From presidential palaces to parliamentary chambers, France's political elite has been plagued by corruption scandals for decades. Explore the deep-rooted culture of impunity that continues to undermine democracy.
Chinese snooker professional Liang Wenbo faces disciplinary action and tournament exclusion after violating World Snooker Tour's strict betting rules during qualifying rounds.
Jack Lisowski captures his maiden ranking title after seven final defeats, overcoming Judd Trump 9-7 in a thrilling Northern Ireland Open final in Belfast.
World snooker faces its biggest corruption crisis as Chinese stars Yan Bingtao and Zhao Xintong receive lengthy bans for match-fixing offences, rocking the professional tour.
Jack Lisowski finally captures his first professional snooker title after seven final defeats, overcoming world number two Judd Trump in a thrilling Championship League showdown.
Six-time world snooker champion Steve Davis reveals how he traded his cue for turntables, becoming an unlikely hero in Britain's electronic music scene.
Northern Ireland's Mark Allen claims victory over Judd Trump in a gripping Tour Championship final, securing his second ranking title of the season in Manchester.
World number 18 Jack Lisowski delivers a stunning performance to defeat snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan 3-1 in the Championship League, marking a significant career breakthrough.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan produced a stunning fightback from 3-0 down to beat Kyren Wilson 5-3, while Jack Lisowski caused another upset at the World Grand Prix in Leicester.
Judd Trump claims dramatic Dubai Classic title in thrilling final-frame decider against snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan in Middle Eastern showdown.
Snooker legend Stephen Hendry declares Ronnie O'Sullivan the greatest player of all time following his unprecedented eighth World Championship triumph and remarkable 2023/24 season achievements.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan cements his GOAT status by becoming the first player ever to reach 900 career century breaks during a dominant performance at the World Open.
Four-time world champion Mark Selby produced a stunning fightback from 7-3 down to defeat Jack Lisowski 10-7 in a gripping first-round encounter at the World Snooker Championship.
Exclusive: Four professional tennis players arrested in coordinated European raids as authorities smash alleged match-fixing syndicate operating at highest levels of the sport.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan reveals why he traded luxury living for a modest canal boat, finding peace away from the glare of professional sport.
Snooker superstar Ronnie O'Sullivan makes dramatic last-minute exit from World Open in China, handing Scottish opponent Stephen Maguire an unexpected walkover victory in Xian.
Reigning UK Championship winner Zhao Xintong withdraws from Championship League Snooker due to serious medical condition, casting doubt on his competitive future.
Judd Trump produced a snooker masterclass to defeat Mark Selby 10-8 in an electrifying World Grand Prix final, claiming his fourth ranking title of the season in Leicester.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy receives prison sentence in landmark corruption trial, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the once-powerful leader.
World champion Neil Robertson makes unexpected exit from Northern Ireland Open due to medical reasons, sending shockwaves through the snooker community ahead of Belfast tournament.
Australian snooker champion Neil Robertson suffers stunning first-round exit at Northern Ireland Open, falling 4-1 to veteran Mark Davis in major tournament upset.
In a dramatic escalation of his anti-corruption campaign, President Xi Jinping has removed three senior military generals from China's political advisory body, sending shockwaves through the People's Liberation Army leadership.
Former world snooker champion Graham Dott appears in court for bail hearing amid ongoing child sexual abuse trial. Latest developments from the high-profile case.
Former world number five Stephen Lee has lost his final appeal against a 12-year snooker ban for match-fixing, ending his professional career in dramatic fashion.
Snooker icon Ronnie O'Sullivan delivers a stark reality check to fellow veterans Mark Williams and Stephen Hendry about their future in the sport as he continues his own dominant form.
Veteran snooker legend Mark Williams defies age with stunning comeback win against Ronnie O'Sullivan, proving class is permanent in thrilling World Grand Prix clash.
Federal investigators have descended on Jackson, Mississippi, executing search warrants in a sweeping corruption investigation targeting local government officials and their associates.
Welsh snooker legend Mark Williams defies age to claim Xian Grand Prix title, becoming the oldest ranking event winner since 1992 with stunning victory over Shaun Murphy.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan delivers bombshell guidance to teenage darts sensation Luke Littler, urging him to quit the sport to protect his mental health and longevity.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan makes explosive comments about Chinese supporters following his surprise 5-4 defeat to Neil Robertson in the World Grand Prix quarter-finals.