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European Parliament President speaks out on corruption scandal

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1 year ago

December 13, 2022

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The European Parliament President has finally spoken out amid a new corruption scandal that’s implicated some senior EU lawmakers.

Belgian Authorities say four people have been arrested on charges on money laundering, following the discovery of over €600,000 in cash.

The Parliament President Roberta Metsola breaking her silence hours ago, warning that Europe is not for sale, and announcing an internal enquiry.

One of her deputies, Vice-President Eva Kaili, is one of the four people under arrest, accused of corruption and money laundering.

The EU government is of course composed of three distinct bodies – the commission, the council, and the parliament – so far this has only implicated members of the parliament.

But that hasn’t stopped key European figures, like commission President Ursula von der Leyen from weighing in.

She called for Brussels to set up a team, dedicated to upholding rules on integrity and ethics across all EU institutions.

This scandal of course has international implications. Belgian authorities have not confirmed so – but it’s been widely reported that Qatar was behind the payments.

Wednesday will be a key day for details. With Eva Kaili and three others expected in a pre-trial chamber.

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #economy #housing #housingmarket #homeprices #homesales #inflation #trending