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BBB warns NE Ind. of job hunters scam Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:10PMThe Better Business Bureau is warning residents in northern Indiana of a scam targeting job hunters in a weak economy.
Paving dispute leads to threats Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:42PMThreats of bombings, rape, and slander have police looking for a group of driveway contractors.
Nigerian e-mail scammer gets prison time Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:30PMBRIDGEPORT -- For the past six years, Okapo Mike Diamreyan portrayed a doctor, an airport director, a diplomat and a prince in scamming at least 64 victims out of $1.3 million.
Growing reports of telephone scams Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:29PMThe Clark County Sheriffs Department has received numerous reports of telephone scams. One scam targets elderly residents and the other is about a prize offer. A subject will call and say, Hi Grandma/ Grandpa, and indicate that he or she is in trouble or were involved in an accident and ask that money be wired and to not tell anyone about it, according to department information. The prevailing ...
Shiromani Akali Dal initiates 'Delhi Cleaning Campaign' ahead of CWG Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:06PMNew Delhi, Sep 1 : Amid the plethora of allegations of large scams involving the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee, the activists of the Shiromani Akali Dal initiated a 'Delhi Cleaning Campaign' here on Wednesday ahead of the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
AG Cooper Warns Of Scams Related To Hurricane Earl Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:47AMAttorney General Roy Cooper is warning people about the possible scams that could be related to Hurricane Earl.
AG Cooper Warns Of Scams Related To Hurricane Earl Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:45AMAttorney General Roy Cooper is warning people about the possible scams that could be related to Hurricane Earl. "Unfortunately, we've seen shameless scammers try to take advantage of past disasters," said Cooper in a written statement. "Don't let con artists use this storm to take your money and run." If you feel like you have fallen victim to a scam, you can report the incident to AG Cooper's ...
Community briefs Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:40AMThe Museum and Arts Center is looking for special event volunteers, exhibit center docents, administrative and research volunteers. Applications are available from 10 a.m.-
Movie Review: A Woman, a Gun and a Noodle Shop Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:28AMReviewed by Owen Gleiberman | --
Flooded-out D.M. man foils housing scam on Internet Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:45AMCraigslist ad requested money for rental property — but it was actually for sale
Scams target elderly Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:11AMBENNINGTON -- State police said Tuesday they have received multiple reports of mail scams targeting the elderly.
Craigslist scammer to be sentenced Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:53AMA former Stevens Point man convicted of using the website Craigslist to scam more than $10,000 from 12 individuals is slated for sentencing next month on a felony theft by fraud charge.
Good financial advice goes a long way Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:46AMThe internet has made it easier than ever to take control of your finances. At the click of a mouse you can watch stocks and shares rise and fall, and react by buying or selling. Plenty of sites also offer the opportunity to compare fund performances, pick ISAs, apply for a loan or open a savings account.
Cricket: Pakistan credibility reaches breaking point Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:46AMThe corruption scandal that exploded this week is the latest damaging blow to Pakistan cricket and former players fear it could be the one that finally crushes the credibility of the sport in the South Asian nation.
Cricket’s inglorious certainties Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:08AMThis combination of undated file pictures shows Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt (L), Mohammad Asif (C) and Mohammad Aamer (R). The three Pakistan players embroiled in betting scam allegations have been summoned to face cricket and government authorities for questioning in London on September 1, 2010. - Photo by AFP.
Former players lament Pakistan scandal Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:23AMA chorus of former Pakistan players and cricket experts have expressed dismay at the spot-fixing scandal engulfing the team.
AVG Threat Labs to Provide Innovative, Free Detection Tools to Internet Community Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:14AMAMSTERDAM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AVG Technologies announced a limited public beta of its new online tool, AVG Threat Labs, an innovative online information portal that merges Web threat detection data with AVG’s LinkScanner data.
Lakewood con artist Joanne Schneider resentenced to 10 years in prison Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 6:03PMJoanne Schneider bilked 780 investors out of $60 million, and the original three-year prison sentence was too lenient based on the crime.
Phone scam targets Ardmore seniors Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:53PMARDMORE, OK - Just in the last few days the Ardmore Police Department has received several calls regarding a phone scam targeting the elderly. The latest scam in Ardmore informs people if they do not comply with the request they could possibly stop receiving Social Security benefits.
Throw Pakistan out, says former New Zealand captain Reid Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:18PMWellington - Pakistan, which has players subject to investigations into illegal betting scams, should be thrown out of international cricket, according to former New Zealand captain and match referee John Reid.
AARP warns of 'doughnut hole' check scams Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:11PMWASHINGTON, Aug. 31 (UPI) -- U.S. seniors in Medicare Part D get their $250 "doughnut hole" checks in the mail, and people who say they can help get the checks are scammers, AARP warns. Medicare Part D - Medicare Part D coverage gap - AARP - Medicare - United States
Secret Service: Skimmers Targeting Charlotte-Area ATM Users Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:42PMIn the past month, there have been four local cases of ATM skimming, which is a practice that involves using devices to steal peoples bank account information.
IT Security Pros Fall for 'Friendly' Ruse Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:22PMA unique study by security software vendor BitDefender discovered that IT professionals, particularly security folks, are the most likely to share secrets on social networks.
Fake cop scams man Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:47PM88th PrecinctFort Greene–Clinton HillErsatz officerSome creep posing as a cop picked up a man on Vanderbilt Avenue on Aug. 26, drove him to Cumberland Street in his fake cruiser, then robbed him.The victim told the 88th Precinct that he was between Park and Myrtle avenues at 5 pm...
BUSINESS: Coming to the library -- tips for older job seekers Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:47PMWEST WINDSOR -- For some job seekers, too much experience can be a detriment.
Detective Says Internet Fraud Is on the Rise Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:32PMUnion police said Internet scams and "phishing" are on the rise even though efforts have been made to educate residents on the dangers of falling for the schemes.
Updated 'Fly Rights' consumer guide released Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:25PMThe Department of Transportation's updated handbook for consumer air travelers outlines everything from choosing loyalty programs and making official complaints to the new three-hour tarmac delay limit.
Pawar is builder's lawyer: Khadse Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:40PMMumbai, Aug 30 : Senior BJP leader Eknath Khadse today fired another salvo at NCP supremo and Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar, in the ongoing war of words between the two, by describing him as the 'lawyer of builders'.
First Official Look: Russell Brand and Helen Mirren in ‘Arthur’ Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:38PMThe hook here, I suppose, is that after a string of photos taken by photographers outside the production, we've now got the first 'official' look at Russell Brand and Helen Mirren in the remake of Arthur. Brand plays the Dudley Moore role -- a rich, spoiled drunk -- and Mirren takes over for John Gielgud as the butler-turned-nanny charged with looking after Arthur. But beyond the photos are some ...
Phone scam hits area Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:38PMA phone scam has been reported in the Williston area this week, targeting residents' debit card account information.
IRD warns of fake tax email Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:28PMA warning has been issued about a fake email which claims to be from the Inland Revenue Department telling recipients they are owed money from a tax refund.The email, from the address tax-refund@ird.govt.nz with the subject line...
Editorial: Pakistanis' corruption taints sport Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:17PMWhen he retired in May after a decade-long stint at the head of the International Cricket Council's anti-corruption unit, Lord Condon declared the game was cleaner than it had been. He was right - but only to a degree.Absent over...
Auto Loans: Take Advantage of Falling Rates Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:15PMAuto loans rates are falling, while late payments on auto loans also fall in the second quarter. The latter indicates that consumers may be taking more control over their debt. As a result, car buyers may be in better shape to take advantage of the falling rates on auto loans and can consider refinancing. If you are considering auto refinancing, you will find that it is much easier and cheaper ...
Fraudster pays restitution for trade show scams, plus 20 months house arrest Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:04PMA Kamloops man has received 20 months of house arrest and will pay $158,000 in restitution after scamming booth exhibitors out of thousands of dollars from phony trade shows he set up within Red Deer and Calgary.
Cricket scandal rocks Pakistan Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:57PMShame and anger best describes the feelings of many Pakistanis to fresh allegations of match fixing by their national cricket stars.
Scammers taking advantage of high temperatures Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:54PMStuttgart, Ark. — There’s a lot of heat right now — and not just because it’s summer. The higher temperatures have left many Arkansas residents in need of utility bill assistance and scammers are taking advantage of the opportunity to trick them out of their money.
Cricket council says no players arrested after scam allegations Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:11AMNo players or team officials have been arrested in connection with a British tabloid's expose on an alleged match-fixing scam involving the Pakistani cricket team, the International Cricket Council said Sunday.
CT WATCHDOG: Be wary of calls seeking money Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:05AMThe call from Tyler was scary. He had been in a car accident in a rental car in Montreal and needed money to pay an attorney and fly home.
El Segundo police give residents an update Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:01AMLearn all about what the El Segundo Police Department is doing at a Community Watch meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Mount St. Francis Picnic draws thousands Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:03PMThousands turned out for the annual Mount Saint Francis picnic Saturday ready for games, prizes and, of course, a lot of food.
Community giants to be honored at Huber’s Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:03PM“Giant” honorees — ranging in ages from 4 to 82 years old and either living or worshipping in Floyd County — were submitted by family, friends and fellow worshippers to the ICC for recognition at the luncheon. At 4 years old and 40 inches tall, “Giant” honoree Grayson Hammond, a member of Northside Christian Church, is the youngest of the “Giants” being honored Sunday.
Evansville death penalty case moved to Clark County Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:03PMJeffrey Alan Weisheit, 34, was charged in April in Vanderburgh County with class A felony arson and two counts of murder. Prosecutor Stanley Levco filed paperwork seeking the death penalty a couple of weeks later.
New Albany police warn residents to be mindful of scams Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:03PMNew Albany resident Sandra Kime received a phone call recently that made her think of her fellow Medicare recipients.
Britons receive six cold calls a month, finds Which? study Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 10:42PMScams, sales pitches and 'silence of the autodiallers' all intimidate consumers British consumers receive an average of six cold calls a month, a survey has found. The study by Which? found that many of the calls are scams, but big industry is "just as guilty" of using the tactic. A two-week diary kept by Which? members found British Gas, BT, EDF, E.ON, Homeserve, Sky and TalkTalk were among ...
iTunes users are the app's big security flaw Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:44PMiTunes users are the app's big security flaw. Here's what you need to know in order to keep yourself and your iTunes account safe. ITunes Store - Security - Apple - Consultants - General and Freelance
Can You Spot Scam E-mails? Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:43PMSometimes it's hard to distinguish fraudulent messages from legitimate ones. So follow these do's and don'ts to lower your risks of becoming a victim.
iTunes Scam: How to Protect Yourself Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:25PMIn recent weeks, more and more iTunes users have been reporting fraudulent activity on their Apple accounts, reporting hundreds or even thousands of dollars worth of bogus purchases. With the reports of this type of fraud on the uptick in recent weeks, many users have been quick to blame Apple or PayPal, as many of the affected iTunes accounts were linked to PayPal accounts.
Protecting yourself from fraudulent iTunes Store activity Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:39PMThe biggest security flaw with the iTunes Store turns out to be user behavior. Here are steps you can take to keep yourself and your iTunes account safe.
Victims Fight Back as Madoff Sits Behind Bars Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:38PMBernard Madoff's Ponzi scheme, estimated at $65 billion dollars, is still making headlines, as investigators follow the money trail nearly 14 months since he was sentenced to 150 years in prison.
Tribute today honors staunch advocate for Mid-coast elders Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:18PMBATH — What became a nationwide network of law enforcement organizations and senior advocacy groups began as a parting question more than two decades ago.