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Truong My Lan: Vietnamese billionaire sentenced to death for $44bn fraud: Truong My Lan started life as a market trader. Now, she has been convicted of stealing ...
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Vietnam tycoon sentenced to death in $12 billion fraud case: A court in Vietnam sentenced real estate tycoon Truong My Lan Thursday to death over her role in a ...
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Quick Glance: Death Sentence for Real Estate Tycoon in Vietnam's Largest Fraud Case
- Truong My Lan, a prominent businesswoman and real estate tycoon, was sentenced to death in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case, marking a shocking development in the country's escalating anti-corruption campaign.
- Born in 1956, Lan founded the Van Thinh Phat company with her family in 1992, which grew to become one of Vietnam's richest real estate firms linked to some of Ho Chi Minh's most valuable properties.
- She was accused of using the bank as her cash cow, illegally controlling it between 2012 and 2022, and using thousands of 'ghost companies' in Vietnam and abroad to give loans to herself and her allies.
- Her arrest in October 2022 falls within a period of increased anti-corruption efforts in Vietnam ramping up since 2022, impacting the country's economic outlook and unsettling foreign investors.
Israeli hostage’s mother: ‘Any demand of ceasefire without release of hostages is a death sentence’
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A Vicious Dog Attack Upends an Elite Westchester Farm: At a farm tied to Blue Hill at Stone Barns, where a meal costs around $400, two dogs killed a poodle and ...
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Indian man saved from Saudi death row with Rs340 million raised in Kerala's biggest crowdfunding drive - News | Khaleej Times
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Hundreds of people in #Kerala have collected ₹35.45 crores through a crowd-funding campaign to secure the release of #Kozhikode native Abdul Rahim ... Show more #SaudiArabia www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/who-is-this-kerala-man-on-death-row-in-saudi-arabia-for-whose-release-people-donated-35-crore-101712992910173.html
Vietnamese court sentences tycoon to death in multibillion-dollar fraud case: Vietnam’s death penalty is used as punishment for white-collar crimes ...
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Fight fire with fire: Reintroduce the death penalty.This was the view of Inter Religious Organisation (IRO) president Pundit Lloyd Mukram Sirjoo ...
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Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi sentenced to death for songs critical of regime: Salehi's music denounced government corruption and suppression of dissent.
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Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
Elon Musk talks Tesla Secret Plan Part 2, how it is going 8 years later: Elon Musk is back referencing his ‘Tesla Secret Master Plan Part 2’ ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk to Unveil Tesla 'Robotaxi' on August 8
- Elon Musk announced that Tesla will unveil its robotaxi on August 8, despite past promises and delays with self-driving cars.
- Musk plans to develop a car without controls for human use and gradually enhance Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving capability.
- Currently, buyers can add the Full Self-Driving feature for an additional cost, but experts note that the system is not fully autonomous yet.
- Other companies like Waymo and Cruise are also working on autonomous ride-sharing services, despite safety concerns and incidents.
CNA Explains: How a death sentence in Vietnam links to a massive anti-corruption drive
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Consumers’ delivery expectations are rising while e-commerce volumes continue to grow. Join Sourcing Journal for a live webinar on April 30 as execs from ... Show more www.events.sourcingjournal.com/smartershippingboostingcustomerserviceandcuttingcostswithvisibility
Sucker for Love: To Die For [PC - 75] www.metacritic.com/game/sucker-for-love-date-to-die-for/ "Sucker for Love: Date to Die For, from concept to execution, is darkly spellbinding ... Show more
I’m a doctor in Haiti. Crisis may be death sentence for many with health problems | Opinion
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#VantageOnFirstpost : A new report reveals more details about the high-profile real-estate scam that has rocked Vietnam. Real-estate tycoon Truong My Lan was convicted of ... Show more
Ukrainian prisoners of war shot by Russians in Kherson Oblast: Video footage has been released showing the execution of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian ...
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Why 3,504 inmates on death row haven’t been executed, says NCos: The Nigeria Correctional Service has revealed that in 2023, there were no executions of inmates ...
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Sharjah Police deny rumours about ‘deaths due to electrocution during flood’
Up to Dh200k fine, jail for distribution of alarmist ... Show more www.cnet.com/news/ #uae #sharjah
Three to die by hanging in Edo for armed robbery: Three people, Solomon Abuede, James Monday and Kelvin Edward, have been sentenced to death by hanging for armed ...
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Worldwide IT spending set to grow 8% this year, Gartner says: Worldwide IT spending is expected to rise by 8% this year, according to analyst firm Gartner ...
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Why marketing is more ageist than ever—and what experienced talent needs to know: Ideas can come from anyone, young and middle-aged alike, but a brilliant ...
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Louisiana approved gas for lethal injection. Legislators just took a first vote to remove it.
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Death sentence for Truong My Lan: Vietnam's communists take action against corruption
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Chad Daybell, 55, is accused of murdering his first wife and the two youngest children of his second wife, Lori Vallow. On Wednesday ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/chad-daybell-murder-trial-opening-statements/story
Israeli ‘spy’ claims trial to charges of possessing, trafficking firearms in Malaysia
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Real estate tycoon's death sentence is a turning point in Vietnam's anti-corruption campaign
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Lots of activity: there is free compost here in Hagen: At the composting facility in Hagen on Donnerkuhler Weg there is currently free compost (archive photo).
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Wipro appoints Srini Pallia as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director: According to Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji, Srini's client-centric approach ...
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Shocking killing sparks debate about China’s ‘left behind’ children: Gruesome death of 13-year-old boy in Hebei province turns spotlight on the lives of rural ...
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Leclerc delighted with Ferrari strategy in Japan: Despite being voted Driver of the Day, Leclerc dropped down to third in the driver's standings with 59 points.
japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/04/08/more-sports/leclerc-ferrari-japanese-grand-prix/
Vietnamese female billionaire sentenced to death for biggest bank fraud: In one of the greatest bank fraud cases in the world, Vietnamese billionaire has been ...
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DA files for death penalty against man accused of kidnapping 2 co-workers, torturing and killing them
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How Supreme Court’s Grants Pass Homeless Case May Limit Prisoner Rights: In Grants Pass v. Johnson, a town in Oregon asks the court to reconsider what ...
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Vietnamese property tycoon Truong My Lan (front row, 3rd L) looks on at a court in Ho Chi Minh City on April 11, 2024.
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The three boys were all under 14 when they are accused of beating their classmate.
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John Oliver on lethal injections: ‘A protracted nightmare of suffering’: The Last Week Tonight host looks into new “grim” developments on the death penalty in ...
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GM believes ‘production hell’ is behind it with plans to build 20X more Ultium EVs in 2024
electrek.co/2024/03/20/gm-exits-production-hell-aims-to-build-20x-more-evs-2024/
3 Body Problem: Lawyer sentenced to death for Lin Qi murder: Xu Yao, who worked on the Netflix adaptation, poisoned his colleague Lin Qi over a business dispute.
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Elon Musk says his ketamine prescription is in investors’ best interests: Elon Musk said in an interview that when it comes to Wall Street, “what matters is ...
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An Altered Masterpiece: In 1914, an Easter section in The Times that showed paintings from the Metropolitan Museum was a sensation ...
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Georgia executes Willie J. Pye for 1993 murder, despite call for clemency: Pye, whose lawyers argued had an intellectual disability, died by lethal injection in ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/03/21/willie-pye-georgia-execution-pentobarbital-lethal-injection/
Three percent of GDP embezzled: Vietnam's billionaire fraudster faces execution: This case shocked the whole of Vietnam: Truong My Lan, head of a real estate ...
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Contra: Operation Galuga Review: The soldiers of Contra: Operation Galuga have the right moves for this mission, but the steep cost, short length ...
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Crucifixion during Good Friday in Philippines: Filipino Catholic Ruben Enaje is nailed to the cross during his reenaction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on ...
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Quick Glance: Crucifixion on Good Friday in the Philippines
- A group of individuals reenacts the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday in San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines, on March 29.
- Similar celebrations take place in other parts of the world, including reenactments in Germany, Italy, and Venezuela, as well as processions in Mexico, Britain, and Spain.
- Pope Francis leads religious activities in Rome, including the Easter Mass and Easter Vigil.
- Holy Week celebrations span across various countries and involve traditional rituals such as the Stations of the Cross, processions, and Passion plays.
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Ex-property agent who called himself ‘Ganja man’ sentenced to death for drug trafficking
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Why death sentences of 15 men might be stopped by Santa Clara D.A. Jeff Rosen : After a trip to Alabama that helped him see the connection between slavery and ...
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Fresh pain for families of Brit backpackers killed in Thailand nearly 10 years on
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Laing Avenue crowned Guinness champions - Guyana Chronicle: IN what can be considered the greatest underdog story in the history of the event ...
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Ogun approves reconstruction of seven road projects: The Ogun State Executive Council presided over by Governor Dapo Abiodun has approved seven major priority ...
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Munster v Cardiff: Kyriacou demands higher accuracy and execution levels : Graham Rowntree's side will look to keep their winning run going in the URC.
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Jamaica company aiming to enter PVC manufacturing market here: JN Fund Managers Limited has successfully arranged the execution of a J$900 million (US$5 ...
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'Dilapidated' house given stay of execution as flats plan for site put on hold: Councillors at Newcastle Borough Council had issues with parking provision and ...
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🚨 2 Vietnamese bloggers charged for criticizing death penalty case
The Security Investigation Agency of the Binh Duong provincial police charged Nguyen Duc Du ... Show more
To Accelerate Growth, Analyze Your Company Like an Investor: Private equity (PE) firms have a proven approach to identify areas for revenue growth ...
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Russia says it has no contacts with West following concert hall attack: Kremlin currently not participating in discussions on lifting moratorium on death penalty ...
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Sam Bankman-Fried says he’s painted as a ‘depraved super-villain’ by prosecutors in FTX case and argues 50 years imprisonment is a death sentence
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: The Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried: Unrepentant Ex-Mogul Faces Lengthy Prison Term
- Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of FTX cryptocurrency exchange, was found guilty of wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy.
- Prosecutors urged a 40 to 50-year sentence to emphasize the severity of harm to victims and deter financial misconduct.
- Victims shared impact statements detailing loss of savings and financial distress caused by Bankman-Fried's actions.
- Once a prominent figure in the crypto world, Bankman-Fried faced accusations of embezzling funds and engaging in fraudulent activities.
Appeals court orders judge to probe claims of juror bias in Boston Marathon bomber's case
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ATM will treat criminals like ‘dogs’ and bring back death penalty, says leader Zungula
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Quick Glance: ATM leader Zungula's Strong Stance on Crime and Economy
- ATM leader Vuyo Zungula emphasizes treating criminals like 'dogs' and reintroducing the death penalty.
- Zungula asserts that under an ATM government, criminals should not expect mercy and their human rights will be undervalued.
- He stated that the death penalty, abolished in South Africa in 1995, would be reinstated under an ATM government.
- Zungula also advocates for land expropriation without compensation to ensure food security, along with promoting industrial production in the country to create jobs.
How Many Years Will SBF Get? Jury's Out on Betting Platform Polymarket: Plus: Tesla's delivery numbers will fall short of record, Kalshi traders signal; ...
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Georgia board declines to stay man's execution after lawyers claim he's intellectually disabled
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Drug smuggling death row gran could be saved from firing squad on one condition: Lindsay Sandiford, a grandmother from Cheltenham, is facing a fire squad for ...
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Thieves take construction glue with them: Between Friday, March 15th and Monday, March 18th, unknown perpetrators stole a Euro pallet containing a total of 42 ...
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Rashad Trice agrees to plead guilty in kidnap death of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith
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Former Yoozoo Games executive sentenced to death over fatal poisoning of one of richest men in China
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Court orders FNB to freeze payments from Jacob Zuma’s account – and recover R2.9-million plus interest
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-20-court-orders-fnb-to-freeze-payments-from-jacob-zumas-account-and-recover-r2-9-million-plus-interest/
Quick Glance: Court Order Halts Payments from Ex-President Zuma
- A South African bank announced the halt of outgoing payments from former President Jacob Zuma's accounts due to disputes over loans for improvements to his private home during his term.
- The measure was taken following legal actions by another bank's liquidators seeking repayment from the 81-year-old politician.
- The partial account freeze is connected to the controversial renovation of Zuma's vast estate in the KwaZulu-Natal province a decade ago.
- Zuma was mandated to reimburse the funds after a court ruling that he violated the constitution by utilizing millions in state funds for the refurbishment of his rural Nkandla residence.
How to Actually Execute Change at a Company: The author analyzed project teams across 257 firms to identify why only 60% of planned value is typically realized ...
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Prosecutors want the death sentence for Van Thinh Phat chairwoman Truong My Lan. She is accused of planning a $12 billion fraud ... Show more www.rfa.org/english/news/vietnam/vietnam-lan-death-sentence-03192024051827.html
GhostRace CPU vulnerability threatens all major architectures — IBM and VU Amsterdam researchers detail new cross-platform speculative execution attack
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Court hands Joseph Irungu, alias Jowie, a death sentence for the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani; he was found guilty of the offence on February 9
After declaring California’s first-ever moratorium on executions in 2019, Gov. Gavin Newsom is due to leave office in January 2027 ... Show more
Angola: More Than 5,000 People Affected By the Rains in Caxito: Two people died from electrocution, while 5,312 homes and 36 public and private facilities were ...
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Starbreeze CEO Out After Payday 3 Disaster - IGN: The CEO of Starbreeze has exited the company following the disastrous launch of Payday 3.
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Pakistani court sentences youth to death and another to life in prison for insulting Islam's prophet
ctvnews.ca/world/pakistani-court-sentences-youth-to-death-and-another-to-life-in-prison-for-insulting-islam-s-prophet-1.6802459
Hyderabad Metro Rail, now a Stanford University case study : Stanford University case study on Hyderabad Metro Rail's successful execution showcases ...
thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/hyderabad-metro-rail-now-a-stanford-university-case-study/article67935246.ece
Paramount Will Be “Diligent” Exploring Alternatives, CFO Promises, As Management Focused On Turnaround
deadline.com/2024/03/paramount-global-cfo-diligent-exploring-alternatives-streaming-turnaround-1235847272/
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