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🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

It's too early to say whether the police chief will be dismissed

The article discusses the uncertainty surrounding the potential dismissal of the police chief.

Mar 1 • 13:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Councilman demands explanations about flood barriers that stopped being automatically activated in Petrópolis

A councilman in Petrópolis is seeking accountability from the local government over the malfunctioning automatic flood barriers designed to prevent vehicle traffic during flooding.

Feb 28 • 19:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Famellos on Tempi: Support the struggle of the relatives, there must be Justice

Sokratis Famellos calls for justice and accountability in the aftermath of the Tempi train tragedy, stressing the importance of supporting the relatives' struggle and uncovering the truth.

Feb 28 • 13:13 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The Prime Minister must speak publicly about the wiretapping

A Greek court ruling has highlighted the importance of respecting individual rights in light of ongoing discussions about the wiretapping of public figures, urging the Prime Minister to address the issue.

Feb 28 • 11:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Where is the Public Ministry?', says reader about underutilization of resources in MG

Residents express frustration over the underutilization of resources for landslide prevention in Minas Gerais after heavy rains and significant fatalities.

Feb 28 • 00:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NNPC’s stake in Dangote refinery secures national interest – Reps

The Nigerian House of Representatives asserts that the NNPC's equity stake in the Dangote refinery enhances national interest and accountability in Africa's largest industrial project.

Feb 27 • 21:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police conducts operation against a judge from TJMG involved in a rape case; he has been removed from office

The Federal Police of Brazil has initiated an operation against Judge Magid Nauef Láuar of the Minas Gerais Court of Justice, resulting in his removal from office following controversies over his previous judgment in a rape case.

Feb 27 • 16:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

After the deadly accident: Starnberg is engulfed in grief

The tragic death of an eight-year-old boy in a traffic accident in Starnberg raises questions about traffic safety and accountability.

Feb 27 • 14:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

What the Tragedy of Tempi Teaches Us

The article discusses the tragic train collision at Tempi, Greece, emphasizing it as a systemic failure rather than a mere accident.

Feb 27 • 10:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The dismissed head of the railways is 'in hindrance'. He earns a salary of 340,000 per month

The former head of the Czech railways is currently receiving a hefty salary despite being dismissed from his position.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Sports

Emma Teitel: U.S. women’s hockey team deserves better than to be mocked

The article criticizes the U.S. men's hockey team for their disrespectful behavior towards the U.S. women’s team during a public event and highlights the need for accountability among athletes.

Feb 26 • 15:04 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Public officials who falsely reported illegal valley facilities will be given a chance to report again'

President Yoon has urged officials involved in the crackdown on illegal use of river and valley facilities to take the final opportunity to report accurately or face serious repercussions.

Feb 26 • 01:31 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Why Did the Fence Collapse Near Nausėda's House? Institutions Cite Different Reasons

A fence surrounding Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda's residence has been partially demolished following a complaint to the authorities regarding its legality and its encroachment on state land.

Feb 24 • 15:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ayuso never responded to the request to reinforce the investigation into another case of 'serious' sexual harassment in Móstoles

The Madrid regional government, led by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, has been accused of ignoring a request from the Ministry of Public Function to provide more information regarding a serious sexual harassment case in Móstoles.

Feb 24 • 08:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Abuse of 'dominant position'

The article discusses the creation of economic units with a dominant position in Greece and the government's questionable alignment with them instead of regulating their monopolistic practices.

Feb 24 • 07:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Teresa Siudem: Public Money Disbursement Transparency

The Central Register of Contracts in Poland will be launched to transparently record public spending agreements, obligating public sector units to register all contracts regardless of their value.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for New York: Kathy Hochul signed a historic law to improve safety and accountability in prisons

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a significant law aimed at enhancing safety and accountability in the state's prison system following public outrage over inmate deaths.

Feb 23 • 20:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From the Cucchi case to Uno Bianca: the uniform under accusation

The case of police officer Carmelo Cinturrino, accused of murder in the death of Abderrahim Mansouri, highlights ongoing concerns about police accountability and public trust in law enforcement in Italy.

Feb 23 • 11:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Achievements of the 'New Audit'

The Superior Audit of the Federation (ASF) maintains direct relationships with all public entities that manage federal resources at all levels of government in Mexico, ensuring accountability and oversight.

Feb 23 • 10:50 UTC
🇰🇷 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 • 06:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What should be done to prevent corruption cases in public entities?

The article discusses necessary measures to avoid corruption in public institutions in Ecuador, emphasizing rigorous employee selection and stronger penalties for corrupt individuals.

Feb 22 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See the value of the fines for traffic violations committed by the governor of Tocantins

The governor of Tocantins, Wanderlei Barbosa, has been caught committing serious traffic violations, including dangerous overtaking and transporting passengers without seatbelts, with fines potentially amounting to R$ 1,400.

Feb 21 • 13:16 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Pending Reform

The political dismissal of Mario Godoy from the presidency of the Judiciary Council marks a significant institutional response to public demand for accountability under the law in Ecuador.

Feb 21 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Correction: CGU report on the reconstruction of the bridge between TO and MA

G1 corrects a previous report regarding the CGU's findings on the reconstruction of the JK bridge, clarifying that it indicated a risk of overpricing rather than confirmed overpricing.

Feb 20 • 18:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

New Mexico to reopen investigation on Epstein’s ranch amid pressure campaign

New Mexico has reopened an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch due to new revelations and public pressure for accountability regarding its involvement in his sex trafficking operations.

Feb 20 • 14:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STJ maintains the conviction of state deputy Galeno Torquato (PSDB) for administrative misconduct in RN

Brazil's Superior Court of Justice upheld state deputy Galeno Torquato's conviction for administrative misconduct during his tenure as mayor of São Miguel.

Feb 20 • 14:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A Woman Unveils the Flaws of the System at a Public Meeting

A woman highlighted systemic flaws during a public meeting, questioning the abrupt changes and issues faced by locals due to government actions.

Feb 20 • 10:29 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

I'm glad that they have done it: Brits react to former Prince Andrew's arrest

Brits express mixed reactions to the arrest of former Prince Andrew, highlighting a shift in public sentiment towards accountability for royal figures.

Feb 20 • 10:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Equalization of Financial Resources between States: We are Solidary, but We Have Nothing to Give Away

The article discusses the need for reforms in the German equalization payment system among states, emphasizing that solidarity must come with accountability and necessary changes.

Feb 20 • 05:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Transparency is an urgent remedy in the Master case crisis

The article argues for greater transparency in handling the Master case, criticizing authorities for lacking accountability amid billion-dollar scandals.

Feb 20 • 01:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Petrecca case, Antinelli: 'His farewell ends a story that started badly'

Alessandro Antinelli reflects on the departure of Petrecca from RaiSport, framing it as a victory for public service employees who demanded accountability after an embarrassing broadcast incident.

Feb 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Woman Exposes System in Front of Mayor

A vigilant woman in Indore confronts the mayor about the absence of public meetings after elections during a public forum.

Feb 19 • 14:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

New law will 'criminalise lying' by senior ministers

The Hillsborough Law will make it a crime for senior ministers in the UK to deliberately mislead the public, punishable by jail time.

Feb 19 • 14:07 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In Question, Public Account 2024 of the IMSS

The latest report on the Public Account 2024 reveals significant pending clarifications in government spending, raising concerns about accountability in federal and subnational expenditures.

Feb 19 • 07:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The need for 'unlearning' in the worldview of martial law

Former Minister of Interior and Safety Lee Sang-min received a seven-year prison sentence for involvement in a coup, sparking public outrage over the perceived leniency of his punishment compared to others convicted of serious crimes.

Feb 18 • 20:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump and Maryland governor feud over Potomac River sewage spill disaster

Donald Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore are embroiled in a public dispute over accountability for a significant sewage spill into the Potomac River, which was caused by a federally regulated pipeline.

Feb 18 • 16:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Court of Auditors would find it "effective" to reintroduce merit into the salaries of public officials

The Court of Auditors in France has suggested that introducing merit-based pay for public officials could improve efficiency and accountability in the public sector.

Feb 18 • 12:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Third destruction within a year! Kuressaare's public toilets are constantly targeted by vandals

The public toilets in Kuressaare have been repeatedly vandalized, prompting outrage from the community and calls for accountability.

Feb 18 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

How to attract investors

The article discusses past assertions of corruption in Greece and the ongoing challenges in dealing with government accountability and attracting investors.

Feb 18 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The state has ignored problems with the construction register's public data for years

The Estonian government has been aware for over a decade of issues regarding public access to sensitive data in the construction register but has shifted responsibility onto local municipalities.

Feb 18 • 06:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

ASF delivers individual reports on the oversight of the 2024 Public Account

The Federal Audit Office of Mexico presented individual reports on the oversight of the 2024 public budget, emphasizing the importance of transparency and public resource management.

Feb 18 • 01:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Bertille Bayart: "Public services, the truth of prices or the flight forward of costs"

The article critiques local election candidates in France who promise free public services, arguing that it reflects a deeper issue of accountability and funding.

Feb 17 • 17:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Quebec auto board sorry for online platform boondoggle, aims to regain public trust

Quebec's automobile insurance board has publicly apologized for the failures of its online platform rollout, resulting in significant cost overruns and a loss of public trust.

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

TCE-PA opens registrations for the edition of the program 'Talking with Internal Control' in Santarém

The Court of Accounts of the State of Pará (TCE-PA) has opened registrations for the first edition of the 'Talking with Internal Control' program to be held in Santarém on March 16 and 17, 2026.

Feb 17 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The State, Arbiter of Public Truth?

The article discusses the Argentine government's efforts to limit press freedom through supposedly misleading information that often exposes its own officials.

Feb 17 • 04:10 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Public Managers and Officials, Insurance Now Mandatory. Here’s How Much It Could Cost

Starting in 2026, anyone managing public resources in Italy will be required to take out an insurance policy to cover potential financial damages.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps direct Accountant-General, Auditor-General to submit four years’ FG financial statements

The Nigerian House of Representatives has directed the Accountant-General and Auditor-General to submit the federal government's consolidated financial statements for the years 2023 to 2025 by October 2026, addressing delays in financial reporting.

Feb 16 • 20:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

8.6 million in damages: two CAF executives from Val-de-Marne convicted for "serious misconduct"

Two executives from the Val-de-Marne CAF have been convicted of serious misconduct leading to significant financial losses to the state.

Feb 16 • 18:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The New Audit

The Superior Audit of the Federation in Mexico has transformed from a reactive to a preventive model for public spending oversight since 2018.

Feb 16 • 11:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Digital Monitoring Is Growing in South Africa's Public Service - Regulation Needs to Catch Up

South Africa's government is increasingly utilizing digital tools to enhance public program evaluation and performance monitoring as part of its public-sector reforms.

Feb 16 • 04:39 UTC

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