Why would someone fake cancer? Inside the psychology of a lie that can destroy lives and cost millions

PerthNow - Nov 1, 2026

Across the world, people have been drawn into elaborate cancer deceptions.

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Explainer: How hard water affects your hair and skin – and what can help

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