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Corruption news — September 26, 2026

Publications tagged with Corruption published on September 26, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

10 publications

  1. TechLocal GovCorruptionProtestMiddle East

    Iran Opens Case Against Theater Company Over Onstage Embrace

    The Media Center of the Judiciary of Iran announced that the Tehran Prosecutor's Office has filed a legal case against the perpetrators of a play, 'Tehran Paris Tehran / Bridge', for 'behavior contrary to customs and ethics' between two actors on stage. The play's executive group maintains that the images published from this scene in cyberspace are misleading and that there was no physical contact between the actors, who have a 'brother-sister' relationship in the play's script.
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  2. SocietyCivil RightsCorruptionAfricaFraud

    Employee's Poor Character Tarnishes Company Reputation

    Employees of a company, identified as the Yongxin team, have reported on a team member with an extremely poor character. This individual lacks respect for others, has no regard for human rights, and is incapable yet arrogant. They have been observed masturbating in the dormitory using a large dildo, leaving the bathroom unclean, and attempting to seduce other employees' husbands. The team leader position has not improved their behavior, and they continue to act disrespectfully and mentally unstable. Employees advise others to avoid this company and team due to the negative impact this person has on the work environment.
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  5. SocietyCivil RightsCorruptionProtest

    St. Paul Police Chief Sues Mayor Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

    St. Paul, Minnesota's police chief, Axel Henry, has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation. Henry claims Her made explicit comments, engaged in unwanted physical contact, and created a hostile work environment. The lawsuit follows an HR investigation that found Her engaged in inappropriate behavior but did not substantiate sexual harassment claims. Her's office maintains she will continue leading the city and following the investigation's recommendations.
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  6. WorldLawCorruptionMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Kazakh Businessman Timur Turlov Elected FIDE President

    Timur Turlov, a Kazakh businessman, has been elected as the new president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE). He won the election on September 26, defeating two German candidates, Wadim Rosenstein and Jan Henric Buettner. Turlov, who is also the president of the Chess Federation of Kazakhstan and the CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., succeeds Arkady Dvorkovich, who stepped down due to EU sanctions. Turlov's election marks the first time in over 30 years that FIDE is not led by a Russian citizen.
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  7. SocietyCorruptionAsia

    Indonesian Prison Luxuries Spark Bribery Allegations

    The Indonesian Republic's Ombudsman (ORI) discovered luxurious facilities in Cibinong Prison, West Java, suspected to be used by inmates, including former police chief Ferdy Sambo. The facilities include living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and luxury vehicles. ORI suspects payments are made by inmates for these facilities, but the amounts and recipients are unknown. The prison authority denies special treatment for Ferdy.
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  8. WorldPolicyCorruptionMiddle East

    Iraq Seeks Exemptions for Airports to Resume Iranian Flights for Humanitarian Reasons

    The Iraqi government is conducting direct talks with the U.S. to exempt some Iraqi airports from U.S. Treasury Department sanctions against Iranian airlines, aiming to resume flights for humanitarian purposes such as medical treatment, education, religious visits, and civilian interests. The government emphasizes the need for dialogue and negotiation to end regional conflicts.
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