Solingen Mayor Under Investigation for Incitement to Breach of Trust
Solingen Mayor Tim Kurzbach (SPD) is under investigation for incitement to breach of trust for allegedly trying to make the city pay over €200,000 in legal fees related to a human trafficking case; two city employees are also being investigated.
Solingen Mayor Under Investigation for Incitement to Breach of Trust
Solingen Mayor Tim Kurzbach (SPD) is under investigation for incitement to breach of trust for allegedly trying to make the city pay over €200,000 in legal fees related to a human trafficking case; two city employees are also being investigated.
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40% Bias Score
Dolton Mayor Accused of Mismanaging Funds, Obstructing Justice
Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard faces accusations of mismanaging roughly $3 million in American Rescue Plan funds and covering up the town's finances, resulting in a court contempt charge for obstructing liquor license approvals; an investigation revealed missing receipts and a lack of oversi...
Dolton Mayor Accused of Mismanaging Funds, Obstructing Justice
Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard faces accusations of mismanaging roughly $3 million in American Rescue Plan funds and covering up the town's finances, resulting in a court contempt charge for obstructing liquor license approvals; an investigation revealed missing receipts and a lack of oversi...
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52% Bias Score
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.
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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48% Bias Score
Yunus Emre Vakfı Fraud: 400 Million Lira in Alleged Irregularities
An investigation into the Yunus Emre Vakfı revealed over 400 million Turkish lira in alleged fraud involving fake invoices and direct procurement of services, leading to the arrest of the institute director's son and the resignation of two high-ranking officials.
Yunus Emre Vakfı Fraud: 400 Million Lira in Alleged Irregularities
An investigation into the Yunus Emre Vakfı revealed over 400 million Turkish lira in alleged fraud involving fake invoices and direct procurement of services, leading to the arrest of the institute director's son and the resignation of two high-ranking officials.
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60% Bias Score
FNC Faces \$180 Million Debt from Failed Coffee Contracts
The Colombian Coffee Growers Federation (FNC) faces a \$180 million debt due to failed future contracts signed in 2021, leaving the National Coffee Fund with a significant shortfall and prompting government intervention.
FNC Faces \$180 Million Debt from Failed Coffee Contracts
The Colombian Coffee Growers Federation (FNC) faces a \$180 million debt due to failed future contracts signed in 2021, leaving the National Coffee Fund with a significant shortfall and prompting government intervention.
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44% Bias Score
Millions in suspected corruption linked to NRW state chancellery renovation
North Rhine-Westphalia authorities are investigating millions of euros in suspected corruption linked to the state chancellery's renovation, with over 100 investigators conducting raids and focusing on allegations of bribery, bid-rigging, embezzlement, and fraud against employees of the state-owned ...
Millions in suspected corruption linked to NRW state chancellery renovation
North Rhine-Westphalia authorities are investigating millions of euros in suspected corruption linked to the state chancellery's renovation, with over 100 investigators conducting raids and focusing on allegations of bribery, bid-rigging, embezzlement, and fraud against employees of the state-owned ...
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24% Bias Score
Attempted Fraud in Kansk Waste Disposal Contract
In Kansk, Russia, a contractor, OOO "Energiya Kansk", attempted to defraud the local government of 14.5 million rubles by falsely claiming to dispose of waste at designated landfills; instead, it dumped the waste on its property. Authorities discovered the fraud during an audit, preventing the loss ...
Attempted Fraud in Kansk Waste Disposal Contract
In Kansk, Russia, a contractor, OOO "Energiya Kansk", attempted to defraud the local government of 14.5 million rubles by falsely claiming to dispose of waste at designated landfills; instead, it dumped the waste on its property. Authorities discovered the fraud during an audit, preventing the loss ...
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48% Bias Score
Puglia's €400,000 Miami Trip Sparks Outrage
The Puglia regional government spent €400,000 on a three-day promotional event in Miami, Florida, sparking criticism from regional councilors who are demanding an audit due to the perceived extravagance of the spending and the financial hardships faced by many citizens and businesses in Puglia.
Puglia's €400,000 Miami Trip Sparks Outrage
The Puglia regional government spent €400,000 on a three-day promotional event in Miami, Florida, sparking criticism from regional councilors who are demanding an audit due to the perceived extravagance of the spending and the financial hardships faced by many citizens and businesses in Puglia.
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56% Bias Score
Ajaccio Mayor Under Investigation for Misuse of Corporate Assets
A French investigation into Ajaccio Mayor Stéphane Sbraggia is underway following a prefect's report raising concerns about his salary exceeding €10,000 monthly alongside his elected position and directorship of an association. Searches were conducted at his home and the city hall on January 16th, 2...
Ajaccio Mayor Under Investigation for Misuse of Corporate Assets
A French investigation into Ajaccio Mayor Stéphane Sbraggia is underway following a prefect's report raising concerns about his salary exceeding €10,000 monthly alongside his elected position and directorship of an association. Searches were conducted at his home and the city hall on January 16th, 2...
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40% Bias Score
French Court Orders Release of Guest List for Lavish Regional Dinner
Following a legal battle, the French Council of State ruled on December 30, 2024, that the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes regional government must release the guest list for a €120,000 dinner held in June 2022, sparking an investigation into potential misuse of public funds.
French Court Orders Release of Guest List for Lavish Regional Dinner
Following a legal battle, the French Council of State ruled on December 30, 2024, that the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes regional government must release the guest list for a €120,000 dinner held in June 2022, sparking an investigation into potential misuse of public funds.
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36% Bias Score
Mexican Justices' Early Campaigning Undermines Upcoming Judicial Elections
Three Mexican Supreme Court justices and dozens of other judges are accused of using public funds for early campaigning in the upcoming June 1st judicial elections, exploiting a loophole in the recently implemented judicial reform, causing significant challenges to the National Electoral Institute a...
Mexican Justices' Early Campaigning Undermines Upcoming Judicial Elections
Three Mexican Supreme Court justices and dozens of other judges are accused of using public funds for early campaigning in the upcoming June 1st judicial elections, exploiting a loophole in the recently implemented judicial reform, causing significant challenges to the National Electoral Institute a...
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56% Bias Score
UK Teachers Banned After Misappropriating £200,000 in Public Funds
Two senior teachers at River House School in Warwickshire, UK, were banned from teaching after misappropriating over £200,000 in public funds; former headteacher Michael Turner wrongly claimed £36,000 in bonuses, and his deputy, Simon Constantinou, falsely claimed £174,000 in overtime and expenses, ...
UK Teachers Banned After Misappropriating £200,000 in Public Funds
Two senior teachers at River House School in Warwickshire, UK, were banned from teaching after misappropriating over £200,000 in public funds; former headteacher Michael Turner wrongly claimed £36,000 in bonuses, and his deputy, Simon Constantinou, falsely claimed £174,000 in overtime and expenses, ...
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48% Bias Score