Careful: Summer Travel Scams
Who doesn’t like to go on a vacation, away from the ordinary, everyday life? Who doesn’t want to do all this at an affordable price? We all do. And Scammers know that you want to. Scammers target all aspec...
Natural Disaster Relief Scam: Preying on Good People
It’s sad to admit, but unfortunately there are people out there who try to take advantage of not only the tragedies of others, but also the people who reach out to help those in need. The most representative of...
Hashtag Dumb: Fugitive Fraudster Taunts Cops on Twitter, Then Gets Caught
Criminals love to taunt law enforcement officials. You've seen it in countless crime caper movies, but it usually doesn't happen in a story that involves a crime like insurance or disability fraud.
But a rel...
Tech-Savvy Toddler Buys Sports Car on eBay with Dad’s Smartphone
Shopping on eBay is great. Most would agree that getting a new car is great. But when those things happen on accident, it can definitely be a little troublesome. Turns out, that's exactly what happened to one u...
Actresses Fooled by Audition Scam for ‘May the Best Man Win’ Prank Film
An actor will do anything to land a role. Recently, a group of actresses in Los Angeles learned that the hard way by unwittingly participating in a prank intended to cast a fictional film.
The young women be...
Twinkies Are Back! Hostess Favorites Return to Stores July 15
Your dwindling stock pile of Twinkies is about to be replenished. Hostess, the company that filled convenience store shelves with the beloved cream-filled pastries for decades, is back from Chapter 11 bankruptc...
Why Diamonds Are a Complete Scam
Are you saving up to buy the perfect diamond engagement ring for the lady of your dreams? Well, you might want to find another way to show your devotion.
As it turns out, the diamond engagement ring traditio...
Strange But True: iPad Scammers Sell UK Man a Box of Potatoes
Ever wish you could score an amazing deal on a shiny new Apple iPad? One gentleman in the UK thought he was getting an incredible bargain on an iPad for sale on the street. Instead, the man paid almost $400 (US...
Bacon Causes Cancer? Why You Shouldn’t Believe Everything You Read Online
Do you love bacon? Well, that's like asking if your heart's beating. Of course you do! Who doesn't?
But is there a darker side to your favorite pork treat? Is bacon killing you?
That's the latest health s...
MTV and Viacom Under Fire for Sending Spam Text Messages
A new class action lawsuit is alleging that Viacom sent spam text messages to MTV viewers following the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards. The 2011 how was one of the biggest TV events that spring, attracting viewers...
Netflix Drops Almost 1800 Popular Movies & TV Shows due to Expired Licensing Deals
TV and movie binge watchers may have to adjust their expectations. Unfortunately for screen addicts everywhere, Netflix will be dropping almost 1,800 titles from their streaming library soon.
The swift elimi...
Top 4 Activities for an Unforgettable, One of a Kind Mother’s Day
For years you've been giving your mom the same old Mother's Day treatment: flowers, dinner, a nice card. But why not make May 12th, 2013 the most awesome Mother's Day ever? This year, spice up Mother's Day with...
Top 3 Scams for Mother’s Day 2013 and How to Avoid Them
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New Study: Facebook and Twitter Addicts May Perform Better at Work
The next time your boss catches you using Facebook at work, you've got an excuse: it may make you better at your job!
According to a study by the tech startup Evolv, usage of popular social networks includin...
4 Hoaxes About the Boston Marathon Tragedy That Went Viral on Facebook and Twitter
In a time of tragedy and confusion like last week's Boston Marathon bombing, social media can be an effective tool for sharing information. Sites like Twitter and Facebook often spread information much faster t...
Are iPads and Tablet PCs Safe for Toddlers?
As tablet computers and mobile devices become more and more commonplace, it's raising an increasing number of questions. Children have access to these smartphones and mobile devices like never before. But is it...
Unsecured Cell Phones May Endanger American Soldiers, Pose National Security Risk
It's no secret that information sits at the heart of just about every war that's been fought over the the last 50 years. Data is everywherenow, as everyone's smartphone is essentially a very small, very portabl...
New Facebook Emoticons: Sharing Strategy Targets Consumers on Social Media
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...
Casual Dating in the Internet Culture: Grouper, Instagram, Facebook and You
Dating in the modern world doesn't quite resemble the traditional view of dating. It's much more casual. The word "date" is rarely even used today. Younger people especially opt to use the harmless "let's hang ...
LA Traffic Synchronization Reduces Daily Commutes, But Is Anyone Noticing?
For years, Los Angeles has been known throughout the world for its incredibly bad traffic problem. On average, it takes drivers 20 full minutes to travel just five miles, and this information isn't exactly new....
Fake Facebook Girlfriends: The Newest, Weirdest Social Media Trend
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...