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New WhatsApp scam: No, Sophie doesn't really need your help

A new phishing scam is circulating on WhatsApp featuring messages claiming to be from a friend's daughter asking for urgent help. Authorities warn that these fraudulent messages are becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish from genuine ones.

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If you receive an unexpected WhatsApp message from someone claiming to be a friend's child asking for financial help, do not send money or share personal details without verifying their identity through another channel.

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Psychologist vouchers: Ministry denies payment delays

The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport states that all psychologist invoices submitted within the 90-day payment window are being paid, claiming that reported delays are due to consultations performed without a valid voucher. The Ministry also announced that automation improvements to the platform supporting the 'Cuida-te' program—which provides free psychological and nutritional consultations for youth aged 12 to 35—will be completed in the coming days to address voucher issuance delays.

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Medical Association warns that emergency room response cannot compromise inpatient care

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Sintra requests measures from Volta waste management to prevent destruction of containers

The Sintra City Council has written to the management of Volta, the entity responsible for waste collection, requesting increased surveillance in affected areas or the implementation of anti-vandalism measures for waste containers.

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