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🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

To Vima today: Why the investigation into the wiretaps is reopening

An Athens court has decided to reopen the investigation into illegal wiretapping, raising concerns about potential government involvement.

Mar 2 • 03:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police investigates minors working in illegal mining with explosives near national park in Pará

A federal operation in Pará, Brazil, has uncovered minors working in illegal copper mining activities near a national park, prompting a federal investigation.

Feb 27 • 22:22 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Chios: Five arrests for the shipwreck with 15 dead – Three more trafficking cases under investigation

Eight individuals face criminal charges and five arrests result from an international investigation into a shipwreck off Chios where 15 migrants died.

Feb 27 • 16:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Police Re-summon Assemblyman Kim Byeong-ki After 14-hour Interrogation the Day Before

Independent assemblyman Kim Byeong-ki, facing multiple allegations including illegal political funding, was questioned for over 14 hours by police and is set to continue his testimony.

Feb 27 • 01:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil Police launches operation in Bodocó and seizes weapons, drugs, vehicles, and cell phones

The Civil Police of Pernambuco conducted an operation in Bodocó, leading to the seizure of illegal firearms, drugs, and vehicles in connection with a murder investigation.

Feb 26 • 22:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPF denies agreement with garimpeiro for continuing to explore minerals in the Sararé Indigenous Land (MT)

The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) in Brazil unanimously rejected an agreement with a garimpeiro under investigation for allegedly continuing illegal mineral extraction in the Sararé Indigenous Land.

Feb 26 • 20:11 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Prosecutors, police, SBU suspected of illegal surveillance to obstruct Ukraine's biggest graft case

Authorities in Ukraine, including prosecutors and SBU agents, are alleged to have engaged in illegal surveillance to undermine a significant anti-corruption investigation known as the Midas operation.

Feb 26 • 17:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Drug Finds in Penzberg: Police Arrest Suspected Major Dealers

Police in Penzberg have arrested two suspected major drug dealers during an investigation related to a sexual offense, uncovering a significant stash of illegal drugs.

Feb 26 • 16:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Prosecutor's Office has started assessing K. Žukauskas' request regarding the 'Auspicious Ones', assigned STT to investigate another part

The Lithuanian Prosecutor's Office is investigating a request about the financial dealings of the 'Nemuno aušra' political party and has directed the Special Investigation Service to examine related allegations of illegal influence on an independent institution's decisions.

Feb 26 • 13:48 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The file on wiretapping is reopened, investigation into attempted espionage

The court in Greece has handed severe penalties to four individuals involved in illegal wiretapping, drawing significant political reactions and highlighting constitutional rights violations.

Feb 26 • 11:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Police caught repeatedly convicted Klaipėda residents with drugs

A pre-trial investigation has been initiated against two Klaipėda men, aged 60 and 65, known to law enforcement for their ties to organized crime and illegal drug distribution.

Feb 26 • 07:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Aro" sappers rushed to Marijampolė – a hand grenade and grenade detonator found in the basement of a house

A hand grenade and detonator were discovered in a house basement in Marijampolė, prompting a police operation and an investigation into illegal possession of explosives.

Feb 26 • 06:19 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
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Big revelation in SIR investigation, 'Rani Begum' turns out to be Bangladeshi, passport-visa seized

A shocking case has emerged in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur district involving a woman posing as 'Rani Begum,' who has been identified as originally from Bangladesh during a voter verification process.

Feb 25 • 15:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Construction Waste Dumped in Babīte District

Latvian authorities have discovered illegal dumping of construction waste in Babīte District, prompting an investigation.

Feb 25 • 14:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Emotions ran high during Trump's speech: "Murderer!"

During Trump's Congressional speech, Minnesota Congress member Ilhan Omar called him a 'murderer' in response to his comments on illegal immigration and a fraud investigation targeting the Somali community.

Feb 25 • 10:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A telescopic baton was found in a man's car in Panevėžys district

A telescopic baton was discovered during a partial inspection of a man's car in Panevėžys district, prompting an investigation for illegal possession of a non-firearm weapon.

Feb 25 • 07:18 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Dossier Investigations, the Circle Tightens on de Raho. Gasparri: "The PD Distorts the Truth"

The Italian Anti-Mafia Commission has approved a major report detailing alleged illegal activities by military personnel linked to political figures and economic actors.

Feb 24 • 15:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'The Lip King's' dark life from surgery 'sex' claim to BBL death and illegal jabs

Jordan James Parke, known as 'The Lip King', has died at 34, leading to a manslaughter investigation involving two arrests.

Feb 24 • 12:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Suspicions of possible illegal acceptance of construction objects for use in Daugavpils

The Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau is investigating potential misuse of office by officials in the Daugavpils municipal planning and construction department.

Feb 23 • 16:32 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

KNAB is investigating possible illegal acceptance of construction objects in Daugavpils

The Latvian Anti-Corruption Bureau is conducting a pre-trial investigation into possible abuse of power by a public official regarding the acceptance of two construction sites in Daugavpils.

Feb 23 • 14:15 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
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police to summon Kim Byeong-gi for the first time on the 26th regarding ‘13 types of allegations’ including illegal political funds and preferential treatment

Police in Seoul are set to summon independent lawmaker Kim Byeong-gi on the 26th and 27th for questioning about various allegations, including illegal political funding and abuse of power.

Feb 22 • 11:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Patryk Jaki may have problems. He was caught committing an offense. The police are investigating the matter

Polish MEP Patryk Jaki is under investigation for allegedly parking illegally in Warsaw while attending a TV appearance, raising questions about compliance with traffic laws.

Feb 20 • 12:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Man to be held accountable for illegal television provision in Latgale

Latvian police have completed an investigation into illegal television services provided in Latgale and seek to hold a man accountable for the offenses.

Feb 20 • 09:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Homemade Vodka and Smuggled Cigarettes Found During a Raid in Telšiai

A raid in Telšiai uncovered homemade vodka and smuggled cigarettes, leading to an investigation against the suspect for illegal production and sale of alcohol.

Feb 20 • 08:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Scandal in the Turkish League: Betting Network and Match Manipulation Discovered

Turkish authorities have arrested 32 suspects, including football club officials, in an investigation into match-fixing and illegal betting in domestic professional football leagues.

Feb 20 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch probe reopened amid gruesome claims

The investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch has been reopened by New Mexico authorities following new allegations of illegal activities.

Feb 19 • 23:37 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
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

The Casation Court denied Deputy Marcela Pagano and Franco Bindi access to the investigation of the ANDIS audio leaks

The Casation Court in Argentina has denied Deputy Marcela Pagano and her partner Franco Bindi access to documents in an investigation regarding the illegal leak of audio recordings from former ANDIS head Diego Spagnuolo.

Feb 19 • 19:02 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The chairwoman of the election commission revealed why an investigation was initiated regarding the funding of 'Nemunas Aušra'

An investigation has been initiated into the potential illegal funding of the political party 'Nemunas Aušra,' allegedly involving over €130,000 in undisclosed donations.

Feb 19 • 17:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Gift shop in west Victorian small town targeted in late night fire

A gift shop in Dimboola, Australia, was firebombed overnight, prompting an investigation into possible links to the illegal tobacco trade.

Feb 19 • 03:52 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kikilias: The investigation for Chios is proceeding normally by those who have jurisdiction and responsibility

Greek Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vasilis Kikilias, stated that the administrative investigation into the Chios shipwreck is progressing as planned, stressing the importance of protecting the country from illegal immigration and investing in maritime infrastructure.

Feb 18 • 13:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

STT on Initiated Changes to the Penal Code: We Have No Data on Possible Illegal Compensation for Actions in the Seimas

The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service reports a lack of evidence regarding illegal lobbying amid ongoing discussions about changes to the Penal Code in the Seimas.

Feb 18 • 09:13 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

EU launches probe against Shein over illegal items and addictive design

The EU has initiated a formal investigation into Shein for potential violations of the Digital Services Act, following past controversies related to product safety.

Feb 17 • 21:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The European Union will investigate Shein for illegal products and addictive design

The European Union has launched a formal investigation into Shein, a Chinese online retailer, over illegal product sales and concerns about addictive site design.

Feb 17 • 19:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Journal Anhanguera 1st Edition of Tuesday, February 17, 2026

A news roundup highlights various events, including carnival celebrations, live performances, and a legal investigation regarding illegal access to data of ministers and their relatives in Brazil.

Feb 17 • 19:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After the scandal over sex dolls, the European Union threatens to ban the Chinese platform Shein

The European Union has launched an investigation into China's Shein, potentially leading to its prohibition in Europe due to concerns over illegal products and addictive service designs.

Feb 17 • 18:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Moraes says PF investigation points to 'multiple illegal accesses' to data of ministers and relatives

The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil reported illegal access to the financial data of ministers and their families following a Federal Police operation targeting public servants.

Feb 17 • 15:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

V. P. Andriukaitis' Strict Words to G. Paluckas: Urges Him to Resign from the Parliamentary Mandate

Former Prime Minister V. P. Andriukaitis has advised G. Paluckas to resign from his parliamentary mandate and face legal disputes transparently following an investigation into abuse and illegal enrichment.

Feb 17 • 15:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After a day of discussions with STT officials, Paluckas has something to think about: "I will consider all calls"

Lithuanian politician G. Paluckas has undergone a lengthy interrogation regarding a criminal investigation into abuse and illegal enrichment, expressing his willingness to cooperate with authorities.

Feb 17 • 15:19 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

EU investigates Shein after sale of child-sized sex dolls

The EU has launched an investigation into Shein regarding the sale of illegal products, including child-sized sex dolls, after receiving significant criticism.

Feb 17 • 14:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation against illegal access to STF ministers' data executes search warrants in luxury condominium in Rio Preto

The Federal Police executed search warrants in a luxury condominium in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, as part of an investigation into potential data leaks involving Supreme Court ministers.

Feb 17 • 13:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

EU investigates Shein for selling illegal products and addictive design

The European Union has launched a formal investigation into the Chinese online retailer Shein for selling illegal products and concerns over potentially addictive design.

Feb 17 • 13:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shein under investigation over alleged illegal products and addictive design

Shein is being investigated by EU regulators for not sufficiently preventing the sale of illegal products and for its potentially addictive online shopping design.

Feb 17 • 12:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is Shein Addicting Users and Selling Illegal Products? EU Investigation Begins

The EU has launched an official investigation into the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein, focusing on its alleged sale of illegal products and concerns about its potentially addictive design.

Feb 17 • 12:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Official investigation by the Commission against Shein

The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Shein regarding addictive design practices, lack of transparency, and the sale of illegal products including child-like sex dolls.

Feb 17 • 12:26 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

EU investigates Shein for selling child-like sex dolls

The EU Commission is investigating the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein for the sale of child-like sex dolls, following concerns about illegal products in online marketplaces.

Feb 17 • 11:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Pedopornographic dolls, addictive design... Brussels opens an investigation against Shein

Brussels has launched an investigation into Shein under the Digital Services Act regarding the platform's measures to limit the sale of illegal products in the EU.

Feb 17 • 11:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The EU opens an investigation against Shein for selling weapons and child-like sex dolls

The European Union has launched an investigation into Shein over the sale of illegal products, including weapons and sex dolls resembling children.

Feb 17 • 11:14 UTC

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