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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

The fake psychologist, the 'humiliations' and the interns in distress: the insidious mechanism of control of a pseudo-therapist

Thirty-two individuals accuse Sonia S. of exploiting vulnerable individuals through seminars she led across France, highlighting issues of mental manipulation and cult-like behaviors.

Mar 20 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law prohibits offenders against women and children from taking public office in a city in RS

A new law in Esteio, Brazil, prohibits individuals convicted of violence against vulnerable groups from being appointed to public office.

Mar 20 • 13:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major warning issued as 'echo chamber' of false videos explodes on social media

A study reveals that a significant proportion of mental health and neurodivergence-related videos on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, contain inaccurate information, raising concerns about their potential harm to vulnerable individuals.

Mar 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The bandits who brought people to Ireland to sell drugs are going to court: charges have been filed against 33 individuals

A criminal case involving 33 individuals accused of trafficking vulnerable people for drug distribution in Ireland is set to go to trial.

Mar 19 • 12:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Human Rights Commission: Exclusion of ‘Oriental medicine doctor diagnosis’ in evaluation of transportation-vulnerable is discrimination

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has recommended correcting the discrimination against individuals by excluding diagnoses from Oriental medicine practitioners in the evaluation process for special transportation for vulnerable groups.

Mar 18 • 04:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Spring Plague is Here Again - Check If You Belong to a Risk Group

The onset of spring brings dual health hazards in Finland due to street dust and pollen, posing risks particularly to vulnerable individuals.

Mar 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The payment of the new Kela support is about to start - the director warns that it is far from social security

The upcoming Kela support payment is criticized as a cost-saving measure that disproportionately affects vulnerable groups, especially older unemployed individuals.

Mar 17 • 11:36 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Young people particularly vulnerable to cults post-COVID

The article discusses how young individuals are increasingly susceptible to cults following the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting personal stories and broader social impacts.

Mar 16 • 19:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

85 Billion Won Fraud Group Arrested for Abuse of Non-Face-to-Face Jeonse Loans... 88 People Indicted

A group of 88 individuals has been arrested for defrauding approximately 8.5 billion won through fraudulent jeonse loan agreements aimed at vulnerable housing groups in South Korea.

Mar 16 • 02:18 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"Well, I can hardly bear it. We have worked hard for this"

A significant reform to assist the most vulnerable and homeless individuals in Denmark was not passed before the parliamentary elections, with party leaders acknowledging the government's shortcomings in support.

Mar 15 • 13:10 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"There are residents who prostitute themselves by offering their bodies or giving blowjobs"

Residents at Kærshovedgård detention center in Denmark are reportedly being coerced into prostitution, as criminal elements have taken control and are abusing vulnerable individuals.

Mar 15 • 05:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

"Lie down and die". Refugees from Ukraine after the implementation of draconian regulations

New regulations effective March 5 limit access to public healthcare for Ukrainian refugees to only those who are employed and paying health insurance contributions, severely impacting vulnerable individuals.

Mar 13 • 16:37 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Municipality recruits third sector entities to manage 500 low-cost rental apartments

The municipality has launched a call for third sector entities to co-design and manage 500 public housing units for vulnerable individuals and families.

Mar 11 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Vulnerable people at risk as charity Wattle House loses federal funding

Wattle House, a charity in Perth, has lost its federal funding, impacting its ability to assist vulnerable individuals with food and financial aid.

Mar 8 • 21:07 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Why widows and divorced women are targets for retirement scams

Women who are widowed or divorced are particularly vulnerable to financial scams, as scammers often target individuals undergoing emotional or financial upheaval.

Mar 8 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Paraíba records an average of three cases of rape of vulnerable persons per day in 2025

In 2025, Paraíba registered an alarming average of three cases of rape of vulnerable individuals daily, leading to a total of 1,081 cases by year-end, reflecting a 20% increase from the previous year.

Mar 7 • 10:36 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Social cohesion is fragile, but Australia can rebuild it, Anne Aly says

Australia's Multicultural Affairs Minister, Anne Aly, emphasizes the importance of supporting individuals vulnerable to radicalization amid rising extremism concerns in the country.

Mar 7 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Drug dealer admits killing vulnerable former chef who slept beside dogs

A drug dealer has pleaded guilty to the murder of a former chef, Dimitrios Tsavdaris, who was found dead in a London flat after being subjected to violent abuse.

Mar 6 • 21:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Families with children prioritized for repatriation flight

The Finnish Foreign Minister announced that about 350 citizens registered for a repatriation flight from the Middle East, with priority given to families with children and vulnerable individuals due to limited seating.

Mar 6 • 14:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

G. NausÄ—da on evacuation from the Middle East: the priority is to help people return safely

Lithuanian President Gitanas NausÄ—da emphasized the government's commitment to safely evacuate vulnerable individuals from the Middle East amid ongoing tensions.

Mar 6 • 12:53 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kärt Pormeister: On Loan Scams and Legal Paradoxes

Kärt Pormeister discusses the plight of loan fraud victims who are left to repay debts they never intended to incur due to scams.

Mar 6 • 11:51 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

New York and Newark below zero: activating the 'Blue Code' due to the polar cold wave and reinforcing help for vulnerable people regardless of their immigration status

A new polar cold wave has prompted authorities in New York and Newark to activate the 'Blue Code' emergency protocol to protect vulnerable individuals from extreme temperatures.

Mar 5 • 16:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Foreign Ministry can only afford one flight from the Middle East

Finland's Foreign Ministry is planning a repatriation flight from the UAE, prioritizing families and vulnerable individuals, but currently can only afford one flight due to budget constraints.

Mar 5 • 14:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Sánchez Government rejects the expulsion of 86 unaccompanied migrant minors from Spain requested by Ayuso's Executive

The Sánchez Government in Spain has rejected a proposal from the Community of Madrid aimed at expelling 86 unaccompanied migrant minors, citing a commitment to fulfill its responsibilities towards these vulnerable individuals.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Repatriation from the UAE prioritizes vulnerable persons and families with children

Latvia's Foreign Ministry is arranging a repatriation flight from the UAE, prioritizing vulnerable individuals and families with children amid ongoing concerns about safety in the region.

Mar 4 • 12:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Return Action for Tourists from the Middle East Begins

The German government has initiated a return operation for tourists from the Middle East, focusing on repatriating vulnerable individuals amid rising regional tensions.

Mar 4 • 07:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Very long and exhausting": a first plane evacuating French citizens from the Middle East has landed in Paris

A first flight evacuating vulnerable French citizens from the Middle East landed in Paris early Wednesday morning, bringing families and individuals requiring medical assistance back home.

Mar 4 • 05:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kookmin Bank to Cut Delinquent Debts of Vulnerable Groups by Up to 90%

Kookmin Bank has announced a plan to reduce delinquent debts for vulnerable groups by up to 90%, affecting over 12,000 individuals.

Mar 3 • 06:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Group to empower vulnerable Nigerians with vocational skills in FCT, Kwara

A philanthropic initiative in Nigeria aims to empower 970 vulnerable individuals with vocational skills to promote economic independence.

Mar 2 • 18:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Margret Löf's Brother: 'Don't Send People Back to Their Torturers'

Margret Löf's brother advocates against deportation to dangerous countries, emphasizing the urgency of protecting vulnerable individuals.

Mar 2 • 13:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Girona City Council, in the hands of CUP, tightens the procedures to access the registry

The Girona City Council, led by CUP, has made it more difficult for vulnerable individuals to access the municipal registry, raising concerns about the infringement of their rights.

Mar 2 • 10:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where to Get Free Nutritious Food in Florida in March 2026: The Complete Map

Various organizations will be distributing free food across several cities in Florida to support vulnerable individuals in March 2026.

Mar 1 • 18:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Dutch city of Utrecht refuses to impose fines for sleeping on the street

Utrecht city council in the Netherlands has decided to stop imposing fines for street sleeping, acknowledging that such penalties exacerbate the situation of vulnerable individuals and criminalize poverty.

Feb 28 • 03:24 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Advocates fear people like Graham are caught in Australia's next Robodebt

Advocates express concern that a new algorithm for aged care funding in Australia may be prone to errors similar to those seen in the Robodebt scandal, affecting vulnerable individuals like Graham Crossan.

Feb 27 • 20:06 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
🇳🇴 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
🇱🇹 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
🇫🇮 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
🇧🇷 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
🇧🇷 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Defender offers free services this Wednesday (25) in DF

The Public Defender of the Federal District (DF) in Brazil is providing free services for vulnerable individuals in Brasília on Wednesday, from 8 am to 2 pm.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Distinguishing': what is the legal concept used by courts to acquit defendants of sexual crimes against vulnerable individuals

The article discusses the legal concept of 'distinguishing' as used by Brazilian courts in recent acquittals of defendants charged with sexual crimes against minors.

Feb 24 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What it Means for Psychology to Be Kind to Everyone but Not Have Close Friends

The article explores the phenomenon of individuals who are warm and helpful yet lack intimate friendships, suggesting that their kindness can create barriers to deeper connections due to a reluctance to be vulnerable.

Feb 23 • 20:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Courts Ignore STJ Understanding on Sexual Abuse of Vulnerable Persons

Brazilian courts have been disregarding a summary from the Superior Court of Justice regarding sexual abuse of vulnerable individuals, resulting in the acquittal of adult offenders.

Feb 23 • 18:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Beyond Unanimous Approval

The article reflects on the character Macabéa from Clarice Lispector's novel, examining her existential paralysis and the broader implications of violence faced by vulnerable individuals.

Feb 23 • 10:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ramadan: Ex-Osun gov’s son distributes food packs to 5,000 vulnerable

Femi Oyetola, the son of a former Osun state governor, distributed food packs to 5,000 vulnerable individuals to support them during Ramadan.

Feb 22 • 17:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piracicaba sent more people in vulnerable situations than it received from neighboring cities

Piracicaba provided more bus passes for vulnerable individuals to depart for neighboring cities than it received from them, amid allegations of misuse of public assistance resources.

Feb 22 • 10:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Reporter who acquitted accused of rape referred to the girl's union with the adult as 'young couple'

A Brazilian judge acquitted a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl, claiming that she was not vulnerable due to previous relationships with older individuals.

Feb 21 • 22:07 UTC

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