Allegations against members of the state parliament: AfD politician Halemba is threatened with expulsion from the party
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'They killed our son': Online scammers tearing families apart as sextortion cases soar
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Bavaria: New investigations against AfD politician Daniel Halemba: The AfD state politician Daniel Halemba is confronted with new allegations: Money laundering ...
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Quick Glance: New Allegations Against AfD MP Halemba
- The Würzburg Public Prosecutor's Office requests the lifting of Daniel Halemba's immunity due to money laundering and other allegations.
- The investigations stem from discoveries during a search at the Teutonia Prag fraternity house.
- Halemba denies the accusations and hopes for dismissal or acquittal.
- The Prosecutor's Office intends to press charges based on suspicion of money laundering and other criminal acts.
Two policemen accused of extortion at Johor’s Sultan Iskandar checkpoint back at work
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/two-malaysian-cops-accused-of-extortion-at-sultan-iskandar-checkpoint-back-to-work
Abigail | Rotten Tomatoes: After a group of would-be criminals kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure ...
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Quick Glance: Abigail: Overview and Critiques
- Abigail presents well-established vampire tropes with an elegant ballet performance and a talented ensemble, along with a stylish style.
- A scary, bloody, and suspenseful film that made Elena S jump multiple times and featured an adorable vampire ballerina.
- Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett deliver an energetic mix of genres with a touch of dark humor, although the overly complicated plot and underwhelming characters slightly weaken the film.
- The plot revolves around the kidnapping of the 12-year-old daughter of a powerful underworld figure and the resulting horrific events in a secluded mansion.
Somali pirates say hijacked ship MV Abdullah released after $5 million ransom was paid
reuters.com/world/africa/somali-pirates-say-they-hijacked-ship-mv-abdullah-released-after-5-million-2024-04-14/
Somali pirates have released the hijacked ship MV Abdullah after its Bangladeshi owners reportedly paid a $5 million (€4.7 million) ransom. Read more: www.dw.com/en/somali-pirates-free-bangladesh-cargo-ship-after-ransom-paid/a-68815716
The electoral bonds were the “biggest extortion scheme in the world”, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said questioning PM Modi’s claim that the #ElectoralBonds were ... Show more scroll.in/latest/1066747/worlds-biggest-extortion-scheme-rahul-gandhi-questions-pm-modis-claim-on-electoral-bonds
Muslims in India tell Al Jazeera why they are concerned that another term under Narendra Modi's BJP government could threaten their way of life.
Money laundering and coercion: Investigators are targeting AfD MP Halemba again: He himself expects an acquittal. But the new allegations against the Bavarian ...
n-tv.de/politik/Ermittler-nehmen-AfD-Abgeordneten-Halemba-erneut-ins-Visier-article24887238.html
Australia unveils new defence strategy, with eye on 'coercive' China: SYDNEY: Australia unveiled its first National Defence Strategy on Wednesday (Apr ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/australia-unveils-new-defence-strategy-eye-coercive-china-4271391
Extortion and kidnap - a deadly journey across Mexico: Under the radar in the US border crisis debate is the role of drug cartels preying on migrants.
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68816029
UAE: Some firms call employees to work despite floods, threaten salary cuts - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-some-companies-call-employees-to-work-despite-flooded-roads-threaten-with-salary-cuts
‘’I am irrevocably committed to the unity of Nigeria and constitutional democracy. Constitutional democracy is reflected greatly here since we assumed office ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/686959-those-threatening-nigerias-sovereignty-will-pay-heavy-price-tinubu.html
Vivian Balakrishnan, Tan Wu Meng among MPs who received extortion letters with fake photos
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/mps-extortion-letters-fake-photos-vivian-balakrishnan-tan-wu-meng-edward-chia-police-4279921
Russia floods: Record water levels threaten Orenburg city: The mayor of Orenburg urges thousands of residents to evacuate as the Ural River continues to swell.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68764865
Biden set to block Alaska road key to accessing planned mine: The expected decision on Ambler Road reflects the administration’s selective approach toward ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/04/16/ambler-road-alaska-biden/
Ukraine's Zelenskyy condemns Iranian attack, says Ukraine needs help, like Israel
channelnewsasia.com/world/ukraines-zelenskyy-condemns-iranian-attack-says-ukraine-needs-help-israel-4265036
Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
Blinken Goes to China With Potential Trouble on Horizon: The secretary of state’s visit comes as Democrats and Republicans are vying to appear tougher on China.
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/blinken-arrives-in-china.html
Quick Glance: Deep Disagreements Despite Improved US-China Relations
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai to engage with his Chinese counterparts.
- Although US-China ties are on a steadier footing, numerous unresolved issues persist.
- Topics such as trade, military communication, and tensions in Taiwan strain relations.
- The US threatens sanctions against Chinese firms supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict.
Every day, thousands of people are on the move across Mexico towards the border with the US. But for migrants, this is one of the most perilous journeys in the ... Show more www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0hkttln
With one letter, Trump turned the Republican Party into an extortion racket: I'd like to congratulate Donald Trump on the speed with which he's turned the ...
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/18/trump-gop-candidates-fundraising-nil-election-campaign/73365456007/
Ocean currents threaten to collapse Antarctic ice shelves, study finds: A new study published in Nature Communications has revealed that the interplay between ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-ocean-currents-threaten-collapse-antarctic.html
Republicans threaten Johnson’s job; Trump jury selection continues: Our daily political update, featuring the stories that matter
economist.com/in-brief/2024/04/16/republicans-threaten-johnsons-job-trump-jury-selection-continues
She frantically tried to explain herself, telling Brock in footage captured on her dashboard camera: “Sir, I’m here to pick up a package.” He answered: “Yeah ... Show more
Arizona and Florida will fix abortion bans, Trump predicts. Not so fast.: Trump wants to wash his hands of these bans. It’s hardly so simple.
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/11/arizona-florida-will-fix-abortion-bans-trump-predicts-not-so-fast/
Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy
- Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.
- The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.
- Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.
- The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.
U.S. Capitol Police hires prosecutors to investigate threats against lawmakers: The U.S. Capitol Police has hired attorneys to help investigate threats made to ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/us-capitol-police-hires-prosecutors-investigate-threats-lawmakers-rcna147221
Meanwhile, the costs for perpetrators must be raised: They will receive not a dime, and instead security services’ counter action,” the president said ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/687371-again-tinubu-vows-not-to-pay-ransom-to-kidnappers.html
KMPDU, human rights groups call out IG Japhet Koome for ordering police to ‘firmly deal with doctors; threaten to sue if he does not apologise for the Feb 29 ... Show more
Power outages abound as severe storms threaten floods, tornados in parts of US: Flood and high wind advisories were active Friday across the Northeast and ...
usatoday.com/story/news/weather/2024/04/12/severe-weather-forecast-floods-tornadoes/73299193007/
It's not gone down well with everyone. www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/fuming-brits-threaten-boycott-spain-32583899
Instagram to test new tools to fight so-called sextortion: The platform will use AI-powered systems to detect nude images and identify sextortion accounts.
bbc.com/news/technology-68778834
60 PDP lawmakers threaten to dump party, demand removal of acting national chairman
Let the world know that why they are hell-bent on imposing APC officials ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/684340-just-in-60-pdp-lawmakers-threaten-to-dump-party-demand-removal-of-acting-national-chairman.html
SNP leader Humza Yousaf’s brother-in-law charged with abduction and extortion: Ramsay El-Nakla is due in court following the death of a man who fell from a block ...
inews.co.uk/news/scotland/humza-yousef-brother-in-law-abduction-extortion-2997671
Nicolas Jackson was sent monkey and peanut emojis, and called the N-word by anonymous users on Instagram#TelegraphFootball
Deportation observer at Hamburg Airport: the watchdog: Few people know what a deportation means - and what goes wrong. At Hamburg Airport ...
spiegel.de/karriere/flughafen-hamburg-abschiebebeobachterin-berichtet-von-missstaenden-bei-abschiebungen-a-08875ec2-45a6-4d9c-abcd-37b5b443304b
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Does generative AI threaten or turbocharge SMEs?: Small business owners are increasingly reaping the benefits of GenAI but there are concerns too
irishtimes.com/special-reports/2024/04/17/does-generative-ai-threaten-or-turbocharge-smes/
UnitedHealth says ‘substantial proportion’ of Americans’ information hit by cyberattack, confirms ransom payment
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4615377-unitedhealth-says-substantial-proportion-of-americans-information-hit-by-cyberattack-confirms-ransom-payment/
Samsung workers threaten biggest ever union action: Tech Latest by Nikkei Asia brings you the newest updates from Asia's technology industry ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup/Samsung-workers-threaten-biggest-ever-union-action
French air traffic control unions threaten fresh strikes over May holiday weekend
thelocal.fr/20240423/french-air-traffic-control-unions-threaten-fresh-strikes-over-may-holiday-weekend
RTÉ being ‘held to ransom’ for taxpayer funding, Oireachtas committee hears: Broadcaster ‘starved of necessary funding for decades’, union representative tells ...
irishtimes.com/media/2024/04/24/rte-being-held-to-ransom-for-taxpayer-funding-oireachtas-committee-hears/
‘Angry words’ or a federal crime? Lawyers clash in closing arguments as John Dougherty extortion trial heads to jury
inquirer.com/news/john-dougherty-extortion-trial-greg-fiocca-closing-arguments-20240424.html
Toward Germany-South Korea Cooperation in Economic Security : The two manufacturing powerhouses face similar challenges, including coercion and competition from ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/toward-germany-south-korea-cooperation-in-economic-security/
Change Healthcare Finally Admits It Paid Ransomware Hackers—and Still Faces a Patient Data Leak
wired.com/story/change-healthcare-admits-it-paid-ransomware-hackers/
BGT fans threaten to 'switch off' as they slam 'terrible' opening act: Britain's Got Talent viewers were left fuming as they branded the first act of the ...
nottinghampost.com/news/celebs-tv/britains-talent-fans-threaten-switch-9237434
Dead Island 2: Steam launch with difficulties - due to coercion to third-party account
pcgameshardware.de/Dead-Island-2-Spiel-56440/News/epic-zwang-auf-steam-1445966/
Instagram Nudity-Blurring Feature to Deter Teen Sextortion Draws Criticisms: A new feature designed to blur naked photos sent to teens in private Instagram ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/meta-whistleblower-slams-nudity-blurring-feature-meant-to-deter-teen-sextortion
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Hackers are carrying out ransomware experiments in developing countries: Businesses in Africa, Asia, and South America hit before moving on to western targets.
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Alleged human traffickers walk free: ST JAMES, Jamaica — The St James Circuit Court decided not to offer any evidence in the case of three St James residents ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/23/alleged-human-traffickers-walk-free/
US Commander Warns China Is Fast Becoming More Aggressive in Region: China is rapidly becoming more aggressive in its rhetoric and actions across Asia ...
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Tricky department store blackmailer: When “Scrooge” fell into the police’s trap: It is one of the most spectacular crime stories: the hunt for the department ...
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Woman paid millions to alleged clairvoyant: A woman is said to have paid more than one million euros to an alleged clairvoyant in recent years ...
onetz.de/deutschland-welt/betrugsprozess-frau-zahlte-millionensumme-angeblichen-hellseher-id4741746.html
When Owen was sent a video of himself masturbating, he thought for a second that it was real. But after watching he noticed something slightly odd about the ... Show more www.gq-magazine.co.uk/article/sextortion-scams-deepfake-porn-men
Defendant from Essingen appears completely unreasonable in court: A 37-year-old from Essingen is currently standing before the district court in Ellwangen on ...
gmuender-tagespost.de/ostalb/essingen/angeklagter-aus-essingen-zeigt-sich-vor-gericht-voellig-uneinsichtig-93029075.html
Leicester streetlights take ransomware attack personally, shine on 24/7: City council says it lost control after shutting down systems
theregister.com/2024/04/23/leicester_streetlights_ransomware/
Trader anger as Itac reveals cyberattack: Itac held back details of January ransomware attack until this week.
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/business/business/2024-04-21-trader-anger-as-itac-reveals-cyberattack/
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Southampton driver 'threatened with parking charge' for filming warden: A Southampton driver who was warned he would get a parking ticket for filming two wardens ...
dailyecho.co.uk/news/24260358.southampton-driver-threatened-parking-charge-filming-warden/
Dallas IT chief who oversaw ransomware attack recovery resigns to take private-sector job
dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/04/24/dallas-head-of-information-technology-resigns/
Scott Weiland’s Son Brushes Off Blackmail Threat, Releases New Song With Late Dad’s Vocals
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/scott-weiland-son-noah-song-time-will-tell-blackmail-threat-1235008456/
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott addresses contract talks and extortion lawsuit for first time
star-telegram.com/sports/nfl/dallas-cowboys/article287856475.html
Three former TMPD officers in court for corruption: Three former Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department (TMPD) officers appeared in court on Tuesday on charges ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-24-three-former-tmpd-officers-in-court-for-corruption/
European cloud operators: Broadcom's behavior is almost blackmail: Broadcom's attempt at appeasement backfires - Now the CISPE has published a sharp response ...
heise.de/news/Europaeische-Cloud-Betreiber-Broadcoms-Verhalten-ist-beleidigend-9696144.html
We live in a mode of constant sensitivity, over-informed and worn out by the need to commit. We should be empathetic and mindful. We are completely overwhelmed ... Show more www.stern.de/gesellschaft/staendig-sind-wir-betroffen---da-hilft-abstand-gewinnen--cool-bleiben-34599134.html
Iain Maciver: Western Isles Council hack needs further investigation - is Vera free?
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/opinion/columnists/6442595/western-isles-council-hack-iain-maciver-opinion/
Trend Micro: Malaysia records 69% decline in ransomware detections in 2023: The Calibrating Expansion: Annual Cybersecurity Threat Report also showed a ...
thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2024/04/24/trend-micro-malaysia-records-69-decline-in-ransomware-detections-in-2023
Europe's fruit farmers worry as unseasonal frosts threaten harvests: As Europe endures an unusual cold snap, many fruit farmers are concerned for their ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/24/europes-fruit-farmers-worry-as-unseasonal-frosts-threaten-harvests
Drill opponent in Molln cell phone snatched: Conditional punishment for coercion for security guard
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Property Invasions and Extortion Attempts Unsettle Sâo Paulo: Recently, the neighborhoods of Pacaembu and Perdizes in western São Paulo have faced numerous ...
riotimesonline.com/property-invasions-and-extortion-attempts-unsettle-sao-paulo/
Silent witnesses, disrespectful defendants: The regional court is dealing with extortion and forced prostitution, but taking evidence is tricky ...
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Worst case scenario occurs: cloud provider goes bankrupt due to hacker attack - Golem.de
golem.de/news/worst-case-szenario-tritt-ein-cloudanbieter-geht-durch-hackerangriff-pleite-2404-184481.html
Cyberattacks are on the rise, and that includes small businesses. Here’s what to know
thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2024/04/24/cyberattacks-are-on-the-rise-and-that-includes-small-businesses-heres-what-to-know
'It's an emergency situation': Rising flood waters threaten more homes in Roscommon
irishtimes.com/video/video/2024/04/20/its-an-emergency-situation-rising-flood-waters-threaten-more-homes-in-roscommon/
Indian businesses saw 235,472 ransomware incidents from Jan-Dec 2023: Ransomware Attack: In 2023, India witnessed ransomware attacks against different ...
business-standard.com/industry/news/indian-businesses-saw-235-472-ransomware-incidents-from-jan-dec-2023-124042200830_1.html
‘One with the Whale’ review: Climate change and animal activists threaten an Indigenous Alaskan community
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/one-with-the-whale-review-climate-change-and-animal-activists-threaten-an-indigenous-alaskan-community/
MPs’ extortion plot: Deepfakes in letters were low-quality and black-and-white, says lawmaker
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/physical-letters-could-be-harder-trace-digital-mail-more-likely-be-read-say-experts-amid-mps-extortion-plot-4285816
Hackers post Tarrant County property owners’ data from ransomware attack on dark web
star-telegram.com/news/politics-government/article287707485.html
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Cyberattacks: Texas water system overflows: Cyberattacks on cities in Texas have caused a water system to overflow. Ransomware attacks increased in Q1.
heise.de/news/Cyberattacken-Wasserversorungssystem-in-Texas-uebergelaufen-9694514.html
Every NFL Coach of the Year winner from 1957 to present day: Sometimes, the impact a head coach can have on an NFL team is overstated. The greatest coach ...
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eHealth: US population at risk of major data leak after cyber attack: Change Healthcare has admitted paying a ransom following a cyberattack ...
heise.de/news/eHealth-Nach-Cyberangriff-droht-US-Bevoelkerung-grosser-Datenleak-9695208.html
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