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Multimillion-Dollar Scams Uncovered on Polymarket
PoliticsEL PAIS2d ago

Multimillion-Dollar Scams Uncovered on Polymarket

Recent incidents, including the arrest of a US military officer and an investigation into rigged thermometers at Charles de Gaulle Airport, highlight multimillion-dollar scams occurring on the prediction market Polymarket.

Military Officer Remanded in Fatal Drunk Driving Probe
Worldmalay-mail5d ago

Military Officer Remanded in Fatal Drunk Driving Probe

A military officer has been remanded in custody for five days in connection with an alleged drunk driving crash on the MEX highway that resulted in the death of a Bangladeshi man. The officer is being investigated for murder.

Ships Navigate Strait of Hormuz Following Agreements with Iran
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Ships Navigate Strait of Hormuz Following Agreements with Iran

Several vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days after reaching agreements with Iran. A Swedish shipping company, Stena Bulk, with ships in the Persian Gulf, remains cautious.

WorldNHK Worldstraits-timeschina-daily1mo ago3 sources

China Demands Punishment, Investigation After Tokyo Embassy Intrusion

Japan expressed regret after an individual intruded into the Chinese embassy in Tokyo, an incident Beijing described as shocking. China has since lodged solemn representations, demanding Japan punish the military officer involved and conduct a thorough investigation, with the offender handed over to Japanese police.

Baligod: Probe aims to portray him, ‘ex-Marines’ as gov’t destabilizers
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Baligod: Probe aims to portray him, ‘ex-Marines’ as gov’t destabilizers

MANILA, Philippines —  Atty. Levito Baligod said on Tuesday that he received information from an “active military officer” that the ongoing investigation into the joint affidavit of his clients—18 supposed former Marines—allegedly aims to portray him and the 18 individuals as “destabilizers” of the government. “Some bright people in Government want to canalize the ‘investigation’

Falana Urges FG to Halt Trial of Alleged Coup Plotters
Politicsvanguard-ng6d ago

Falana Urges FG to Halt Trial of Alleged Coup Plotters

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has called on the Federal Government to stop the planned trial of 36 military officers. These officers are accused of involvement in a coup plot and are slated to appear before a General Court Martial.

Indonesian Military Officer Resigns After Acid Attack on Activist
Worldjutarnji-liststraits-timeschannel-news-asia+1star-malaysia1mo ago4 sources

Indonesian Military Officer Resigns After Acid Attack on Activist

An Indonesian military officer has stepped down from his position following an acid attack on an activist. The incident has drawn attention to accountability within the military and protection for activists in the country.

Two Charged in Norway Over Ukraine Aid Payments
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Two Charged in Norway Over Ukraine Aid Payments

Norway's National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crime (Økokrim) has charged two individuals, including a military officer and a CEO, in connection with payments related to Ukraine aid.

Hungary Bans Three Ukrainians from Schengen Area Amid Tensions
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Hungary Bans Three Ukrainians from Schengen Area Amid Tensions

The Hungarian government has announced a ban on three Ukrainians, identified as a retired intelligence officer, a former presidential advisor, and an extremist military officer, from entering Hungary and the Schengen zone due to alleged threats against Prime Minister Orbán.

Spanish officer who led 1981 coup dies on day documents declassified
PoliticsThe Guardian2mo ago

Spanish officer who led 1981 coup dies on day documents declassified

Antonio Tejero, who died at 93, was part of rightwing network whose efforts were thwarted by King Juan Carlos The Spanish officer who led his armed followers into the Spanish congress in a failed military coup in 1981 has died on the same day that the socialist-led government declassified documents relating to the murky attempt to overthrow the country’s post-Franco democracy. Antonio Tejero, who was 93, was part of a network of rightwing police and military officers whose efforts to seize po...