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Chinese Scientists Charged with Smuggling Toxic Fungus into US
Two Chinese scientists, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, were charged with smuggling the toxic fungus Fusarium graminearum into the US in July 2024; Jian, a member of the Chinese Communist Party, hid the fungus in her backpack, while Liu, who had previously worked at the University of Michigan lab wher...
Chinese Scientists Charged with Smuggling Toxic Fungus into US
Two Chinese scientists, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, were charged with smuggling the toxic fungus Fusarium graminearum into the US in July 2024; Jian, a member of the Chinese Communist Party, hid the fungus in her backpack, while Liu, who had previously worked at the University of Michigan lab wher...
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Chinese Researchers Charged with Smuggling Crop Pathogen
A Chinese researcher at the University of Michigan and her boyfriend were charged with smuggling Fusarium graminearum, a fungus causing billions in global crop losses annually, into the US; the fungus was found in the boyfriend's backpack at Detroit airport.
Chinese Researchers Charged with Smuggling Crop Pathogen
A Chinese researcher at the University of Michigan and her boyfriend were charged with smuggling Fusarium graminearum, a fungus causing billions in global crop losses annually, into the US; the fungus was found in the boyfriend's backpack at Detroit airport.
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48% Bias Score
Harvard Researcher Released from ICE Custody, Faces Criminal Charges for Alleged Embryo Smuggling
A federal judge ordered the release of Harvard researcher Kseniia Petrova from ICE custody on Wednesday, but she remains detained on criminal charges related to allegedly smuggling frog embryos into the U.S. at Logan Airport in February; she faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Harvard Researcher Released from ICE Custody, Faces Criminal Charges for Alleged Embryo Smuggling
A federal judge ordered the release of Harvard researcher Kseniia Petrova from ICE custody on Wednesday, but she remains detained on criminal charges related to allegedly smuggling frog embryos into the U.S. at Logan Airport in February; she faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
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France Seizes Hundreds of Undetectable Prison Phones
French police seized hundreds of miniature cell phones from 66 prisons during a raid named "Prison Break," targeting a company that advertised them as undetectable by security; 500 unshipped phones, €70,000 cash, and two suspects were also apprehended.
France Seizes Hundreds of Undetectable Prison Phones
French police seized hundreds of miniature cell phones from 66 prisons during a raid named "Prison Break," targeting a company that advertised them as undetectable by security; 500 unshipped phones, €70,000 cash, and two suspects were also apprehended.
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36% Bias Score
Russian Scientist Faces US Smuggling Charges, Risks Deportation to Russia
On February 16, 2024, Russian scientist Ksenia Petrova was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport upon returning from Paris and charged with smuggling frog embryos into the U.S., potentially facing deportation to Russia where she could face persecution for her anti-war views.
Russian Scientist Faces US Smuggling Charges, Risks Deportation to Russia
On February 16, 2024, Russian scientist Ksenia Petrova was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport upon returning from Paris and charged with smuggling frog embryos into the U.S., potentially facing deportation to Russia where she could face persecution for her anti-war views.
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Eritrean Migrants Drown in Lake Turkana, Exposing New Smuggling Route
A 14-year-old Eritrean girl, Hiyab, drowned in Lake Turkana, Kenya, while attempting to reach safety with smugglers in July 2024, highlighting the growing use of this dangerous new route by Eritrean migrants fleeing persecution and forced conscription.
Eritrean Migrants Drown in Lake Turkana, Exposing New Smuggling Route
A 14-year-old Eritrean girl, Hiyab, drowned in Lake Turkana, Kenya, while attempting to reach safety with smugglers in July 2024, highlighting the growing use of this dangerous new route by Eritrean migrants fleeing persecution and forced conscription.
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36% Bias Score
US Blocks Smuggling of Potentially Bioterroristic Fungus
In 2023, US authorities thwarted a Chinese researcher's attempt to smuggle Fusarium graminearum, a fungus that can affect crops and cause illness in humans and animals, into the US; the researcher and his girlfriend face charges for conspiracy, smuggling, and making false statements.
US Blocks Smuggling of Potentially Bioterroristic Fungus
In 2023, US authorities thwarted a Chinese researcher's attempt to smuggle Fusarium graminearum, a fungus that can affect crops and cause illness in humans and animals, into the US; the researcher and his girlfriend face charges for conspiracy, smuggling, and making false statements.
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64% Bias Score
Prison Officer Jailed for Continued Drug Smuggling
A prison officer, Chelsea Kemp, was sentenced to eight and a half years for smuggling drugs into three prisons, continuing her activity even after a prior arrest; two accomplices received lesser sentences.
Prison Officer Jailed for Continued Drug Smuggling
A prison officer, Chelsea Kemp, was sentenced to eight and a half years for smuggling drugs into three prisons, continuing her activity even after a prior arrest; two accomplices received lesser sentences.
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40% Bias Score
Belgium to use military radar to combat smuggling via private aircraft
Belgian customs will use military radar to monitor private aircraft, addressing the exploitation of 150 airfields lacking customs checks and aiming to combat smuggling of drugs, weapons, and illegal goods.
Belgium to use military radar to combat smuggling via private aircraft
Belgian customs will use military radar to monitor private aircraft, addressing the exploitation of 150 airfields lacking customs checks and aiming to combat smuggling of drugs, weapons, and illegal goods.
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Thailand to Tighten Cannabis Regulations Amid Smuggling Surge
Thailand plans to tighten cannabis sales regulations after a surge in smuggling attempts by tourists, mostly British and Indian nationals, following the country's 2022 decriminalization of the drug.
Thailand to Tighten Cannabis Regulations Amid Smuggling Surge
Thailand plans to tighten cannabis sales regulations after a surge in smuggling attempts by tourists, mostly British and Indian nationals, following the country's 2022 decriminalization of the drug.
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UK Expands Crackdown on Balkan Migrant Smuggling
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is in Albania to announce an expanded crackdown on migrant smuggling gangs, building on a 95% reduction in Albanian small boat arrivals to the UK over the past three years. He will expand a joint migration taskforce to include North Macedonia and Montenegro and pro...
UK Expands Crackdown on Balkan Migrant Smuggling
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is in Albania to announce an expanded crackdown on migrant smuggling gangs, building on a 95% reduction in Albanian small boat arrivals to the UK over the past three years. He will expand a joint migration taskforce to include North Macedonia and Montenegro and pro...
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IMM Employee Arrested for Human Trafficking
An Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality employee, Mevlüt Demirküben, was arrested on April 9, 2025, for alleged human trafficking while driving a municipal vehicle (34 MTK 698) carrying eight undocumented migrants; the IMM has initiated disciplinary action and terminated his employment.
IMM Employee Arrested for Human Trafficking
An Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality employee, Mevlüt Demirküben, was arrested on April 9, 2025, for alleged human trafficking while driving a municipal vehicle (34 MTK 698) carrying eight undocumented migrants; the IMM has initiated disciplinary action and terminated his employment.
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40% Bias Score
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