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A Montreal bakery has received a complaint from Quebec's language watchdog for using too much English in its TikTok content, raising concerns about compliance with the province's French language charter.

Reform UK and the Conservatives have reported allegations of corrupt voting practices in the recent byelection to the elections watchdog, citing concerns over family voting.

Three suspended Peel Regional Police officers in Ontario are under investigation by the Law Enforcement Complaints Agency for alleged corruption ties.

A coalition of conservative state financial officers reports uncovering billions in taxpayer fraud and waste and supports the Trump administration's initiatives against corruption.

Montreal's transit agency will reinstate the slogan 'Go Habs Go!' on city buses following approval from the provincial language watchdog after public outcry.

The UK anti-slavery watchdog urges major reforms of adult services websites after findings reveal they can facilitate the exploitation of sex workers.

Ed Davey has accused a care home trustee of embezzlement, triggering an inquiry by charity watchdogs into financial mismanagement at a care facility for adults with severe learning disabilities.

The ethics committee concluded that J. Olekas did not violate parliamentary rules by cutting off microphones of two parliamentarians who spoke off-topic during a session.

Independent MP Rupert Lowe's attempt to block a parliamentary investigation into complaints against him has been dismissed by a high court judge.

Keir Starmer has initiated an investigation into a minister accused of overseeing a probe into journalists' backgrounds while managing a Labour-affiliated think tank.

In Latvia, a consumer rights watchdog reports that low-price food baskets frequently lack several categories of products as mandated by a pricing memorandum.

A partial government shutdown caused by Democratic lawmakers withholding funding has suspended significant oversight of ICE by the Department of Homeland Security's internal watchdog.

The Australian consumer regulator is alarmed by supermarkets increasingly charging per item for fresh produce, causing confusion among shoppers.

A report from Canada's national spy watchdog reveals that some individuals have been placed on the no-fly list without appropriate legal justification.

A legislative initiative seeks to create an external oversight body for ICE and CBP to enforce migrant rights in the U.S.

The Victorian Greens advocate for expanded powers for the state's anti-corruption body following its decision to dismiss a corruption referral related to the CFMEU.

Labor claims the federal budget would be $14bn worse if the Coalition had won the 2025 election, with deficits leading to increased debt and interest payments.

The Iranian regime's crackdown on anti-government demonstrations has reportedly led to the deaths of at least 19 Christians, according to a religious freedom organization.

An independent commission will investigate allegations of police brutality during a protest against Isaac Herzog's visit to Sydney, following numerous complaints about police misconduct.

The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission of New South Wales has announced an investigation into police interactions during a protest in Sydney against Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

Lithuania's media watchdog has raised concerns over the operation of the website 'Filmai.in', indicating significant legal and security risks for users due to its hosting in Russia.

Judicial Watch has filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, aiming to halt the city's reparations program that distributes funds based on race.

Ontario's financial watchdog reports that the province is not on track to balance its budget due to rising spending and declining tax revenue amidst a cost-of-living crisis.

A report by Americans for Public Trust claims that over $2.6 billion has been funneled by foreign entities into American advocacy groups to influence policy.

Russia's media watchdog, Roskomnadzor, is continuing to impose restrictions on the messaging platform 'Telegram' to ensure compliance with Russian laws and safeguard citizen protection.

Reporters Without Borders condemns the harsh sentencing of Jimmy Lai, a prominent Hong Kong journalist, as a significant blow to press freedom in the region.

The national anti-corruption commission's head, Paul Brereton, is under investigation for potential misconduct regarding his ongoing consulting work with the Australian Defence Force while serving in his current role.

A report from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation warns that Canada's electricity grid is under stress and may struggle during extreme weather events due to rising demand.

A Valentine’s Day card from Canada’s Official Languages Commissioner has sparked controversy over its suggestive wording and the quality of its translation.

An equality watchdog has raised concerns that Wetherspoons' dog policy, which bans all dogs except for assistance ones, may violate the law.

Former attorney-general Mark Dreyfus advised anti-corruption chief Paul Brereton to manage or avoid conflicts of interest concerning the defence sector, with confirmation from the integrity watchdog about Brereton's handling of these issues.

The UK's Civil Aviation Authority has urged airlines and booking sites to provide customers with information on the carbon emissions of their flights to help them make informed travel decisions.

A new report raises serious ethical and national security concerns regarding Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib's associations with individuals and organizations linked to terrorist groups.

WorkSafe WA is investigating a hotel that rented equipment to a family washed out to sea during their holiday.

China's top medical watchdog is investigating mental hospitals nationwide amid allegations of improperly confining patients, including those without mental illnesses, in an insurance scam.

A watchdog group reports that the Trump administration's EPA has taken a record low number of legal actions against polluters compared to previous administrations.

A report reveals that European LNG imports from Russia's Yamal LNG terminal increased by 8% year-over-year in January 2025, reaching nearly 1.7 million tons, despite an EU agreement to ban Russian gas.

A report from eSafety claims major tech companies like Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are not doing enough to detect and prevent child sexual abuse on their platforms.

A new Pentagon Inspector General report highlights unresolved gaps in authority and coordination regarding drone incursions at U.S. military bases, indicating a pressing need for action as these activities persist.

The University of Sussex is seeking to overturn a significant fine imposed by the Office for Students, arguing that the ruling was unlawful and unfair.

The UK's Information Commissioner’s Office has launched an inquiry into X and xAI regarding potential violations of data protection laws related to the use of Grok AI for creating non-consensual sexual deepfake images.

The chairman and CEO of the Independent Football Regulator will attend a private meeting with Premier League clubs for the first time amid ongoing investigations into financial misconduct at Manchester City.

The UK's information watchdog is investigating claims that Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, has been misused to produce sexual imagery involving children.

Denmark's financial watchdog has reported Realkredit Danmark to the police for incorrectly valuing certain rented condominiums.

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse criticizes politicians for neglecting the Road Accident Fund, leading to its current crisis, while the Department of Transport defends its oversight roles.

A report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office indicates that the Trump administration's attempts to terminate employees at the Department of Education have incurred costs exceeding $28 million for taxpayers.

The White House is defending its name change of the Department of Defense to the Department of War, despite watchdog warnings that this could cost taxpayers up to $125 million.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct is considering investigating West Midlands police's chief constable, Craig Guildford, following a report about the force's banning of Israeli fans from a football match.

A report by Open Doors reveals that Christians in many countries face severe persecution, including North Korea, as part of their World Watch List 2026.

China’s anti-corruption body describes the bribery activities of former banker Jiang Chaoliang and his brothers, leading to their investigation.