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Trafigura Seeks to Recover $500 Million in Mongolian Fuel Fraud Scheme

19th November 2024
Trafigura Seeks to Recover $500 Million in Mongolian Fuel Fraud Scheme. Swiss trading firm Trafigura is currently engaged in efforts to recover $500 million in Mongolia, following an extensive year-long investigation into its employees and associates related to a billion-dollar fraud scheme within its local fuel supply operations, as reported by three trading sources familiar […]
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New Jersey Postmaster Charged with Civil Rights Violation for Sexual Assault of Postal Worker

19th November 2024
New Jersey Postmaster Charged with Civil Rights Violation for Sexual Assault of Postal Worker. A two-count indictment was made public today, charging a U.S. Postal Service Postmaster with a federal civil rights violation for sexually assaulting a victim while acting under the authority of his position and for assaulting the victim, who is a federal […]
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Controversial Hungarian Anti-LGBT Law to Be Heard by EU Court.

19th November 2024
Controversial Hungarian Anti-LGBT Law to Be Heard by EU Court. The initial hearing regarding the Hungarian Child Protection Act is scheduled for today at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg. Hungary's contentious Child Protection Law, which has faced significant criticism for its perceived anti-LGBT stance, will be presented before the EU's […]
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Barrister Disbarred for Inflating Injuries in £250K Injury Claim

19th November 2024
Barrister Disbarred for Inflating Injuries in £250K Injury Claim. A barrister who was not registered has been disbarred for exaggerating her injuries and demonstrating "fundamental dishonesty" following a road traffic accident. Claire Louise Thomas, from Merthyr Tydfil, faced disbarment this week after a disciplinary hearing conducted by a bar tribunal. Although she is not currently […]
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Man Arrested After NYC Stabbing Spree That Killed 2 Had 8 Prior Arrests, Police Report

19th November 2024
Man Arrested After NYC Stabbing Spree That Killed 2 Had 8 Prior Arrests, Police Report. A man has been taken into custody following a stabbing incident in New York City that resulted in the deaths of two individuals. Ramon Rivera, 51, is facing first-degree murder charges after allegedly fatally attacking two men on the streets […]
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Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid Financial Turbulence

19th November 2024
Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid Financial Turbulence. Spirit Airlines, a budget carrier based in the United States, has sought bankruptcy protection following a prolonged period of financial difficulties and unsuccessful merger negotiations. On Monday, the airline announced that it had reached an agreement to restructure its debt and secure funding during a bankruptcy […]
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Qatari Royal Dispute Unveiled in High Court Battle Over £21M Diamond

19th November 2024
Qatari Royal Dispute Unveiled in High Court Battle Over £21M Diamond. A dispute within a royal family regarding a valuable diamond, potentially worth up to £21 million, is headed to the High Court for resolution. Members of Qatar’s wealthy Al-Thani dynasty are at odds over the Idol’s Eye, believed to be the largest cut blue […]
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Appeals Court May Dismiss Amazon, SpaceX Challenges to NLRB

19th November 2024
Appeals Court May Dismiss Amazon, SpaceX Challenges to NLRB. A panel of U.S. judges indicated on Monday that they might dismiss the challenges brought by Amazon.com and SpaceX against the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) due to the companies acting too hastily in taking their disputes to an appeals court. Both companies are attempting to […]
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NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery Resolve Lawsuit and Finalize International Rights Agreement

19th November 2024
NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery Resolve Lawsuit and Finalize International Rights Agreement. The NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery have come to a resolution regarding their lawsuit, establishing a new international rights agreement. This 11-year multiplatform partnership aims to enhance the promotion of NBA content while granting some international game rights. Additionally, ESPN and ABC will […]
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Explainer: What’s Next in Trump’s Hush Money Criminal Case?

18th November 2024
Explainer: What’s Next in Trump’s Hush Money Criminal Case? This week, New York prosecutors are set to inform a judge about their proposed course of action regarding President-elect Donald Trump's ongoing criminal case, especially in light of his recent election win. Here’s a breakdown of the current situation and the options available to the prosecutors. […]
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