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Society news — August 13, 2026 - Page 2

Society publications published on August 13, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 2.

44 publications

  1. SocietyOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    French Ambassador to CAR Under Investigation for Sexual Misconduct

    The French Foreign Ministry is investigating allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior by its ambassador to the Central African Republic (CAR), Bruno Fouche. Reports suggest he invited young women to his official residence and had sexual relations with some of them. An internal investigation deemed his actions damaging to security and France's interests. Fouche could face disciplinary action, including dismissal or forced retirement.
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  3. SocietyArrestAfricaFraud

    Hong Kong Student Arrested for Impersonating Intelligence Officer in HK$300M Scam

    A 19-year-old female university student in Hong Kong was arrested for allegedly impersonating an 'internal intelligence officer' and deceiving a man into signing a fake confidentiality agreement, resulting in over HK$300 million in losses. The student was arrested on August 11 in Central, and police seized suspected counterfeit enforcement documents from her residence. Investigations revealed she was likely recruited by a fraud syndicate to act as an 'investigator'.
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  5. SocietyMiddle EastNorth AmericaBudgetWhite-collar

    Wenzhou Man Exposed as Black Agent in Cambodia

    A man from Wenzhou, Yongjia County, Nanxian Town, known as 'Little Chen', has been exposed as a black agent in Cambodia. He worked as an agent for a 6D company in Phnom Penh, where he often let the company pay for his gambling and drug use, leading to losses for the entire line. He also deceived his subordinates, saying that the boss was unfair, and sold them to work as European and American chat hosts, where they were physically punished and beaten. Later, due to a Cambodian crackdown, the company moved to Laos, and he brainwashed his employees to go with him. However, he has been irresponsible and has not taken care of the employees, including a child from his relative's family who has still not been found. He is also known for pretending to be a rich boss and deceiving teams everywhere, including in Vietnam. Many people, including his fellow villagers, are looking for him to return the money he cheated from them.
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  12. SocietyRegulatorsMiddle EastConflict

    Delhi Police Intensifies Security Ahead of Independence Day

    Delhi Police has deployed over 1,600 personnel across 60 pickets in an overnight security drive ahead of Independence Day 2026. The drive includes general patrolling, vehicle checking, and anti-terror measures. Joint Commissioner Vijay Kumar stated that the exercise aims to detect and prevent any suspicious activity or object. Security has also been beefed up at the Tikri border and in central Delhi, with roads closed and diversions in place.
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  13. SocietyPublic Health

    Brad Pitt Admits to Relapsing After Seven Years of Sobriety

    Actor Brad Pitt has confessed to relapsing into alcohol consumption after seven years of sobriety. In interviews with various publications, Pitt discussed his decision to start drinking again, attributing it to a desire for moderation rather than complete abstinence. He also revealed that he had suicidal thoughts during a difficult period but has since found relief and control over his alcohol use.
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  19. SocietyLocal GovEuropeNorth America

    Massachusetts Legalizes Abortion Up to Birth

    Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a bill removing all gestational age limits for abortion, making it the 10th state to allow abortion up to birth. The law repeals a prior restriction that limited abortions after 24 weeks except in life-threatening circumstances. The new law allows for elective abortion through all weeks of pregnancy based upon the professional judgment of a medical doctor performing the abortion.
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