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Shipbuilder Gets Go-Ahead for Lawsuit Against Mozambican Leader in Tuna Scandal

Britain’s High Court granted Abu Dhabi-based shipbuilder Privinvest permission on Friday to file a lawsuit against Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi, a counter-move in a case over a $2 billion corruption scandal, Privinvest said on Friday. The case relates to government-guaranteed …

Ex-West Virginia Workers’ Comp Auditor Sentenced

A former workers’ compensation auditor has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for taking bribes in exchange for allowing coal company contractors to underreport their payroll. The Charleston Gazette reports Arville Sargent was sentenced Friday in federal court …

FDNY Inspector Accused of Accepting Bribes, Ignoring Violations

Authorities say a New York City Fire Department inspector is accused of accepting bribes from day care centers in exchange for certifying that they complied with safety standards. FDNY Supervising Inspector Carlos Montoya was arrested on charges he played a …