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Society news — September 12, 2026

Society publications published on September 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

21 publications

  1. SocietyRegulatorsAsiaNorth AmericaChina

    Driver Caught Using Remote-Controlled Device to Hide License Plate

    A driver in California was caught using a remote-controlled device to hide their license plate while driving through express lanes and tolls undetected. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) released a video showing a trooper spotting the car with no visible license plate, only to find the same vehicle moments later with a fully visible plate. The driver admitted to using the device to avoid paying tolls, which is prohibited by California law.
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  4. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionFraud

    Lindsay Clancy Juror's History of Domestic Violence Allegations Revealed

    The lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has been revealed to have a history of domestic violence allegations. According to multiple reports, the juror's teenage nephew called 911 in September 2021, stating that his uncle grabbed his wife by the throat and threw her into a dresser. The juror also reportedly has an active restraining order against him, with his landlord currently trying to evict him for unpaid rent. Questions are being raised about whether he should have been on the jury.
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  5. SocietyCorruptionAfricaFraud

    Activist Oscar Morales López Kidnapped After Protest Against Diosdado Cabello

    Oscar Morales López, a 56-year-old activist and father of a student leader, was kidnapped by unknown individuals on Saturday morning after participating in a protest near the Miraflores Palace in Caracas. He had been waving a sign criticizing Diosdado Cabello during the demonstration organized by the Committee for the Freedom of Political Prisoners (Clippve). Journalists and political scientists have reported the incident, with his whereabouts remaining unknown.
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  8. SocietyBudgetBiodiversity

    Wooden Plaque Crown Casino's Decline

    Once a bustling hub, the Wooden Plaque Crown Casino now stands unusually quiet and desolate. Formerly filled with lights and people, it now lacks familiar faces as more foreigners leave. Some depart due to changing times, others because their dreams fade. Initially believed to be a place of fate-changing opportunities, it's now seen as a transit point where people arrive with stories and leave with fatigue. The nightlights remain on, but the faces beneath them change constantly. When the prosperity fades, what's missed most are not the city's glories, but those who've left and the memories of the past.
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  14. SocietyOrganized CrimeFraudMigration

    First Use of Alien Terrorist Removal Court: Afghan Woman Deported

    An Afghan woman, Nazira Haji Zada, was deported to Afghanistan after being the first case heard in the Alien Terrorist Removal Court. The Justice Department accused her of supporting her son and son-in-law's foiled 2024 shooting plot, linking her to terrorism. The court, established in 1996 but never used until now, allows the government to use secret evidence in deportation proceedings.
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  15. SocietyEuropeBiodiversity

    Five Dead in Helicopter Crash Near Long Lellang Airport

    A helicopter crash near Long Lellang Airport in Baram, Sarawak, has resulted in the deaths of five individuals. The victims have been identified as Captain Zainol Afiq Bee Sham (pilot), Dr Ainul Baraah Kamaruddin (Medical Officer), Debra Moset and Jessie Paya Jok (Medical Assistants), and Alexson Adit Henry (Medical Assistant). The crash occurred while the helicopter was attempting to land at the airport. Authorities have confirmed the identities of the victims through personal belongings found on their bodies, with DNA testing underway for official confirmation.
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  16. SocietyWhite-collarFraudLaunderingCyberattack

    12 Members of 'Los injertos del train' Arrested for Extorting Transport Companies in San Juan de Lurigancho

    Authorities in Peru have arrested at least 12 members of 'Los injertos del train', a criminal network accused of extorting transport companies in San Juan de Lurigancho. The group, led by a man based in Jicamarca, demanded periodic payments from companies under the guise of providing protection. The arrests followed a series of raids across Lima, Cusco, and Ucayali, with two vehicles and documents seized. The investigation began in March 2025 and revealed that the group had been operating since 2024.
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  17. SocietyLocal GovTreatyAfrica

    Rajasthan Urban Local Body Elections: Second Phase Underway

    The second and final phase of Rajasthan's urban local body elections is currently underway. Voting began at 7 AM and will continue till 6 PM. A total of 18,266 candidates are contesting for 147 municipal bodies, including six municipal corporations, 24 municipal councils, and 117 nagar panchayats. Over 87 lakh voters are eligible to cast their ballots across 9,758 polling stations. Notable figures such as Rajasthan's Chief Minister, Sachin Pilot, and Madan Rathore have cast their votes. The voter turnout percentage stands at 70.01%.
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  18. SocietyLocal GovNorth America

    Daughter of 9/11 Victim Throws First Pitch on 25th Anniversary

    Brielle Saracini, daughter of Victor Saracini who died on 9/11, threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium on the 25th anniversary of the attacks. She met Derek Jeter days after her father's death, forming a lasting friendship with the Yankees organization. Brielle, now married to Sean McGuire who also lost his father on 9/11, threw the pitch alongside her husband.
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  19. SocietyCorruptionInvestigation

    Lawyers Unaware of Tareck El Aissami's Whereabouts

    Lawyers representing Tareck El Aissami have reported being unable to locate their client since August 29. His wife attempted to visit him at Rodeo I prison but was told the visit had been suspended without explanation. The legal team has made inquiries at various prisons and military bases, as well as filing formal requests with authorities, but has not received any information about his current location.
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  20. SocietyDefenseOrganized CrimeFraud

    Donnarumma Home Invasion Trial: 'Ganito' Faces 10 Years

    A Paris court sought sentences ranging from 4 to 10 years for three men involved in the violent home invasion of Italian footballer Gianluigi Donnarumma and his partner in July 2023. The main defendant, known as 'Ganito', faced a 10-year prison term for his role in organizing the burglary and assault. The trial concluded with the prosecution's request, awaiting the court's final decision.
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