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Ghost-Tapping Scam Could Lead To Full Bank Account Being Drained: What To Know Ghost-Tapping Scam Could Lead To Full Bank Account Being Drained: What To Know
Ghost-Tapping Scam Could Lead To Full Bank Account Being Drained: What To Know A barely noticeable charge showing up on your bank statement could be the first sign of a much bigger problem, one that can quietly spiral into serious financial loss. Consumers across the US are being warned about a so-called “ghost tapping” scam that begins with a small charge, often around $4, and can end with an entire bank account drained. The scheme targets customers of major banks, including Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo, according to reports by Fox News and The Sun. The scam typically starts with what appears to be a harmless, low-dollar transaction. Fraudsters use t…

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by Joe Lombardi
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USPS Shipping Rate Hikes About To Begin: See What's Changing USPS Shipping Rate Hikes About To Begin: See What's Changing
USPS Shipping Rate Hikes About To Begin: See What's Changing Sending many packages through the US Postal Service will cost more in a few days. USPS shipping rates are set to increase on Sunday, Jan. 18. The agency's governing board approved the proposal and filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission in mid-November 2025. Priority Mail rates will rise 6.6%, while Priority Mail Express will increase 5.1%. USPS Ground Advantage is set for a 7.8% hike, and Parcel Select prices will climb 6.0%. The increases apply only to shipping services. Mailing prices will remain unchanged, which means the cost of a First-Class stamp will stay the same n…

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by Chris Spiker
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Don’t Cash In: Unsolicited Checks Could Cost You Big Don’t Cash In: Unsolicited Checks Could Cost You Big
Don’t Cash In: Unsolicited Checks Could Cost You Big Receiving a check in the mail might seem like a stroke of luck, but experts warn it could be the start of a costly scam.  Authorities are alerting consumers about a surge in unsolicited check fraud schemes targeting people across the US. How The Scam Works Unsolicited check fraud typically begins when you receive a check from someone you don’t know.  The scammer may contact you about a job, a prize, or even as an overpayment for something you’re selling online.  The check looks genuine, and when you deposit it, the funds may appear in your account almost immediately. But …

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Frontier Airlines Expands As Spirit Fights For Survival: What To Know Frontier Airlines Expands As Spirit Fights For Survival: What To Know
Frontier Airlines Expands As Spirit Fights For Survival: What To Know Frontier Airlines is swooping into some of Spirit's biggest markets as Spirit executives warn that it may not survive another year. Frontier announced 20 new routes, including some to Baltimore and Philadelphia, in a news release on Tuesday, Aug. 26. The first flights for the Denver-based airline will launch in November, with more service rolling out through early 2026. The new service includes flights from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Houston (IAH), New Orleans, Fort Lauderdale, and Cancun, Mexico. Philadelphia International Airport (…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Don't Fall For It: Fraudsters Are Promising Paychecks, Gigs To Steal Info, Money Don't Fall For It: Fraudsters Are Promising Paychecks, Gigs To Steal Info, Money
Don't Fall For It: Fraudsters Are Promising Paychecks, Gigs To Steal Info, Money They promise dream jobs, fat paychecks, and easy work-from-home gigs. But instead of landing a position, job seekers are getting played. Recruitment scams are surging as fraudsters use increasingly sophisticated tactics to steal money and personal information from people hunting for work, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), job site FlexJobs and reporting from CBS News. The schemes vary, but the red flags are consistent: unverified recruiters reaching out on WhatsApp or Gmail, upfront requests for money, and vague but lucrative job offers requiring little to no experience. Som…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Don’t Answer If You Get This Call, FBI Says Don’t Answer If You Get This Call, FBI Says
Don’t Answer If You Get This Call, FBI Says If you get a call from someone claiming to be the FBI or another government agency and threatens arrest unless you pay up, hang up. Scammers across the country are impersonating federal authorities and spoofing legitimate government phone numbers in a rising wave of fraud, authorities say. Victims are being told they face immediate arrest unless they send money via prepaid gift cards, wire transfers, cash, or cryptocurrency. The threats are fake, but the financial losses are very real. Here’s how the scam works: Caller ID spoofing — Scammers manipulate phone numbers so it looks like the …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Phony Texts Threaten Drivers With Suspensions: Here's What To Know Phony Texts Threaten Drivers With Suspensions: Here's What To Know
Phony Texts Threaten Drivers With Suspensions: Here's What To Know There’s a scam targeting drivers through text messages pretending to be from the DMV. Cybercriminals who once claimed victims owed unpaid tolls are now pivoting to a new phishing attack, according to authorities. If you’ve received a text message warning that your driver’s license is about to be suspended due to unpaid tickets, stop and think before you click. It might be a scam. The FBI and other law enforcement agencies are alerting the public about a new wave of phishing scams — specifically “smishing,” or fraudulent text messages — that claim to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Red Robin May Close Dozens Of Struggling Restaurants: Here's What We Know Red Robin May Close Dozens Of Struggling Restaurants: Here's What We Know
Red Robin May Close Dozens Of Struggling Restaurants: Here's What We Know Red Robin may soon serve its last burgers and orders of bottomless steak fries at dozens of locations nationwide. Red Robin is considering closing up to 70 underperforming restaurants, the chain revealed in its latest earnings report. The announcement came after Red Robin posted a $77.5 million net loss in 2024. One restaurant already closed during the fourth quarter, the Colorado-based company said. "While financial results for 2024 fell well below our original expectations, we've made substantial improvements to the guest experience and believe we still have a significant …

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by Chris Spiker