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New Money Scams Are Popping Up: Here Are The Ones To Look Out For

Canadians reported $530.4 million in financial fraud losses in 2022, with scams involving Facebook, AI, online shopping, revenue and tax, package delivery, and rental and employment. It is crucial to remain vigilant, stay informed, and report any suspicious activity to protect oneself.

As The Tech Revolution Continues, IDs May Be The Next Thing To Go Digital

Mobile driver's licenses (mDLs) are becoming increasingly common, offering a convenient and secure way to prove identities, but concerns remain about potential surveillance and tracking.

Won’t Be Home For The Holidays? 7 Ways To Prepare Your House Before A...

To ensure the safety and security of your home while you're away, it is important to secure all doors and windows, suspend mail delivery, unplug appliances, lower the thermostat, check security systems, display a security system sign, and maintain a tidy home.

TikTok Loses Bid To Strike Down Law Banning It From The U.S.

TikTok has failed to overturn a law that may lead to its ban in the United States, as the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upheld the legislation.

Dr. Carl Mack Calls For Black America To Only Spend Money With Black-Owned Businesses...

Dr. Carl Mack is urging Black Americans to celebrate December 6 as Black Freedom and Economic Day by exclusively supporting Black-owned businesses, in recognition of the date that slavery was abolished in the United States.

Word In Black’s Anissa Durham Awarded Prestigious Health Journalism Fellowship

Anissa Durham, a health data reporter for Word In Black, has been selected to receive the 2025 U.S. Health System Reporting Fellowship, where she will be examining the impact of medical mistrust, fear, and misinformation on organ donation and transplantation in Black communities.

Oprah Winfrey’s Generous Donation Boosts U.S. Dream Academy’s Giving Tuesday Funds

Oprah Winfrey has made a significant contribution to the U.S. Dream Academy, a national after-school initiative focused on breaking the cycle of intergenerational incarceration and supporting children of incarcerated parents in achieving their aspirations.

Holiday Shopping Season Is Upon Us. Keep Gifting Green With Sustainable Presents For The...

This holiday season, consider gifting sustainable home items, such as eco-friendly candles, reusable water bottles, and biodegradable cleaning products, to minimize environmental impact.

What Is Check Kiting? The Viral “Money Glitch” That’s Actually Fraud Copy

Check kiting, a fraudulent practice involving writing checks on accounts with insufficient funds, has resurfaced on TikTok, prompting Chase Bank to warn its customers and leading to an increase in check-related fraud since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Supreme Court Rejects Tobacco Industry Challenge To Graphic Anti-Smoking Images On Cigarette Packs

The Supreme Court has refused to review a case brought by major tobacco companies against the FDA's mandate for graphic health warnings on cigarette packaging and advertisements.

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Five Education Moments That Impacted Black Students In 2024

Black K-12 education experienced notable events in 2024, marking the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, the enactment of laws limiting AP African American Studies, ongoing disparities in school discipline, racist messages sent to Black students post-election, and the nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education.