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US recovers over half of ransom paid to pipeline hackers
8 Jun 2021
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HSE won't comment on ransom figure, as other departments take precautions after cyber attack
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'Safe and steady' progress made as HSE attempts to regain control of IT system
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Updated 3 Jan 2019
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Jordan demanding proof pilot is still alive before handing over female jihadist
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Japan scrambles to verify footage of Islamic State hostage execution
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Syria
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Snowman abducted in Wicklow
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Berlusconi's accountant held hostage for €35 million ransom
20 Nov 2012
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€15 million paid for hostage release
20 Jul 2012
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Snatched
Major league catcher kidnapped in Venezuela
10 Nov 2011
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Mikel family receive ransom demand
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