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4 Easy Ways to Block Unwanted Calls on Your Cell Phone

April 17, 2013

Is your cell phone constantly ringing with spam calls? Fear not! Scambook has dug up some simple yet effective tips about how to block unwanted calls and prevent annoying telemarketing interruptions. Althoug...

New Facebook Emoticons: Sharing Strategy Targets Consumers on Social Media

Leah

April 15, 2013

Article, Culture

We all love to paint a picture with our Facebook status updates. If I'm eating ice cream, I'm going to be so descriptive that you'll actually see that glistening caramel. Well, Facebook has just taken "overshar...

Winners Announced in FTC Robocall Challenge to Stop Annoying Telemarketer Calls

Leah

April 12, 2013

Article, Consumer, Mobile Services

Nothing ruins a family dinner like an unwanted spam call. In fact, no one wants a robocall at any hour of the day; it’s frustrating to pick up the phone and be greeted by a recording. At least you can tell off ...

Photo of a brown dog dressed in a poodle costume

Strange But True: Poodle Buyer Discovers His Dog is a Ferret on Steroids

Leah

April 10, 2013

Article, Featured, General Consumer, Listing Fraud, Scam Alerts

No pedigree? No problem! An incredible scam has been discovered at a market in Argentina, where would-be dog owners have found themselves walking away with a great deal on a poodle...that's actually a ferret. Y...

Fake Facebook Girlfriends: The Newest, Weirdest Social Media Trend

Leah

April 9, 2013

Article, Culture, Dating Profile, Dating Site

Romance on Facebook: it’s not just about changing your relationship status anymore. As our social lives increasingly go virtual, dating drama has become more complicated than ever! The newest phenomenon? Fake F...

Top 4 Foods For a Healthy Brain and Body

Leah

April 5, 2013

Article, Lifestyle, Restaurants

Ah, the human brain. An achievement of evolution, prized possession of Jeopardy winners, and the favorite snack of zombies everywhere. Your brain not only makes your body tick – it has the highest metabolic rat...

Deadly Backyard Dangers: Why You Need to Call 811 Before Any Home Improvement Project

Leah

April 3, 2013

Article, Consumer, General Consumer

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When you get inspiration for a home improvement project, it’s tempting to grab your toolkit and get started right away. But wait before you take a shovel to Mom’s tulip bed, or hire workers to tear up your driv...

Good Intentions, Bad Results: A Look at the “Suspended Coffee” Viral Phenomenon

Leah

April 1, 2013

Article, Culture, Featured, General Consumer, Restaurants

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Nothing feels better than helping someone in need. Many of us don’t feel like we have time to volunteer or enough income to consistently donate. So when an opportunity comes along to aid the homeless in a quick...

Father, Daughter, Mother, and Son Smiling and Eating Dinner Outside

How Restaurant Loyalty Club Memberships Can Help You Save Big

Leah

March 29, 2013

Article, Consumer, General Consumer, Restaurants

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Everyone's got a favorite snack spot. Maybe you routinely find yourself at Chili's on Thursday nights, overloading on appetizers with your co-workers. Or perhaps you've got a post-workout soft spot for Jamba Ju...

Six Colorful Cocktails with Straws and Umbrellas

Student Travel Safety Tips for a Scam-free Spring Break 2013

Leah

March 28, 2013

Article, Culture, General Consumer, Listing Fraud

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You've tied your bikini strings, packed your bags, and put the finishing touches on your airbrushed abs. It's finally time for spring break! If you're one of the millions of young adults gearing up for some fun...

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