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Fed official's husband violated trading rules

Former Federal Reserve governor Adriana Kugler's husband engaged in prohibited stock trading before key meetings, according to ethics investigation. Discover the full story.

UN watchdog cannot verify Iran's uranium stockpile

The IAEA has been unable to inspect Iran's near-weapons grade uranium since June. The stockpile could potentially yield multiple nuclear bombs, raising urgent non-proliferation concerns.

UNESCO Adopts Global Neurotechnology Ethics Standards

In a landmark decision, UNESCO has established the world's first global ethical framework for neurotechnology, addressing growing concerns about brain data privacy and human rights in the rapidly advancing field.

Met Police officer Tasered Afghan man - watchdog probe

A Metropolitan Police officer deployed a Taser on an Afghan national during a Uxbridge shop incident, prompting an independent investigation by the police watchdog over potential excessive force concerns.

UK watchdog probes Greencore-Bakkavor merger

The Competition and Markets Authority launches in-depth investigation into proposed £1.7bn merger between food manufacturing giants Greencore and Bakkavor, citing serious competition concerns.

FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints

The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.

Watchdog warns against transgender school guidance

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued a formal warning over Bridget Phillipson's transgender guidance for schools, citing significant legal concerns and potential breaches of equality law.

Domestic abuse in most family court cases - watchdog

A landmark investigation exposes that domestic abuse allegations feature in most family court proceedings in England and Wales, raising urgent questions about victim protection and legal system pressures.

UK Scraps Ministerial Jobs Watchdog ACOBA

The UK government has abolished ACOBA, the watchdog regulating post-ministerial jobs, in a sweeping ethics reform that raises concerns about transparency and the 'revolving door' between politics and business.

Cabinet Office chief investigated over Microsoft role

The government's ethics watchdog is investigating Cabinet Office chief Simon Case after he sought approval to join Microsoft while still serving in Whitehall, raising serious questions about the revolving door between public service and big tech.

Boris Johnson investigated over Saudi Arabia trip

The former Prime Minister is under investigation by ACOBA for failing to seek approval before accepting a speaking engagement in Riyadh, raising fresh questions about post-government conduct.

Andy West: Tech Ethics Visionary Remembered

Tributes pour in for technology philosopher Andy West, whose groundbreaking work on AI ethics and digital responsibility shaped how we think about technology's role in society.

Reality TV show faces record 91,890 Ofcom complaints

A single reality television episode has sparked unprecedented viewer outrage, generating nearly half of all complaints about the most controversial TV programme in half a decade according to broadcasting watchdog Ofcom.

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