Corruption

Mexico Caught Spying on Journalists and Activists' Smartphones

Stuff that makes you think twice about what you send and snap. The Mexican government has been accused of abusing telecommunications software by spying on human rights and anti-corruption activists within its borders.

Just How Bad Is Corruption In Brazil?

Protestors recently set fire to a government building in the capital and former governor of the state of Rio de Janeiro has been sentenced to 14 years in prison on corruption and money laundering charges.

Stricter Due Dilligence And Ongoing Corruption Scandal Investigation May Halt M&A Deals In Brazil

The Brazilian industry watchdogs are pushing for more transparency in the country's merger and acquisition (M&A) . State-owned oil giant Petrobras is one of the most affected.

Who Wins 'The Most Corrupt' Contest of Transparency International? Survey Says Latin American Countries

Latin American nations recently dominated the list for having the worst cases of corruption worldwide. As a matter of fact, Transparency International named three cases in the region on their 2015 “Unmask the Corrupt” campaign.

Peru Loses $860 Million, Now Under Fire as Top Corruption Busters Continue to Fight Corrupt Officials

A huge amount of money involved in corruption in Peru is reportedly at $860 million. In light of this, an international Anticorruption Conference kicks off as the country fights for corruption which has been evident since the 1990s.

Brazil Logs Largest Decline in Global Transparency International Corruption Index

Brazil recorded the biggest drop in the index, by falling five points and going down seven positions to rank No. 76

Mexican Townspeople Block Off Bulldozers to Protect Mountain’s Spring Water

The town of Ahuisculco in Mexico is not giving up its pure mountain spring water without a fight. The town of Ahuisculco in Mexico is not giving up its pure mountain spring water without a fight.

Sen. Bob Menendez's Alleged Corruption Charges Violate Congressional Independence, Says Lawyer

Sen. Bob Menendez, whom a federal grand jury had indicted on corruption charges in April, on Monday accused prosecutors of violating the independence of Congress.

Honduras Corruption Widens As Vice President Of Congress Is Arrested

Honduras' supreme court ordered the arrest of vice president of congress Lena Gutierrez for allegedly defrauding the government's health care system.

FIFA Corruption Scandal: Jack Warner Claims Soccer Organization Tried to Manipulate Trinidad & Tobago Election

A former FIFA vice president from Trinidad and Tobago - one of the 14 high-ranking officials of the international soccer body whom U.S. prosecutors accuse of bribery and racketeering - has promised to prove a link between FIFA and attempted fraud in his nation's 2010 elections.

FIFA Corruption Scandal: Latin American Nations Open Investigations Into Soccer Leaders

Federal police in Brazil have initiated investigations into possible FIFA corruption. The South American nation started investigating following the arrests of prominent FIFA leaders.

Guatemala News: Corruption Scandal Reaches Supreme Court After Vice President Loses Her Job

A corruption scandal in Guatemala that already cost the country's vice president her job is drawing even wider circles as the name of a sitting Supreme Court justice is mentioned in a wiretapped backdoor negotiation.

Bob Menendez Corruption Investigation: Local, Federal Politicians Support Senator Amid DOJ Allegations

Following the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) formally filing criminal corruption charges against U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., lawmakers from local and federal levels have reiterated their support for the New Jersey Democrat.

Menendez Corruption Charges: 'Outraged' New Jersey Senator Responds to Justice Department's Allegations

U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., addressed the media regarding criminal corruption charges alleged by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).

43 Missing Students in Mexico: Human Rights Experts Distrust Mexican Government's Involvement, Calls for International Help

The unresolved disappearance of the 43 college students in Guerrero, Mexico, and the human rights violations in the country was a talking point during Amnesty International’s annual human rights meeting.

Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Hundreds of Thousands Demand President's Ouster in Brazil

Hundreds of thousands of protesters took the the streets on Sunday in more than 150 Brazilian cities to demand the ouster of Dilma Rousseff, the country's recently re-elected president. The demonstrations followed popular outrage over a sprawling corruption scheme.

Former Maldives President Arrested on Terror Charges

Mohamed Nasheed, ex-president of the Maldives, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison Mohamed Nasheed, ex-president of the Maldives, has been convicted of terrorism and sentenced to 13 years in prison.

Bob Menendez Scandal: Who Is Dr. Salomon Melgen? Friend of US Latino Senator Under Scrutiny

U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez could encounter criminal corruption charges from the U.S. Department of Justice due to his affiliation with Dr. Salomon Melgen, a 60-year-old Dominican ophthalmologist in Florida. Who exactly is Dr. Melgen?

Judge Recommends Former Florida Congressman Pay $57,821 in Fines

An administrative law judge recommends former Florida U.S. Rep. David Rivera should pay $57,821.96 in fines and restitution for ethics violations.

Bob Menendez Corruption Scandal Update: 'I’m Not Going Anywhere', Says NJ Senator During Press Conference

U.S. Sen. Robert "Bob" Menendez, D-N.J., vowed Friday that he was "not going anywhere" amid the alleged criminal corruption charges reportedly underway from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Sen. Bob Menendez Corruption Scandal: US Justice Department to File Criminal Corruption Charges Against Latino Senator

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) are reportedly preparing to file criminal corruption charges against Sen. Robert "Bob" Menendez, D-N.J. The DOJ is alleging that Menendez used his political office to encourage business interests of a Democratic donor and friend for gifts.
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