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Rogue Judges Handed Major Loss In ‘Unconstitutional’ Scheme To Remove Their Colleague1 source — 1d

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CIA official with top-secret clearance pleads guilty to $194 million government fraud scheme involving gold bars, luxury homes2 sources — 1d

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El Paso deputy arrested over alleged 380-record schemePolitics — 4dEl Paso County deputy Jessica Marie Alonzo was arrested and faces 10 counts of tampering with government records for allegedly altering more than 380 vehicle registration and title records to bypass Texas inspection and emissions requirements. Investigators say she collected thousands of dollars in payments, though they could not determine whether every payment was tied to the alleged scheme.

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Former WVU basketball player Kerr Kriisa pleads guilty to wire fraud — 1dFormer college basketball player Kerr Kriisa pleaded guilty to wire fraud in a scheme prosecutors say defrauded two people of nearly $2.2 million from 2022 to 2026, including by using a fictitious identity to demand money. He is scheduled to be sentenced Dec. 22, 2026.

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IJRTrump Says Russia Will Ship Millions Of Tons Of Diesel To Bring Down Record PricesSimon August · 2 min · 1h

Texas COVID Billing Cases Yield $20M Settlement, IndictmentHealth — 4dTwo Plano, Texas, clinics and their owner agreed to pay $20 million to settle allegations they falsely billed a federal COVID-19 program for office visits when patients received only nasal swab tests. Separately, Houston physician Joseph Montes was indicted over an alleged scheme to bill the program about $30 million for visits that never occurred.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom 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.

SEC Seeks $3 Million Judgment Against Leech — 2dThe SEC is seeking court approval of a consent judgment requiring former Western Asset co-CIO Ken Leech to pay a $3 million penalty and face securities-industry restrictions over an alleged trade-allocation scheme that steered gains to favored clients and losses to others; Leech did not admit the allegations. Combined with Western Asset’s $100 million settlement, the resolutions are expected to provide $103 million in relief to affected investors.

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Michigan adds gift-card theft to retail crime law — 4dMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan laws adding gift-card tampering, theft of redemption information and fraudulent use of that information to the state’s Organized Retail Crime Act. Violators could face up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine, as state officials and retailers seek to deter card-draining schemes.

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Pakistan reports fuel aid reaching 9 million amid U.S.-Iran warWorld — 4dPakistan says its fuel-relief program has reached more than 9 million people as oil-price increases linked to the U.S.-Iran war strain household budgets. The scheme gives motorcycle and rickshaw users weekly fuel assistance and offers small-car owners a per-liter discount, though some motorists have reported registration and documentation problems.

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Texas Woman Arrested in Alleged Child-for-Drugs SchemeHealth — Sep 30, 2026A Texas woman was arrested and charged with continuous sexual assault of a child, accused of repeatedly taking the child to former Tyler doctor Kenneth Haygood and allowing him to abuse the child in exchange for prescription drugs. The alleged abuse occurred over several years; Haygood was sentenced to eight years in prison in 2025 for sex crimes involving other patients.

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Andrew PowellWhite House Sets Hearing for Lisa Cook as Trump Revives Mortgage AllegationsPresident Donald Trump has established a White House committee to examine allegations that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook made false statements on mortgage documents, opening a new chapter in his effort to remove her from the central bank. The committee will give Cook an opportunity to respond to the accusations before its members recommend whether Trump has sufficient grounds to dismiss her, 1m

Twin Brothers Plead Guilty in $1.3M Golf Tax SchemeBusiness — Sep 29, 2026Twin brothers who worked as MRI technicians pleaded guilty to tax crimes after operating a golf tee-time resale business in Los Angeles and Orange counties and failing to report more than $1.3 million in income. Prosecutors said they routed business fees to personal accounts and falsely claimed exemption from employer tax withholding; they face sentencing in January 2027.

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UK Mortgage Rates Climb, Borrowers Weigh OptionsFinance — Sep 30, 2026As mortgage rates rise, homeowners are weighing refinancing, paying off loans or investing spare savings, while tools can help compare deals and avoid higher variable rates. In Ireland, the Mortgage to Rent scheme offers some borrowers in arrears a way to remain in their homes as tenants, though rising property values may make some ineligible; one borrower’s complaint about Better.com also underscores the importance of understanding fees and credit checks before applying.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Kelce Named Fraud Victim; Operator Sentenced 11 Years — Sep 16, 2026Siddharth Jawahar got 11 years for a $35 million fraud scheme; prosecutors named Travis Kelce a victim at the St. Louis sentencing.

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Kyle Busch Tribute Car Debuts at Bristol — Sep 17, 2026Ty Gibbs will pilot the No. 54 M&M’s tribute car at Bristol to honor the late Kyle Busch, reviving his iconic color scheme tied to Joe Gibbs Racing and Mars’ M&M’s brand. The tribute, supported by Busch’s family and the team, centers on Bristol’s significance in his career with pre-race ceremonies, a family-forward reveal, and reflections on his legacy across multiple series.

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Pair Sentenced in 11-State $362K Walmart Theft — Sep 17, 2026Two men, Anthony Belser and George Mayo, were sentenced to 25 and 40 years respectively for a $362,844 Walmart theft scheme spanning 11 states over 10 months, with investigators noting a consistent method of hiding merchandise inside larger items and later transferring it into emptied boxes. Prosecutors said the case relied on a Georgia-led investigation and charged both with RICO-related counts related to organized retail theft.

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IJRAmerica’s Bid To Loosen China’s Cobalt Grip Comes With A Green Card AttachedParis Apodaca · 7 min · 1h

Beijing Drone Ban Takes Effect Nov. 15Tech — Sep 17, 2026Beijing is imposing a citywide ban on flying, possessing, and storing drones with a November 15 deadline, while offering buy-back subsidies of up to 3,000 yuan (30% of resale value) and recycling options to ease disposal. Reactions vary as some owners criticize the schemes as robbery and complain of sharp price declines, whereas others acknowledge the safety rationale and comply amid queues at police-present buy-back sites.

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Brookfield Agrees to Acquire Reliance Worldwide for US$2.9 Billion — Sep 15, 2026Brookfield Capital Partners will acquire Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) for US$3.38 per share, valuing the company at about US$2.9 billion, with a scheme of arrangement and a Go Shop period through 15 October 2026. The RWC board unanimously supports the deal, which offers USD or AUD payment options, carries premiums to recent trading levels, and is subject to shareholder, court, and regulatory approvals as well as an independent expert’s report.

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Tom Gallagher Brookfield's offer at a premium looks decent for RWC shareholders but the long timeline to close could bring risks.

Norway Recovers $2.65 Million in Stolen Silver CoinsFinance — Sep 17, 2026Norway's Okokrim has sentenced three Norwegians to up to 2.5 years for organizing and storing tens of thousands of U.S. silver coins recovered from two vans near Oslo, part of a money-laundering scheme tied to a U.S. investment fraud. Authorities say nearly 67,000 coins worth about $2.65 million were recovered, with an earlier 2019 hoard of 79,500 coins found as the investigation continued; victims in the U.S. are to have assets returned once the process concludes.

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Colbert Convicted in Manzano Death; White AcquittedWorld — Sep 15, 2026The Jefferson Parish trial of Danette Colbert and Rickey White continued with closing arguments asserting they drugged and robbed victims, including Kansas City sports reporter Adan Manzano who died in a Kenner hotel room while covering Super Bowl LIX. Testimony from a third defendant, Christian Anderson, who pleaded guilty to lesser charges, described a years-long scheme and implicated White and Colbert, as prosecutors outline a pattern of drugging, theft, and coercion.

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Law firms launch securities suits against five companies over alleged disclosures — Sep 15, 2026Pomerantz LLP (with Robbins LLP handling Smartsheet matters) announced securities-class-action lawsuits and investor alerts against five companies—XTI Aerospace, Smartsheet, Park Ha Biological Technology, York Space Systems, and GoDaddy—alleging fraudulent conduct such as pump-and-dump schemes, undisclosed acquisition talks, and misleading buybacks, with deadlines for lead-plaintiff applications. The actions portray a pattern of alleged corporate fraud across diverse sectors, urging affected investors to come forward before the stated deadlines.

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Marcus Bell Park Ha's case stands out as another reminder to research before jumping into smaller biotech stocks.

Andrew PowellPentagon Confirms Fort Hood Terrorist’s Execution Will Be LivestreamedThe Pentagon has confirmed that the scheduled execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed, giving the public an opportunity to witness what would be the U.S. military’s first execution in more than 60 years. A War Department official confirmed the plan to Fox News on Thursday, saying, “It will be livestreamed. Details will follow.” Hasan’s execution is scheduled10m

No. 7 Miami Crushes FAMU 77-7Sports — Sep 11, 2026The Miami Hurricanes faced injuries at cornerback early in the season, prompting defensive shuffles that still helped them dominate FAMU, while also analyzing how their coverage schemes evolved from Week 1 to Week 2. The Florida Classic’s broader context highlights FAMU’s costly guarantee game against UM, sparking debate over money games, player safety, and the financial realities shaping HBCU programs. The discussion is further enriched by fan and media reactions to Miami’s win and ongoing coverage of the rivalry.

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Indian Equity Mutual Fund Inflows Hit Four-Month High — Sep 10, 2026Equity mutual fund inflows in August rose 19% month-on-month to about ₹29,329 crore, led by mid-cap and small-cap funds and marking a four-month high. However, the overall mutual fund industry saw net inflows of ₹41,353 crore as debt-oriented schemes posted outflows, while total assets under management climbed to ₹87.07 lakh crore and SIP AUM rose to ₹18.62 lakh crore.

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Jared Kim Equity inflows bouncing back is a positive sign, though debt outflows show investors are still picking their spots carefully.

Ecuador Court Sentences Ex-President Bucaram to Nine Years in Medical Supplies Case — Sep 10, 2026Former Ecuadorian president Abdala Bucaram and his son Jacobo were sentenced to nine years and four months in prison for involvement in a pandemic-era corruption scheme tied to the illegal sale of Covid-19 medical supplies, with Bucaram appearing via remote clinic due to heart problems. The two main perpetrators received longer sentences of 13 years and four months, another co-defendant was murdered in prison in 2020, and Bucaram could serve the sentence under house arrest given his age.

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Chris Dalton Bucaram's nine-year sentence fits the scale of stealing from pandemic supplies, though house arrest at his age might soften the impact too much.

Feds Target Notorious Terror Group For Massive Fraud Scheme — Jan 26, 2026A federal grand jury indicted 31 individuals in relation to an international fraud scheme, according to a Department of Justice (DOJ) press release Monday. The individuals were allegedly involved in a scheme using…

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DOJ Charges Texas Doctor In Alleged $89 Million Healthcare Fraud Scheme — Jun 23, 2026The Department of Justice said Tuesday that it charged a Texas doctor for his role in an $89 million healthcare fraud scheme.

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