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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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Various organizations in Chicago will provide free food to support vulnerable individuals during the last week of February 2026.

Numerologist Verónica Asad, known as Pitty, is under judicial investigation for allegedly exploiting vulnerable individuals for personal gain, following a ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice in Argentina.

Ghislaine Maxwell's upbringing in a luxurious environment and her connections to powerful figures are contrasted with the recent trial that exposed her role in facilitating Jeffrey Epstein's exploitation of vulnerable individuals.

Proposed amendments aim to ensure that state-provided legal assistance in constitutional court processes is available at the initial stages of complaint preparation, enhancing accessibility for socially vulnerable individuals.

Former Wagner operatives are reportedly aiding Russia in recruiting financially vulnerable individuals in Europe to carry out sabotage and violent acts, according to Western intelligence officials.

Officials in Zlín are attempting to sell a dilapidated property, which a real estate agency is marketing as a valuable investment opportunity, raising concerns about the treatment of vulnerable individuals involved.

Health experts recommend that vulnerable individuals consider wearing face masks to protect against respiratory illnesses as COVID-19 cases rise.

The UK government plans to ban vaping in cars with children, playgrounds, and outside schools to protect vulnerable individuals from second-hand smoke exposure.

A criminal network has been sending vulnerable individuals with cocaine from Spanish cities to Iceland, raising alarms at the Keflavík airport.

A 76-year-old woman with vascular dementia has been prosecuted for not insuring a car she can no longer drive, raising questions about the legal process concerning vulnerable individuals.

Calgary police have launched 'Operation Order' to tackle social disorder, drug offences, and connect vulnerable individuals with support services in downtown Calgary.

Residents of Portland have filed a lawsuit against ICE for the use of tear gas that has infiltrated their affordable housing complex, endangering the health of vulnerable individuals such as children and veterans.

The ANA Foundation, led by First Lady Lavinia Valbonesi, inaugurated the first ANA community dining room in Quito to provide daily lunches to vulnerable individuals.

A report highlights the struggles of disabled individuals, young people, and single parents in Iceland who are delaying medical care and medications due to financial constraints.

A new support framework is being implemented in Greece to protect vulnerable borrowers from loans in Swiss francs and those under the Katseli Law, with particular attention to disabled individuals.

Major municipalities in Greece are addressing potential homelessness by implementing social housing measures for economically vulnerable families and individuals in large cities.

A couple was arrested in Guarus on suspicion of raping and sexually exploiting their underage children.

The EU Commission preliminarily concludes that TikTok's design, including features like endless scrolling and personalized recommendations, violates EU digital regulations, potentially harming users' physical and mental health, especially children and vulnerable individuals.

Heavy rains in Muriaé, Brazil, have left 40 people homeless and impacted over 100 individuals in the region, prompting storm alerts and preventive evacuations of vulnerable residents.

A couple responsible for an orphanage and wanted by Interpol for alleged sexual crimes against vulnerable individuals was arrested in Matozinhos, in the Metropolitan Region of Belo Horizonte.

Chicago will provide free food supplies to vulnerable individuals during the first week of February, as part of the Greater Chicago Food Depository program.

The article discusses how atypical pneumonia can develop quietly, especially in vulnerable individuals, highlighting the importance of early recognition and medical assessment.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Safe Nigeria Initiative to empower 11,000 young individuals in an effort to combat national insecurity.

Brazil recorded over 83,000 cases of rape and sexual assault against vulnerable individuals in 2025, averaging 227 victims per day, equivalent to one rape every six minutes, although this marks an 11% decrease from previous years.

Various organizations in California will distribute free essential food items for vulnerable individuals during the first week of February 2026, without requiring an appointment.

In Poland, a 65-year-old man went missing during extreme cold weather and was later found frozen near his home, highlighting the dangers faced by vulnerable individuals during harsh winter conditions.

The Formació i Treball foundation, which assisted about 1,600 individuals in employment processes last year, highlights the crucial role of work contracts in aiding vulnerable populations, particularly migrants, to achieve autonomy.

The Madrid City Council renews its 'path to employment' program after successfully integrating 305 vulnerable individuals into the workforce.

Body positivity influencer Alex Light criticizes the misuse of Grok AI for digitally undressing users, particularly vulnerable individuals, describing it as both disturbing and predictable.

A woman who purchased suicide supplies from Miles Cross described how he targeted vulnerable individuals, and he has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for his actions.

A 67-year-old slumlord was sentenced to two years' probation and fined €20,000 for renting out a basement described as 'a rat hole' to vulnerable individuals in Marseille.

Thousands of Berliners have been left freezing in the dark for days due to a power outage caused by an arson attack, prompting police patrols and a review by the Senate over hotel cost coverage for vulnerable individuals.