Corruption

Pras Michel, once a celebrated Fugees member who helped define 1990s hip-hop, has fallen from musical stardom into a global corruption scandal, culminating in a 14-year prison sentence for illegally funneling millions into US political campaigns and lobbying on behalf of foreign interests.

Trisha Kae Andrada Nov 22, 2025

Timur Mindich had denied wrongdoing, but fled the country hours before the raid. Where is he?

Kobe Patrick Serinas Nov 10, 2025

Serbia mourns 16 victims of the Novi Sad station collapse as protests and anger over corruption continue one year after the deadly disaster.

Evan Michael Clerigo Nov 02, 2025

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, 70, has been convicted of criminal conspiracy and stripped of the prestigious Legion of Honor. From his marriage to Carla Bruni to his fall from grace, here's what to know.

Carson Beale Sep 25, 2025

Filipinos are praising Indonesians as they bravely revolt against their corrupt government. Philippine residents are encouraging their fellowmen on social media to do the same.

Giuliano de Leon Sep 02, 2025

A British tourist suffered injuries and extortion by Thai authorities after a minor accident, leading to trauma and stolen belongings.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Feb 03, 2025

Ukraine is dealing with a big problem: corruption. It's causing economic issues and making things tough for the country.

Feb 28, 2024

According to the company, Mr Murdoch's son, Lachlan Murdoch, will become sole chairman of News Corp. and continue as executive chair and chief executive of Fox.

Taylor J. Mustafa Sep 21, 2023

As many as 21 people, including an Indian, have been put on trial in Uzbekistan for the deaths.

Sadhna Yadav Aug 18, 2023

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan was arrested this week in a corruption case that may have merit. Yet the reason for the move is unlikely to be anti-corruption.

Mehar Sultan May 12, 2023

Corruption in the UK construction industry is a serious issue that has far-reaching consequences. It undermines the reputation of the industry, increases the cost of construction projects, and puts the public and the environment at risk.

Daniel Elliot Feb 13, 2023

An Irish man who earns a whopping £105,000 per year has sued his employer, claiming he is being paid to "do nothing" at his workplace.

Sadhna Yadav Dec 06, 2022

As many as nine people have been arrested following the collapse of a building in the Chinese city of Changsha where several people are still trapped.

Sadhna Yadav May 02, 2022

Prison bosses claim that they have mechanisms in place to root out corruption in the prison system and ensure such incidents are not repeated.

Agrima Tikader Jun 26, 2020

Russia's Federal Security Service arrests Abdusamad Gamidov, acting head of regional government in Dagestan.

Dan Cancian Feb 06, 2018

Despite being called out for 'relentless embezzlement and extortion', Equatorial Guinea's vice president walked away from a French court with a suspended jail sentence.

Martin Kenney Nov 21, 2017

Spectacle happened at the trial of former Russian economy minister Alexei Ulyukayev, the highest-ranking official to have been arrested on corruption charges since 1993.

Staff Reporter Nov 08, 2017

Serious concerns have arisen about Qatar's bid for the 2022 World Cup and it's unlikely allegations of corruption will go away.

Martin Kenney Oct 24, 2017

Jose Eduardo dos Santos, Africa's second-longest-ruling leader, will hand power to the election winner, expected to be Joao Lourenco of MPLA.

David Sim Aug 23, 2017

Yelizaveta Peskova tried to make the difficult jump from Instagram kid to ship building industry expert.

IBT UK Contributor Aug 07, 2017

Venezuela's new constituent assembly allows President Maduro to silence his enemies. But the opposition won't just go away.

David Sim Jul 31, 2017

A High Court ruling reveals that Kim Dotcom was spied on for two months longer than the NZ government admitted.

Mary-Ann Russon Jul 21, 2017

The former finance minister and chief of staff to two Presidents has been caught up the country's sweeping corruption probe.

Roger Baird Jun 26, 2017

Julienne Nguesso and husband suspected of financing house renovation through 'corruption practices'.

Ludovica Iaccino Jun 26, 2017

Baton-wielding riot police broke up anti-government demonstrations in several cities across Russia and arrested scores of protesters.

David Sim Jun 12, 2017

Brazil's President Michel Temer is in danger of being toppled by the testimony given by the owners.

Karen Noronha Jun 01, 2017

Journalist Valdez was shot dead on 15 May near the offices of the newspaper he had founded.

Divya Kishore May 17, 2017

Suspension covers funding for salaries and wages, operations, domestic and international travel.

Elsa Buchanan May 09, 2017

Two Nigerian officials stole then sold 180 bags of rice donated by the Danish Refugee Council.

William Watkinson May 06, 2017

Vast sum of money was found wrapped in sealed bundles and hidden behind wardrobe panels in Nigerian city.

Paul Wright Apr 13, 2017