Tag #Fraud

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Investigation into Chilean Non-profit ProCultura for Alleged Fraud

In June 2023, investigations into Chilean non-profit ProCultura, led by psychiatrist Alberto Larraín, began due to alleged fraud and money laundering of approximately \$6.3 million in public funds across seven regions, involving potential campaign contributions and leading to temporary closure and s...

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bbc.com
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Boeing Faces Potential Dismissal of 737 Max Criminal Charges

US prosecutors are considering dropping criminal charges against Boeing related to two 737 Max crashes that killed 346 people in 2018 and 2019, opting for a non-prosecution agreement instead of a trial scheduled for June, despite objections from victims' families.

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36% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
pda.nsk.kp.ru
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Over 30 Million Rubles Lost in Russian Pushkin Card Fraud Schemes

Authorities in Russia uncovered two separate Pushkin Card fraud schemes, one in Ryazan and one in Novosibirsk, resulting in over 30 million rubles in losses; perpetrators created fake events and pocketed the money from ticket sales.

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nrc.nl
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€107,000 Fraud at Dutch Music Rights Organization BumaStemra

BumaStemra, a Dutch music rights organization, discovered a fraud scheme resulting in over €107,000 in illegal payments over two years due to fraudulent accounts linked to similar email addresses and over 890 registered music pieces; the organization is investigating and has reported the incident to...

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nos.nl
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Belgian Railway Employee Embezzles €1 Million via Falsified Invoices

A Belgian railway employee embezzled over €1 million from the NMBS over five years using falsified invoices for the Train World museum, where she managed finances; she was convicted and ordered to repay the money.

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44% Bias Score

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lemonde.fr
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International Fraud Ring Dismantled, €14.4 Million in Losses

A joint Franco-Israeli operation on May 5th dismantled a large-scale organized fraud network, resulting in 15 arrests and the recovery of €268,000. The investigation, initiated by a complaint from the Stade Toulousain rugby club in France, identified 121 victims across eight countries and prevented ...

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Colombian Senate Rejects Petro's Popular Consultation Amid Accusations of Fraud

The Colombian Senate unexpectedly rejected President Gustavo Petro's proposed popular consultation on workers' rights by a vote of 49-47 on May 14th, 2024, immediately after reviving the labor reform bill, prompting accusations of fraud and potential social unrest.

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56% Bias Score

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Police Bust Messenger Fraud Ring in Germany

German police searched seven locations, arresting one 20-year-old suspect and investigating four others for allegedly stealing a low six-figure sum via phishing text messages that impersonated children or bank employees.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Dog Rescue Owner Faces Animal Cruelty and Fraud Charges After 37 Dead Dogs Found

Obi Rahman, 25, of Save A Paw UK, faces four charges—three for fraud and one for animal cruelty—after 37 dead dogs were found at his Essex premises following a police raid prompted by missing-pet concerns; he denies all charges and is remanded in custody.

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No Poverty
theguardian.com
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Holmes's Partner Raises Millions for Blood-Testing Company Resembling Fraudulent Theranos

Billy Evans, Elizabeth Holmes's partner, secured nearly $20 million in funding for his new blood-testing company, Haemanthus, which shares similarities with Holmes's fraudulent Theranos, prompting ethical concerns and regulatory scrutiny.

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60% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
nos.nl
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Belgian Railway Employee Embezzles €1 Million via Falsified Invoices

A Belgian railway employee defrauded NMBS of over €1 million over five years using falsified invoices for Train World museum expenses before her 2021 retirement, highlighting systemic control failures.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
bbc.com
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Scottish Shed Conman Jailed for £110,000 Fraud

Alistair Baxter, a 36-year-old man from Scotland, has been jailed for three years and four months for defrauding 67 people out of £110,000 by falsely promising to build garden sheds and summerhouses between September 2020 and March 2024.

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