Politicians want to stop unnecessary work meetings: 'A waste of taxpayer money'
Umeå municipal politician Elmer Eriksson proposes implementing a cost for meetings to reduce wasteful spending of taxpayer money.
No official responses from the AFA in the face of the scandalous video showing how they counted black money
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has not provided official responses regarding a controversial video about money counting, leaving public silence amid increasing scrutiny.
What will happen to the Šmēling Chapel? It’s just a matter of money
The planned demolition of the historic Šmēling Chapel at the Children's Clinical University Hospital has sparked public outrage and raised questions about its preservation amidst prevalent regulatory challenges.
'People are outraged I pay for Tesco Clubcard Plus, but I won't go back'
A woman defends her decision to subscribe to Tesco Clubcard Plus, claiming that it saves her more money on her shopping despite public outrage.
Resident invests time and money to care for public space for over 10 years in the interior of SP
A resident of São Carlos, Brazil, has dedicated over a decade to maintaining a public green area, transforming it into a clean and inviting space for the community.
8 money changes in March 2026 including Spring Statement and £300 deadline
The article highlights significant financial changes set to occur in March 2026, including updates on the Spring Statement, fare increases, and the expiration of key support schemes.
Undercover officer allegedly used public money for romantic break in Venice
An undercover officer is accused of misusing public funds to cover a romantic trip to Venice while posing as a political activist.
Three robbers broke into a woman's apartment in Panevėžys and took money
In Panevėžys, Lithuania, three unidentified individuals forcibly entered a woman's apartment and stole €1,990 after demanding money.
Banks warn against fraudsters visiting people at home
Norwegian banks are alerting the public about a rise in home visit fraud, where scammers pose as bank employees to deceive individuals into transferring money.
Two judges dismissed a complaint against Insfrán for transferring money from the province to the Justicialist Party
Two judges dismissed a complaint against the governor of Formosa, Gildo Insfrán, regarding the alleged diversion of public funds to the Justicialist Party.
Scammers Attack Residents 'on Two Fronts': Some Siphon Off Money, Others Offer to 'Return' It
Lithuanian police are warning citizens about scams where perpetrators either steal money or falsely promise to help recover it.
Too little money for commissioned tasks. Counties want to sue the State Treasury
Polish counties are considering suing the State Treasury for underfunding commissioned public tasks, with support from the Association of Polish Counties.
570,248 have already registered. Is everything falling apart?
The article discusses the implications of a recent election announcement in Denmark amid public money for votes debates and personal opinions on political transparency.
Terras on Public Transport: More Money or Fewer Lines
The Estonian Prime Minister assures that children and pensioners will not be charged for bus rides, amid discussions on whether to increase state funding or reduce bus lines, primarily affecting rural areas.
MP executes warrant against investigated individual who moved funds even during preventive detention
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso do Sul is conducting Operation Camouflage to investigate money laundering linked to a criminal organization.
Eesti Energia is going to study its brand for a large sum of money
Eesti Energia plans to commission a brand study valued at 300,000 euros plus VAT.
The makeup of Inga Ruginienė - paid for by state funds, but this is not a new practice
The article discusses the recent procurement of makeup services for high-ranking state officials in Lithuania, emphasizing public scrutiny over the use of taxpayers' money.
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.
Free Money: Who Will Benefit and Who Will Pay for It?
The article discusses the implications of a new tax law proposed by Donald Trump, which includes government-funded investment accounts for children.
Federal Police conducts operation to combat bidding fraud, corruption, and money laundering
The Brazilian Federal Police launched Operation Vassalos to tackle a criminal organization accused of fraud in public bidding, corruption, and money laundering involving public officials.
MPRJ reopens investigation against Carlos Bolsonaro for suspected corruption
The Public Ministry of Rio de Janeiro has reopened an investigation against former city councilor Carlos Bolsonaro and 25 others for alleged public money embezzlement through the use of ghost employees.
Man posed as a city official and asked for money from businesspeople to sponsor a football team in ES
A man posing as a public official in Espírito Santo was indicted for defrauding local businesspeople by soliciting sponsorship money for a nonexistent children's football team.
Rimi warns about a scam spreading on social media
Rimi has alerted the public about a scam on Facebook that exploits its brand to illegally extract money and personal data from users.
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.
Should foreign companies get public money? Poles respond
A recent survey indicates that a significant portion of Polish citizens supports a local content policy that favors public funds being allocated primarily to Polish firms.
Former Prince Andrew charged taxpayers for massages while splurging on lavish trips as trade envoy: report
Former Prince Andrew reportedly charged taxpayers for massages during his tenure as the U.K.'s trade envoy, alongside extravagant spending, according to former civil servants.
BBC money expert says 'it can be gone forever' as she issues £34,000 pension scam warning
A BBC finance expert warns the public about pension scams, emphasizing the significant losses experienced by victims.
Operation against Hells Angels in Åkarp
Police conducted a joint operation against the Hells Angels locales in Åkarp, resulting in one arrest for money laundering.
Massages at the Expense of Taxpayers. Evidence Against Andrew is Increasing
New evidence is emerging regarding inappropriate expenses related to Andrew's massages funded by taxpayers.
Verona protesters say Italy’s winter Olympics waste public money
Protesters in Verona argue that funding for Italy's Winter Olympics is a misuse of public resources that could better serve health and education.
Africa: Africa's Public Finances Are in a Mess - a New Book Explains Why and What to Do
Lyla Latif's new book critiques Africa's public finance systems and proposes solutions to the challenges faced in managing public money.
Super salaries and perks need to come to an end
The article discusses the issue of exorbitant salaries and illegal perks received by some federal employees in Brazil, highlighting a broader problem of mismanagement of public money.
Martin Lewis 'do not trust' warning as people told 'don't be fooled'
Martin Lewis warns the public against trusting callers falsely claiming to be associated with him, particularly regarding grants for renewables.
US ambassadors with hats in hand: hunting for private money for the 250th anniversary celebrations
U.S. ambassadors are seeking private funding to support lavish celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States, reflecting the administration's approach to fundraising.
An anonymous donor gives 21 kilos of gold to a city in Japan with a special condition: "It's an impressive amount of money"
An anonymous donor has gifted 21 kilograms of gold, valued at over 500 million yen, to a city in Japan with the condition that the funds be used to improve public services, particularly water infrastructure.
Tourists forced to make a PIX transfer of R$ 10,000, but suspect surrenders after learning he was wanted by police
A suspect in a robbery case at Praia das Dunas do Peró in Brazil turned himself in to authorities after learning he was being sought for forcing a family of tourists to make a digital money transfer at gunpoint.
Public Prosecutor says Gaviões da Fiel muse bought car and property with PCC money
The Public Prosecutor's Office claims that Natacha Horana, a model and muse for the Gaviões da Fiel, purchased luxury items using funds from the criminal organization PCC.
Telephone frauds yield less money for criminals
Despite an increase in reported crimes, criminals in Sweden are earning less from frauds, phone scams, and fake SMS messages.
Mirabel: How false rape alarm turned into money-making venture
A Nigerian TikToker named Mirabel is under police custody after falsely alleging that she was raped, which led to public outrage and financial gain through donations.
Who is the mayor of Chignahuapan, Puebla, criticized for flaunting a bundle of bills?
Juan Rivera Trejo, the mayor of Chignahuapan, Puebla, faces backlash for a video where he shows off a large sum of money as a gift for Valentine's Day, leading to public outrage over perceived opulence.
Developer faces questions at public inquiry about money given to Winnipeg officials
A developer denied that payments made to two Winnipeg city officials were a form of bribery related to a police headquarters contract.
Operation targets criminal organization of the Comando Vermelho with political nucleus in Amazonas
Police in Amazonas launched an operation against a criminal organization linked to the Comando Vermelho, arresting several individuals, including a public official alleged to have funneled money to the gang.
The cost of the strike: which sectors lose the most money and which cannot recover it
A report by the UADE Institute of Economics estimates the economic cost of the strike in Argentina this Thursday could reach approximately $696 billion ARS or $489 million USD, with significant variations based on sector participation.
AADE: With one click, it will open the deposits
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) in Greece has introduced a new system that simplifies the process of lifting bank secrecy, expanding the scope of individuals subject to scrutiny for money laundering.
Šarić: Dobrović and Domino would still take money for stripping Argentine transvestites and other 'queer' waste
The article critically discusses a recent interview by Zvonimir Dobrović, a producer associated with LGBT culture in Croatia, highlighting the contentious relationship between queer cultural initiatives and public funding.
Former Winnipeg bureaucrat questioned at inquiry on money from contractor
A former city official in Winnipeg is under scrutiny regarding financial dealings with a contractor linked to a contentious police headquarters project.
Criminal gangs sell illegal Ozempic: 'They earn a lot of money'
Illegal sales of the weight-loss drug Ozempic are rampant on over 120 websites connected to Sweden, driven by local criminal gangs.
"I was disappointed": Lalo España asks Profeco for help; the company organizing 'Enrollados' has not refunded the money to the public
Lalo España is urging affected attendees of the 'Enrollados' show to seek help from the consumer protection agency Profeco due to the organizer's failure to refund ticket costs as promised.
Robbers run rampant in Vilnius: one attacked man lost his phone, another lost money
In Vilnius, two separate robbery incidents were reported where victims lost their mobile phones and cash due to attacks by unidentified individuals.
The Government's Anti-Corruption Plan Proposes Linking Prison Benefits to the Return of Stolen Money
The Spanish Government's new anti-corruption plan proposes that prison benefits be linked to the recovery of stolen funds as part of a broader legislative initiative.