CORRUPTION

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Dec 03 2025OPINION

Cash on Demand: A New Way to Get Rich Quick?

In the past, bagmen were shady characters in movies, carrying stolen goods. They had to be careful not to attract attention. But times have changed. Now, you can get a bag of cash delivered to your door. It's like having your own personal ATM. Robinhood, a company that helps people invest in stocks

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's President Pushes for Clean-Up in Defence Sector

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a swift overhaul of supervisory boards in the defence sector. This move comes after a major corruption scandal that has shaken the country. The scandal involves allegations of a $100-million kickback scheme, with senior energy officials and a fo

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Slovakia's Whistleblower Office: A Step Backward?

Slovakia's government is making big changes to how it protects people who speak up about wrongdoing. They want to shut down the current Whistleblower Protection Office (UOO) and create a new one. The government says the old office was misused for political reasons. They claim the new office will do

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Netanyahu's Court Drama: Politics, Pardons, and Public Outcry

In a twist that has stirred up Israeli politics, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stepped into a courtroom recently, following a bold request for a pardon. This move, backed by former U. S. President Donald Trump, has sparked heated debates and protests. Critics argue that any pardon should come w

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Israel's President Faces Big Decision: Should Netanyahu Be Pardoned?

President Isaac Herzog is now in a tough spot. He has to decide if he will pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is currently facing serious corruption charges. Herzog says he will only think about what is best for the country when making this decision. The request for a pardon has caused a

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Dec 01 2025CRIME

Cheap Choices, Deadly Consequences: The Hong Kong Fire Tragedy

In a shocking turn of events, it has come to light that the recent fire in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court housing estate was made worse by some contractors' decisions. Officials discovered that after a typhoon, cheaper, unsafe netting was used to replace the original scaffolding material. This netting d

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Greek Farmers Fight for Fair Pay

Greek farmers are upset. They are not happy with the government. The government delayed their EU subsidies. This money is important for them. It helps them pay for things. The farmers protested. They blocked roads with tractors. Police used tear gas. This happened in central and northern Greece. Th

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

Israeli Leader Seeks Presidential Pardon Amid Ongoing Legal Battle

In a surprising move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked President Isaac Herzog to pardon him in his ongoing corruption trial. This request is highly unusual because the trial is still happening. It came shortly after former U. S. President Donald Trump wrote to President Herzog, asking

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

Ukraine and the US: A New Chapter in Peace Talks

In a sunny spot near Miami, Florida, a significant gathering took place. This was not a typical meetup, but a crucial discussion between the US and Ukraine. The main goal? To find a way to stop the ongoing war in Ukraine. Leading the Ukrainian team was Rustem Umerov, a new face in the negotiation s

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

A Shady Deal: Big Money and Big Promises in NYC Politics

Frank Garcia, a well-known Hispanic business leader, found himself in a peculiar situation. He was approached by Irfan Verjee, a CEO of a renewable energy firm, with a surprising offer. Verjee wanted Garcia to raise a significant amount of money in just three days. In return, Garcia would get a job

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