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While it began with celebrity pranks and humor, it gained national significance by "biting" into social and political injustices that mainstream news sometimes overlooks. Major Impact Stories

One of its most famous investigations revealed how tomatoes imported from China were being illegally labeled as "Made in Italy," a report that sparked massive public outrage and further official inquiries. Le iene

The show is notorious for "doorstepping" politicians. In 2006, it famously tested 50 deputies for drugs under the guise of makeup applications, finding that nearly one-third tested positive—a report that was ultimately censored by Parliament on privacy grounds. While it began with celebrity pranks and humor,

Reporters have been accused of harassment, such as a 2015 incident where they reportedly entered the garage of MotoGP racer Marc Márquez uninvited, leading to a physical altercation. In 2006, it famously tested 50 deputies for

More recently, it has championed the right to dignity in end-of-life care, following the stories of patients like Laura Santi in their legal battles for assisted dying. Controversies and Criticism

The "story" of is one of evolution from a lighthearted satirical variety show into a powerful, often controversial, pillar of Italian investigative journalism. Debuting in 1997 on Italia 1 , the program is famous for its reporters (known as "Hyenas") who wear black suits and ties in an homage to the film Reservoir Dogs .

Some critics argue the show focuses on "easy indignation" and "gut reactions" rather than deep, objective analysis.