Arnon Milchan, a movie mogul, billionaire spy and old friend of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, is a key witness. He gave the Netanyahus gifts, he said, sometimes at their request.
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Tensions Rise Over Big Oil’s Role at COP28 Climate Talks
The hosts of the United Nations global climate summit later this year aim to give fossil fuel companies a bigger voice, despite loud objections.
How Silvio Berlusconi Changed Italy
Whether as a politician or media tycoon, the former prime minister and businessman who died Monday at 86, left an imprint, or a bruise, on just about everything he touched.
BBC Chairman Resigns, Deepening Turmoil at UK’s Broadcaster
Richard Sharp stepped down after an investigation concluded that he failed to disclose his involvement in arranging a loan for the former prime minister, Boris Johnson.
In the Fight Over Gas Stoves, Meet the Industry’s Go-To Scientist
Longstanding research shows the health dangers of gas-burning ranges. Utilities are turning to Julie Goodman, a toxicologist with a firm whose work raises questions about the science.
Trump’s Interior Secretary Didn’t Violate Ethics Rules, Watchdog Finds
An inspector general’s report found no evidence that David Bernhardt had improperly favored a group that once employed him as a lobbyist.
He’s an Outspoken Defender of Meat. Industry Funds His Research, Files Show.
A UC Davis professor runs an academic center that was conceived by a trade group, according to records, and gets most of its funding from farming interests.
For Rishi Sunak, Family Wealth From Outsourcing Adds to a Secretive Fortune
Britain’s new prime minister married into an $800 million stake in Infosys, a company that does not fit neatly into his party’s views on immigration.
Éric Dupond-Moretti, French Justice Minister, Faces Trial
Éric Dupond-Moretti opened investigations of judges he had clashed with as a lawyer, prompting accusations that he had abused his position to settle scores.
Profiting in Congress
Dozens of lawmakers trade stocks related to their work, and it’s harming trust in the government.