The Pulse Illawarra

The Pulse Illawarra

How elaborate backstories are fueling online scams

“It’s getting more and more common."

Jan 18, 2026
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~ By Associated Press

AP Photo/Jenny Kane

Melia & Co appears to be a small family-run business. The sweaters on its website feature a photo of a woman hand-knitting a Christmas design. The caption says…

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