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IRS Tax Refund Scams Spike: What To Watch For
The IRS is warning taxpayers about a surge in refund scams just as the Tax Day filing deadline arrived on Wednesday, April 15.
Scammers are using phishing emails, fake websites, and social media schemes to steal personal information, Social Security numbers, and bank account details.
One common scam involves phishing messages claiming to be from the IRS or a "tax agent." These messages promise unusually high refunds, such as $1,400 weekly payments or a $38,700 lump sum, and direct victims to fake IRS websites that look legitimate.
Once there, taxpayers are asked to provide sens…
Woman Dies After Phone Charger Explodes, Sparking Massive Recall
Nearly 430,000 wireless phone chargers are being recalled again after reports of fires, explosions, and a death linked to the devices.
The recall affects about 429,200 Casely Power Pods 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless power banks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission just announced. The portable chargers were previously recalled in April 2025.
Casely has received 28 new reports of the lithium-ion batteries overheating, expanding, or catching fire. The Brooklyn, New York, importer reported 51 similar incidents during the first recall, including six minor burn injuries.
In August 20…
