MS-13 gang member tricked infatuated victim into his murder using a fake Facebook account, authorities say
MS-13 Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Double Murder A member of the notorious MS-13 gang, Kevin Cuevas “Creeper” Del Cid, has admitted to his involvement in the murders of two young men in Long Island back in 2016. Using a fake Facebook profile, he lured a 20-year-old into a deadly meeting, according to federal prosecutors. […]
Man taken into custody for reportedly making threats against Trump on Facebook prior to Texas trip
Texas Man Arrested for Threats Against President A man from Texas was taken into custody on Thursday, according to federal authorities. Robert Herrera, 52, from San Antonio, is facing accusations related to making threats of interstate communication toward the president. The concerning message was shared on a local news outlet’s Facebook page that was discussing […]
Is it possible to prevent Mark Zuckerberg from using your art on Facebook?
When you share your creative work online, especially on platforms like Facebook, you might encounter messages from Meta, the company behind Facebook, about ownership rights. A resident from Edmond, Oklahoma, named Robert, voiced his worries about this subject. He mentioned that “Facebook/Meta keeps warning users that they claim rights over any messages, photos, or art […]
16 billion passwords exposed in a breach impacting Google, Apple, and Facebook
Your personal information is collected by nearly every website or app you encounter. Nowadays, data is considered more valuable than oil, making it a hot commodity. Your shopping habits, browsing history, and even your personal details like phone numbers and emails are stored. But it’s worth noting that this information is not necessarily secure. If […]
Cuba Pursues 10-Year Prison Term for Dissident Due to Anti-Communist Facebook Posts
Reports indicate that Cuba’s communist government is imposing a 10-year prison sentence on opposition figure Alexander Verdesia following a Facebook post that criticized the current administration. Verdesia, who is 51, belongs to the Patriotic Union of Cuba (UNPACU), the country’s largest opposition group, and resides in Rio Cout, Granma. He has been vocal on social […]
A narrow escape from a Facebook scam that aimed to take credit card information
Have you ever experienced a pop-up or an email that made your heart race? You’re definitely not alone. Online scams are increasingly convincing, and even those who consider themselves tech-savvy can find themselves just a click away from trouble. One of the most prevalent methods for scammers to steal personal information is phishing. A recent […]
Older man taken into custody for issuing death threats to Trump on Facebook: ‘I am your assassin’
Man Arrested for Threatening President Trump A 73-year-old man from Southern California has been taken into custody for allegedly making threats against President Donald Trump via social media. The suspect, Thomas Eugene Striebel, reportedly posted these threats ahead of the 2024 presidential election, according to the US Attorney’s Office in the Central District of California. […]
Fraudulent Facebook ads using AI deepfakes aim at at-risk individuals
Fraud on Facebook: The Rise of AI-Powered Ads Fraudulent advertisements on Facebook have come a long way from simple misspelled headlines and grainy product images. Nowadays, these scams are increasingly sophisticated, driven by artificial intelligence and deepfake technology, allowing them to reach a wider audience through Facebook’s advertising platform. It’s alarming to see how digital […]
Former MLB player secures liver donor via Facebook thanks to a former classmate’s help
Unexpected Connection Leads to Lifesaving Donation A man’s Facebook request for liver donors unexpectedly caught the attention of a high school friend he hadn’t spoken to in two decades. In April 2024, 42-year-old Stephen Register was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer after experiencing significant weight loss and a lack of appetite. The former MLB […]
Court reinstates voting rights for Maine lawmaker after ban related to Facebook post about transgender athlete
A Republican state lawmaker from Maine has been facing backlash due to a Facebook post criticizing a transgender high school athlete. The Supreme Court made a ruling on this matter Tuesday while legal disputes are still ongoing. The lawmaker, Rep. Laurel Libby, had her voting and speech privileges revoked by the Democratic majority in the […]