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All Smiles: Conley, Lawler Pose Together As NY-17 Transition Begins After Hard-Fought Race All Smiles: Conley, Lawler Pose Together As NY-17 Transition Begins After Hard-Fought Race All Smiles: Conley, Lawler Pose Together As NY-17 Transition Begins After Hard-Fought Race
All Smiles: Conley, Lawler Pose Together As NY-17 Transition Begins After Hard-Fought Race Just over a week after the closely watched NY-17 race ended in Republican Rep. Mike Lawler's defeat, he and Democratic Congresswoman-elect Cait Conley have appeared to have put their political rivalry aside to prepare for a change in leadership.  Conley and Lawler both shared photos of themselves smiling alongside each other in social media posts on Wednesday, Nov. 11, following a meeting in Washington, DC, to discuss the transition of New York's 17th Congressional District office. The 17th District includes all of Rockland and Putnam counties, along with portions of Westchester an…

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PHOTOS: Huge Exposed Honey Bee Colony Outside NY Town Hall Faces Tough Winter PHOTOS: Huge Exposed Honey Bee Colony Outside NY Town Hall Faces Tough Winter PHOTOS: Huge Exposed Honey Bee Colony Outside NY Town Hall Faces Tough Winter
Photos: Huge Exposed Honey Bee Colony Outside NY Town Hall Faces Tough Winter A massive colony of honey bees has made itself at home high in a tree outside an Orange County town hall, creating an unusual exposed display of golden honeycomb — and local officials say the insects will face hardship as winter approaches.  The discovery was shared by the Town of Montgomery Parks and Recreation Department in Orange County in a social media post on Tuesday, Nov. 10, along with photos showing enormous sheets of honeycomb hanging from tree branches and thousands of bees gathered in a dark cluster.  Unlike most honey bee colonies, which build their hives inside hollo…

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$178M Development Bringing More Affordable Housing To Westchester Now Under Construction $178M Development Bringing More Affordable Housing To Westchester Now Under Construction $178M Development Bringing More Affordable Housing To Westchester Now Under Construction
$178M Development Bringing More Affordable Housing To Westchester Now Under Construction Construction has begun on a $178 million apartment complex in Westchester County that will bring nearly 300 new homes, retail space, and a public park close to a Metro-North train station.  The development, called North White Plains, is located at 20 Haarlem Ave. and features 296 apartments across two six-story buildings next to the North White Plains Metro-North station in White Plains, Gov. Kathy Hochul's office announced on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The project, being developed by BRP Companies, will include a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, with 30 units designated …

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$5.7M Real Estate Scam: Westchester Man Exploited Friends, Family To Fund Gambling, Feds Say $5.7M Real Estate Scam: Westchester Man Exploited Friends, Family To Fund Gambling, Feds Say $5.7M Real Estate Scam: Westchester Man Exploited Friends, Family To Fund Gambling, Feds Say
$5.7M Real Estate Scam: Westchester Man Exploited Friends, Family To Fund Gambling, Feds Say A Westchester County man is accused of swindling friends, family members, and longtime acquaintances out of more than $5.7 million by promising lucrative real estate investments, only to spend their money on gambling, personal expenses, and payments to other investors, federal prosecutors said.   Goldens Bridge resident Andrew Laub, 59, was arrested on Tuesday, Nov. 10, and charged with wire fraud in connection with the alleged scheme, according to the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York.   According to federal prosecutors, Laub carried out the fra…

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Japanese Retailer MUJI Opening First Hudson Valley Store Outside NYC In Westchester Japanese Retailer MUJI Opening First Hudson Valley Store Outside NYC In Westchester Japanese Retailer MUJI Opening First Hudson Valley Store Outside NYC In Westchester
Japanese Retailer Muji Opening First Hudson Valley Store Outside NYC In Westchester A Japanese retailer known for its minimalist clothing, home goods, and everyday essentials is expanding beyond New York City for the first time, with a new store soon opening in Westchester County.  MUJI will open its first New York State location outside the five boroughs at The Westchester shopping mall in White Plains on Saturday, Nov. 14, the company announced.  The new 7,877-square-foot store at 125 Westchester Ave. will offer a wide range of products, including men's and women's clothing, furniture, kitchenware, home storage items, and stationery.  Founded in Japan in …

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NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List
NY'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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NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why
NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the least wasteful in the US, according to a new study. Laundry detergent company HeySunday updated its "Most Wasteful States in America in 2026" rankings for November 2026. The study ranked all 50 states based on how much waste their landfills received per resident in 2022, using data from the Environmental Protection Agency, Census Bureau, and The Recycling Partnership. Connecticut ranked as the least wasteful state in the country, with its landfills receiving just 0.05 tons of waste per resident. The Constitution State's residential recycling …

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EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike
EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike Thanks to quick action from two EMTs, an injured bald eagle believed to have been hit by a vehicle in Orange County was brought to an animal hospital.  The incident happened in Newburgh, when Wallkill Volunteer Ambulance Corps EMTs Jessica Foster and Christopher Mancuso were returning from the hospital when they spotted the injured bird, the organization said on Monday, Nov. 9.  Rather than leaving the eagle behind, the pair worked with the Town of Newburgh Police Department to safely secure the bird and arrange transportation to a nearby animal hospital.  The eagl…

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Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open
Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open The nominations are in, the finalists have been chosen, and voting is NOW OPEN for Daily Voice's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards! From the neighborhood bagel shop that knows your order by heart to the hair salon that always gets your cut just right, Westchester County is full of businesses that deserve a little love. And this is your chance to show them just how much they mean to the community. Finalists are competing in 40 categories across Food & Drink, Self Care, Small Business, and Entertainment. Whether it's your favorite pizza place, a go-to gym, a trusted local tradesperson, or a m…

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Undefeated NY Football Team Barred From Section 9 Championship Over Adult Error Undefeated NY Football Team Barred From Section 9 Championship Over Adult Error Undefeated NY Football Team Barred From Section 9 Championship Over Adult Error
Undefeated NY Football Team Barred From Section 9 Championship Over Adult Error An undefeated Orange County high school football team is being blocked from playing in its championship game because of a mistake made by school officials, prompting an outcry from local leaders who say the players should not be punished for something beyond their control.  The Middletown Middie Bears, who completed their first undefeated regular season since 1961, are currently barred from advancing to the Section IX Class AA championship game on Saturday, Nov. 14, according to a letter sent to families by the Enlarged City School District of Middletown on Monday, Nov. 9. The decision…

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Viral Video Shows Blue-Haired Woman's Skateboard Attack On NYC Carriage Driver Viral Video Shows Blue-Haired Woman's Skateboard Attack On NYC Carriage Driver Viral Video Shows Blue-Haired Woman's Skateboard Attack On NYC Carriage Driver
Viral Video Shows Blue-Haired Woman's Skateboard Attack On NYC Carriage Driver A viral video shared by the Transport Workers Union shows a Philadelphia animal advocate attacking a horse-drawn carriage driver with her skateboard and punching another individual at the scene, the NYPD confirmed. Abigail Holbrook, 27, who also has ties to Ambler in Montgomery County, was arrested following the confrontation on Tuesday, Nov. 10, the NYPD said. Officers responded to a 911 call around 11:08 a.m. near West 59th Street and West Drive, where two 45-year-old men had been involved in a verbal dispute with Holbrook, police said. During the argument, Holbrook struck one man in the…

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ICE Arrests Owner Of 'P'Nut The Squirrel,' Viral Pet Decapitated By NY State Officials: Report ICE Arrests Owner Of 'P'Nut The Squirrel,' Viral Pet Decapitated By NY State Officials: Report ICE Arrests Owner Of 'P'Nut The Squirrel,' Viral Pet Decapitated By NY State Officials: Report
ICE Arrests Owner Of 'P'Nut The Squirrel,' Viral Pet Decapitated By NY State Officials: Report Daniela Bittner, the former owner of viral animal sensation “P’Nut the Squirrel,” is being held in ICE custody over what her husband called “a paperwork issue.” Daniela Bittner, a German native, and Mark Longo went viral in 2024 with their pet squirrel named “P’nut” — but then someone called New York state authorities, who decapitated P’nut for a rabies test. But now, Bittner has been locked up in immigration jails across the country for nearly a month, Longo told the New York Post on Wednesday, Nov. 11. “I really don’t have the words to put together for this caption. [Four] years of marri…

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One Dead, One Missing After Scaffolding Collapse Sends Two NY Bridge Workers Into Water: SP One Dead, One Missing After Scaffolding Collapse Sends Two NY Bridge Workers Into Water: SP One Dead, One Missing After Scaffolding Collapse Sends Two NY Bridge Workers Into Water: SP
One Dead, One Missing After Scaffolding Collapse Sends Two NY Bridge Workers Into Water: SP One person was killed and another remains unaccounted for after a scaffolding collapse sent two construction workers plummeting into chilly waters off the coast of Long Island on Nov. 11, state police said. The workers were part of a construction crew operating on the Loop Parkway bridge above Reynolds Channel near Lido Beach and Point Lookout, New York State Police said. Six other people suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the incident and did not fall into the water, investigators said. The scaffolding collapsed around 11:50 a.m. Wednesday, New York State Police said. The crew…

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Man Missing Since Prison Release In 2025, Has Hudson Valley, NYC Ties: NYSP Man Missing Since Prison Release In 2025, Has Hudson Valley, NYC Ties: NYSP Man Missing Since Prison Release In 2025, Has Hudson Valley, NYC Ties: NYSP
Man Missing Since Prison Release In 2025, Has Hudson Valley, NYC Ties: Nysp Police are asking for help finding a 50-year-old man with ties to Dutchess County, New York City, and other areas of the state who has not been heard from by his family since leaving prison more than a year ago.   Samar S. Corbett, 50, was last known to be traveling toward New York City after his release from Riverview Correctional Facility in Ogdensburg on Sept. 30, 2025, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Corbett had completed his full sentence and was released from the prison before being transported to Canton, New York, where he boarded a bus. The bus …

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Woman Rescued From Domestic Violence Attack On NY Road, But Crazed Ex Chases Down Car: Police Woman Rescued From Domestic Violence Attack On NY Road, But Crazed Ex Chases Down Car: Police Woman Rescued From Domestic Violence Attack On NY Road, But Crazed Ex Chases Down Car: Police
Woman Rescued From Domestic Violence Attack On NY Road, But Crazed Ex Chases Down Car: Police A New York man chased down his ex-girlfriend, who was desperately trying to escape him with help from a stranger, and caused a car crash, police said. Anthony S. George, 24, of Fort Ann, fled the scene of the final car crash on Tuesday, Nov. 3, but he was later tracked down and arrested, New York State Police announced Wednesday, Nov. 11. George was also facing a court order to stay away from his ex-girlfriend, a 30-year-old woman, following a third-degree assault conviction in 2025, according to court documents. The Incident George and his ex-girlfriend were inside George’s pickup truck a…

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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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New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know
New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know A hacking tool marketed to cybercriminals promises a disturbing prize: access to private Gmail messages that supposedly survives a password change. Cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock is investigating Remus Stealer, whose developers advertise a mailbox-access feature through a $1,000 monthly subscription. The feature targets accounts accessed through infected devices. Screenshots supplied to researchers show a searchable inbox displaying messages, senders, and timestamps. The seller also advertises the ability to intercept email verification codes and share mailbox access with other operators. …

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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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JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know
JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know JetBlue Airways is launching a new first-class experience on several routes at Northeast airports as the carrier competes for premium travelers and navigates rising costs due to the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline unveiled its new "BlueFirst" seating option at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The premium service will begin rolling out in December, with more routes being added through early 2027. BlueFirst will feature wider reclining seats with up to seven inches of extra legroom and five inches of recline. Passengers will also g…

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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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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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by Chris Spiker
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New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know
New Hacking Tool Targets Gmail Inboxes: What Users Should Know A hacking tool marketed to cybercriminals promises a disturbing prize: access to private Gmail messages that supposedly survives a password change. Cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock is investigating Remus Stealer, whose developers advertise a mailbox-access feature through a $1,000 monthly subscription. The feature targets accounts accessed through infected devices. Screenshots supplied to researchers show a searchable inbox displaying messages, senders, and timestamps. The seller also advertises the ability to intercept email verification codes and share mailbox access with other operators. …

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by Joe Lombardi
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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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JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know
JetBlue Unveils New First-Class Service At Northeast Airports: What To Know JetBlue Airways is launching a new first-class experience on several routes at Northeast airports as the carrier competes for premium travelers and navigates rising costs due to the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline unveiled its new "BlueFirst" seating option at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The premium service will begin rolling out in December, with more routes being added through early 2027. BlueFirst will feature wider reclining seats with up to seven inches of extra legroom and five inches of recline. Passengers will also g…

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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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by Chris Spiker

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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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by Joe Lombardi
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Search Ad Scams Could Cost You: What To Check Search Ad Scams Could Cost You: What To Check Search Ad Scams Could Cost You: What To Check
Search Ad Scams Could Cost You: What To Check A routine Google search could take a costly turn before you realize anything is wrong. Scammers buy search ads that impersonate legitimate businesses, then send users to convincing fake websites, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. Those pages can steal login credentials and financial information, enabling account theft. The trap starts with something ordinary: searching for a familiar company and choosing a prominent result. Criminals can copy a business’s website and use a nearly identical address, making the destination look trustworthy. The consequences can extend b…

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by Joe Lombardi
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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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by Joe Lombardi
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Apple Drops New Updates: What Users Should Know Apple Drops New Updates: What Users Should Know Apple Drops New Updates: What Users Should Know
Apple Drops New Updates: What Users Should Know Apple has released an update that addresses problems users would rather never encounter, including threats to private conversations and sensitive information. The company released iOS 27.2.1 on Monday, Nov. 9, for iPhone 11 and later models, according to Apple’s security advisory. The update patches vulnerabilities affecting Messages, Bluetooth, AirPlay, and other system components. Among the fixes are two involving iMessage group conversations. One vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to join a group chat and receive its messages. A separate flaw could let someone added to a group …

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by Joe Lombardi
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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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by Joe Lombardi