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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU summons the State of SP for explanations about the Santos-Guarujá tunnel contract

The União Court of Accounts has summoned the São Paulo government to explain the signing of a public-private partnership contract for the Santos-Guarujá immersed tunnel without the involvement of the Port Authority of Santos.

Feb 26 • 08:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The police are preparing a massive operation against road pirates. People are already reporting where to catch them

Czech police are gearing up for the Speed Marathon event and are inviting the public to suggest locations for speed checks.

Feb 26 • 07:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Centrão wants to avoid voting on a project that regulates additional payments if the government does not get involved in the debate

Centrão is seeking to postpone the discussion in Congress on regulating extra payments and inflated salaries, conditioning any debate on the direct involvement of President Lula's government.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis is begging for help to save BRB

Governor Ibaneis Rocha of the MDB party is seeking assistance from President Lula's government to address the public bank BRB's involvement in a fraud scandal, amidst political hesitation regarding the bank's financial troubles.

Feb 25 • 23:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Public server arrested suspected of participating in homicide and lying by accusing a raped inmate at the police station in MT

Rodrigo Nascimento Castro, a public server in Brazil, was arrested for his alleged involvement in a homicide and for falsely accusing a raped inmate during investigations.

Feb 25 • 20:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Montpellier: three police custody releases for presumed members of an ultranationalist group

Three presumed members of the ultranationalist group 'Bloc montpelliérain' have been released from police custody after being suspected of involvement in an attack on a bar in Alès.

Feb 25 • 18:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"The mistake I made" – Bill Gates apologizes for ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Bill Gates has apologized to his foundation's staff for his association with Jeffrey Epstein, stating that he tarnished the organization's name despite denying any criminal involvement.

Feb 25 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Councilman arrested on suspicion of participating in fraud schemes in BA

The president of the City Council of Sobradinho, Edson Cardoso dos Santos, and six others were arrested for suspected involvement in public contract fraud during Operation Kit Dispensa.

Feb 25 • 15:53 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Riigikogu approved amendments to the presidential election law

The Riigikogu of Estonia has passed amendments to the presidential election law to simplify the nomination process and enhance public involvement.

Feb 25 • 12:38 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

If Trump Goes to War, His Most Loyal Allies Will Join. But Is Israel Ready After What Happened Last Time?

The article discusses Israel's potential involvement in a war with Iran if former President Trump decides to escalate military actions, evaluating Israeli public support and readiness.

Feb 25 • 10:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ábalos before the judge: "I never participated in any management related to the hiring of works"

Former minister José Luis Ábalos denied any involvement in the contract management during his tenure as Minister of Transport.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Still searching for Guthrie's mother - "Someone out there knows something"

Authorities continue to search for the mother of Guthrie, with calls for information from the public.

Feb 24 • 22:06 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In E. Masiulis' book - about President Lubys' desire to transfer the construction of the LNG terminal to business

Former Minister E. Masiulis discusses in his upcoming book the integration of Lithuania's transport infrastructure into the EU and private sector involvement in the construction of the LNG terminal.

Feb 24 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Do we have the right to know who writes the laws for Karol Nawrocki? Expert: Transparency is key

An expert emphasizes the importance of transparency in the legislative process, particularly regarding the involvement of external authors in legal drafts.

Feb 24 • 03:57 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Language Inspection Received About 60 Complaints in Two Months Regarding Foreigners Who Do Not Speak Lithuanian

Lithuania's Language Inspection reports receiving around 60 complaints in two months about service providers who do not speak Lithuanian, emphasizing the need for public involvement.

Feb 23 • 06:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The public participates in education policy making… National Education Commission recruits 300 members for the Public Participation Committee

The National Education Commission of South Korea is publicly recruiting 300 members for its Public Participation Committee to enhance citizen involvement in education policy.

Feb 23 • 02:31 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Man dies in apartment fire in Skien – police do not suspect any criminal activity

A man was found dead following an apartment fire in Skien, with authorities not suspecting any criminal involvement.

Feb 22 • 09:28 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Two men imprisoned for violence and deprivation of liberty

Two men have been imprisoned in Denmark for their involvement in violence and the deprivation of liberty, highlighting the ongoing issues surrounding crime and public safety.

Feb 21 • 17:59 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
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Frankfurt Central Station: Defendant Remains Silent After Gunshot to the Head on the Platform

Eight men are facing trial in Frankfurt for their involvement in a public execution-style shooting that resulted in the death of a man at the central station.

Feb 20 • 14:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Venezuela: from 'gringo go home' to 'gringo come home'

Amid cautious optimism about economic improvement, Venezuelans show support for the capture of Nicolás Maduro and involvement from the United States, according to a recent survey.

Feb 19 • 18:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Father and son fight in public street and both are injured in the interior of Acre; VIDEO

A public altercation between a father and son in Brazil resulted in injuries for both individuals, prompting medical attention and police involvement.

Feb 19 • 15:12 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police arrest 52-year-old suspect for kidnapping, murder in Anambra

A 52-year-old man has been arrested in Anambra, Nigeria for his alleged involvement in kidnapping, murder, and serious injuries to six victims.

Feb 19 • 09:38 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
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

SL employee suspected of having received several million in bribes

An SL employee in Stockholm is under investigation for allegedly receiving eight million kronor in bribes, with three other individuals also suspected of involvement.

Feb 18 • 13:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PM arrests suspect of kidnappings, murders, concealment of corpses, and drug trafficking in Alagoas

The Military Police in Brazil have arrested a man suspected of involvement in serious criminal activities, including kidnappings and drug trafficking, in Alagoas.

Feb 18 • 09:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Brno businessman involved in half-a-billion tax evasion, also influenced contracts. He received three years and a fine

A Brno businessman has been sentenced to three years for his involvement in significant tax evasion and influencing public contracts.

Feb 17 • 16:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

One of the collectors from the extortionist gang was employed by a municipality: she was fired

Karen Cufré, a temporary employee of the Morón city monitoring center, has been arrested for her involvement with an extortionist gang linked to the suicide of an Argentine Army soldier.

Feb 17 • 15:32 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Brothers sentenced for assaults

Two brothers have been sentenced for their involvement in several assaults in Iceland.

Feb 17 • 08:24 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Mizuho Securities Employee Perhaps Involved in Insider Trading - Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission Conducts Forced Investigation

An employee of Mizuho Securities is under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission for suspected involvement in insider trading related to non-public information.

Feb 16 • 10:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

No daily allowances or vote requests: see the recommendations from the Planalto for federal authorities during Carnival

The Brazilian Ethics Commission has issued guidelines for federal authorities regarding their involvement in Carnival celebrations this year.

Feb 13 • 21:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Proposal to Criminalize Gang Membership in Sweden

The Swedish government proposes criminalizing gang membership and involvement in gang activities in response to rising organized crime.

Feb 13 • 16:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Tax Evasion Ring: Criminal Charges for 'Front Men'

Eleven individuals, including ten Greeks and one foreign national, face felony charges for their involvement in a tax evasion scheme using 'front men' to create companies, accumulate debts, and subsequently dissolve them to start new ones.

Feb 13 • 15:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"No involvement from other staff" - Aichi/Yatomi Mayor apologizes over bid-related information leak incident

The mayor of Yatomi City, Aichi Prefecture, apologized for a leak of bid information connected to a public works project amidst ongoing investigations.

Feb 13 • 12:20 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

In the case of diesel thefts, the police ask to identify this man

The police in Alytus, Lithuania, are seeking public assistance to identify a man they believe may have significant information related to a series of diesel thefts.

Feb 13 • 11:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Why was the Russian and USSR symbolism unnoticed? The disqualification of a Ukrainian skeletonist casts a shadow over Latvia

The disqualification of Ukrainian skeletonist Vladislav Heraskevich by the International Olympic Committee and the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation has sparked public outrage and raised concerns about the involvement of Latvian officials in the decision.

Feb 13 • 07:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Causa Seguros: Why was the former mayor of the Quinta de Olivos processed?

Daniel Rodríguez, a former mayor closely linked to ex-President Alberto Fernández, has been processed for his involvement in fraudulent negotiations connected to a corruption case known as Causa Seguros.

Feb 12 • 14:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

South Korea asserts that Kim Jong-un has chosen his teenage daughter Ju-ae as heir

South Korea claims that Kim Jong-un has designated his teenage daughter Ju-ae as his successor based on her increasing involvement in public events.

Feb 12 • 12:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

MPF accuses Sorocaba mayor of corruption, money laundering, and organized crime

The Federal Public Ministry has filed charges against the suspended mayor of Sorocaba, Rodrigo Manga, and several others for suspected involvement in a criminal organization diverting municipal health funds.

Feb 10 • 23:47 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ombudsman Seeks Prosecution of Nairobi Officials Over Illegal Building Approvals

The Ombudsman has called for the prosecution of Nairobi officials for their involvement in approving illegal building developments.

Feb 9 • 08:55 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Salomón Jara assesses cultural and sports activities of the Oaxaca Segura strategy to prevent violence in the capital city

Governor Salomón Jara Cruz reviews cultural and sports initiatives in Oaxaca City aimed at reducing crime and violence through community involvement.

Feb 9 • 06:44 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Could Livia Brito go to prison? This is what Mexican law says about false statements to authorities

Cuban actress Livia Brito is under public scrutiny after a judge ordered her involvement in a legal case concerning photographer Ernesto Zepeda, raising questions about the potential legal implications she may face.

Feb 6 • 23:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Sick kidnap of Savannah Guthrie's mum - CCTV cut, blood stain and ransom note

Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy, has been kidnapped, leading to a public call for help and the involvement of the President as ransom notes circulate.

Feb 6 • 16:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Editor] Court rules no problem with 'Kim Young-sun's nomination', what does Yoon Seok-yeol's remarks mean to the public?

The Changwon District Court ruled that there was no wrongdoing regarding Kim Young-sun's political funding violations, despite public memories of President Yoon Seok-yeol's involvement in her nomination.

Feb 6 • 09:09 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

That a few users account for most calls to counseling services outraged many. But for the researcher, it is a known phenomenon

The article discusses the outrage surrounding the fact that a small number of anonymous users make a significant portion of calls to counseling services, highlighting researcher Trine Natasja Sindahl's involvement with some of these recurring callers.

Feb 6 • 06:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice convicts former councilors of Aracaju and a businessman for involvement in public money embezzlement

The court has convicted former councilors from Aracaju and a businessman for their involvement in a scheme of embezzling public funds during the years 2013 to 2015, as investigated by the Civil Police in Operation Indenizar-SE.

Feb 5 • 23:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Ear Dog: MP assesses request for detention of adolescent suspect; what the law says and next steps

The Public Ministry of Santa Catarina is reviewing a request for the provisional detention of a teenager accused of the death of a community dog, as well as considering the involvement of four other adolescents in a separate incident.

Feb 5 • 19:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

After the arrest of his security chief, the Municipal Chamber of SP requests a team change from the secretary

The São Paulo Municipal Chamber has requested a change in its military advisory team to the State Secretary of Public Security following the arrest of its military chief for suspected involvement with a security group of bus company owners.

Feb 5 • 16:51 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

A member of the Valencian Generalitat resigns after discovering that a public housing unit was awarded to his family in Alicante

A Valencian government official resigned after it was revealed that a public housing unit had been allocated to his family, despite his claims of no involvement.

Feb 5 • 16:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Leonardo Cortázar will arrive in Ecuador in the coming days following his extradition approval from Panama

Ecuador has approved the extradition of Leonardo Héctor Cortázar Arcos from Panama due to his alleged involvement in organized crime and corruption related to public electric sector companies in 2021.

Feb 5 • 13:04 UTC

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