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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

More children in residential care in Queensland than in other states, inquiry told

A Queensland inquiry has revealed that the state has a significantly higher number of children in residential care compared to other Australian states, examining the reasons behind this trend.

Feb 26 • 22:33 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Blind refugee dies after detention by US border agents

A blind refugee from Myanmar, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, has been found dead after being released by US Border Patrol agents, raising concerns about their handling of vulnerable individuals.

Feb 26 • 21:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Sánchez has already accumulated more than half of the decrees rejected in Congress during this legislature

Pedro Sánchez's government faces significant setbacks as the Congress once again rejects crucial social protection measures intended to support vulnerable populations.

Feb 26 • 21:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest suspect of rape of a vulnerable person and child pornography in SP

A man accused of raping a vulnerable person and producing child pornography has been arrested by the Federal Police in Itariri, São Paulo.

Feb 26 • 21:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Suspects of recruiting teenagers are arrested in operation against sexual exploitation in the interior of SP

Two men have been arrested in Palmital, SP, during an operation aimed at combating the sexual exploitation of minors following reports of recruitment involving a vulnerable 12-year-old girl.

Feb 26 • 20:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project to prohibit noisy fireworks in SC proposes fines and product seizures; understand

The Brazilian Legislative Assembly of Santa Catarina has approved a bill to ban the sale and use of fireworks that produce loud noise, targeting the negative effects on vulnerable groups.

Feb 26 • 19:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Junts once again sinks the PSOE in the mud

The political party Junts has collaborated with opposition parties to defeat a decree aimed at protecting vulnerable families, further complicating the situation for the PSOE government led by Pedro Sánchez.

Feb 26 • 18:49 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

35-year-old sentenced to custody for serious human trafficking

A 35-year-old has been sentenced to custody for serious human trafficking and sexual abuse involving vulnerable victims, including individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Feb 26 • 17:51 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

AO: Taxi driver charged with sexual relations with vulnerable woman

A taxi driver has been charged with sexual misconduct against a vulnerable woman in Oslo after previously being suspected of a similar offense.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Approval of EU funding for abortion for vulnerable women

The European Commission has approved the use of EU funds to provide abortions for women in vulnerable situations, particularly in countries where access to abortion is severely restricted.

Feb 26 • 16:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The police issue an important request: such services are not expected from residents every day

Lithuania's police are urging residents to help disseminate information to uncover potential scams targeting vulnerable individuals.

Feb 26 • 15:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Councilors are dismissed for failing to investigate a report of vulnerable rape in Amparo

Two councilors in Amparo, Brazil, were dismissed for neglecting to investigate a report of vulnerable rape, which led to a formal investigation and subsequent actions by local authorities.

Feb 26 • 15:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

EU Commission: EU funding can be used to support abortion rights

The EU Commission has announced that member states can voluntarily use EU funds to support abortion rights for vulnerable women.

Feb 26 • 15:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Child killer Ian Huntley will be vulnerable to another attack if he survives

Child killer Ian Huntley, serving a life sentence, faces increased vulnerability to attacks by fellow inmates after being injured in a prison assault.

Feb 26 • 15:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

PP, Vox and Junts dismantle social shield by linking eviction protection with squatting

The PP, Vox, and Junts parties have rejected measures aimed at protecting vulnerable families from evictions, arguing that they wrongly equate eviction protection with support for squatting.

Feb 26 • 14:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Our country remains vulnerable to rainfall events

Ecuador is inadequately prepared for the current rainy season, leading to significant challenges and highlighting the lack of effective government response and prevention plans.

Feb 26 • 13:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Elderly man sentenced to 12 years for assaulting a vulnerable person is arrested on the coast of Piauí

A 60-year-old man was arrested in Parnaíba, Piauí, after being sentenced to 12 years for the crime of sexual assault against a vulnerable person.

Feb 26 • 13:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily Summary #1876: Justice in MG acquitted 41 defendants for vulnerable rape in 4 years; Heavy rain returns to the Zona da Mata in Minas Gerais; Iran and the USA have a decisive meeting regarding the nuclear agreement

A summary covering judicial acquittals, severe weather conditions, and international diplomatic negotiations.

Feb 26 • 11:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

The sentence received by the Vastaamo data breach perpetrator Julius Kivimäki, 28

The Helsinki Court of Appeal has sentenced Julius Aleksanteri Kivimäki to 6 years and 11 months in prison for his role in a serious data breach that affected vulnerable individuals.

Feb 26 • 08:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

This is the sentence Aleksanteri Kivimäki received

The Helsinki Court of Appeal has sentenced Aleksanteri Kivimäki to six years and eleven months in prison for a highly premeditated crime with numerous victims.

Feb 26 • 08:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Twelve Superfoods with Vitamin C: Strengthen Immunity, Protect Against Viruses

The article highlights the importance of Vitamin C-rich foods in strengthening the immune system during winter when it is most vulnerable to seasonal illnesses.

Feb 26 • 07:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Half of Residents in Medical Vulnerable Areas Take Over an Hour to Reach Hospitals for Severe Illnesses... Medical Innovation Committee Finalizes Agendas such as Strengthening Essential Healthcare

A recent survey reveals that half of the residents in medically vulnerable areas take over an hour to reach hospitals for serious illnesses, prompting the government to address healthcare disparities.

Feb 26 • 06:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

TJ-MG used 'distinguishing' to acquit at least 41 defendants for sexual abuse of vulnerable individuals in 4 years

The Tribunal de Justiça de Minas Gerais has acquitted over 40 defendants of severe sexual crimes by applying the legal principle of 'distinguishing' between cases.

Feb 26 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senate approves bill that ends the relativization of rape of vulnerable individuals

The Brazilian Senate has approved a bill to amend the Penal Code, ensuring that penalties for the rape of vulnerable individuals will be applied regardless of the victim's sexual experience or resulting pregnancy.

Feb 25 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Suspect of recruiting vulnerable individuals to sell drugs in exchange for food and shelter is arrested in Paraná

A 56-year-old man was arrested in Paraná for allegedly recruiting vulnerable individuals to sell drugs in exchange for food and shelter during a police operation.

Feb 25 • 21:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Romeo and Juliet' Exception Cited in Ruling, but Does Not Apply to Vulnerable Rape Case in MG

A Brazilian court initially absolved a man accused of statutory rape after citing a perceived 'Romeo and Juliet' exception involving a relationship with a 12-year-old girl, but the ruling was later overturned following public outrage.

Feb 25 • 18:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man sentenced to over 10 years in prison for sexual assault of a vulnerable person in Cabo Frio

A man has been sentenced to over 10 years for sexual assault in Cabo Frio and was arrested after being fugitive since 2018.

Feb 25 • 17:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Tech Enthusiast Accidentally Gained Access to Thousands of Robot Vacuums with a PlayStation Controller

A tech enthusiast developed an application to control his personal DJI robot vacuum using a PlayStation controller, inadvertently exposing a serious security flaw that left thousands of devices vulnerable.

Feb 25 • 14:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Petrobras and IFPE offer free courses with scholarships of up to R$ 858 in Caruaru; see who can participate

Petrobras and the Federal Institute of Pernambuco are offering free vocational training courses in Caruaru with scholarships available for economically vulnerable candidates.

Feb 25 • 13:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Devon defence lawyer who abused vulnerable clients jailed for 13 years

A former defence lawyer in Devon has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for sexually abusing vulnerable clients over a nearly 30-year period.

Feb 25 • 13:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

'Monster' Solicitor Left Clients with 'Nightmares' After What Happened in Cells

A retired solicitor in the UK has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for sexually abusing vulnerable clients during legal consultations and at police stations.

Feb 25 • 12:40 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government stops reports summarizing child welfare network deaths

The Ford government in Ontario has ceased compiling data on child deaths related to the welfare system, affecting transparency regarding the care of vulnerable children.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Having your own business is the biggest dream of the periphery for 2026, says research

A recent survey reveals that owning a business is the top aspiration among residents of vulnerable communities in Brazil for 2026.

Feb 25 • 10:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kaduna ex-lawmaker distributes 10,000 bags of rice for Ramadan, Lent

Former House of Representatives member Shehu Bawa distributed over 10,000 bags of rice and grains to vulnerable residents in Kaduna State to alleviate economic hardships during Ramadan and Lent.

Feb 25 • 09:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

US Congress pushes Nigeria pact to combat terror, religious persecution

The US Congress has advocated for a bilateral agreement with Nigeria to address religious persecution and terrorism, particularly targeting vulnerable Christian communities.

Feb 25 • 07:22 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Beautician Name, Sex Racket Work... Amreen and Afreen's Clients from Ahmedabad to Bengaluru

Two sisters in Bhopal, Amreen and Afreen, have been arrested for running a sex trafficking ring targeting vulnerable girls.

Feb 25 • 04:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Baz Luhrmann returns to Elvis Presley but this time the king speaks: 'I have come to know that vulnerable and empathetic man'

Baz Luhrmann's new film 'EPiC' presents unseen footage and explores the more vulnerable side of Elvis Presley during his iconic Las Vegas concerts in 1970.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeonggi Province to Provide Legal Support for Vulnerable Immigrant Groups Blocked by Language and Information Barriers

Gyeonggi Province is launching a public legal support initiative for vulnerable immigrant communities and recruiting approximately 20 lawyers to assist.

Feb 25 • 01:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP appeals the decision of the TJ-MG that acquitted a man convicted of sexual abuse of a vulnerable person; the victim was a 12-year-old girl

The Public Prosecutor's Office in Minas Gerais is appealing a court decision that acquitted a 35-year-old man accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl.

Feb 25 • 00:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily summary of JN: Storm leaves dozens dead in Minas Gerais; MP appeals the decision of TJMG that acquitted a person convicted of rape of a vulnerable child

A storm in the Zona da Mata of Minas Gerais has resulted in numerous fatalities and disappearances, complicating rescue efforts due to saturated ground, while the Public Ministry appeals against an acquittal in a child rape case.

Feb 25 • 00:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TJPI requires job reservations for women victims of violence, trans, and transgender individuals in third-party companies

The Piauí Court of Justice (TJPI) mandates that third-party companies reserve 5% of job vacancies for women in vulnerable situations, with specific allocations for domestic violence victims, transgender individuals, and others.

Feb 24 • 23:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Coronation Street's Debbie actress Sue Devaney unrecognisable with shaved head

Sue Devaney, known for her role as Debbie Webster on 'Coronation Street', has shaved her head, making her look drastically different from her character.

Feb 24 • 20:19 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Guayaquil identifies and marks 74 vulnerable sites to flooding and landslides

Guayaquil's municipality has identified 74 areas prone to flooding and landslides, implementing preventive measures with signage to inform the public.

Feb 24 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law that requires syndics to report suspected cases of domestic violence is approved in Rio Branco

The city council of Rio Branco unanimously approved a law mandating condominium managers to report suspected domestic violence cases against vulnerable groups.

Feb 24 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former football school coach from Sergipe arrested on suspicion of abuse of vulnerable persons

A former football school coach has been arrested in Uberaba, MG, on suspicions of abusing children and adolescents in Sergipe.

Feb 24 • 18:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO ⟩ Kersti Kaljulaid: four years ago we were all much more vulnerable

President Kersti Kaljulaid reflects on the progress made by Estonia since the start of the Ukraine war during the Republic’s 108th anniversary.

Feb 24 • 17:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nova Friburgo City Hall opens 62 slots for the city's social pre-university course

The City Hall of Nova Friburgo, Brazil, is offering 62 slots for a social pre-university course aimed at students from vulnerable socioeconomic backgrounds.

Feb 24 • 15:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Church and other voices from civil society warn about the paralysis of integration policies for popular neighborhoods

Church leaders and civil society representatives in Argentina have raised alarms about budget cuts and the standstill of programs designed for the integration of vulnerable neighborhoods.

Feb 24 • 15:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Care home rapist who attacked vulnerable residents with dementia jailed

Joshua Springer has been sentenced to 21 years for raping residents with dementia at a care home in Lincolnshire.

Feb 24 • 12:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

As domestic violence soars, feminist groups step up to provide safety net in wartorn Ukraine

In Ukraine, rising domestic violence amid the ongoing war has prompted feminist groups to strengthen their support systems for vulnerable populations.

Feb 24 • 09:01 UTC

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