Welfare supervisor in Pennsylvania accused of stealing $20,000 in food stamps and exchanging EBT cards for crack cocaine, according to prosecutors.
A welfare supervisor in Pennsylvania is accused of trading stolen EBT cards for crack cocaine while allegedly stealing over $20,000 in food stamp benefits, as prosecutors revealed on Monday. Sheila McDonald, 46, from Pittsburgh, held a position at the Lehigh County Assistance Office in Allentown, where she was tasked with protecting EBT cards. Prosecutors claim […]
Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola ridiculed for relying on ‘cue cards’ during important debate
Mary Peltola, the Democratic candidate for the Senate in Alaska, found herself the subject of ridicule during a debate with incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan on Thursday night. The scrutiny followed her evident reliance on notecards, which prompted sharp criticism from various Republican commentators, including a direct barb from Sullivan himself. The race between Peltola, […]
Mary Peltola ridiculed for using cue cards during debate in Alaska Senate race
Debate Highlights Criticism of Mary Peltola During a debate on Thursday evening, Mary Peltola, a Democratic Senate candidate in Alaska, faced significant criticism for using notecards. This drew laughter and mockery from Republican critics, especially from her rival, incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan. This race is particularly contentious, with Peltola, a former congresswoman, vying against Sullivan […]
Holiday Cards Now Rebranded as ‘Winter Cards’ at Scottish School
Change in Christmas Card Terminology Sparks Controversy at Scottish School A primary school in Scotland has opted to refer to traditional Christmas cards as “winter cards” in an effort to honor diversity and promote inclusivity among students. The move, reported by Times, led to a backlash after the deputy head of Kaimhill Primary School in […]
States take legal action against Trump administration regarding DHS’ public charge rule for green cards
More than 20 states are taking legal action against the Trump administration, challenging a new rule from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This rule would give immigration officials more leeway in deciding what qualifies as a public charge. Essentially, this designation allows the government to deny visas or green cards to individuals deemed likely […]
Secret Service discovers card skimmers targeting EBT cards in LA operation
You might think everything’s fine as you swipe your card at the store, collect your receipt, and walk away. But there’s a chance that a device discreetly placed on the payment terminal has just copied your card details and PIN. Recently, U.S. Secret Service agents conducted a sweep of various retailers in Los Angeles, searching […]
New bank login technology using SIM cards seeks to take the place of SMS OTP codes
If you do online banking, you’re likely familiar with the drill. You enter your password, then wait for that six-digit code that’s supposed to verify your identity. But here’s the thing—scammers have become adept at using those codes against us. For instance, a phony bank representative might call you to coax you into reading that […]
New York Fed reports varied delinquency rates for credit cards and auto loans
Federal Reserve Bank Data on Delinquency Rates Recent statistics from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveal a mixed picture regarding consumer debt. While the overall rates of delinquency have shown improvement, there’s been a slight uptick in delinquencies related to auto loans and home loans. Additionally, credit card delinquency rates remain persistently high. […]
Cam Newton Supports Aaron Rodgers, Says NFL Coaches and Players Created Fake Vaccination Cards
Cam Newton Supports Aaron Rodgers’ Claims on Fake Vaccination Cards Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton has shown support for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who recently talked about the occurrence of fake vaccination cards during the coronavirus pandemic. In a discussion with Pat McAfee last week, Rodgers reflected on the situation, stating, “A lot of […]
Trump Administration to Deny Green Cards to Migrants on Welfare
Trump Administration Rescinds Immigration Welfare Rule The Trump administration is reversing a rule from the Biden era that overlooked immigrants’ reliance on welfare and other government support when assessing their eligibility for permanent residency. According to CBS News, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is set to abolish the Biden rule and bring back the […]