South Korean police raided the Korea Football Association (KFA) headquarters and offices on August 6, investigating allegations of irregularities in the 2024 appointment of former men's national team head coach Hong Myung-bo, who resigned after the team's group-stage exit from the FIFA World Cup.
South Korean police raided Starbucks Korea headquarters amid an investigation into a marketing campaign that trivialized the 1980 Gwangju uprising and referenced a notorious torture death from the era.
South Korean police raided the Korea Football Association headquarters to investigate allegations of obstruction of business in the recruitment of former coach Hong Myung-bo following a disappointing World Cup campaign.
Police in South Korea raided the offices of the Korea Football Association on Thursday regarding alleged irregularities in the July 2024 appointment of former men's national team coach Hong Myung-bo.
South Korean police raided Starbucks national headquarters over defamation claims regarding a 'Tank Day' tumbler promotion launched on the 1980 Gwangju Uprising anniversary, which sparked outrage and a boycott.
Malaysian police raided 27 flats and five bungalows in Forest City, arresting 32 individuals (20-58) involved in cryptocurrency investment, romance, and law firm impersonation scams targeting overseas victims. The raids highlight concerns about oversight in the special financial zone.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise, accused of same-sex activity under Uganda's anti-LGBTQ+ laws, were acquitted after five months in prison in Arua City. Their case highlights ongoing fear and discrimination for LGBTQ+ Ugandans despite the charges being dropped.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were discharged after five months in a Ugandan prison, accused of same-sex activity under the Anti-Homosexuality Act. Their case was discontinued, but they face ongoing trauma, social stigma, and threats from the community.
Yotam Marom, a key figure in the Occupy Wall Street movement, reflects on its demise due to 'politics of powerlessness' and discusses the left's current path to building strategic power through movements and elected officials.
Turkish police arrested dozens of journalists, rights activists, academics, and leftists in raids across multiple provinces. Authorities claim counterterrorism efforts, but critics say it's to silence dissent before the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara.
Jordan Bardella, leader of the far-right National Rally, stated that police raided contractors who had worked for him. This comes as Bardella is expected to be named the party's candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
Brazilian federal police conducted raids targeting Senator Jaques Wagner, a key ally of President Lula da Silva, as part of a corruption investigation linked to the defunct Banco Master. The probe, which also involves former business partners and touches upon alleged links to the Bolsonaro family, could impact the upcoming presidential election.
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is appearing before a judge in Madrid regarding his alleged role in the Plus Ultra airline bailout and links to jewelry found in his office. He is under investigation for influence peddling, money laundering, tax fraud, and dealing in contraband.
In Rio de Janeiro's Vila Cruzeiro favela, artists and children repainted Saint Luke's Square with national colours, transforming a site of trauma from a deadly police operation into a symbol of community resilience and national pride ahead of the World Cup.
Police, assisted by central forces, raided TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence early Saturday in connection with a financial fraud investigation. The search lasted over four hours, prompting Mamata Banerjee to visit the site. The raid follows recent questioning and summons from various agencies.
Police, accompanied by central forces, raided TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence early Saturday in connection with a Paschim Medinipur district case. The operation followed recent questioning by the West Bengal CID, with Banerjee alleging a lock was broken to gain entry.
Tainan's Yongkang police raided a Vietnamese KTV, seizing over 100 packets of drugs and 1.5 kg of raw materials. Nine individuals, including three undocumented migrant workers, were arrested. The owner and two hostesses were detained.
South Korean police concluded a 13-hour raid on the National Election Commission (NEC) and its local offices as part of an investigation into ballot shortages during the June 3 local elections. The shortages temporarily halted voting at 26 polling stations nationwide.
A Toronto police officer was shot during a raid on an apartment allegedly linked to the March attack on the US consulate. The search warrant was part of a national security investigation into the incident where two men fired shots at the empty diplomatic building.
A joint investigation team raided seven election commissions, including the National Election Commission, for about 13 hours as part of an inquiry into the ballot shortage during the June 3 local elections. Investigators are seeking to prove intent behind the shortage, examining print plans and meeting minutes.
Coupang fined 624.7 billion won over data breach, police raid election watchdog over ballot shortages
South Korean police have launched a simultaneous raid on the National Election Commission and regional offices following a ballot shortage during the June 3 local elections. Over 110 personnel are investigating alleged violations of election law and dereliction of duty.
Police have raided the National Election Commission and local election committees eight days after a ballot paper shortage occurred, investigating potential violations of election law and dereliction of duty.
South Korean police raided Bithumb as part of an investigation into alleged nepotism involving lawmaker Kim Byung-gi, who is accused of influencing employment opportunities for his son at crypto firms Bithumb and Upbit's operator Dunamu.
