Zhimin Qian, 47, tricked more than 128,000 people in China and tried to hide stolen cryptocurrency through UK property.UK courts convicted Qian for a central role in Bitcoin fraud linked to a £5.5 billion cryptocurrency seizure.Also known as Yadi Zhang, Qian admitted at Southwark Crown Court to illegally acquiring and possessing Bitcoin. Seven Years of Investigation Police reported that investigators spent seven years tracing Qian’s international money laundering activities.Between 2014 and 2017, she ran a large-scale fraud in China, converting victims’ money into Bitcoin assets.She escaped China using false documents and entered the UK, then tried to launder her illegal…
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Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Researchers tested VER-01, an experimental cannabis extract, on adults with persistent lower back pain. Patients reported notable reductions in pain scores over several months. Unlike smoking cannabis, VER-01 delivers controlled doses that minimize addiction and severe side effects. Chronic lower back pain affects over 619 million people worldwide and remains the leading cause of disability. Existing treatments, including opioids and NSAIDs like ibuprofen, either risk addiction or cause long-term health problems. Patients often lack effective and safe alternatives, creating urgent demand for new therapies. Clinical Trial Shows Significant Relief The study enrolled 820 adults whose pain did not respond to…
Germany plans to build Europe’s strongest conventional army, Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced in May. The government must expand troop numbers through new military service while rapidly modernizing equipment. Politico reported Berlin plans €83 billion in procurement, with most orders going to European manufacturers. Officials will execute 154 major defense projects between September 2025 and December 2026. Only eight percent of purchases will come from the United States. Sipri data shows European arms imports from the US tripled between 2020 and 2024. Germany’s imports jumped 334 percent, with 70 percent sourced from the US. Berlin now emphasizes “Buy European” to reduce…
Around 50,000 people marched through Berlin on Saturday, showing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. Protesters chanted “free, free Palestine” and called for an immediate end to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Authorities deployed 1,800 police officers to monitor the downtown demonstration from Alexanderplatz to the Victory Column. Demonstrators urged Germany to stop sending arms to Israel and pushed for EU sanctions against Israel’s military. Fifty organisations, including Amnesty International and Die Linke, coordinated the pro-Palestinian rally, though police broke up some protests for anti-Israel slogans. Counter-Demonstrations and Clashes About 100 people rallied in support of Israel, denouncing antisemitism, German broadcaster RBB reported.…
Interpol, the global policing network with 196 member countries, coordinated a large-scale cybercrime operation in Africa.Authorities arrested 260 suspects linked to online romance fraud, sextortion, and extortion schemes during July and August.Investigators identified perpetrators who created fake online relationships to trick victims into sending money or sharing compromising images.The scams affected over 1,400 individuals, who collectively lost nearly $2.8 million (€2.4 million), according to Interpol.Cyril Gout, acting executive director of police services at Interpol, noted that African cybercrime units reported sharp increases in digital-enabled scams. Criminals Exploit Technology to Defraud and Blackmail Interpol revealed that perpetrators used social media, dating…
Aid groups recovered five decomposed bodies of suspected migrants in eastern Libya, 550 kilometers south of Tobruk.Rescue crews worked with local authorities to secure the remains and transported them to Tobruk.Abreen, a Libyan aid group, reported the victims were likely Sudanese and shared photos of the recovery operation. Migrants Face Extreme Risks Libya borders six countries and runs along the Mediterranean, making it a key route to Europe.Migrants fleeing war and poverty travel overland or by sea, facing deadly conditions.In December, 61 migrants drowned off Zuwara, including women and children.In May, seven Sudanese migrants died after a desert vehicle broke…
A drone fired from Yemen struck Eilat Wednesday, wounding at least 22 people, local medics reported.The Israeli military confirmed air defences failed to intercept the drone before it hit the Red Sea city.Emergency services said two people suffered serious injuries, while the rest received minor wounds. Authorities Secure Site and Warn Public Police deployed bomb disposal teams to inspect the drone debris.Officials instructed residents to avoid the crash site and not touch any potential explosives.The military urged the public to follow Home Front Command safety guidelines posted on Telegram. Houthis Escalate Attacks, Israel and U.S. Respond Iran-backed Houthi rebels regularly…
President Trump told the UN that migration flows and energy policies threaten Europe’s identity.He called uncontrolled immigration a “double-tailed monster” and said nations will crumble if unchecked.Trump criticized leaders for prioritizing politeness over national security and urged immediate border closures.He accused the UN of enabling mass entries into the U.S. and financing illegal migration. Diplomatic Wins Claimed in Months Trump claimed he resolved seven historic conflicts in just seven months.He named disputes in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia where he brokered peace.Trump said he acted alone while the UN failed to assist in negotiations.He suggested these accomplishments merited…
European lawmakers, Nobel winners, and ex-leaders urged binding international rules against dangerous AI uses.They launched the initiative Monday during the UN’s 80th General Assembly in New York.Signatories, including Enrico Letta, Mary Robinson, MEPs Brando Benifei and Sergey Lagodinsky, ten Nobel laureates, and tech leaders, called for “red lines” by 2026.They warned that unchecked AI could trigger pandemics, disinformation, human rights abuses, and loss of control over advanced systems.Over 200 prominent figures and 70 organisations across politics, science, human rights, and industry backed the campaign. AI Threats Highlight Urgency Researchers found chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini gave inconsistent or…
President Trump demanded Attorney General Pam Bondi prosecute people he considers his enemies immediately. He cited impeachment and multiple indictments, claiming the Justice Department must act to restore credibility. Trump named James Comey, Adam Schiff, and Letitia James, asserting they were “all guilty as hell.” When reporters asked, Trump emphasized: “They have to act fast.” Extraordinary Intervention in DOJ Independence Trump publicly ordered prosecutorial action, breaking longstanding norms separating politics from law enforcement. He ousted U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert after Siebert declined to charge Comey and James. Trump announced he would nominate Lindsey Halligan, a former insurance lawyer and presidential…