Friday, May 15, 2026

Tag: corruption

Top 10 signs the US is the most corrupt nation in...

Are Americans not seen as corrupt because we only deal in the big denominations? Think again.

How we’re fighting to save democracy from bribery and gerrymandering, one...

In Pennsylvania, the democratic system isn’t broken. It’s dead.

Former judge sentenced to prison for bribery scheme and witness tampering

The former judge was sentenced to five years in prison, three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay a fine of $50,000.

What will the Trump mob kill next?

From the start of his White House tenure, the Trumpsters have plotted, stalked and serially killed vibrant members of the English Language.

The fix is (always) in

When will the majority of us, the good and decent and truly patriotic folks, be the role models for the others among us who still believe in this fairy tale?

Paul Ryan receives half a million in Koch contributions just days...

“It looks like House Speaker Ryan is quickly being rewarded for passing this legislation that overwhelmingly benefits the Koch's and billionaires like them."

Former VA police officer indicted after assaulting patient and falsifying report

If convicted, Michael Kaim faces up to 10 years in federal prison on the civil rights charge and up to 20 years on the obstruction of justice charge.

Former CIA officer arrested after caught spying for China

Jerry Chun Shing Lee was arrested this week and charged with unlawful retention of national defense information.

NY Assemblywoman indicted for multiple fraud schemes and obstruction of justice

Pamela Harris was recently charged with an 11-count indictment, including wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, making false statements, bankruptcy fraud, witness tampering, and conspiracy to obstruct justice.

Former congresswoman sentenced to 5yrs in federal prison

“It is incredibly disappointing that an elected official, who took an oath year after year to serve others, would exploit the needs of children."

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Popular sugar substitute erythritol damages blood-brain barrier, elevating stroke risk

A new study shows how erythritol, a zero-calorie sugar alternative, directly damages human cells that comprise the blood-brain barrier.

Nearly all plant-based meat alternatives Contain mycotoxins

The researchers found that 100 percent of the plant-based meat substitutes contained at least one of 19 different types of mycotoxins, often showing high "co-occurrence" (multiple toxins in a single product).

Waterboarding for dollars in Cuba

The CBS Sunday Morning program, “Next: Cuba?” which aired on April 26, presented a discussion of the recent intensification of sanctions on...

California officials accuse Trump administration of targeting blue states after Medicaid funding freeze

Federal officials cite fraud concerns while California leaders warn millions could lose access to critical healthcare and in-home support services.

Butter (and schools), not guns (and warfare)

The War Against Iran, Up Close and Personal (and All Too Far Away).