Angelica Iriarte, Author at 026 magazine

Intense trial ends with conviction in case of Laken Riley

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Feb

Crime

Intense trial ends with conviction in case of Laken Riley

A jury has convicted a man for the heartbreaking murder of Laken Riley, an American college student whose passing deeply affected her local community and beyond. The judgment, reached after a rigorous legal battle, offers some solace to Riley's mourning relatives who have long sought justice. This case, which has captured significant public interest, underscores concerns regarding violence against women, accountability, and the quest for justice in widely-publicized cases. Laken Riley, a 21-year-old college student celebrated for her commitment to her studies and lively character, was violently killed in 2022. Her untimely death shattered the lives of her loved ones…

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Feb

By Angelica Iriarte

Corruption

Ex-leader of Guatemala Otto Pérez Molina receives jail term

Otto Pérez Molina, ex-presidente de Guatemala, ha recibido una sentencia de ocho años de prisión tras reconocer su participación en un escándalo de corrupción de gran envergadura. Pérez Molina, quien fue presidente desde 2012 hasta su dimisión en 2015, se declaró culpable de cargos de lavado de dinero, fraude y corrupción. Su caída representa uno de los casos más relevantes de responsabilidad política en la historia reciente de Guatemala, aunque también subraya los desafíos continuos que enfrenta el país para combatir la corrupción sistémica.Los cargos contra Pérez Molina se originan de acusaciones de que aceptó millones de dólares en sobornos…

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Feb

By Angelica Iriarte

Corruption

Allegations of corruption lead to Vietnam’s president resigning

Vietnam has experienced significant political turbulence due to President Vo Van Thuong's resignation, who left his position after just one year in office. Typically known for its political steadiness, Thuong's exit represents the second presidential resignation in slightly more than a year, prompting inquiries into the internal workings of the ruling Communist Party and the level of corruption among its members.At 53, Vo Van Thuong became the youngest individual to take on the presidency in Vietnam, a role primarily ceremonial within the nation's distinctive collective leadership framework. His resignation was officially acknowledged by the National Assembly following accusations from the…

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Feb

By Angelica Iriarte

Corruption

Kishida contends with deepening political crisis in Japan

Japan is presently dealing with a significant political turmoil due to a corruption scandal that has revealed ongoing problems within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). This issue, resulting in the resignation of four cabinet members in a matter of weeks, has thrown Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s leadership into disarray. With approval ratings falling to an all-time low of 17%, Kishida is under increasing pressure to regain public confidence and bring stability to his government.The controversy is focused on accusations that LDP officials improperly handled money acquired from ticketed political gatherings. It is reported that large sums—possibly reaching 1 billion…

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Feb

By Angelica Iriarte

Economy

Starmer-Trump Discussions: Tariff Concerns

The possibility of a new trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom has initiated conversations about its potential effects on both countries' economies. Although President Donald Trump has warmly endorsed the concept, the true consequences of this deal are still unclear. Analysts indicate that while the agreement might offer certain advantages, it is unlikely to result in the profound changes typically linked with free trade agreements.At the core of this possible agreement is the moderately even trade relationship between the two nations. Each country exports approximately equal values of goods to the other, with U.S. data indicating…

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Feb

By Angelica Iriarte

Economy

Consequences of Enforcing Immigration Policies

The administration led by President Donald Trump has adopted a strict approach to immigration, enforcing strategies to curb both unauthorized and lawful entry into the U.S. Although these actions are consistent with vows made in his campaign, specialists caution that they may result in notable economic impacts, such as labor shortages, decelerated economic growth, and increasing inflation.From the start of his term in January, Trump has implemented a variety of measures aimed at reducing illegal immigration, including limiting asylum claims at the southern border and suspending approved refugee flights. Although he has sometimes indicated a willingness to accept “high-quality” immigrants,…