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Federal bribery investigation is another blow for Mississippi's embattled capital

Political observers say Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba's indictment could intensify a long-running battle between city Democrats and Mississippi Republicans.

How FBI agents posing as developers ensnared Mississippi city officials in a bribery probe

JACKSON, Miss. — For out-of-state developers hoping to bring a win to Mississippi’s capital, their pitch was flat.

Russian bribery seeks to skew Moldova’s presidential run-off

Officials estimate $100mn spent by Moscow as second round follows upset last month for pro-EU president Maia Sandu

Business - Financial Times - November 3

"Fat Leonard" sentenced to 15 years in massive Navy bribery case

Leonard Glenn Francis, known as "Fat Leonard," masterminded an unprecedented bribery and fraud scheme targeting the U.S. Navy.

'Fat Leonard,' Navy contractor behind bribery scheme, sentenced to 15 years

Former military defense contractor Leonard “Fat Leonard” Francis was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in prison for masterminding a decade-long bribery scheme that swept up dozens of U.S.

'Fat Leonard' Francis sentenced to 15 years in massive military bribery scandal

Former Navy contractor Leonard Francis, also known as "Fat Leonard," the mastermind of one of the largest U.S. military bribery scandals, was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in prison for his role in ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

US jails Fat Leonard in Navy's biggest bribery scandal

The businessman had previously pleaded guilty to bribing senior officials with cash and sex parties.

Jackson mayor and other local Mississippi officials accused of bribery

The mayor of Mississippi’s capital said Thursday “he will continue to handle the business of the city,” after he pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged bribery scheme that has also led ...

Supervisor Andrew Do in Southern California Resigns and Agrees to Plead Guilty in Bribery Scheme

Federal prosecutors said that Andrew Do, an Orange County supervisor, enriched himself and his family with federal pandemic aid meant for seniors.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

Sources: Embiid's participation to be investigated

The NBA is likely to begin an investigation later this week into the Philadelphia 76ers surrounding the player participation of All-NBA center Joel Embiid, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Olympic medalist suspended in doping investigation

Olympic silver medalist race walker Koki Ikeda of Japan has been provisionally banned for suspected blood doping

Sports - ABC News - November 1

NBA reopening investigation into Lakers' Hayes

The NBA is reopening an investigation into a 2021 incident involving Lakers center Jaxson Hayes after TMZ published a video of it Saturday.

Sports - ESPN - November 3

Democrats call for investigation into grocery prices

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) are calling on administration officials to investigate Albertsons and other major grocery chains for “predatory practices” they say ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

ICC announces investigation into chief prosecutor

ICC announces external probe into chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct allegations

PSNI not 'rigorous enough' in investigating Simpson death

For several months, Katie Simpson’s death in 2020 was treated by detectives as a suicide.

FA launches investigation into Coote video

The Football Association launches its own investigation into the video that appears to show Premier League referee David Coote using foul language to describe former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.

The Investigations Into Matt Gaetz: What to Know

Federal prosecutors scrutinized claims that Donald Trump’s choice for attorney general had sex with an underage girl, but did not charge him. The House Ethics Committee had its own inquiry.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

That’s the fireworks over for another another year. Phew! | Zoe Williams

Every Guy Fawkes Night excited man-children light up much of Britain with their Intergalactic Megaboxes. And we just trust them not to make a hash of it. Near my house, there are some incredible ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

US investigates leak of Israel plan to attack Iran

The documents are said to describe satellite imagery showing Israel moving military assets.

FirstFT: Calls grow for investigation into Musk election giveaways

Also in today’s newsletter, Trump’s vulgar ramble and Boeing workers to vote on pay deal

World - Financial Times - October 21

DOD, FBI investigating suspected major intelligence leak

The Defense Department and the FBI are investigating what could be a significant intelligence breach about Israel's plans to strike Iran.

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO arrested on sex trafficking charges

The investigation involved whether the men sexually exploited and abused young men at parties they hosted in the U.S. and around the world, the sources said.

Case reopens into Wimbledon crash that killed two schoolgirls

Bereaved parents welcome new police investigation into a crash that killed two girls and injured 12.

Woman released after care home deaths arrest

Three elderly care home residents were found dead in Swanage, Dorset, on Wednesday.

Well-known Cambodian investigative journalist released on bail

A Cambodian investigative reporter who was charged with a criminal offense after exposing online scams and corruption has been released on bail

World - ABC News - October 24

Onions investigated as source of deadly E. coli outbreak

More fast food chains are removing raw onions from their menus after a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounder burgers. The parent company for Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC says ...

Missouri Investigating Google for Censoring Conservative Speech

Missouri’s Attorney General accused the tech giant of subverting conservative speech during the election.

Business - Inc. - October 25

La Liga and Real condemn Yamal racist abuse

Real Madrid and La Liga condemn racist abuse aimed at Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal during Saturday's El Clasico at the Bernabeu.

Big Ten investigating Spartans-Wolverines fight

Michigan State has contacted the Big Ten about the fight between the Spartans and Michigan players.

Sports - ESPN - October 28

FBI investigating ballot box fires in Oregon and Washington

The FBI is investigating fires that were deliberately set in drop ballot boxes in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. The sabotaging of ballots is something federal officials are warning ...

Politics - CBS News - October 28

Biden calls for investigations into country of Georgia's election results

President Biden on Tuesday called for the government in the country of Georgia to investigate all election irregularities, holding back recognition of the claimed victory by the ruling party ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

UK borrowing costs rise as Reeves’ spending plans unnerve investors

Ten-year gilt yield hits five-month high after chancellor’s first Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

AstraZeneca China president under investigation by Chinese authorities

British drugmaker says Leon Wang is ‘co-operating with an ongoing investigation’

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Authorities investigate fire at UK nuclear submarine shipyard

Blaze at BAE Systems site in Barrow-in-Furness did not pose nuclear risk and was brought under control

Business - Financial Times - October 30

The EU Is Investigating Temu for Illegal Products and Addictive Design

Toys, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics are suspected to be among the noncompliant products available to the Chinese shopping platform’s 90 million European users.

Tech - Wired - October 31

Investigation into Liam Payne's death: New details

New details have emerged in the investigation of former One Direction star Liam Payne's death.

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Federal bribery investigation is another blow for Mississippi's embattled capital

How FBI agents posing as developers ensnared Mississippi city officials in a bribery probe

Russian bribery seeks to skew Moldova’s presidential run-off

"Fat Leonard" sentenced to 15 years in massive Navy bribery case

'Fat Leonard,' Navy contractor behind bribery scheme, sentenced to 15 years

'Fat Leonard' Francis sentenced to 15 years in massive military bribery scandal

US jails Fat Leonard in Navy's biggest bribery scandal

Jackson mayor and other local Mississippi officials accused of bribery

Supervisor Andrew Do in Southern California Resigns and Agrees to Plead Guilty in Bribery Scheme

Sources: Embiid's participation to be investigated

Olympic medalist suspended in doping investigation

NBA reopening investigation into Lakers' Hayes

Democrats call for investigation into grocery prices

ICC announces investigation into chief prosecutor

PSNI not 'rigorous enough' in investigating Simpson death

FA launches investigation into Coote video

The Investigations Into Matt Gaetz: What to Know

That’s the fireworks over for another another year. Phew! | Zoe Williams

US investigates leak of Israel plan to attack Iran

FirstFT: Calls grow for investigation into Musk election giveaways

DOD, FBI investigating suspected major intelligence leak

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO arrested on sex trafficking charges

Case reopens into Wimbledon crash that killed two schoolgirls

Woman released after care home deaths arrest

Well-known Cambodian investigative journalist released on bail

Onions investigated as source of deadly E. coli outbreak

Missouri Investigating Google for Censoring Conservative Speech

La Liga and Real condemn Yamal racist abuse

Big Ten investigating Spartans-Wolverines fight

FBI investigating ballot box fires in Oregon and Washington

Biden calls for investigations into country of Georgia's election results

UK borrowing costs rise as Reeves’ spending plans unnerve investors

AstraZeneca China president under investigation by Chinese authorities

Authorities investigate fire at UK nuclear submarine shipyard

The EU Is Investigating Temu for Illegal Products and Addictive Design

Investigation into Liam Payne's death: New details

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