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🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The 'Magic' of the Media: An Emigrant Posing as a Publisher Pumped Data from the Register Center Unrestricted

A report reveals that a public institution masquerading as a media outlet misappropriated data, with ties to a well-known political discussion program being falsely claimed.

Mar 23 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Man arrested as several people rushed to hospital after taking Zopiclone

A 65-year-old man has been arrested following multiple hospitalizations linked to the consumption of Zopiclone, prompting police warnings about its misuse.

Mar 22 • 16:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

Debts Over 140,000 Euros: Con Artist Tarmo Tsauram Has Nearly One Hundred Frauds on His Conscience

Tarmo Tsauram, a notorious con artist in Estonia, is facing legal proceedings for multiple frauds committed between 2020 and 2022, involving the misuse of identities to secure loans and installment contracts.

Mar 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Paweł Rochowicz: In the relation between the tax office and the taxpayer, it is better to create good regulations than to flip a coin

The Polish government is proposing a legislative reform to tackle both tax fraud and the misuse of procedural tricks by tax authorities, aiming for more equitable tax regulations.

Mar 21 • 13:38 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Susie Alegre: When chatbots fuel violence, who pays the price?

The article discusses the accountability of AI companies like OpenAI in light of a recent mass shooting in Canada linked to the misuse of chatbots.

Mar 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Turn in the case of the guard who set himself on fire in Rosario: they are investigating whether the flames were due to misuse of a Taser

A private security guard in Rosario set himself on fire during a protest for unpaid wages, leading investigators to explore whether a Taser mishap caused the incident.

Mar 20 • 17:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Special Funds: Is 'Purpose Misuse' Also 'Illegal'?

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the German government's use of special funds for infrastructure and climate neutrality, highlighting the debate over whether the allocation of these funds to non-investment purposes is legally permissible.

Mar 20 • 07:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PM removes 4 agents from Bope for 'misuse' of body cameras during operation in Morro dos Prazeres

Four police officers from the Bope special operations battalion were removed from street patrol following alleged misuse of body cameras during an operation in Morro dos Prazeres, Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 19 • 21:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Isn't that person a narcissist?… People who weaponize psychological terms

The article discusses the misuse of psychological terms like 'narcissist' and 'gaslighting' as tools of personal attack in interpersonal relationships, warning of the implications this trend has for genuine psychological discourse.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Serious steps taken by Gautam Gambhir against fake videos and misuse of AI

Gautam Gambhir has approached the Delhi High Court over the alleged misuse of his identity, filing a civil suit demanding strict action against AI deepfakes, fake videos, and unauthorized merchandise sales.

Mar 19 • 16:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

When organizations react, it is not a sign of 'judgmentalism'. It is a necessary reaction.

The article argues that organizations' reactions to individuals in power are justified and necessary, especially when there are concerns about misuse of power and potential connections to problematic environments.

Mar 19 • 13:29 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Fraudulent Ads Using Celebrity Images 'Visualized' - Civil Group Receives Reports Through Website

A Japanese civil group has launched a website to report fraudulent advertisements that misuse celebrity images, aiming to visualize and track these scams.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

CJEU: rights under GDPR cannot be used for money

A Vienna man requested information about his personal data processed by Brillen Rottler, but the company denied his request, citing misuse of GDPR rights.

Mar 19 • 10:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Gautam Gambhir approaches court against AI deepfake and major companies

Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir has filed a civil suit in Delhi High Court against the misuse of his identity due to AI deepfake videos and unauthorized merchandise.

Mar 19 • 08:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Kokoomus Youth's Financial Scandal: New Information in Police Documents

New revelations in police documents regarding the Kokoomus Youth financial scandal indicate potential misuse of the membership register, although no criminal investigation will proceed.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Juchelka gave influence over subsidies to an adviser. He transferred the company to his daughter from gymnasium

The article discusses the controversial transfer of a company owned by Juchelka to his daughter amid allegations of misuse of influence over subsidy decisions.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Lee's Warning About 'Fraud Charges'... National Tax Service Head Says 'Comprehensive Verification of Business Loans for Housing Purchases'

The National Tax Service of South Korea will conduct comprehensive verifications of business loans utilized for housing purchases, following President Lee Jae-myung's warning against their misuse as a form of fraud.

Mar 19 • 01:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Podcast: 'On the Point': Special Fund: The Illusion Trick of the Federal Government

The podcast discusses the significant debt package approved by the German government, highlighting issues of misuse of funds and the implications for budget transparency.

Mar 18 • 16:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Police Will Not Initiate Preliminary Investigation into Alteration of the National Coalition Party's Membership Register

The police in Helsinki have decided not to pursue a preliminary investigation regarding potential misuse of the National Coalition Party's membership register after reviewing the details of the case.

Mar 18 • 12:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Allegations of Personal Use of Veterans Affairs Counsel in Chairman's Personal Lawsuits

Allegations have emerged that Shin Sang-tae, the Chairman of the Korea Veterans Association, has repeatedly mobilized the association's legal counsel for his personal lawsuits, raising concerns about misuse of resources.

Mar 18 • 10:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Defibrillator was even given to the dying. A criminal complaint was filed in the explosive case by the minister

Czech Health Minister Adam Vojtěch has filed a criminal complaint regarding the potential misuse of public health funds tied to the implantation of defibrillators in patients who may not have needed them at a hospital in Olomouc.

Mar 17 • 15:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

News Quiz from March 17: What was the special fund misused for?

A quiz is presented to test readers' knowledge on current news events.

Mar 17 • 13:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Bilger: No Misuse of Special Funds

Steffen Bilger from the CDU defends the government's allocation of special funds against claims of misuse by the Ifo Institute.

Mar 17 • 10:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

If caught using 'AI' in this exam, you will be blacklisted for life and could face jail!

The CET Cell in India has announced new and strict guidelines for the 2026 exams to prevent cheating, particularly through the misuse of artificial intelligence and other digital tools.

Mar 17 • 10:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Prisoner constrained by chains screams... Human Rights Commission advises against abuse of force

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has issued a recommendation to a prison warden to prevent the misuse of restraining devices in correctional facilities and to ensure that video recording is utilized when force is applied.

Mar 17 • 05:53 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Lake St. Martin First Nation undergoes forensic audit of $88M in federal funding

Lake St. Martin First Nation is undergoing a forensic audit of $88 million in federal funds due to an unspecified allegation of misuse.

Mar 16 • 18:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britannica Encyclopedia sues OpenAI for alleged misuse of its material in training artificial intelligence

Britannica Encyclopedia and its subsidiary Merriam-Webster have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in federal court for allegedly using their reference materials to train AI models.

Mar 16 • 14:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Medics Condemn Arrest of Nairobi Hospital Board Chair

The arrest of Nairobi Hospital Board Chair Dr. Obwaka has raised concerns among medical professionals in Kenya regarding due process and potential misuse of law enforcement.

Mar 16 • 10:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In the cases of three Kupiškis council members, nearly 16 thousand euros are sought to be reclaimed

Prosecutors are attempting to reclaim nearly €16,000 from three members of the Kupiškis municipal council due to potential misuse of funds allocated for council-related expenses.

Mar 16 • 09:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Small companies will also be able to check employees on sick leave. But will they want to?

Changes in Polish law will allow small companies to monitor sick leave, raising concerns about the potential for misuse and the challenges of implementation.

Mar 16 • 04:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A New Phenomenon is Spreading in Sales – An Expert Warns About New Trend Substances

Peptides, promoted as health products, are gaining popularity among fitness enthusiasts, raising concerns about their untested nature and potential misuse in doping.

Mar 16 • 04:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Volodymyr Zelensky: Ukraine needs to tighten drone export regulations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for stricter regulations on drone exports to prevent misuse and ensure national defense.

Mar 15 • 17:39 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Russian captain requested to be detained

A Russian captain of the vessel Sea Owl has been requested for detention in Sweden for serious misuse of a false document.

Mar 15 • 09:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moraes authorizes searches in journalist's equipment and threatens source protection

Brazilian Minister Alexandre de Moraes has authorized a search of journalist Luís Pablo Conceição Almeida's devices as part of a confidential investigation into the possible misuse of an official vehicle by Minister Flávio Dino.

Mar 15 • 02:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Repeatedly used false quote from Kamala Harris: "Iran is a country, but we do not live there"

The article discusses the misuse of a fabricated quote attributed to Kamala Harris regarding Iran, highlighting the spread of misinformation on social media.

Mar 14 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Urbia requests GCM support to contain what it calls 'misuse' of the Ibirapuera Marquise by skateboarders and rollerbladers

Urbia is seeking increased policing by the Metropolitan Civil Guard to control skateboarders and rollerbladers in the Ibirapuera Marquise, citing issues of misuse and vandalism since its reopening.

Mar 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moraes uses arbitrariness to protect colleague Dino

Minister Alexandre de Moraes of Brazil's Supreme Court has been criticized for allegedly using the police to protect a colleague by raiding the journalist who reported on his colleague's potential misuse of state resources.

Mar 14 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PSD of Rio files a representation in STJ against Castro and Curi for alleged political use of the police

The PSD party of Rio de Janeiro has filed a legal complaint against Governor Cláudio Castro and Secretary of Civil Police Felipe Curi, alleging misuse of police resources for political gain.

Mar 13 • 22:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Botellón and Butterfly Skin

The article discusses the misuse of cultural vouchers in Spain, particularly by young people who are using the funds for non-cultural activities like clubbing instead of intended purposes.

Mar 13 • 21:43 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The EU plans to ban large nitrous oxide canisters from 2027

The European Commission has proposed a ban on large nitrous oxide canisters to address health concerns related to their misuse for recreational purposes, set to be enacted across the EU from 2027.

Mar 13 • 18:12 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Hrönn and Jón Reject Major Accusations Against RIFF

Hrönn Marinósdóttir and the chairman of RIFF have denied serious allegations made against the festival regarding underpayment and misuse of resources.

Mar 13 • 12:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Jelena Tulčina strikes back at her identity thieves: 'Frauds!'

Jelena Tulčina publicly addressed identity theft issues during a YouTube lifestyle show, condemning fraudsters who misuse her image and credentials.

Mar 13 • 11:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Interview with the Lord Mayor of Duisburg: 'There are no no-go areas in Duisburg'

Duisburg's Mayor Sören Link addresses issues of social welfare misuse and his views on his party's mistakes in a recent interview.

Mar 13 • 09:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No more misuse of uniforms and logos in films, KVS issues warning

The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has issued a notice warning against the unauthorized use of its uniforms, logos, and institutional identity in films and digital content.

Mar 13 • 07:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Who are the lawyer and the delegate arrested for improper use of a Civil Police vehicle in MG

A police delegate and her lawyer husband were arrested in Belo Horizonte for using an unmarked police vehicle, leading to investigations of misuse of public property.

Mar 13 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moraes orders search and seizure against blogger from MA who published about Dino

The Federal Police executed search and seizure warrants against a Maranhão blogger over allegations related to the misuse of an official vehicle by Minister Flávio Dino.

Mar 12 • 20:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

An investigation has been opened regarding Manuel Adorni's trips with his wife to New York and Punta del Este

An investigation has been launched into public official Manuel Adorni's travels to New York and Punta del Este with his wife, amid allegations of misuse of public resources.

Mar 12 • 20:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After the arrest of a city councilor, PSD goes to STJ and MP against Castro and Curi for alleged political use of police

The PSD party in Rio de Janeiro is filing a criminal complaint against Governor Cláudio Castro and Police Secretary Felipe Curi for alleged misuse of police for political targeting.

Mar 12 • 19:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PSD intends to appeal to Moraes, PF, PGR, and STJ against 'political use' of ex-secretary Paes' arrest

The PSD party in Brazil plans to appeal to various authorities against what they see as the political misuse of police powers in the case of arrested councilman Salvino Oliveira.

Mar 12 • 18:51 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The misuse of disabled parking permits has increased significantly: permits are even being recycled within families, despite the permit holder being deceased

The misuse of disabled parking permits in Finland has increased dramatically, with unauthorized usage reportedly doubling over three years.

Mar 12 • 18:19 UTC

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