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Barnes & Noble Makes Long-Awaited Maryland Comeback With New Store In Familiar Location Barnes & Noble Makes Long-Awaited Maryland Comeback With New Store In Familiar Location Barnes & Noble Makes Long-Awaited Maryland Comeback With New Store In Familiar Location
Barnes & Noble Makes Long-Awaited Maryland Comeback With New Store In Familiar Location A familiar name is making a comeback in Maryland, bringing books back to a storefront that once housed another major bookseller. Barnes & Noble is celebrating its return to Baltimore County on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with the grand opening of a new 17,500-square-foot bookstore at Lutherville Station in Timonium, nearly a decade after closing its popular Towson location. The new store at 130 W. Ridgely Road occupies the former RH Outlet space next to Old Navy, but longtime shoppers may remember it for something else: It was once home to a Borders bookstore. Now, the space is coming full cir…

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Rabid Raccoon Sparks Health Warning In Maryland After Testing Positive Near Homes A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Maryland, prompting a warning from health officials for anyone who may have come into contact with the infected animal. The Charles County Department of Health confirmed that the raccoon tested positive on Tuesday, Nov. 10, in the area of Poplar Hill Road and Breconridge Drive in Waldorf. Health officials are urging anyone who recently had contact with a raccoon in that area, or whose pet may have encountered one, to contact the department immediately at 301-609-6768. Rabies is a potentially fatal viral disease that can spread to humans and anima…

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Look Up: Police Drones Are Coming To Busy Maryland Shopping District Just In Time For Holidays Look Up: Police Drones Are Coming To Busy Maryland Shopping District Just In Time For Holidays Look Up: Police Drones Are Coming To Busy Maryland Shopping District Just In Time For Holidays
Look Up: Police Drones Are Coming To Busy Maryland Shopping District Just In Time For Holidays Shoppers in one Maryland community may soon notice something unusual flying overhead as police prepare to deploy a new crime-fighting tool just in time for the holiday rush. The Anne Arundel County Police Department will launch a drone pilot program on Wednesday, Nov. 11, providing aerial support around Waugh Chapel Towne Centre, the Route 3 commercial corridor, and nearby neighborhoods in Gambrills, Odenton, and Crofton. The compact, unmanned aircraft will operate from an automated docking station near Evergreen Road and Waugh Chapel Way, where it can launch in response to emergency calls …

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From Valedictorian To ICE Custody: PG County Teen's College Dreams Face An Uncertain Future From Valedictorian To ICE Custody: PG County Teen's College Dreams Face An Uncertain Future From Valedictorian To ICE Custody: PG County Teen's College Dreams Face An Uncertain Future
From Valedictorian To ICE Custody: PG County Teen's College Dreams Face An Uncertain Future A Maryland teenager who graduated at the top of her high school class and earned a full scholarship to college is now facing a future far different from the one she spent years working toward. Maria Flores Garcia, 19, was detained alongside her mother during a scheduled immigration check-in in Baltimore before both were transferred to an ICE facility in Louisiana, according to loved ones. Flores Garcia, the 2026 valedictorian at Parkdale High School in Prince George’s County, is now a freshman at the University of Maryland, pursuing a future in public health. Her boyfriend, Cesar Saavedra,…

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Nearly 7 Weeks Later, Driver Who Killed Maryland Woman In Hit-Run Still On The Loose: Police Nearly 7 Weeks Later, Driver Who Killed Maryland Woman In Hit-Run Still On The Loose: Police Nearly 7 Weeks Later, Driver Who Killed Maryland Woman In Hit-Run Still On The Loose: Police
Nearly 7 Weeks Later, Driver Who Killed Maryland Woman In Hit-Run Still On The Loose: Police Nearly seven weeks after a Maryland woman was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver, police are renewing their search for the person responsible, circulating surveillance images and offering a cash reward for information. Melissa Nocho, 64, died on Wednesday, Sept. 30, six days after she was struck by a black Hyundai Elantra in Baltimore County, according to police. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Baltimore County Police Department renewed its appeal for information, sharing images of the suspected vehicle and a person investigators are attempting to identify. #BCoPD REISTERSTOWN ROAD HI…

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MD's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List MD's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List MD's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List
MD's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List Thousands of nursing homes across the Northeast have been evaluated in new national ratings highlighting the best facilities for rehabilitation and long-term care. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes ratings on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The annual list evaluated more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities in all 50 states and Washington, DC. The study evaluated nursing homes using 17 quality measures in each care category, including staffing levels, hospital readmissions, patient safety, and clinical outcomes. U.S. News rated 2,236 facilities across the Northeast.…

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From Chicken Necks To Ashes: Maryland Crabber's Livelihood Goes Up In Flames From Chicken Necks To Ashes: Maryland Crabber's Livelihood Goes Up In Flames From Chicken Necks To Ashes: Maryland Crabber's Livelihood Goes Up In Flames
From Chicken Necks To Ashes: Maryland Crabber's Livelihood Goes Up In Flames A Maryland crabber caught fire trying to save the boat that kept his family afloat, only to watch a decade of hard work go up in smoke. Scott Kolodziejski, who runs Pasadena-based Family's Crustacean Station with his wife, Candice Knight, was aboard the vessel when the fire broke out on Wednesday, Nov. 4, leaving the couple without the boat or equipment they relied on to support their children. According to Kolodziejski, he was on the boat when the flames erupted, forcing him to extinguish the fire on his own body before turning his attention to the burning vessel. He went through two fire…

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Maryland Police Search For Missing Man Who May Have Been Wearing Only Towel (DEVELOPING) Maryland Police Search For Missing Man Who May Have Been Wearing Only Towel (DEVELOPING) Maryland Police Search For Missing Man Who May Have Been Wearing Only Towel (DEVELOPING)
Maryland Police Search For Missing Man Who May Have Been Wearing Only Towel (Developing) Police in Maryland are asking for the public's help locating a missing 37-year-old man who may have been wearing nothing but a towel when he was last seen. Darrin Dwight Williams Jr. was reported missing in Greenbelt, where police issued a critical missing person alert on Sunday, Nov. 8, citing concerns about his mental health. According to the Greenbelt Police Department, Williams was last seen in the 6100 block of Springhill Terrace, though investigators did not specify when he disappeared. Police said Williams has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia and is currently u…

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Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Maryland Residents To Rabies: Officials Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Maryland Residents To Rabies: Officials Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Maryland Residents To Rabies: Officials
Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Maryland Residents To Rabies: Officials A seemingly harmless encounter with a friendly stray cat in Maryland may have carried a deadly risk, health officials are warning. The cat, which officials say had bright green eyes, tested positive for rabies, and now health officials are urging anyone who may have come into contact with the feline to come forward. The stray, described as a small adult male with black fur and scattered white hairs, was found near Coppermine and Whiskey Springs roads in the Woodsboro area of Frederick County, health officials announced on Friday, Nov. 6. What makes the warning particularly concerning is th…

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Firefighter Hospitalized As Virginia House Fire Leaves Behind Nearly $600K In Damage (PHOTOS) Firefighter Hospitalized As Virginia House Fire Leaves Behind Nearly $600K In Damage (PHOTOS) Firefighter Hospitalized As Virginia House Fire Leaves Behind Nearly $600K In Damage (PHOTOS)
Firefighter Hospitalized As Virginia House Fire Leaves Behind Nearly $600K In Damage (Photos) A Virginia firefighter was hospitalized battling a house fire on Tuesday that left behind nearly $600,000 in damage and a family without a home. The fire broke out around 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 10 on East Meadowland Lane in Sterling, prompting a multi-agency response, according to Loudoun County Fire and Rescue officials. Arriving crews found heavy smoke and flames tearing through the two-story home, as firefighters attacked the blaze from outside before moving inside once the flames were under control. The fire in Sterling. Loudoun County Fire and Rescue The firefighter was taken to an…

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Burglar Hits Wrong Note After Breaking Into DC Elementary School To Steal Violins: Police Burglar Hits Wrong Note After Breaking Into DC Elementary School To Steal Violins: Police Burglar Hits Wrong Note After Breaking Into DC Elementary School To Steal Violins: Police
Burglar Hits Wrong Note After Breaking Into DC Elementary School To Steal Violins: Police A burglar broke into a DC elementary school in the middle of the night, damaged property to reach a classroom, and made off with violins, police say. The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying the suspect, who was caught on surveillance cameras during the break-in at John Burroughs Elementary School in Northeast DC. The burglary happened at approximately 1:18 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, at the school in the 1900 block of Newton Street NE, according to investigators. Police said the suspect damaged property to force their way into the building, then caused ad…

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Virginia E-Bike Rider Killed In Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver ID'd By Police (UPDATED) Virginia E-Bike Rider Killed In Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver ID'd By Police (UPDATED) Virginia E-Bike Rider Killed In Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver ID'd By Police (UPDATED)
Virginia E-Bike Rider Killed In Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver ID'd By Police (Updated) A Virginia man killed while riding an electric bicycle in an overnight crash involving a pickup truck driven by a suspected drunk driver has been identified, authorities announced. Orlando Castaneda Henriquez, 38, of Leesburg, was identified as the victim of the fatal crash on Wednesday, Nov. 11, according to the Leesburg Police Department. Henriquez was riding an e-bike shortly after midnight on Tuesday, Nov. 10, when he was involved in a collision with a pickup truck near the intersection of East Market Street and Prosperity Avenue. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 12:06 …

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PG County House Fire Sends Flames Shooting Through Roof, Displaces Six: (PHOTOS) PG County House Fire Sends Flames Shooting Through Roof, Displaces Six: (PHOTOS) PG County House Fire Sends Flames Shooting Through Roof, Displaces Six: (PHOTOS)
PG County House Fire Sends Flames Shooting Through Roof, Displaces Six: (Photos) Flames lit up the night sky as a raging fire tore through a Maryland home, sending thick smoke pouring from the roof. Six people, including a child, were displaced by the blaze, which broke out in the 2500 block of Red Cedar Drive in Woodmore at approximately 7:17 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, according to the Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department. Firefighters arrived to find flames shooting through the roof of the two-story, single-family home, prompting crews to battle the blaze as it spread through the structure. Photos shared by the department show towering flames engulfing a portion…

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Two Inmates Eyed As Suspects After Prisoner Dies Inside Maryland Max-Security Prison (UPDATED) Two Inmates Eyed As Suspects After Prisoner Dies Inside Maryland Max-Security Prison (UPDATED) Two Inmates Eyed As Suspects After Prisoner Dies Inside Maryland Max-Security Prison (UPDATED)
Two Inmates Eyed As Suspects After Prisoner Dies Inside Maryland Max-Security Prison (Updated) Two inmates have been identified as suspects in the death of a fellow prisoner at a Maryland correctional facility, prompting a State Police investigation late Monday night. The inmate was pronounced dead by emergency medical services personnel at North Branch Correctional Institution in Cumberland, according to Maryland State Police on Tuesday, Nov. 10. His identity is being withheld pending notification of his next of kin. Neither suspect has been charged or publicly identified. Shortly before midnight on Monday, Nov. 9, the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit was contacted by investiga…

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Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try
Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Krispy Kreme is serving up several new seasonal doughnuts to sweeten up Thanksgiving. The doughnut chain unveiled its limited-time Thanksgiving Collection in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The treats will debut at participating shops nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 12, and remain available through Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 26. The collection features three brand-new doughnuts and one returning favorite, which Krispy Kreme says can be alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving desserts. "Thanksgiving is one of the biggest sharing moments of the year, and sharing is what Kris…

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Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle
Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota is bringing back its Scion brand after a decade off the market with a tiny new pickup truck. The Japanese automaker announced Scion's return in a news release on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Toyota unveiled a compact utility truck called the KEI-01, which will be manufactured in Indiana starting in the second half of 2027. The truck is based on Japan's popular "kei" vehicles, which are much smaller than traditional American pickups. At just over 11 feet long and less than five feet wide, the KEI-01 will be smaller than a modern Mini Cooper, Road & Track reported. Despite its small siz…

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Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales
Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales A popular children's clothing retailer with hundreds of stores nationwide has filed for bankruptcy as it struggles with declining sales and growing debt. The Children's Place announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a news release on Sunday, Nov. 8. The Secaucus, New Jersey-based company is seeking a buyer for nearly all its assets while trying to keep its business operating. The retailer operates 514 stores across North America under its brands The Children's Place and Gymboree. It has more than 140 locations across the Northeast. All stores and online shopping sites remain open…

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Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders
Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Nearly 3.7 million ladders are being recalled after they collapsed suddenly, causing traumatic brain injuries and skull fractures. Little Giant Ladder Systems issued the recall for about 3,662,000 ladders equipped with Rapid Locks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 5. The recall affects 11 models with black or orange locking mechanisms used to adjust the ladders' height. The ladders can suddenly retract if the locks aren't fully engaged, creating a fall hazard. There have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, causing 19 injuries, according to the CPSC. Three re…

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Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras
Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras More than 635,000 Honda and Acura vehicles are being recalled because a software problem can cause drivers to suddenly lose power steering assistance. American Honda Motor Co. issued the recall for 635,808 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, Oct. 29. The recall affects certain 2021 through 2025 Acura TLX, 2022 through 2024 Acura MDX, and 2023 through 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The issue involves an error in the electric power steering software that can cause the system to shut off power steering assistance under certain driving co…

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Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try
Popular Thanksgiving Desserts Inspire Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: When To Try Krispy Kreme is serving up several new seasonal doughnuts to sweeten up Thanksgiving. The doughnut chain unveiled its limited-time Thanksgiving Collection in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The treats will debut at participating shops nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 12, and remain available through Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 26. The collection features three brand-new doughnuts and one returning favorite, which Krispy Kreme says can be alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving desserts. "Thanksgiving is one of the biggest sharing moments of the year, and sharing is what Kris…

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Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle
Toyota Revives Scion Brand After 10 Years With Surprising New Vehicle Toyota is bringing back its Scion brand after a decade off the market with a tiny new pickup truck. The Japanese automaker announced Scion's return in a news release on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Toyota unveiled a compact utility truck called the KEI-01, which will be manufactured in Indiana starting in the second half of 2027. The truck is based on Japan's popular "kei" vehicles, which are much smaller than traditional American pickups. At just over 11 feet long and less than five feet wide, the KEI-01 will be smaller than a modern Mini Cooper, Road & Track reported. Despite its small siz…

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Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales
Children's Clothing Chain With MD Stores Files For Bankruptcy Amid Falling Sales A popular children's clothing retailer with hundreds of stores nationwide has filed for bankruptcy as it struggles with declining sales and growing debt. The Children's Place announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a news release on Sunday, Nov. 8. The Secaucus, New Jersey-based company is seeking a buyer for nearly all its assets while trying to keep its business operating. The retailer operates 514 stores across North America under its brands The Children's Place and Gymboree. It has more than 140 locations across the Northeast. All stores and online shopping sites remain open…

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Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders
Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Nearly 3.7 million ladders are being recalled after they collapsed suddenly, causing traumatic brain injuries and skull fractures. Little Giant Ladder Systems issued the recall for about 3,662,000 ladders equipped with Rapid Locks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 5. The recall affects 11 models with black or orange locking mechanisms used to adjust the ladders' height. The ladders can suddenly retract if the locks aren't fully engaged, creating a fall hazard. There have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, causing 19 injuries, according to the CPSC. Three re…

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Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras
Dangerous Steering Problem Prompts Massive Recall Of 635K Hondas, Acuras More than 635,000 Honda and Acura vehicles are being recalled because a software problem can cause drivers to suddenly lose power steering assistance. American Honda Motor Co. issued the recall for 635,808 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, Oct. 29. The recall affects certain 2021 through 2025 Acura TLX, 2022 through 2024 Acura MDX, and 2023 through 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The issue involves an error in the electric power steering software that can cause the system to shut off power steering assistance under certain driving co…

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Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia
Senior US Army Officer Entrusted With Sensitive Info Accused Of Spying For Russia A senior US Army soldier entrusted with sensitive information is now suspected of spying for Russia, triggering an investigation involving British authorities, the US military, and the FBI. The 41-year-old man was arrested near Gloucester, England, on Tuesday, Nov. 10, according to the Metropolitan Police. Authorities have not released his name. He remained in custody at a London police station while investigators searched two locations in Gloucestershire, police said. The soldier was stationed at Imjin Barracks, which houses the headquarters of NATO’s Allied Rapid Reaction Corps, accordin…

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Hijack Alert Sent During United Flight: Passenger Arrested After Landing Hijack Alert Sent During United Flight: Passenger Arrested After Landing Hijack Alert Sent During United Flight: Passenger Arrested After Landing
Hijack Alert Sent During United Flight: Passenger Arrested After Landing United Airlines pilots transmitted a hijack alert after a passenger allegedly tried to storm the cockpit, setting off a security response aboard a flight from New Jersey. Flight 2174 from Newark Liberty International Airport landed safely at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around 11:10 p.m. local time Monday, Nov. 9, after its crew reported a passenger disturbance, the Federal Aviation Administration said. The agency is investigating. The passenger allegedly claimed his backpack contained a bomb and attempted to enter the flight deck, according to Simple Flying, citing aut…

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Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking
Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday bargains can come with a hidden cost, and scammers are counting on the seasonal rush to keep shoppers from looking closely. The FBI and Better Business Bureau warn that fraudulent offers, urgent messages, and convincing impersonators can put money and personal information at risk. The FBI says non-payment and non-delivery scams caused more than $503 million in reported losses in 2025. Those figures cover the full year, not just holiday shopping. In non-delivery scams, buyers pay for merchandise that never arrives. Non-payment scams target sellers who ship goods but never receive pa…

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Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button
Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button A familiar iPhone button could disappear from future models, potentially changing how users access some everyday shortcuts. Multiple reports suggest Apple is considering removing the standalone Action Button from new iPhones starting in the second half of 2027.  The coverage traces back to a claim from Weibo tipster Instant Digital, rather than an announcement from Apple. The proposed change would move the Action Button’s customizable functions into Camera Control, according to MacDailyNews. A single press would open the Camera app. Pressing and holding would trigger the user-assigne…

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Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners
Love Meets Money: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Some money matters never make it into the conversation, even between people who share their lives. A new survey reveals which financial secrets Americans are keeping quiet. A Talker Research survey of 2,000 Americans found that 59 percent reported keeping a financial secret from others. TD Bank US commissioned the study. A bad credit score topped the list at 21 percent, followed by significant credit card debt at 16 percent. The findings cover secrets hidden from others generally, while 11 percent specifically reported a bank account their partner did not know about. Meanwhile, 30 percent …

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