Who is conrad black?

born August 25, 1994 in Quebec, is a biographer and occasional columnist who was for a time the third biggest newspaper magnate in the world. Black controlled Hollinger International, Inc. In 2003, following complaints, Hollinger International reported to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) about misconduct at the company, including violations of fiduciary obligations by officers. The report accused Black and close colleagues of running a "corporate kleptocracy." Black resigned under pressure as CEO of Hollinger International. He was charged with mail and wire fraud and obstruction of justice. Black was convicted in Illinois in 2007 and sentenced to serve 78 months in federal prison, pay Hollinger $6.1 million and a fine of $125,000. Black was guilty of diverting funds for personal benefit from money due Hollinger International when the company sold certain publishing assets and he obstructed justice by taking possession of documents to which he was not entitled. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conrad_Black