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An Associated Press investigation reveals a surge in detainee suicides within ICE custody since January 2025, with at least 10 men dying by self-harm. Experts cite systemic failures in mental health care, delayed screenings, and isolation contributing to these preventable deaths.

A major global phishing network, W3LL, has been dismantled by the FBI and Indonesian authorities, preventing over $20 million in fraud. This sophisticated operation, which sold account credentials and impersonated legitimate login pages, led to the arrest of the alleged developer. While the main kit is down, similar tools are emerging, highlighting the ongoing threat.

UAE authorities are cracking down on unlicensed domestic worker recruitment, warning of severe penalties including immediate closure and legal action. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation emphasizes strict enforcement to protect workers and customers from risks. Citizens are urged to use only accredited agencies and report illegal practices to ensure a regulated labor market.

Pam Bondi directed her staff to proceed with the criminal referral. This concerns the alleged Russia-Trump conspiracy. The Department of Justice is initiating a grand jury investigation. An unnamed federal prosecutor will present evidence. This could lead to an indictment. The DOJ received Tulsi Gabbard's criminal referral two weeks prior. It included documentation about the 2016 election.

Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on New York Attorney General Letitia James, labeling her a "total crook" following a criminal referral accusing her of mortgage fraud. The referral alleges James falsified financial documents to secure favorable mortgage terms, which she denies.

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani faces criminal referrals for allegedly accepting over $13,000 in illegal foreign contributions. The Coolidge Reagan Foundation claims a sustained pattern of violations, urging the DOJ and Manhattan DA to investigate. Mamdani's campaign has returned some funds, but significant amounts remain unreturned.

New York Attorney General Letitia James, who led the civil fraud case against Donald Trump, is now facing mortgage fraud allegations. The FHFA has referred a case to the DOJ, alleging James misrepresented details in loan applications, including falsely claiming a Virginia property as her primary residence. James's office has responded, accusing the Trump administration of weaponising the federal government.

Tucker Carlson alleges the CIA is recommending the Justice Department charge him as an unregistered foreign agent for Iran, claiming they read his texts. He insists his communications were journalistic and denies acting against US interests. Carlson suggests the probe is politically motivated due to his views on Israel and the war.

Several women have accused Cuomo, a Democrat, of unwanted kisses, touches and groping and inappropriate sexual remarks. Cuomo, in office since 2011, has rebuffed calls to step aside over the allegations.

Lawmakers investigating last year's deadly assault on the US Capitol are set to vote at their final public meeting Monday on whether to recommend criminal charges against former president Donald Trump.

White House counsel urges House Speaker to end Biden impeachment due to lack of evidence. Republican leaders struggle with shrinking majority while considering criminal referrals to Justice Department for potential prosecutions of Bidens.

As many as 34 officials of Assam Power Distribution Corporation Limited (APDCL) have been booked for allegedly siphoning off total Rs 1.94 crore since 2017 by forging medical referral certificates and reimbursement bills.

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has accused former President Barack Obama and his administration of conspiring to undermine Donald Trump's 2016 election victory. Gabbard alleges they manufactured intelligence to falsely implicate Russia in election interference, initiating a 'treasonous conspiracy.

Seven Indians will be booked for visa fraud and criminal investigations after the US embassy referred these cases to the Indian law enforcement authorities for criminal investigation in the past week.

Principal special judge N Balayogi of the CBI special court has allowed the CBI to close the case it registered against certain corporate hospitals in Hyderabad.