Category: World

Federal Investigation Uncovers Widespread Medical Fraud A Texas rheumatologist has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for orchestrating a health care fraud scheme involving over $118 million in fraudulent claims, resulting in insurers paying more than $28 million for unnecessary medical procedures. Jorge Zamora-Quezada, M.D., 68, of Mission, Texas, falsely diagnosed patients with […]

The European Union will have to strike a deal with US President Donald Trump on tariffs, NATO, and the stationing of US troops in EU countries. A trade war with the US will further weaken the already modest growth prospects in EU countries. Europe also still lacks a clear plan for how to defend itself […]

Two organised crime gang leaders in Lancashire who were responsible for the supply and distribution of huge quantities of drugs have been ordered to pay back £1.5 million or spend six more years in prison. Arkwright and Jenkinson Philip Jenkinson, 40, was previously convicted at Preston Crown Court after pleading guilty to four counts of […]

The bicycle industry is booming. But how are the bikes that help reduce traffic and protect the climate actually made? Major brands like Bianchi, Canyon, Centurion, Giant, and Merida accept exploitation in pursuit of profit. As uncovered by an investigation by Le Monde Diplomatique, thousands of migrant workers in Taiwan’s factories are subjected to forced […]

President Donald Trump has announced a renewed partnership between U.S. Steel and Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel, reviving a controversial deal that had been previously blocked by the Biden administration. According to Trump, the new agreement will maintain U.S. Steel’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and bring a $14 billion investment into the U.S. economy. The original $14.3 […]

From U.S. Department of Justice | Office of Public Affairs In a landmark international effort, law enforcement agencies across four continents have arrested 270 individuals and seized more than $200 million in cash and crypto assets, two metric tons of narcotics, 144 kilograms of fentanyl or fentanyl-laced drugs, and over 180 firearms. The coordinated effort, […]

Boston, MA – Irish National to Be Deported Amid Intensified Immigration Crackdown A Donegal man, who has been awaiting a decision on his green card application for three years, is scheduled to be deported from the United States next week. The 40-year-old father of two American-born children, aged nine and ten, and the owner of […]

Introduction In crisis-affected regions, humanitarian assistance is not just relief—it is survival. As Gaza faces severe shortages of food and essential supplies, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) is working urgently to deliver life-saving aid with the recent opening of the border to allow access of live saving materials by the Isreali authorities. 62 WFP […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares in Washington, DC.  Secretary Rubio acknowledged and thanked Spain for fulfilling its prior pledge to hit two percent defense spending by 2025, but stressed that more must be done.  In addition, the Secretary […]

An Illinois man and a foreign national were arrested yesterday on criminal charges related to their alleged submission of more than $227 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare. According to court documents, Syed Murtuza Kablazada, 34, of Arlington Heights, and Syed Mehdi Hussain, 32, of Carol Stream, owned and operated purported medical laboratories that submitted […]