Phishing attacks get more sophisticated
Click a link. Download a file. And that’s where the trouble begins. Phishing attacks by email or social media attempt to lure you into revealing a…
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Hyper-realistic phishing and ransomware schemes
A spate of hyper-realistic phishing and ransomware schemes masquerade as customers. Typically, targets get an email from a customer in their database. The…
Cyberflashing on planes and trains
iPhone users on airplanes and even trains are increasingly assaulted by images that are ‘air dropped’ from nearby passengers, according to USA TODAY. Air…
Record the police
Using your iPhone, you can ask Siri to record your traffic stop. First, you need to install and configure the shortcut: POLICE. When you see the blinking…
Tourist death numbers not extreme
About 3 million Americans vacation in the Dominican Republic every year, but by June 2019, nine had died and at least four of those reportedly died after…
Robocalls: They probably have your number because of you
Heaven help you if your car’s warranty is running out or you have a student loan. Or even if you do not. Those robocalls may start to be oppressive,…
What to file and keep
Always keep filed or in a safety deposit box, according to AARP: * Original birth and marriage certificates * Social Security cards * Divorce decrees *…
Health benefits of golf? Extraordinary
As a sport of leisure and no physical contact, golf ranks among the world’s healthiest endeavors. Why? According to legendary fitness trainer and the…
Planning to say ‘I do’?
You might want to check with Social Security. Seniors who want to get married have more to consider than just love and family. There is also a serious…
Cut resistant gloves take the ouch out of kitchen work
Opening cans of pet food. Cutting an onion (or an avocado). Using a grater. Sooner or later, you’re going to get a ding and if you have a little arthritis…