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Society news — September 27, 2026

Society publications published on September 27, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

21 publications

  1. SocietyWhite-collarFraudLaunderingCybercrime

    Mexican Cartel Link 'El Mexicano' Arrested in Medellín

    Fredy Chacón, alias 'El Mexicano', a suspected member of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and the Mexican Mafia, was arrested in Medellín. He is accused of coordinating activities linked to these criminal organizations in Colombia. Authorities seized multiple electronic devices and documents during the raid. Chacón is also suspected of paying local criminal groups for protection and facilitating drug shipments.
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  3. SocietyCorruptionIndictmentAfrica

    11th Woman's Body Found in Ekurhuleni: Police Investigate Possible Serial Killer

    The body of an unidentified woman was discovered in Struisbult, Springs, marking the 11th such finding in Ekurhuleni and the 12th in Gauteng over the past two months. Police are investigating potential links to the previous deaths and considering the possibility of a serial killer. No arrests have been made, and the cause of death remains undetermined.
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  5. SocietyWhite-collarFraudCyberattack

    Father of Five Shot Dead in Volgograd Supermarket

    A 36-year-old father of five was shot dead in a 'Magnit' supermarket in Volgograd while trying to intervene in a dispute between a stranger and other customers at the checkout. The man, who was with his children at the time, was shot six times and died at the scene. The suspect, who was later arrested, is believed to have used a weapon. The deceased leaves behind a wife and five children.
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  6. SocietyMigration

    Spanish Civil Guard Intercepts Boats with Migrants in Strait of Gibraltar

    The Spanish Civil Guard intercepted multiple boats carrying migrants in the Strait of Gibraltar. In total, 47 Moroccan migrants were intercepted across several incidents. The migrants were traveling in boats ranging from kayaks to larger vessels, with some boats carrying more passengers than they could safely accommodate. The interceptions were part of increased surveillance following mass entries of migrants into Ceuta in late July.
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  9. SocietyPublic HealthHealthcareFood

    Billy Gardell Credits Weight Loss Surgery for Saving His Life

    'Mike & Molly' star Billy Gardell has opened up about his dramatic weight loss journey, revealing that bariatric surgery in 2021 'probably saved' his life. The 57-year-old actor, who struggled with type 2 diabetes and heart issues, decided to undergo the procedure after his doctor advised him to take drastic action. Since the surgery, Gardell has maintained his weight through diet and exercise, fluctuating between 210 and 215 pounds.
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  12. SocietyLocal GovMiddle EastNorth America

    Troops Thwart Terrorist Attacks, Recover Weapons in Kaduna and Sokoto

    Troops have successfully thwarted terrorist attacks in Kaduna and Sokoto states, recovering several AK-47 rifles and arresting suspects. In Kaduna, soldiers foiled an attack in Kachia LGA, recovering an AK-47 and arresting a suspect. In Sokoto, troops killed a terrorist and seized an AK-47, motorcycle, and other items from a hideout in Gudu LGA.
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  20. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionMiddle EastHealthcare

    Pakistani Teen Arrested for Seeking AI Help to Poison Father

    Pakistani authorities have arrested a 17-year-old teenager after the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) alerted them that the teen was using an artificial intelligence platform to research lethal materials, allegedly to poison his father. The National Cyber Crime Agency (NCCIA) seized a mobile phone and chemical substances from the teen's residence during the investigation.
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