Category: colombia
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German National Extradited to US for Operating Dark Web Marketplace
A German national residing in Colombia has been extradited to the United States to face charges for allegedly creating and operating a prominent dark web marketplace designed for the illicit trade of illegal goods.
Law EnforcementLegalComputers and InternetEuropeLatin AmericaGermanyColombia Dark WebExtraditionCyber CrimeIllegal GoodsFBI
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Media Monitor: 60 Minutes Reports Extremist Groups Exploiting Natural Disasters
CBS News reports that extremist groups and foreign governments are exploiting natural disasters to recruit members and manipulate social media, while also covering Ben Sasse’s health and Colombia’s birding industry.
Politics and GovernmentMediaConflictScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEuropeLatin AmericaComputers and InternetLegalColombiaFrance Natural DisastersWhite NationalismSocial MediaBen SassePoliticsSocietyCBS News: 60 Minutes
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Vance's MAGA Strategy, Government Shutdown
Newsweek reports on JD Vance's strategy to secure the MAGA mantle, the end of the government shutdown, and a diplomatic crisis between Colombia and the United States.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaSyriaColombiaVenezuelaWhite HouseCongressRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesMedia Bias JD VanceMAGAGovernment ShutdownDonald TrumpAhmed al-SharaaCarlo Versano, Newsweek
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports Álvaro Uribe Found Guilty in Bribery Trial
The Washington Post reports that Colombia's former president, Álvaro Uribe, has been found guilty of bribery and procedural fraud, marking a historic first for the country.
Politics and GovernmentWorldLegalColombiaGeneral PoliticsLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Álvaro UribeBriberyWitness TamperingMarco RubioGustavo PetroIván CepedaThe Washington Post
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Colombian National Pleads Guilty to $66M Ponzi Scheme
Efrain Betancourt Jr. pleaded guilty to running a $66 million Ponzi scheme through Sky Group USA, misusing funds for personal luxuries. He faces up to 20 years in prison, with sentencing set for August 14.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLegalColombiaFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLaw Enforcement Efrain Betancourt Jr.Sky Group USA LLCPonzi schemeSouthern District of FloridaFinancial FraudFBI MiamiFlorida Office of Financial RegulationFBI
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Top Stories: Poilievre on Handgun Ban, Students Vote in Switzerland, and Cocaine's Impact
Poilievre avoids questions on handgun ban repeal. Canadian students on a tall ship will vote in Switzerland. Cocaine market explosion impacts communities. Tributes for puppeteer Noreen Young pour in.
Politics and GovernmentWorldEntertainmentSportScience & TechnologyCanadaSwitzerlandColombiaItalyJapanGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentConservative PartyTradeMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceFilm and TVMiddle EastAsia Pierre PoilievreNoreen YoungBritish ColumbiaKing Charles