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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Beauty Salon Conflict Escalates to Public Dispute

A serious conflict between two beauty professionals in a Mustamäe salon has escalated into a public dispute involving accusations of unprofessionalism and fraud.

Mar 1 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Social benefits register duplicity and frauds, says study; Haddad talks about reformulation

A study highlights concerns over duplicity and fraud in Brazil's social benefits, prompting Minister Haddad to propose a reform of these programs.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: SASSA Fires Five Officials Over Corruption - South African News Briefs - February 27, 2026

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has dismissed five officials involved in corruption following previous arrests for fraud charges.

Feb 27 • 05:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The State Social Insurance Agency warns about a new fraud scheme

The State Social Insurance Agency (VSAA) has issued a warning to residents about phone scammers requesting personal information under the pretense of delivering urgent correspondence via courier.

Feb 26 • 16:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Fraud by Luring People to Sell Instagram and YouTube Accounts

A man was arrested in Meerut for defrauding people by falsely claiming to sell Instagram and YouTube accounts.

Feb 26 • 15:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Fraud of selling Instagram-YouTube channels, caught by technical tracing

An accused involved in defrauding people by falsely selling Instagram and YouTube accounts has been arrested in Meerut by a joint police team.

Feb 26 • 13:15 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Minnesota remains frontline in Vance's 'war on fraud' as Walz given 60 days 'to clean up the systems'

Vice President JD Vance has announced a temporary halt to Medicaid funding in Minnesota, giving the state 60 days to address concerns over fraud in its social programs.

Feb 25 • 22:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

One in Four Ads: The Great Fraud Machinery on Social Media

Research has revealed that one in four ads on Meta platforms in Germany is associated with fraudulent activities, suggesting a sophisticated industry at play.

Feb 25 • 17:37 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Trump paints rosy picture of US in record-long State of the Union speech

In his record-setting State of the Union address, President Trump portrayed an optimistic vision for America's future while criticizing social service fraud linked to the Somali community in Minnesota.

Feb 25 • 10:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Fake Signatures: How Election Fraud Can Occur in Local Elections

The Frankfurt public prosecutor is investigating allegations of election fraud related to the 'Frankfurt - Social' list led by former Mayor Peter Feldmann, amid ongoing concerns about potential electoral manipulation.

Feb 24 • 09:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rimi warns about a scam spreading on social media

Rimi has alerted the public about a scam on Facebook that exploits its brand to illegally extract money and personal data from users.

Feb 24 • 07:18 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Couple sentenced to prison for celebrity fraud

A couple has been sentenced to prison in Sweden for posing as celebrities on social media and soliciting money from unsuspecting victims.

Feb 23 • 10:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The 'likes' scam

The article discusses a scam involving fake job offers related to social media likes, where victims are tricked into paying deposits after completing initial tasks.

Feb 23 • 03:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Insurance companies stunned: Must not alert authorities when insurance fraudsters also cheat on social benefits

Insurance companies in Denmark are prohibited from informing authorities about cases of dual fraud involving both insurance claims and social benefits, leaving them in a difficult position.

Feb 21 • 06:23 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

Authorities Not Informed: Man Participated in Wrestling Championship Despite Receiving Compensation for Severe Back Pain

A man participated in a wrestling championship even though he was receiving compensation for severe back pain that limited his mobility.

Feb 21 • 06:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues 'do not' warning for anyone who uses social media

Martin Lewis warns social media users about fraudulent investment adverts impersonating him, urging caution when engaging with online content.

Feb 21 • 03:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Victim of romance scam induced by TikTok loses 36 million yen

A woman in her 50s from Aomori Prefecture has been defrauded of 36 million yen through a TikTok romance scam involving a supposed investment opportunity.

Feb 20 • 09:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

First friendship, then millions of fraud... four accused of crypto gang arrested

The Sonipat Cyber Police have arrested four individuals involved in a cryptocurrency scam that allegedly defrauded victims of millions of rupees.

Feb 19 • 16:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Fraud in the name of Indore Municipal Corporation Commissioner

A complaint has been filed by the Indore Municipal Commissioner regarding fake Facebook and WhatsApp IDs being created in their name, which are being used by individuals to illegally solicit money.

Feb 19 • 08:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

He will never forget what they called the room at the city hall, where the fraud suspects were called for conversation

The article discusses the aggressive monitoring efforts by Danish authorities to identify fraudsters abusing social benefits, while highlighting concerns about citizens' legal rights and protections.

Feb 18 • 20:24 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

He will never forget what they called the room at the town hall, where the suspected fraudsters were called for interrogation

The article discusses the scrutiny of Danes suspected of fraudulently claiming social benefits, highlighting legal concerns about citizens' rights amid extensive surveillance and data analysis efforts.

Feb 18 • 20:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

"Pure Fraud" - MTV: New Minister Wille Rydman Plans to Address Foreign Caregivers' Language Skills

Finland's new Minister of Social Affairs and Health, Wille Rydman, intends to tackle the language proficiency of foreign caregivers, citing patient safety concerns.

Feb 18 • 18:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

FRAUD: ‘The story that shocked the whole country’ Koit Pikaro’s name and image used in a scam campaign

Koit Pikaro, who recently passed away, has been exploited in a scam campaign using his name to lure individuals to various service providers.

Feb 18 • 12:30 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

NAV reported social security fraud of 86 million kroner to the police last year

NAV reported a significant increase in social security fraud, with cases totaling 86 million kroner in 2022 and a rise in complexity of the cases.

Feb 18 • 07:02 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

He fell again! Alleged 'Facebook Rat' is arrested after committing a crime with the same modus operandi

Ludwin Kevin 'N', an alleged criminal involved in vehicle fraud via social media, has been arrested again after attempting to scam a Facebook user using the same methods as before.

Feb 18 • 04:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

34 Outstanding Scores and 7 Full Marks: Are There Cheating Issues in A Coruña's Exams?

Investigations are underway into potential fraud during Social Security exams in A Coruña, where remarkably high scores have raised suspicions.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Minnesota Democrats demand reparations from ICE after losing $18 billion to Somali fraud

Minnesota Democrats are pressing the federal government for reparations after a significant fraud incident involving taxpayer funds linked to social services programs.

Feb 17 • 17:18 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How is the fraud going on in the name of providing papers? Watch

The article discusses the rise of scams related to exam papers in India as students face increasing pressure ahead of board exams.

Feb 17 • 11:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

We don’t know if they are in the Czech Republic. Authorities want to better monitor Ukrainians receiving benefits

Czech authorities are seeking to enhance their scrutiny of Ukrainian refugees receiving social benefits due to emerging fraud cases highlighted by banks.

Feb 17 • 09:29 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Significant increase in benefit fraud in southern Sweden – fraud for 42 million kronor

Police reports a more than one hundred percent increase in reported benefit fraud in southern Sweden since 2023, amounting to 42.5 million kronor in illegal claims.

Feb 16 • 14:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Tracked thousands of unemployed – then the Employment Service slammed the brakes

Sweden's Employment Service found 4,000 suspected fraudsters using a new method of tracking IP addresses but has contacted only 208 months later, citing system updates as a reason for the delay.

Feb 15 • 07:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In Texas: Greg Abbott ordered to investigate potential fraud in child care programs

Governor Greg Abbott has initiated an investigation into potential fraud in child care programs in Texas following revelations of massive fraud in similar programs in Minnesota.

Feb 14 • 17:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"I know well that I have messed up": Now Michael Larsens has to pay back social benefits for half a million

Michael Larsens faces repayment of social benefits after being accused of fraud while working at a nightclub during his leave due to health issues.

Feb 13 • 07:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Sick Citizen Loses Sick Leave Benefits After Helping Former Employer

Michael Larsen, who suffered from severe health issues, lost his sick leave benefits after helping to work at a nightclub, leading to allegations of social fraud.

Feb 13 • 07:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

An anonymous tip about a sick citizen arrives: 'Then someone thought I should be reported to the municipality'

The article discusses Michael Larsen, a man who suffered three strokes and lost his sickness benefits due to a report of social fraud after working at a nightclub.

Feb 13 • 07:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'I will buy the entire police station for 100,000', arrested for 'auctioning' on REEL

A 20-year-old man was arrested in Mathura for posting a controversial video on social media, claiming he could bribe police officials and auction the entire police station.

Feb 13 • 05:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Danger!: ID cards upon request

A new trend in Argentina involves the illegal creation and distribution of editable identification documents via social media, particularly targeting minors.

Feb 12 • 19:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Lola Odusoga speaks out about a tormenting situation – my bank account emptied before my eyes

Lola Odusoga, Miss Finland 1996, reveals on Instagram that she fell victim to a cyber thief, resulting in significant unauthorized bank card charges.

Feb 12 • 10:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Lola Odusoga's account emptied before her eyes - victim of fraud

Lola Odusoga fell victim to a card scam, resulting in her bank account being emptied and multiple unauthorized transactions.

Feb 12 • 10:26 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Magnus Gisslén exploited in fake AI films – false weight loss products spread on social media

Former state epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén is being misrepresented in AI-generated videos promoting fictitious weight loss products on social media.

Feb 11 • 19:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A Ferrari controlled at 247 km/h reveals a social fraud network

A speeding Ferrari led to the uncovering of a social fraud network costing the French government approximately €1.8 million.

Feb 11 • 10:59 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SOCIAL MEDIA IS BUZZING: "Hero or fraud?" The show about casino millionaire Marek Nõmmik's past evokes mixed opinions

A recent TV show explored the controversial past of casino millionaire Marek Nõmmik, prompting varied reactions from the public on social media.

Feb 11 • 10:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Labor Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou Rules Out Using "Phone Calls" to Track Social Fraud

Labor Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou emphasizes that the biggest social fraudsters are not individuals, but rather a small number of companies failing to pay their contributions.

Feb 11 • 09:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Fight Against Social Fraud: They Milk the State Multiple Times

The article discusses the rampant social fraud perpetrated by unscrupulous intermediaries exploiting the state and impoverished migrants in Germany, calling for an end to these practices to maintain social peace.

Feb 10 • 10:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police arraign man over N1.6m, $5,000 fraud

A man, Essien Akpama, has been arraigned in Lagos for fraud involving identity theft and impersonation through social media platforms.

Feb 9 • 22:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Doctor loses over R$ 113,000 after believing he was chatting with his daughter on the cell phone and falling for a scam

A 75-year-old doctor lost more than R$ 113,000 after falling victim to a scam while thinking he was communicating with his daughter via cell phone.

Feb 9 • 19:08 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Employee at the Social Insurance Agency in Östersund reported for fraud

An employee at the Social Insurance Agency in Östersund has been reported for fraud after it was discovered that they acted as a personal assistant to their child during logged work hours on approximately 100 occasions.

Feb 9 • 15:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Warning from Singer Vytautas Šiškauskas: Urges to Stay Alert

Famous Lithuanian singer Vytautas Šiškauskas warns the public about fraudulent accounts created in his name that are soliciting money and promoting fake concert tickets.

Feb 9 • 12:10 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Municipal special units reveal social fraud and overpayments of 500 million kroner

Municipal special units in Denmark have uncovered social fraud and erroneous payments totaling 500 million kroner in various cases of deception related to social benefits.

Feb 8 • 20:06 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Received sick pay while working - sentenced

A man in Sweden has been sentenced for fraudulently receiving sick pay while he was actually working, resulting in a fine of 10,800 kronor.

Feb 8 • 16:27 UTC

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