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Reforms blocking Big Build corruption probe under fire

A state government is expected to introduce new laws to give its anti-corruption commission increased powers, but it may not allow retrospective probes.

AAP · Sep 8

Ukraine war briefing: New political turmoil in Kyiv as prosecutor general resigns

Anti-corruption agencies raid offices and arrest a deputy of Ruslan Kravchenko in case linked to alleged laundering of phone scam proceeds. What we know on day 1,658

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8

Egyptian influencer faces death penalty over drug charges

In tonight's edition: An Egyptian TV presenter is among a dozen people a court has sentenced to death on drug charges. But first: a South African high court rejects a former defence minister's bid to have a corruption case against her dropped. Plus the very first Pan-African Architecture Biennale opened…

France 24 · Sep 7

Match-fixing fears? PCB seizes Pakistan players' phones ahead of final England Test

Pakistan Cricket Board took national team members' mobile phones before the final Test. These devices will remain with the board until the match concludes. ICC regulations restrict phone use in certain areas during matches. However, anti-corruption officials have broader powers during investigations. The PCB has not confirmed any link to…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

PM Modi recalls 2013 when India was among ‘Fragile Five’ economies amid weak growth

Reflecting on India's economic journey, Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought attention to 2013, a year when the nation faced the bleak 'Fragile Five' label. Weak GDP figures, sky-high inflation, and an unprecedented current account deficit overshadowed the landscape. Widespread corruption, along with security challenges and stagnant policy measures, complicated matters.…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

The Icac allegations are astounding – even with NSW’s inglorious history of corruption and property development

The evidence presented so far raises some disturbing questions about the influence of certain figures in NSW politics

The Guardian - AU · Sep 4

Nearly 90 Percent Of Americans Think Government Is Corrupt

A new poll has found that Americans have become more cynical about their government.

International Business Times · Sep 4

Sri Lanka arrests ex-president Mahinda Rajapaksa's son over Airbus deal

Lawmaker Namal Rajapaksa was arrested Friday in a corruption probe. The investigation concerns a 2013 Airbus aircraft purchase deal. Former SriLankan Airlines chief executive alleged kickbacks were paid to Rajapaksa. International authorities previously found Airbus agreed to pay bribes in Sri Lanka.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Leaked Audio Puts Bolivia's First Lady at the Center of a Corruption Complaint

Bolivia's VP accuses the first lady and jailed adviser Cerimedo of corruption as a fuel, gold and drug-flights scandal widens around President Paz.

Latin Times · Sep 3

Nearly 9 in 10 Americans Say Government Corruption Is Widespread, a 20-Year High

The Gallup findings are a 10-point increase from 2025 and well above the 72% to 79% range recorded between 2010 and 2025

Latin Times · Sep 3