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Greece Centralizes Urban Planning, Raising Concerns Over Construction Oversight
Greece is centralizing urban planning, transferring responsibilities from municipalities to the Ministry of Environment and Energy, leading to concerns about reduced oversight of construction following the automation of building permits and understaffed municipal departments.
Greece Centralizes Urban Planning, Raising Concerns Over Construction Oversight
Greece is centralizing urban planning, transferring responsibilities from municipalities to the Ministry of Environment and Energy, leading to concerns about reduced oversight of construction following the automation of building permits and understaffed municipal departments.
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52% Bias Score
Trump Suspends US Anti-Bribery Law, Raising Global Corruption Concerns
President Trump suspended the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days, halting enforcement of bribery prohibitions against US companies. This decision weakens global anti-corruption efforts and could increase corruption, especially in Latin America, where the FCPA has served as a model ...
Trump Suspends US Anti-Bribery Law, Raising Global Corruption Concerns
President Trump suspended the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days, halting enforcement of bribery prohibitions against US companies. This decision weakens global anti-corruption efforts and could increase corruption, especially in Latin America, where the FCPA has served as a model ...
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52% Bias Score
US Corruption Perception Index Hits Record Low
The United States hit a record low of 65 on Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index, ranking 28th globally and tied with the Bahamas, a drop attributed to perceived ethical challenges within the judiciary, impacting investor confidence and business stability.
US Corruption Perception Index Hits Record Low
The United States hit a record low of 65 on Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index, ranking 28th globally and tied with the Bahamas, a drop attributed to perceived ethical challenges within the judiciary, impacting investor confidence and business stability.
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40% Bias Score
Israeli Government Faces Backlash Over Response to Hamas Attacks
Following the October 7th Hamas attack, Israeli families are demanding a state commission of inquiry, but government officials are obstructing this, demonstrating a lack of accountability and contempt for citizens; meanwhile, Netanyahu's aides respond to indictments with threats.
Israeli Government Faces Backlash Over Response to Hamas Attacks
Following the October 7th Hamas attack, Israeli families are demanding a state commission of inquiry, but government officials are obstructing this, demonstrating a lack of accountability and contempt for citizens; meanwhile, Netanyahu's aides respond to indictments with threats.
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60% Bias Score
Armenian Income Declaration Law Backfires, Causing Cash Transaction Surge
Due to a poorly implemented mandatory income declaration law in Armenia, cash transactions surged by 22 billion drams in 10 days, driven by public distrust and fears of future tax implications, despite years-long efforts to promote cashless payments.
Armenian Income Declaration Law Backfires, Causing Cash Transaction Surge
Due to a poorly implemented mandatory income declaration law in Armenia, cash transactions surged by 22 billion drams in 10 days, driven by public distrust and fears of future tax implications, despite years-long efforts to promote cashless payments.
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44% Bias Score
Turkish Judge Investigated for Alleged Bribery in Murder Acquittal
Hatay, Turkey: Judge Mehmet Mustafa Ş. is under investigation for allegedly accepting a \$1.5 million bribe to acquit Veysel Karakoç, accused of murdering Mustafa Zambak in Kırıkhan on March 26, 2021, despite overwhelming evidence; the case is now before the Supreme Court of Appeals.
Turkish Judge Investigated for Alleged Bribery in Murder Acquittal
Hatay, Turkey: Judge Mehmet Mustafa Ş. is under investigation for allegedly accepting a \$1.5 million bribe to acquit Veysel Karakoç, accused of murdering Mustafa Zambak in Kırıkhan on March 26, 2021, despite overwhelming evidence; the case is now before the Supreme Court of Appeals.
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48% Bias Score
Mass Resignations Rock DOJ Amid Adams Corruption Case Dismissal
Six top Manhattan prosecutors resigned, including the acting US attorney, protesting the DOJ's decision to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams amid allegations of political interference and a potential quid pro quo involving support for Trump's immigration policies.
Mass Resignations Rock DOJ Amid Adams Corruption Case Dismissal
Six top Manhattan prosecutors resigned, including the acting US attorney, protesting the DOJ's decision to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams amid allegations of political interference and a potential quid pro quo involving support for Trump's immigration policies.
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52% Bias Score
Bangladesh Demands UK, EU Action on \$248 Billion Theft
Bangladesh's new government accuses former leader Sheikh Hasina and her allies of stealing nearly \$248 billion, with evidence suggesting \$480 million was invested in UK property, prompting calls for UK and EU action to recover the funds and hold those responsible accountable.
Bangladesh Demands UK, EU Action on \$248 Billion Theft
Bangladesh's new government accuses former leader Sheikh Hasina and her allies of stealing nearly \$248 billion, with evidence suggesting \$480 million was invested in UK property, prompting calls for UK and EU action to recover the funds and hold those responsible accountable.
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64% Bias Score
Piqué Summoned in Spanish Super Cup Corruption Investigation
A Spanish judge is investigating Gerard Piqué's role in a deal that moved the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia in 2019, focusing on his company Kosmos's commission and the RFEF's alleged guarantee of success bonuses; Piqué is summoned to testify on March 14th.
Piqué Summoned in Spanish Super Cup Corruption Investigation
A Spanish judge is investigating Gerard Piqué's role in a deal that moved the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia in 2019, focusing on his company Kosmos's commission and the RFEF's alleged guarantee of success bonuses; Piqué is summoned to testify on March 14th.
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44% Bias Score
Unsafe Turkish Hospital Reopened Due to Political Pressure
The Menteşe State Hospital in Muğla, Turkey, deemed structurally unsound and a significant earthquake risk, was reopened in 2019 due to political pressure despite warnings and a 2018 closure, raising serious safety concerns.
Unsafe Turkish Hospital Reopened Due to Political Pressure
The Menteşe State Hospital in Muğla, Turkey, deemed structurally unsound and a significant earthquake risk, was reopened in 2019 due to political pressure despite warnings and a 2018 closure, raising serious safety concerns.
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64% Bias Score
Tarkhov Murder Investigation: Unconfirmed Accomplice Link to Money-Laundering Gang
Ekaterina Belskaya, granddaughter of murdered former Samara mayor Viktor Tarkhov, is accused of the crime; unconfirmed reports suggest an accomplice, Vitaly Lukin, a member of a 2021-convicted money-laundering gang, may have been romantically involved with her, adding complexity to the investigation...
Tarkhov Murder Investigation: Unconfirmed Accomplice Link to Money-Laundering Gang
Ekaterina Belskaya, granddaughter of murdered former Samara mayor Viktor Tarkhov, is accused of the crime; unconfirmed reports suggest an accomplice, Vitaly Lukin, a member of a 2021-convicted money-laundering gang, may have been romantically involved with her, adding complexity to the investigation...
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64% Bias Score
Madrid Council's \$11.9 Million Medical Supply Purchase Under Scrutiny
In March 2020, Madrid City Council paid \$11.9 million for medical supplies from Alberto Luceño and Luis Medina, who allegedly pocketed a \$6 million commission; the council's budget coordinator testified that she believed the price was justified due to the pandemic's urgency and lack of alternative...
Madrid Council's \$11.9 Million Medical Supply Purchase Under Scrutiny
In March 2020, Madrid City Council paid \$11.9 million for medical supplies from Alberto Luceño and Luis Medina, who allegedly pocketed a \$6 million commission; the council's budget coordinator testified that she believed the price was justified due to the pandemic's urgency and lack of alternative...
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48% Bias Score
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