Italian Prosecutor Highlights Coordination Gap in EU Mafia Fight
At a European Parliament conference on transnational crime, Palermo Chief Prosecutor Maurizio de Lucia stressed the need for coordination between Italian and European agencies to combat mafias, highlighting the specialized expertise in Italy and the knowledge gap within the European Public Prosecuto...
Italian Prosecutor Highlights Coordination Gap in EU Mafia Fight
At a European Parliament conference on transnational crime, Palermo Chief Prosecutor Maurizio de Lucia stressed the need for coordination between Italian and European agencies to combat mafias, highlighting the specialized expertise in Italy and the knowledge gap within the European Public Prosecuto...
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40% Bias Score
Italian Anti-Mafia Operation Exposes 'Ndrangheta's Economic Infiltration
A major anti-mafia operation in Canavese, Italy, revealed links between the 'Ndrangheta and international drug trafficking, prompting concerns about mafia infiltration in the local economy and highlighting the need for stronger political will and action to combat its adaptable strategies.
Italian Anti-Mafia Operation Exposes 'Ndrangheta's Economic Infiltration
A major anti-mafia operation in Canavese, Italy, revealed links between the 'Ndrangheta and international drug trafficking, prompting concerns about mafia infiltration in the local economy and highlighting the need for stronger political will and action to combat its adaptable strategies.
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52% Bias Score
Italian Mafias Exploit Tourism, Poised for Further Gains from Upcoming Events
Italian mafias generate €3.3 billion yearly from tourism, exploiting vulnerable businesses, and are poised to profit further from upcoming major events like the 2026 Olympics and 2025 Jubilee, according to Demoskopika.
Italian Mafias Exploit Tourism, Poised for Further Gains from Upcoming Events
Italian mafias generate €3.3 billion yearly from tourism, exploiting vulnerable businesses, and are poised to profit further from upcoming major events like the 2026 Olympics and 2025 Jubilee, according to Demoskopika.
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40% Bias Score
New Orleans Insurance Fraud Scheme Results in Murder Charge
Authorities announced that 63 people have been charged in a massive insurance fraud scheme in New Orleans involving staged car crashes, fraudulent claims, and the murder of a witness who was cooperating with authorities.
New Orleans Insurance Fraud Scheme Results in Murder Charge
Authorities announced that 63 people have been charged in a massive insurance fraud scheme in New Orleans involving staged car crashes, fraudulent claims, and the murder of a witness who was cooperating with authorities.
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40% Bias Score
Marseille: Extortion Soars Amidst Rise of Drug Trafficking Groups
In Marseille, the rise of criminal groups like the DZ Mafia has led to a significant increase in extortion, impacting businesses and creating a climate of fear. This is linked to the unprecedented growth in drug trafficking, with groups using intimidation tactics and subcontracting to minors to cont...
Marseille: Extortion Soars Amidst Rise of Drug Trafficking Groups
In Marseille, the rise of criminal groups like the DZ Mafia has led to a significant increase in extortion, impacting businesses and creating a climate of fear. This is linked to the unprecedented growth in drug trafficking, with groups using intimidation tactics and subcontracting to minors to cont...
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24% Bias Score
"Mexico's Soaring Methamphetamine Crisis: A Public Health Emergency"
"Mexico faces a soaring methamphetamine crisis, with a 416% increase in treatment seekers from 2013 to 2023, fueled by low prices, easy access, and inadequate government response, creating a public health emergency."
"Mexico's Soaring Methamphetamine Crisis: A Public Health Emergency"
"Mexico faces a soaring methamphetamine crisis, with a 416% increase in treatment seekers from 2013 to 2023, fueled by low prices, easy access, and inadequate government response, creating a public health emergency."
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24% Bias Score
"French Truck Driver Accused of Repeated Rapes Under Direction of Main Defendant in Large-Scale Sexual Assault Case"
"Jean-Pierre M., a 63-year-old French truck driver, stands accused of at least twelve rapes of his own wife, following instructions from the main defendant, Dominique Pelicot, in a larger network of sexual assaults; the wife did not file a complaint."
"French Truck Driver Accused of Repeated Rapes Under Direction of Main Defendant in Large-Scale Sexual Assault Case"
"Jean-Pierre M., a 63-year-old French truck driver, stands accused of at least twelve rapes of his own wife, following instructions from the main defendant, Dominique Pelicot, in a larger network of sexual assaults; the wife did not file a complaint."
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48% Bias Score
Global Human Trafficking Cases Surge 25% in 2022
The UN reported a 25% rise in global human trafficking victims in 2022, reaching nearly 70,000, largely due to conflicts, climate disasters, and global crises, with organized crime as the main culprit; children accounted for 38% of victims.
Global Human Trafficking Cases Surge 25% in 2022
The UN reported a 25% rise in global human trafficking victims in 2022, reaching nearly 70,000, largely due to conflicts, climate disasters, and global crises, with organized crime as the main culprit; children accounted for 38% of victims.
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20% Bias Score
Alexander Brothers Indicted on Sex Trafficking Charges
Real estate brothers Oren and Tal Alexander, and their brother Alon, were indicted in New York on sex trafficking charges for allegedly assaulting dozens of women between 2010 and 2021, using their wealth and positions to exploit victims.
Alexander Brothers Indicted on Sex Trafficking Charges
Real estate brothers Oren and Tal Alexander, and their brother Alon, were indicted in New York on sex trafficking charges for allegedly assaulting dozens of women between 2010 and 2021, using their wealth and positions to exploit victims.
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48% Bias Score
DZ Mafia's Rapid Rise in France
The DZ Mafia, a Marseilles-based criminal organization, rapidly expanded its influence across France in less than two years, fueled by its victory over the rival Yoda clan in early 2023 and its subsequent diversification into racketeering, kidnappings, and mercenary services.
DZ Mafia's Rapid Rise in France
The DZ Mafia, a Marseilles-based criminal organization, rapidly expanded its influence across France in less than two years, fueled by its victory over the rival Yoda clan in early 2023 and its subsequent diversification into racketeering, kidnappings, and mercenary services.
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52% Bias Score
10.5-Year Sentence for Human Smuggler in Germany
A Turkish man received a 10.5-year prison sentence for smuggling 80 migrants, including 10 children, into Germany under dangerous conditions in 11 separate instances last year, earning at least €54,000.
10.5-Year Sentence for Human Smuggler in Germany
A Turkish man received a 10.5-year prison sentence for smuggling 80 migrants, including 10 children, into Germany under dangerous conditions in 11 separate instances last year, earning at least €54,000.
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32% Bias Score
Italian Corruption Report: 48 Investigations, 588 Individuals Implicated
Libera's 2024 report details 48 corruption investigations involving 588 individuals across 14 Italian regions, with southern regions most affected, highlighting systemic corruption and the impact of recent legislative changes.
Italian Corruption Report: 48 Investigations, 588 Individuals Implicated
Libera's 2024 report details 48 corruption investigations involving 588 individuals across 14 Italian regions, with southern regions most affected, highlighting systemic corruption and the impact of recent legislative changes.
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56% Bias Score