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Shakira acquitted of tax fraud charges in Spain

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Shakira smiles and waves to fans outside a courthouse in Spain after being acquitted of tax fraud charges.

The case centered around Shakira’s residency status during the years in question. Prosecutors claimed that she had established her primary residence in Spain while allegedly declaring her residence to be in the Bahamas. Shakira maintained that she was not a resident of Spain during that time and had fulfilled her tax obligations, which is a … Read more

Leonard Cohen’s Manager Cleared of Financial Wrongdoing

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A courtroom filled with spectators and legal professionals listens intently as the judge delivers the verdict in the trial of Leonard Cohen's manager, who has been acquitted of financial misconduct charges.

Summary of the trial and its outcome After a 10-day trial, the manager of the late Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen has been acquitted of all charges related to alleged financial misconduct. The verdict was delivered on October 15, 2023, concluding a case that stirred significant media attention and raised questions about the management of Cohen’s … Read more