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Creditors Left High and Dry: The Search for the Vanished Billions of the Benko Empire

René Benko was one of the richest men in Europe - and after his bankruptcy, he is allegedly without assets. But some suspect he may have hidden his wealth. Creditors, lawyers and detectives are searching for the money.

Wed Oct 9, 2024 15:03
"Mama, Pray for Me": The Women Soldiers Who Warned Israel of the Approaching Attack

The young women soldiers stationed at the Gaza border fence could have prevented the October 7 attack - if only their superiors had listened to them. Many were murdered or kidnapped in the Palestinian attack. Their story is one of a tragically missed opportunity.

Wed Oct 9, 2024 13:02
The Children of the War in Gaza: A Visit with Ahmed and Nisma, Recovering in Qatar

The war in the Gaza Strip has been particularly hard on Palestinian children. The death toll is astonishing and the suffering inconceivable. Ahmed and Nisma are recovering in Qatar after suffering horrific injuries. What happens next?

Fri Oct 4, 2024 16:59
Elections in Austria: A Right-Wing Populist Reaches for Power in Vienna

The far-right leader of the FPÖ, Herbert Kickl, is leading in the polls ahead of Sunday's election. His role model is Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. What will happen if he wins?

Thu Sep 26, 2024 19:39
A Questionable Audit in Xinjiang: Volkswagen's Human Rights Bluff

Volkswagen wanted to prove that its controversial factory in Xinjiang is free of forced labor. But the audit the company ordered to demonstrate that fact is full of methodological shortcomings and was performed by a dubious law firm.

Wed Sep 25, 2024 14:49
A Blind Eye?: Albanian Leader Rama a Darling of Europe Despite Corruption Back Home

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is a welcome guest in Western capitals - in part because he is helping Europe with its refugee problem. His opponents, though, say he has transformed Albania into an autocratic narco-state.

Fri Sep 20, 2024 13:22

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