announce that trading on the ADX and DFM exchanges will be halted on Monday and Tuesday.

Mar 1 โ€ข 17:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

AFAGate: Another account of Javier Faroni appeared in the U.S. that diverted more than $3 million to five phantom companies

U.S. authorities uncovered a new account linked to Javier Faroni that facilitated the diversion of over $3 million to phantom companies in Miami.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Dutchwoman delayed reporting her new residence and won four million in the ZIP lottery at her old address

A Dutch woman who delayed informing authorities of her new address unexpectedly won four million in a lottery associated with her former residence.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How much did gunmen and lookouts of the CJNG earn, according to documents found where 'El Mencho' was hiding?

The article discusses financial documents found in the hideout of CJNG leader 'El Mencho' that detail payments to gang members, police, and bribes to authorities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

You don't have to report transfers from your wife or husband. But there are exceptions

A recent clarification from Polish tax authorities confirms that transfers between spouses are generally not considered gifts for tax purposes, depending on their marital property regime.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

IMF: Syria achieved a surplus in the 2025 budget.. and agreement on a support program

The IMF notes that Syria finished 2025 with a slight budget surplus and has agreed on a program with local authorities to assist in implementing significant financial reforms.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Major council tax update shows fewer maximum rises - see full list of areas

Fewer councils in England are implementing maximum council tax increases this year compared to the previous year, with a shift toward lower rate hikes from some local authorities.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The NSK meeting scheduled for Wednesday is canceled

The National Security Commission meeting in Lithuania, originally set for Wednesday, has been postponed to ensure participation from all relevant authorities and will address pressing issues concerning smuggling and financial fraud in an upcoming session.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Health Care, 460 Million Euro Deficit for Puglia's Health Authorities

Puglia's regional health authorities are facing a significant deficit of approximately 460 million euros, highlighting ongoing financial mismanagement in the sector.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Can the district finance the purchase of a standard for the district police headquarters?

A local police unit has requested funding for a new standard, raising legal questions about whether district authorities can provide financial support for such purchases under Polish law.

Feb 24 โ€ข 03:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 06:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
Crime & Justice

West Bengal News: Major Financial Transactions with Pakistan from Baharampur! Is There a Plot for Terrorist Activities on This State's Soil?

Authorities in West Bengal arrested a resident suspected of engaging in financial transactions with a Pakistani intelligence agency, speculated to be related to terrorist activities.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Authorities of Pichincha reject approval of Efficiency of Spending Law in GAD: 'Social service and care programs will continue to function'

Authorities in Pichincha, Ecuador, have voiced strong opposition to the recently passed Efficiency of Spending Law that mandates financial allocations for local governments.

Feb 21 โ€ข 20:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Bank accounts, the Revenue Agency's checks start: here is what will guide the searches of the Tax Authorities

The Italian Revenue Agency is set to conduct extensive checks on citizens' bank accounts in search of undeclared income as part of its organizational plan for 2026-2028.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Financial authorities target โ€˜14 trillion wonโ€™ in rental business loans... Modifying benefits for multi-homeowners

Financial authorities in South Korea are focusing on approximately 14 trillion won in loans for rental business operators, planning to revise loan extension practices that favor multi-homeowners.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Epstein case extends to France: raids at the offices of former culture minister Jack Lang

French authorities have raided the offices of former Culture Minister Jack Lang as part of an investigation into his potential financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 16 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Financial Times warns: 1,000 tons of uranium in Niger in the sights of ISIS

The Financial Times reports that Niger's military authorities have transported 1,000 tons of uranium to Niamey, raising security concerns over potential attacks from ISIS.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How will today be for Pisces individuals?

Today promises Pisces individuals cooperation from higher authorities and potential opportunities for career advancement, which could strengthen their financial situation.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Valentine's Day warning on romance scammers fleecing millions from victims

Western Australia authorities issued a warning on Valentine's Day about online romance scams, revealing significant financial losses to victims.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Taurus Sign

Today's Taurus horoscope suggests an increase in happiness, favorable relationships with authorities, and a positive outlook on business, advising caution against hasty financial decisions.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

They promised to arrange for the president's pardon. Prosecutor's decision

Authorities in Poland have apprehended three individuals suspected of attempting to influence a presidential pardon in exchange for financial compensation.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Crime & Justice

Former Tajikistan official has 92,000 euros and real estate confiscated in Riga

Latvian authorities have confiscated 92,000 euros and real estate assets from a former high-ranking Tajikistan official linked to a criminal financial scheme.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:01 UTC

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