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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests group suspected of moving organized crime money in Niterói

The Federal Police in Brazil arrested five men, including an active military police officer, for allegedly facilitating financial transactions for organized crime in Niterói.

Mar 13 • 22:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

RJ Police identify over R$ 100,000 in financial transactions linked to councilman Salvino de Oliveira

The RJ Police have uncovered over R$ 100,000 in suspicious financial transactions related to councilman Salvino de Oliveira, who has been arrested for alleged ties to organized crime.

Mar 13 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brother-in-law pastor, BMW debt, and waltz: the relations of the Lagoinha Church with the Vorcaro family

The extravagant 15th birthday party of Daniel Vorcaro's daughter has drawn attention to the connections between the Lagoinha Church and his family amid rising controversies related to Vorcaro's financial dealings.

Mar 13 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 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 • 18:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Council approves the creation of an emergency cabinet in the city hall of Macapá with 13 votes

The Municipal Chamber of Macapá approved the establishment of an Emergency Administrative and Financial Cabinet to ensure essential services following recent administrative upheaval.

Mar 12 • 17:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police says Amazon's investment in Master was decided in less than 3 hours and remained hidden for four months

The Federal Police reported that a R$ 50 million investment in Banco Master was approved within three hours and went unnoticed for four months by oversight bodies.

Mar 12 • 10:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Pujols' managers in Andorra explain that they moved part of their fortune in cash: 'He brought me over a hundred million pesetas'

The trial involving former Catalan President Jordi Pujol and his family reveals claims that substantial amounts of cash were moved to and from their Andorran accounts, raising suspicions of illicit financial activities.

Mar 11 • 17:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

CPI approves breaking of confidentiality of Vorcaro's brother-in-law and summons dismissed BC servers

The Brazilian Senate's CPI approved the summons of dismissed Central Bank employees and the breaking of confidentiality for Fabiano Zettel, linked to a financial fraud investigation.

Mar 11 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pedro DaLua creates emergency office to assess the finances of Macapá's city hall: 'we must have management in our hands'

Interim Mayor Pedro DaLua has established an Emergency Administrative and Financial Office in Macapá to assess the city's accounts and ensure essential services continue.

Mar 10 • 22:04 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

54 organizations received Ministry of Foreign Affairs support for several years without announcement

The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revealed that at least 54 organizations received financial support without public announcement over the past five years amid ongoing investigations related to corruption allegations involving key diplomats.

Mar 10 • 17:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

EFCC declares Chinese national wanted over fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria has declared Peiyuan Niu, a Chinese national, wanted in connection with an alleged fraud case involving obtaining money by false pretenses.

Mar 10 • 17:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The case of Alytus district mayor R. Vitkauskienė's 'checks' has been sent to court

The case against Alytus district mayor R. Vitkauskienė and two accomplices for fraudulent financial accounting has been forwarded to court.

Mar 10 • 14:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

ICPC seeks advanced forensics to tackle complex fraud

The ICPC in Nigeria is advocating for enhanced forensic capabilities to address the rising sophistication of corruption and financial fraud cases.

Mar 10 • 12:58 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PF advances in inquiry investigating the participation of former president of BRB in the Master case

Federal Police in Brazil have intensified an investigation into former BRB president Paulo Henrique Costa's alleged involvement in a financial scheme related to the Master bank case.

Mar 10 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Dead Baby Placed on Judge's Desk, Chaos Erupts in Courtroom

In Jabalpur, chaos ensued in a courtroom when a man placed a deceased fetus on the judge's desk, pleading for justice after his wife suffered a miscarriage due to alleged attacks on their family over exposing a financial scam.

Mar 10 • 08:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Parliament Member A. Gedvilas' Inheritance: A Million in Cash, Money from 'Jozita' and Concealed Palaces

The article investigates the financial dealings and potential corruption linked to Lithuanian Parliament member A. Gedvilas, revealing large cash amounts, connections to a company called 'Jozita', and suspicious financial operations.

Mar 9 • 18:35 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Member of Parliament Gedvilas Kraitis: A Million in Cash, Money from 'Jozita' and Hidden Palaces

The article investigates Gedvilas Kraitis, a member of the Lithuanian Parliament, revealing questionable financial ties to the 'Jozita' gas station and substantial unexplained wealth.

Mar 9 • 17:09 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Money, mafias, and oblivion: the conscience of Siena now fears the truth about David Rossi and Mps

The city of Siena grapples with the haunting legacy of David Rossi’s death, amidst fears of the truth surrounding the incidents leading to it and the broader implications involving financial corruptions.

Mar 8 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Congress does not want to approve a bill to prevent new Master cases

The Brazilian Congress has postponed a crucial vote on a bill aimed at enhancing the Central Bank's ability to manage struggling financial institutions, amidst a backdrop of a financial scandal involving Banco Master.

Mar 7 • 12:10 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Burkina Faso: End of Debates in the Trial of a Massive Embezzlement of Ministerial Funds

The trial regarding the embezzlement of approximately three billion CFA francs in Burkina Faso has concluded, with prison time and financial penalties being requested for the accused.

Mar 7 • 07:14 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

‘Two sessions’ 2026: China’s zero corruption, financial superpower push

The South China Morning Post discusses China's ongoing efforts to combat corruption and strengthen its financial status ahead of the 2026 'two sessions' meetings.

Mar 7 • 02:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Nothing unusual regarding the business sector,' says reader about Lulinha's financial data

Readers express mixed opinions about the financial activities of Lulinha, questioning the integrity of reporting and discussing transparency in financial dealings.

Mar 7 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amazonprev invested R$ 390 million in financial letters from 4 private banks without analysis or oversight, says Federal Police

The Federal Police are investigating whether Amazonprev officials received bribes to invest in Banco Master.

Mar 7 • 00:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CNJ removes judge for decisions in case linked to Refinaria de Manguinhos

The National Justice Council (CNJ) has removed Judge Guaraci de Campos Vianna from his position following decisions deemed egregiously wrong in a legal case related to the Refinaria de Manguinhos during an investigation into financial fraud.

Mar 6 • 13:59 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

KNAB Suspends the Activity of the 'New Harmony' Party for a Period of Time

The Riga City Court has temporarily suspended the activities of the 'New Harmony' political party for one month due to its failure to return illegally obtained funds and submit required financial reports.

Mar 6 • 12:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The terrors and turbulence of the Master case have only just begun

The Master scandal, a significant financial fraud case in Brazil, involves numerous high-profile individuals and is far from resolution, causing political turmoil as elections approach.

Mar 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Corruption and influence in the CDMX Prosecutor's Office?: The plot of Javier Nájera and his accomplices

The article explores the questionable practices of Javier Nájera, a self-proclaimed financial guru, who allegedly manipulates financial firms for personal gain, highlighting issues of corruption and influence in the Mexican financial sector.

Mar 6 • 08:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Prosecutors filed a lawsuit against politicians from Lazdijai, Marijampolė, and Prienai regarding "checks"

Prosecutors are seeking the return of over €42,000 to the municipalities from several politicians implicated in potential financial misconduct.

Mar 6 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula's son made 1,500 bank transactions and moved R$ 19.5 million between 2022 and 2026, reveals breach of secrecy

A congressional committee in Brazil revealed that Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, conducted extensive financial transactions amounting to R$ 19.5 million amid allegations of financial impropriety.

Mar 6 • 01:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Anhanguera News First Edition of Thursday, March 5, 2026

The report covers various events in Brazil, including a significant financial shortfall impacting banks, an investigation into a prison suicide attempt, and political developments involving former President Trump.

Mar 5 • 21:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Corruption in the Russian Ministry of Defense. Laundering and stealing money for Putin's war

A high-ranking official in the Russian Ministry of Defense, Ruslan Calikov, has been arrested for corruption, marking a significant escalation in a crackdown on financial misconduct within the military sector.

Mar 5 • 17:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps probe disability commission over ₦97m PoS contract fraud

The Nigerian House of Representatives is investigating the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities over allegations of financial irregularities in a ₦97 million procurement contract.

Mar 5 • 17:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

G1 and TV Subaé videos - Thursday, March 5, 2026

Investigations and controversies emerge in Brazil, including a police inquiry about a prison suicide attempt, financial controversies involving political figures, and a discussion of vaccine efficacy.

Mar 5 • 17:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

A reporter uncovered how money from arms dealer Strnad flows to the Slovak minister.

A report reveals financial connections between Czech arms dealer Strnad and a Slovak minister.

Mar 5 • 04:59 UTC
🇧🇷 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 • 23:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deputy requests the CPMI of INSS to break secrecy of Vorcaro's employee

Deputy Rogério Correia has requested the CPMI to authorize the breaking of bank and tax secrecy for Ana Cláudia Queiroz de Paiva, an employee linked to banker Daniel Vorcaro, involved in a financial crime investigation.

Mar 4 • 23:17 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st Edition Regions of Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Vorcaro group allegedly hacked the systems of PF, FBI, and Interpol, and is involved in a significant financial scandal.

Mar 4 • 19:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: RJ1 of Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The article discusses various critical incidents and legal actions in Brazil, including a significant financial scandal involving Vorcaro and the police's investigations into these issues.

Mar 4 • 17:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Acre this Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The report highlights several key events in Brazil, including a financial scandal and calls for urgent investigations by politicians.

Mar 4 • 16:59 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

A Company Close to Oligarch Strnad Paid Kaliňák for 'Market Analyses'

Investigations have uncovered a financial connection between billionaire arms dealer Michal Strnad and Slovak defense minister Robert Kaliňák, involving payments for market analysis services.

Mar 4 • 15:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Daniel Vorcaro 'concealed' R$ 2.2 billion in his father's account, says Federal Police in banker’s arrest request

Federal Police allege that banker Daniel Vorcaro hid R$ 2.2 billion in his father’s account, leading to a new arrest request after his release in 2025.

Mar 4 • 15:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The trial for Shared Dreams began, with Schoklender and De Vido in the dock

The trial regarding the Shared Dreams housing program, involving the Schoklender brothers and De Vido, has commenced, addressing alleged financial misconduct in a significant social housing initiative.

Mar 4 • 14:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Zettel, brother-in-law of Vorcaro, surrenders to Federal Police in SP

Businessman Fabiano Zettel, brother-in-law of former banker Daniel Vorcaro, surrendered to the Federal Police in São Paulo amid investigations into financial fraud linked to the Master group.

Mar 4 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Master Case: who are the targets of the operation that arrested Daniel Vorcaro; measures include arrests and use of ankle monitors

The arrest of Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, was ordered by Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Court, highlighting an investigation into a criminal organization with ties to corruption and financial crimes.

Mar 4 • 13:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Who is Daniel Vorcaro's brother-in-law arrested during PF operation regarding Banco Master

Fabiano Campos Zettel, the brother-in-law of Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, was arrested in a federal operation investigating financial fraud.

Mar 4 • 12:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'The Group': Who's Who in the Group Investigated for Threats that Led to the New Arrest of Vorcaro

Brazilian banker Daniel Vorcaro was arrested again in connection with an organized crime group involved in intimidation and financial misconduct.

Mar 4 • 12:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mendonça's decision that led to Vorcaro's arrest cites criminal organization, billion-dollar damage, and threats to investigations

A decision by Minister André Mendonça resulted in the arrest of banker Vorcaro, highlighting links to organized crime, financial crimes, and threats to opponents and investigations.

Mar 4 • 11:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Head of Police Federation of England and Wales arrested on suspicion of corruption

The head of the Police Federation of England and Wales, Mukund Krishna, was arrested alongside two other national board members on suspicion of corruption following an investigation into financial wrongdoing.

Mar 4 • 11:37 UTC

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