California launches portal for public to report alleged ICE wrongdoing, and my immediate thought is, wow, they’re going to need a *lot* of storage space. Seriously, just imagine the volume of reports they’re anticipating. That alone sparks a question: how exactly will they manage the sheer influx of information? Then, of course, the cynical side of me wonders about the types of reports they’ll receive. The comments hint at a potential flood of biased accusations, potentially fueled by political motivations. It’s a natural reaction to consider the potential for misuse, but the core function of the portal, at least in theory, is to provide a platform for reporting alleged misconduct.… Continue reading
US Judge orders DOJ to turn over Comey grand jury materials, citing ‘misconduct’.
So, it seems a US judge has ordered the Department of Justice to hand over all the materials from the grand jury related to the case against James Comey. The reason? The judge has cited “misconduct,” which, honestly, is a pretty serious allegation. This is just the beginning of what sounds like a messy legal situation, and it’s got a lot of people talking.
Now, from what I gather, there are serious concerns about the way the prosecution handled this whole thing. Apparently, there are allegations of missing grand jury testimony – specifically, about two hours worth.… Continue reading
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming is alleged to have had child exploitation and bestiality material on his work devices, which has been revealed after a court dismissed an application to prevent media reporting on the nature of the objectionable material. McSkimming resigned from his position in May amidst separate investigations into alleged misconduct. A “rapid review” of police’s information security controls was ordered after the investigation into McSkimming, identifying several key issues, including weaknesses in technology configuration, lack of visibility over user activity, and gaps in governance. No notice of appeal was filed after the court’s decision, leading to the release of this information.
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Two Metropolitan Police officers, Kristina Linge and Rafal Szmydynski, have been dismissed for gross misconduct following a strip search of a 15-year-old schoolgirl, known as Child Q, suspected of possessing cannabis. The search, conducted in 2020 with no appropriate adult present, was deemed “unnecessary” and “disproportionate” by the misconduct panel. While a third officer received a final written warning for misconduct, the panel did not find that race was a factor in the incident. The police have since apologized and acknowledged organizational failings in their handling of the situation and the traumatic experience for Child Q.
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A massive scheme inflating Saudi Arabian university rankings through the fraudulent use of highly cited researchers has largely collapsed. The number of researchers falsely claiming Saudi affiliations plummeted by 76% following an EL PAÍS investigation, revealing payments of up to €70,000 annually to falsify employment data. This deception, involving hundreds of scientists globally, was largely successful for years until tighter scrutiny by Clarivate, the ranking compiler, and increased media attention exposed the practice. The resulting drop significantly impacts Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ambitious goals for Saudi universities, and the implicated institutions have seen their highly cited researcher numbers drastically reduced. This outcome highlights the growing international effort to combat academic misconduct and manipulate academic rankings.
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California Launches ICE Wrongdoing Reporting Portal: Skepticism and Concerns Raised
California launches portal for public to report alleged ICE wrongdoing, and my immediate thought is, wow, they’re going to need a *lot* of storage space. Seriously, just imagine the volume of reports they’re anticipating. That alone sparks a question: how exactly will they manage the sheer influx of information? Then, of course, the cynical side of me wonders about the types of reports they’ll receive. The comments hint at a potential flood of biased accusations, potentially fueled by political motivations. It’s a natural reaction to consider the potential for misuse, but the core function of the portal, at least in theory, is to provide a platform for reporting alleged misconduct.… Continue reading
Judge Orders DOJ to Turn Over Comey Materials, Cites Potential Misconduct
US Judge orders DOJ to turn over Comey grand jury materials, citing ‘misconduct’.
So, it seems a US judge has ordered the Department of Justice to hand over all the materials from the grand jury related to the case against James Comey. The reason? The judge has cited “misconduct,” which, honestly, is a pretty serious allegation. This is just the beginning of what sounds like a messy legal situation, and it’s got a lot of people talking.
Now, from what I gather, there are serious concerns about the way the prosecution handled this whole thing. Apparently, there are allegations of missing grand jury testimony – specifically, about two hours worth.… Continue reading
NZ Cop’s Devices Allegedly Held Child Exploitation, Bestiality Material
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming is alleged to have had child exploitation and bestiality material on his work devices, which has been revealed after a court dismissed an application to prevent media reporting on the nature of the objectionable material. McSkimming resigned from his position in May amidst separate investigations into alleged misconduct. A “rapid review” of police’s information security controls was ordered after the investigation into McSkimming, identifying several key issues, including weaknesses in technology configuration, lack of visibility over user activity, and gaps in governance. No notice of appeal was filed after the court’s decision, leading to the release of this information.
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Two Met Police Officers Sacked After Strip Search of Child Q: Outrage and Calls for Justice
Two Metropolitan Police officers, Kristina Linge and Rafal Szmydynski, have been dismissed for gross misconduct following a strip search of a 15-year-old schoolgirl, known as Child Q, suspected of possessing cannabis. The search, conducted in 2020 with no appropriate adult present, was deemed “unnecessary” and “disproportionate” by the misconduct panel. While a third officer received a final written warning for misconduct, the panel did not find that race was a factor in the incident. The police have since apologized and acknowledged organizational failings in their handling of the situation and the traumatic experience for Child Q.
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Top Scientists Exposed: False Saudi Arabia Affiliations Unveiled
A massive scheme inflating Saudi Arabian university rankings through the fraudulent use of highly cited researchers has largely collapsed. The number of researchers falsely claiming Saudi affiliations plummeted by 76% following an EL PAÍS investigation, revealing payments of up to €70,000 annually to falsify employment data. This deception, involving hundreds of scientists globally, was largely successful for years until tighter scrutiny by Clarivate, the ranking compiler, and increased media attention exposed the practice. The resulting drop significantly impacts Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ambitious goals for Saudi universities, and the implicated institutions have seen their highly cited researcher numbers drastically reduced. This outcome highlights the growing international effort to combat academic misconduct and manipulate academic rankings.
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