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Seized Funds from Corruption Case to Electrify Rural Nigeria

The United States is returning almost $53 million seized from Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Nigerian oil minister accused of corruption, to Nigeria; the funds will be used to electrify rural areas, where only 26% of the population has access to power.

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Imran Khan Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Corruption

A Pakistani court sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 14 years in prison and a fine of 1 million Pakistan rupees ($5794) for corruption, accusing him of accepting land from a businessman in exchange for laundered money; his wife received a similar sentence.

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Menendez Seeks Pardon from Trump After Biden Rejection

Former Senator Bob Menendez, convicted in July 2023 on federal corruption charges and facing a potential 15-year prison sentence, is seeking a pardon from President-elect Trump after concluding President Biden is unlikely to grant one.

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Arena Charged in Qatargate, but Not with Corruption

Former European Parliament member Maria Arena was charged with participating in a criminal organization in the Qatargate corruption scandal, unlike other defendants who face corruption and money laundering charges; the investigation continues to face legal challenges.

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Turkey: Political Tensions Rise After Mayor's Arrest

Following the arrest of Beşiktaş Mayor Rıza Akpolat, Turkish President Erdoğan and CHP leader Özgür Özel engaged in a heated exchange, with Özel challenging Erdoğan to an election, highlighting escalating political tensions and the upcoming elections.

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Oakland Mayor and Three Others Indicted on Bribery and Fraud Charges

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, her partner, and two businessmen were indicted on Friday for allegedly conspiring to funnel city business to their companies in exchange for money and benefits, resulting in a recall election after the FBI raided Thao's home.

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Spanish Attorney General Investigated for Leaked Email

A Supreme Court judge is investigating Spain's Attorney General for allegedly leaking an email where Alberto González Amador's lawyer admitted to tax fraud and proposed a plea bargain; the information reached several media outlets, including EL PAÍS, 31 hours before the Attorney General's request.

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Oakland Mayor, Partner, and Businessmen Indicted on Bribery Charges

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, her partner Andre Jones, and businessmen Andy and David Duong were indicted on Friday for bribery, conspiracy, and fraud, allegedly funneling city business for personal gain, including a $75,000 attack mailer and a $300,000 no-show job.

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Belgrade Protest: Train Station Collapse Fuels Anti-Government Demonstrations

Tens of thousands protested in Belgrade against state broadcaster RTS after a student was severely injured when a car plowed into demonstrators; the protests are linked to a deadly train station roof collapse in Novi Sad, raising questions about corruption and Chinese construction companies.

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60,000 Ukrainian Soldiers AWOL Since War's Start

At least 60,000 Ukrainian soldiers have gone AWOL since the start of the Russian invasion, with 30,000 considered deserters due to factors including combat exhaustion, structural problems, incompetent commanders, inadequate training, and corruption.

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Oakland Mayor and Three Others Indicted on Bribery and Fraud Charges

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, her partner, and two businessmen were indicted on Friday for allegedly conspiring to funnel city business to the businessmen's companies in exchange for money and benefits, resulting in charges of bribery, conspiracy, mail and wire fraud; Thao was recalled from offic...

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Ukraine Reforms Disability Assessments, Replacing MSECs with Expert Teams

Ukraine replaced its Medico-Social Expert Commissions (MSECs) with 1,500 expert medical teams totaling 5,600 doctors to assess disability eligibility, starting January 1st, aiming to eliminate corruption and improve efficiency through an online system, though challenges with implementation and train...

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