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Moreno Convicted in Sinohydro Bribery Case
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— Aug 28, 2026
Ecuador’s National Court of Justice convicted former president Lenín Moreno of bribery tied to Sinohydro over the Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric project, with prosecutors alleging Moreno used his vice-presidency to influence financing in exchange for illicit payments to him and his relatives. The verdict points to bribes totaling around $75–76 million, and sentencing and disqualification from public office are among the penalties sought for Moreno and others involved.
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Unification Church leader Han Hak-ja jailed two years for bribery
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— Aug 31, 2026
Han Hak-ja, leader of the Unification Church, was sentenced to two years in prison in Seoul on bribery and political-funding charges tied to efforts to influence former President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration and former first lady Kim Keon Hee, including gifts such as a Chanel bag and a luxury necklace. The case centers on providing favors to political figures through intermediaries while the church sought policy influence.
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‘I’m Joking’: Biden Has 3-Word Question About Bribery Allegations
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— Jun 9, 2023
President Joe Biden is facing questions about allegations he took part in a bribery scheme. During a press conference on Thursday, a reporter asked the president about Congressional Republicans’ claim there is “damning…
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DC Councilman Who Claimed Jews Controlled The Weather Charged With Bribery
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— Aug 19, 2024
D.C. City Councilmember Trayon White was charged with bribery for allegedly agreeing to accept tens of thousands of dollars in undisclosed kickbacks and cash payments, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia’s…
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Do Union Bosses Speak For The Working Class?
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Sen. Bob Menendez Convicted In Federal Bribery Trial
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— Jul 16, 2024
Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey was convicted of federal corruption and bribery charges on Tuesday, Fox News reported. Menendez, who was indicted on Mar. 5, was convicted by a jury over his involvement in a…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Disgraced Democrat Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba Fesses Up To $50,000 Bribery Scheme
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— Jul 8, 2026
Former Democratic Jackson, Mississippi Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba pleaded guilty Monday to conspiracy in a six-figure real estate bribery scheme.
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Voting Machine Firm Smartmatic Indicted In Bribery Case
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— Oct 17, 2025
A federal grand jury in Miami on Thursday charged multinational election technology company Smartmatic and several of its top executives with orchestrating a multimillion-dollar bribery and money-laundering scheme. In…
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Dem Senator Bob Menendez Resigns Following Bribery Conviction
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— Aug 20, 2024
Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez resigned his seat in the Senate on Tuesday, according to multiple outlets. The Senate Democrat announced his resignation following his conviction in a bribery scheme involving…
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Bob Menendez Appears at Federal Court for Arraignment on Bribery Charges
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— Sep 27, 2023
Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez appeared in a Manhattan federal court Wednesday for his arraignment after he was indicted last week on bribery charges. Menendez and his wife were charged with three counts each…
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Football creator frames England-Spain clash as Premier League vs La Liga and Kane-Yamal Ballon d’Or showdown
Nigerian creator @Adikastakes posts provocative framing of England vs Spain as PL vs La Liga 'WAR' and Kane vs Yamal Ballon d’Or decider; reaction is predominantly dismissive of the hype and league comparisons, with only a small minority amplifying the England/PL side.
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Biden Has Strange Response When Reporter Confronts Him About Alleged Bribery Tapes
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— Jun 14, 2023
A question about proof he was enmeshed in a bribery deal while he was vice president brought a bemused expression to President Joe Biden’s face on Tuesday. On Monday, Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa claimed that…
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‘Partners In Crime’: Bob Menendez’s Wife Convicted For Role In Bribery Scheme
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— Apr 21, 2025
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Democrat New Jersey Sen. and convicted felon Bob Menendez, was herself convicted on Monday for her role in the bribery scheme that ended her husband’s career. A Manhattan jury found…
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Soccer vs American Football
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The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Puerto Rican Mayor Pleads Guilty as Bribery Scheme Unravels
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— Dec 4, 2021
A Puerto Rican mayor elected last year has pleaded guilty to participating in a bribery scheme. Félix Delgado Montalvo, 40, pleaded guilty Wednesday to one count of conspiracy to solicit and accept bribes, according to…
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Alert: NY Lt. Governor Arrested on Federal Bribery Charges
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— Apr 12, 2022
The second-highest-ranking official in New York has been arrested on federal bribery charges. New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin (D) surrendered to law enforcement on Tuesday morning as he was facing a federal indictment…
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Bribery Allegations For Scandal-Prone DC Politician Get Even Worse
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— May 28, 2026
A Democratic Washington, D.C., councilman battling bribery allegations took two trips to the Dominican Republic that a campaign donor paid for, prosecutors said Tuesday. Trayon White took the trips around 2019 and 2021…
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How to start reading the Bible
For anyone who has a Bible but has never got past the first page, this builds a clear daily habit that lets the story make sense.
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Bob Menendez Doubles Down in Senate Floor Speech After New Indictment Brings Even More Bribery Allegations
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— Jan 9, 2024
Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey doubled down on his innocence in a Tuesday floor speech following a superseding indictment that brought additional bribery charges last week relating to positive statements he…
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Spreadsheet wizard or formula fraud?
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Fifteen questions that separate the people who USE spreadsheets from the people spreadsheets happen to. Rank at the end.
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Bob Menendez Reportedly Confirms His Resignation
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— Jul 18, 2024
Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez reportedly confirmed to fellow Democratic lawmakers he will resign from his position following his conviction in a federal bribery trial, two sources familiar with the matter told…
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Biden Mocks Reporter for Asking ‘Such a Dumb Question’
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— Jun 15, 2023
President Joe Biden knocked a question involving bribery allegations made against him. During an event at the White House Thursday, a reporter asked, “Why did the Ukraine-FBI informant file refer to you as ‘the Big…
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Roles of Trump Fundraiser, Kushner’s Attorney Were Scrutinized in Pardon Bribe Probe
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— Dec 4, 2020
A former Trump fundraiser and a prominent lawyer were among the people scrutinized by the Justice Department for their roles in what a judge described as a possible bribery scheme to win a presidential pardon for a…
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Democratic Senator and His Wife Indicted in Federal Corruption Case
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— Sep 22, 2023
Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez of New Jersey was indicted on federal bribery charges on Friday morning following a yearlong corruption investigation. In a federal indictment obtained by CNN , the senator and his wife…
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Why Even A Temporary Diesel Export Ban Is A Bad Idea
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Trump Bristles as Pardoned Congressman Refuses to Switch Parties
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— Dec 8, 2025
Tensions surfaced this week between President Donald Trump and Rep. Henry Cuellar, the Texas Democrat whose federal bribery case Trump pardoned earlier this month. According to The Associated Press , instead of…
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Another Top Adams Official Heads For The Exit
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— Oct 7, 2024
Another top official in the Adams administration is calling it quits amid the recent unveiling of bribery and corruption charges targeting the mayor’s office, according to multiple reports. New York City Deputy Mayor…
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One Of America’s Most Insane Local Politicians Just Won In DC
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— Jul 16, 2025
Despite a looming bribery scandal, former Washington D.C. Councilmember Trayon White Sr. secured his seat Tuesday after previously being kicked out following an FBI arrest and charge. White was arrested in August 2024…
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Retired Naval Admiral Convicted In Lucrative Bribery Scheme
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— May 20, 2025
A retired four-star Navy admiral was convicted Monday for using his position to route a deal to a defense contractor in exchange for a cushy gig at the firm. Retired Adm. Robert Burke was convicted of conspiracy to…
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Bob Menendez Appeals For New Trial Citing Prosecution Error
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— Nov 28, 2024
Former Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez’s legal team petitioned Wednesday for the Manhattan federal court to overturn his bribery convictions and authorize a retrial. The request follows prosecutors’ admissions…
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Sarkodie Posts Prayer for Good Health, Peace and Wisdom
Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie's brief prayer post draws largely affirmative reactions (80-90% supportive or neutral-positive) from fans, with only a small minority of critical replies tied to past rivalries and allegations.
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