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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Ombudsman Raises Red Flag On Officials Serving in Government, Party Positions Simultaneously

The Office of the Ombudsman in Liberia is preparing to report to the Senate about government officials who are allegedly violating the National Code of Conduct by holding positions in both the government and political parties.

Mar 2 • 10:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

People are concerned and suffer from it, but it is not talked about either

A recent report highlights the ongoing public concern over insecurity in Argentina, often overlooked in political discourse.

Mar 2 • 00:16 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Conflict Between Emerging Parties Supported by Generation Z and Established Parties in Nepal's General Election

Nepal is set to hold its first general election after a political upheaval on March 5, with significant competition between youth-supported new parties and established parties.

Mar 1 • 22:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero personally designed the company for his payer 25 days after the Sánchez-Iglesias pact to govern for four years

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero was directly involved in the creation of Análisis Relevante, a controversial company, a short time after the political agreement for governance between Pedro Sánchez and Pablo Iglesias.

Mar 1 • 21:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Sting for G. Nausėda Regarding the Ignored 'Book Fair': 'It's Not Worth Doing When Your Ratings Are Rapidly Falling'

Mykolas Riomerio University professor Virgis Valentinavičius criticizes Lithuania's political situation, arguing that party leader S. Skvernelis must remain in his position despite ongoing corruption investigations.

Mar 1 • 07:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Promises, ghost commission and working nucleus: what is known about the investigation that points to embezzlement in social projects in TO

An investigation into a social project aimed at vulnerable youth in Palmas revealed embezzlement of public funds that were funneled through ghost companies and political agents.

Feb 28 • 21:20 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Politics Through Masiulis' Eyes: Ten Untold Stories About Grybauskaitė, Paksas, Zuokas, and the Russians

Former Lithuanian politician E.Masiulis reveals untold political stories in his new book, implicating various leaders in potentially controversial dealings.

Feb 28 • 09:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Generation Z of Nepal presses to defeat the old guard in the upcoming elections: 'We want to see new faces'

Nepal's Generation Z is actively campaigning to replace the old political guard ahead of the impending elections on March 5, following protests that led to the resignation of the former prime minister.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

New York businesswoman sentenced to nine years for $30m political finance scheme

Sherry Xue Li was sentenced to nine years in prison for her role in a $30 million scheme defrauding foreign investors and funneling money into U.S. political campaigns.

Feb 27 • 23:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Positions, influences, areas: seized spreadsheet lists 'what they have' deputies and 'requests' made to Bacellar, according to the Federal Police

A seized spreadsheet reveals the political connections and requests made by several deputies in the Rio de Janeiro state assembly, leading to an investigation into potential corruption.

Feb 27 • 21:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CBI's evidence fails, will ED case also derail? Kejriwal's chances of getting 'electoral lifeline' increase with clean chit

The court's acquittal of Kejriwal and others in a corruption case is a significant political boost for the Aam Aadmi Party.

Feb 27 • 17:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

How the TikTok Ban Failed in Albania

TikTok has returned to Albania after a year-long ban, raising issues about internet safety and censorship amid political turmoil.

Feb 27 • 14:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Epstein: Who was he, who protected him, and how did he build the power network that still burns?

The article explores the life and influence of Jeffrey Epstein, examining how he gained wealth and prominence despite lacking formal qualifications, and the ongoing political implications of his legacy.

Feb 27 • 13:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lobby obstruction hinders the end of the 6x1 schedule and supersalaries

The approval of a law intended to combat corruption and lobby influence in Congress is stalled due to political maneuvering and powerful lobbies.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Indian court acquits Modi’s opponent Kejriwal in graft case

An Indian court has acquitted Arvind Kejriwal, former chief minister of Delhi, in a corruption case he alleges was part of a political conspiracy by the ruling party.

Feb 27 • 08:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Police apply for '100 million won confiscation order' against Kang Sun-woo for alleged acceptance of political donation

Police have applied for a confiscation order of 100 million won against independent lawmaker Kang Sun-woo, who is suspected of receiving a political donation.

Feb 27 • 07:27 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Sudan: Can President Kiir Stabilize South Sudan?

The political instability in South Sudan continues as President Salva Kiir fires his ninth finance minister since 2020 amidst ongoing violence and governance issues.

Feb 27 • 06:39 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
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Carrió got involved in the AFA scandal and attacked a Peronist mayor from Greater Buenos Aires: 'Pilar is on its way to becoming a very mafia-like place'

Elisa Carrió criticized AFA and linked political figures in a corruption scandal involving Argentine football.

Feb 27 • 01:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The expensive friends of Master

The article discusses the unknown financial consequences of the Master conglomerate's default, highlighting significant losses and political interference in the investigation.

Feb 27 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Disarray disrupts agreement to cover up Master or INSS cases and politicians clash

An ongoing disarray threatens the political pact intended to suppress investigations into major corruption cases in Brazil, leading to increased tensions and infighting among politicians.

Feb 26 • 23:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: MG2 of Thursday, February 26, 2026

The article discusses various political incidents in Brazil, including an investigation into Lulinha, a CPI session characterized by violence, and several other political updates.

Feb 26 • 21:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula recalls the 7-1, accusations of corruption under Dilma, and seeks 'redemption' with the women's national team

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva recalls Brazil's humiliating 7-1 loss in the 2014 World Cup, addressing underlying political corruption claims and expressing hope for redemption through the upcoming women's soccer team's performance.

Feb 26 • 21:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Setback for a businessman, Cristina and De Vido in the trial for the Coima Notebooks

The Argentine Federal Criminal Cassation Court rejected a businessman’s offer to pay and perform community service to avoid prosecution in a corruption trial involving notable political figures.

Feb 26 • 20:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL1 of Wednesday, February 25, 2026

A CPI session in Brazil escalated into a physical confrontation while discussing sensitive political issues, including the financial conduct of public figures and various interventions by politicians.

Feb 26 • 19:48 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Fight against corruption or political maneuver? What the anti-insider trading law promoted by Donald Trump really hides

The article explores Donald Trump's push for anti-insider trading laws aimed at Congress members, questioning whether this is a genuine fight against corruption or a political tactic.

Feb 26 • 19:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Lunch Journal Florianópolis of Thursday, February 26, 2026

The Lunch Journal from Florianópolis reports on congressional turmoil and significant developments in ongoing investigations involving notable figures in Brazilian politics.

Feb 26 • 18:34 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Corruption Case of the Plant Protection Service: STT Questioned Former Head J. Kornijenko

Former head of the Plant Protection Service, J. Kornijenko, was questioned by STT in connection to a corruption investigation involving multiple officials from the agency.

Feb 26 • 17:51 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
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The Criminal Case of Eugenijus Sabutis Transferred to Court

The criminal case against Eugenijus Sabutis, a council member in Jonava, has been forwarded to court over accusations of fraud involving falsified expense reports.

Feb 26 • 11:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Byung-ki, summoned by police after two months, expresses concerns about missed timing in investigation

Independent lawmaker Kim Byung-ki, facing multiple corruption allegations, was summoned for police questioning after a two-month investigation delay.

Feb 26 • 09:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘The world is still as bent and corrupt’: Our Friends in the North returns to the stage

The acclaimed British television series 'Our Friends in the North' is being revived on stage, highlighting ongoing themes of political corruption and social decay.

Feb 26 • 07:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Breaking News] Kim Byung-ki's First Appearance Before the Police... 13 Allegations Including Campaign Bribery

Independent lawmaker Kim Byung-ki, embroiled in 13 various allegations including illegal political funding, appeared before the police for the first time as a suspect on the 26th of the month.

Feb 26 • 00:56 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Minister Nataly Morillo on the GAD Expenditure Law: 'The people's money should go to the people, not to political pockets'

Minister Natalia Morillo emphasized that the newly approved expenditure law for autonomous decentralized governments aims to ensure that public funds benefit the citizens directly.

Feb 25 • 20:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Prosecutors wanted to charge Blažek in the bitcoin case. And then "unprecedented" things began to happen

Prosecutors in Czechia are investigating a controversial political case involving a bitcoin donation linked to illegal activities, with calls to charge former Minister Blažek and his deputy.

Feb 25 • 19:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Notebooks of the Bribes: The Trial Court Rejected an Attempt by Ricardo Jaime to Dismiss One of the Judges

In a legal move, Ricardo Jaime's attempt to disqualify judge Fernando Canero on grounds of perceived bias has been rejected by the Federal Oral Court No. 7.

Feb 25 • 18:46 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Two Brazilian politicians convicted for the murder of Marielle Franco

Two Brazilian politicians were convicted for orchestrating the murder of activist Marielle Franco in 2018.

Feb 25 • 17:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Epstein Case as an Anatomy of Unofficial Power. Why It Works So Well

The Jeffrey Epstein case is depicted as a scandal of sexual deviance and political corruption, revealing the workings of unofficial power in modern democracies, particularly relevant to the Czech Republic.

Feb 25 • 15:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: MG1 of Wednesday, February 25, 2026

This article summarizes key events and stories from Brazil, including political developments and social issues.

Feb 25 • 14:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

For Stability! loses nearly 200,000 euros in state budget funding

The political party 'For Stability!' will not receive 195,829 euros from the state budget after its parliamentary fraction ceased operations, according to Latvia's anti-corruption bureau.

Feb 25 • 12:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VRK, STT, FNTT and the General Prosecutor's Office confirmed receiving a request regarding the financing of 'Aušra' members

Lithuania's electoral commission, along with anti-corruption and prosecutorial bodies, has received and registered a request concerning the financing of the political party 'Nemuno Aušra'.

Feb 25 • 11:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Goiás this Wednesday, February 25, 2026

This article highlights a series of significant news from various regions in Brazil, focusing on law enforcement actions against corruption and forthcoming political tensions involving the United States and Iran.

Feb 25 • 10:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

‘1 billion won nomination fund suspicion’ Kang Seon-woo and Kim Kyung to undergo arrest examination on the 3rd of next month

Kang Seon-woo and Kim Kyung are set to face arrest examinations on the 3rd of next month regarding allegations of exchanging 100 million won as illegal political donations.

Feb 25 • 09:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Joint Investigation Team on Religious-Political Collusion Summons Former Lawmaker Kim Kyu-hwan Over Allegations of Receiving Money from the Unification Church

The joint investigation team is questioning former lawmaker Kim Kyu-hwan regarding allegations of accepting unlawful funds from the Unification Church prior to the 2020 general elections.

Feb 25 • 02:02 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Dossier Investigations, Gasparri: "Today a parliamentary document reveals who De Raho is: the grillini should apologize"

The Italian Antimafia Commission approved a majority report on the misconduct related to political dossier investigations, sparking controversy over high-profile prosecutors.

Feb 24 • 21:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Preliminary investigation for Voridis, Avgenakis requested by the opposition – The findings for OPEKEPE

The opposition demands a preliminary investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal, indicating significant political implications and responsibility that extend beyond individual officials.

Feb 24 • 16:17 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
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The National Alliance must repay unlawfully used state funding - 210,673 euros

The National Alliance party in Latvia is required to repay 210,673 euros after exceeding budget limits on state funding for political communication expenses.

Feb 24 • 14:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The American story should not be idealized; it has always carried a mix of liberal ideals and autocracy

The article discusses the complexities of American political history, particularly during the Trump administration, highlighting concerns over corruption, the treatment of immigrants, and the potential long-term impacts on democracy.

Feb 24 • 13:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The manipulation and interference of justice sentenced in four corruption cases amount to $5.3 million in fines and economic reparations

Ecuadorian courts imposed economic reparations and fines totaling $5.3 million in four corruption cases involving manipulation and interference by economic and political powers.

Feb 24 • 12:00 UTC

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