Secret Service Seizes 13 Skimmers in Florida
The US Secret Service has confiscated 13 skimmers and prevented approximately $13.5 million in potential fraud during an anti-fraud operation in Miami, Florida.2 sourcesSee all sources
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Indictment news — August 21, 2026
Publications tagged with Indictment published on August 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.
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Russian Parliamentary Candidate Fined for Displaying Extremist Symbols
Nikolai Bondarenko, a parliamentary candidate from the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, was fined 1,000 rubles by a court in Saratov for displaying extremist symbols. The offense carries a potential ban on running for elections for one year.5 sourcesSee all sourcesLindsay Clancy Trial Ends Early Due to Unforeseen Circumstance
Lindsay Clancy's trial ended earlier than expected on Wednesday due to an 'unforeseen circumstance'. The defense is expected to call one more witness on Thursday before potentially resting its case. Closing arguments are expected early next week.18 sourcesSee all sourcesAnton Astakhov, Son of Former Ombudsman, Accused of Forgery and Fraud
Anton Astakhov, son of former Russian Children's Rights Ombudsman Pavel Astakhov, has been accused of forgery and fraud. He is suspected of official forgery involving military documents and illegally obtaining awards (Article 292). Additionally, he is accused of large-scale fraud (Article 159 part 4) for stealing bank funds through fictitious organizations. Astakhov Jr. was previously convicted of fraud in 2022 and faces up to 10 years in prison if found guilty in the current cases.5 sourcesSee all sourcesLuka Doncic Hosts Lakers Teammates in Slovenia for Team Bonding Trip
Luka Doncic has invited nearly the entire Los Angeles Lakers roster to Slovenia for a five-day team bonding trip. The itinerary includes a chartered plane, fishing at Lake Bled, golfing, and dining at Doncic's favorite restaurants. This trip comes amidst the Lakers' ownership drama, providing a temporary escape for the players.13 sourcesSee all sourcesFive Arrested for Alleged Corruption in Penang Land Sale
Five individuals, including a Datuk, were arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for allegedly abusing their power in the disposal of government agency land in Penang Island. The suspects are believed to have sold eight lots of land in Seberang Perai South in 2015 to a company at a lower price than the market value, resulting in a loss of approximately RM1.96 million. The suspects, aged between 40s and 50s, were arrested while giving statements at the MACC office in Penang and remanded for four days to assist in the investigation under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009.6 sourcesSee all sourcesPolice Bust Online Fraud and Drug Cases, Arrest 35 People in Xiangtan and Xiamen
Western and Xiamen police conducted surprise administrative inspections at 'Haishan Apartment' and 'Haichang Apartment', respectively, busting cases involving online fraud and drug-related crimes. A total of 35 suspects were arrested in each case, including 12 suspects involved in online fraud (10 Vietnamese, 2 Chinese), 2 drug suspects (1 Chinese male, 1 Vietnamese female), and 21 illegal residents without valid passports (18 Chinese, 3 Vietnamese). Police seized computers, mobile phones, weapons, drugs, and other tools used in the crimes. All suspects and evidence were handed over to the respective public security bureaus for further investigation and trial.14 sourcesSee all sourcesIsraeli Settlers Set Fire to Palestinian Homes in West Bank
Israeli settlers have set fire to Palestinian homes in the West Bank, with incidents reported in Khirbet al-Fakhit, Khirbet al-Fara, Tuwani, and other areas south of Hebron. The attacks have caused damage to residential properties and, in some cases, injured Palestinian residents. Israeli forces have been accused of failing to prevent or stop the attacks.24 sourcesSee all sources