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Society news — September 21, 2026

Society publications published on September 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

15 publications

  1. SocietyUkraineFraud

    Xhaka Admits to Fake COVID Certificate, Faces Investigation

    Granit Xhaka, captain of the Swiss national football team, has admitted to obtaining a fake COVID-19 vaccination certificate in 2022. The Lucerne Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating the incident, which could potentially lead to criminal charges. Xhaka has apologized for his actions and will not participate in the upcoming training camp and matches with the national team.
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  5. SocietyMiddle EastBiodiversityFraud

    Fatimiyoun Forces Harass Baloch Woman, Pursue Couple, Make Sexual Requests to Children in Sistan and Balochistan

    According to reports by Halvash, semi-official Fatimiyoun forces in the Semsom region of Zahedan, Iran, harassed a Baloch woman and her husband while they were riding a motorcycle and chased them. The forces also inquired about temporary marriage ('muta') and made sexual requests to children in the area. Local sources have reported that these forces have forcibly taken people's sheep, slaughtered and eaten them, and shot at the feet of nomads' sheep. Hundreds of Fatimiyoun and Zainabiyoun forces have been deployed in various areas of Sistan and Balochistan, causing concern and dissatisfaction among residents.
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  6. SocietyGender

    IIT Bombay Student Dies By Suicide, Sparking Campus Protests

    A second-year student at IIT Bombay died by suicide, prompting protests from fellow students who demanded accountability and transparency from the administration. The student, Sahil Wakode, was found dead in his hostel room after allegedly using a mobile phone during an exam and uploading the question paper to ChatGPT. Students accused the administration of failing to address mental health issues and harassment, citing a pattern of suicides on campus. They presented an 18-point charter demanding action, including the suspension of a professor accused of harassment, mental health support, and compensation for affected families.
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  10. SocietyCorruptionWarFraud

    ICE Agent Shoots, Injures Man in Austin, Texas

    An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and injured a man in Austin, Texas. The man was reportedly in serious but stable condition after being shot at least once in the torso. The incident occurred during an encounter or traffic stop involving a vehicle. Local authorities and city officials confirmed the shooting, and some demanded transparency and an independent investigation.
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  11. SocietyMiddle EastWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    DW Sports Accused of Salary Scam and Lack of Responsibility

    Employees of DW Sports allege that after working for 40 days, they were promised salaries on the 15th but received excuses until the 20th. On the 17th, the business development manager announced the department's disbandment. When employees asked for their salaries on the 20th, the boss did not respond and closed the account. Another boss, Ah Fei, shifted responsibility, showing no sense of accountability. Neither the promotion nor business development departments received their salaries. DW Sports is accused of being a 'black company' that scams both big and small clients.
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  12. SocietyPublic HealthGender

    2.5 Hours of Daily Social Media Use Linked to Increased Risk of Depression

    A study spanning 11 years and involving over 183,000 adults found a consistent link between spending more than 2.5 hours (150 minutes) daily on social media and an increased likelihood of self-reported depression. This relationship was stronger than other factors such as work, education, or general internet use. However, the study did not establish causality.
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  13. SocietyDefenseWhite-collarFraudCybercrime

    Southeast Asia Telecom Fraud Bosses Exposed

    Two prominent figures in Southeast Asian telecom fraud operations have been identified. Yi Zhaohai, a native of Zhangping Nan'an, Fujian, has been attracting attention for his cross-border fraud activities. Anti-fraud departments urge the public to enhance vigilance and report any suspected illegal activities. Meanwhile, Lyu Zhihong, also known as Baofu, a native of Fujian Nanping, has been leading a telecom fraud gang in Myanmar, managing nearly 100 employees and causing injuries and disabilities among them.
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