One in three scam victims experienced fraud through social media.
It’s a significant issue related to social media. According to the Federal Trade Commission, nearly 30% of those who reported scams in 2025 indicated that the initial contact occurred through social media platforms. The projected losses from these scams are expected to hit $2.1 billion in 2025, which is eight times more than what was […]
Wisconsin teacher put on leave following social media post promoting ‘make Americans great assassins again’
A teacher in Wisconsin has been put on administrative leave after making a remark that many found troubling. Patrick Meyer, who teaches social studies at Kaukauna High School, expressed that he was “not impressed” by recent presidential assassination attempts. Meyer went on to say that the infamous assassins of U.S. presidents—such as John Wilkes Booth, […]
A phony email claiming to be from the Social Security Administration is really a phishing scam.
An email that looks polished and official can be deceiving—especially if it mentions security or government entities. Candice T. took a moment to examine such an email before clicking and shared her instinctive reaction: “That’s very suspicious!” She had a point. The email pretends to be from the Social Security Administration, complete with official branding […]
Social Security benefits might be lowered for certain retirees who continue to work. Here’s how that could evolve.
If you’re receiving Social Security retirement benefits and also working, your monthly payments might be reduced, depending on certain factors. However, this situation could be altered by a proposal known as the Labor Freedom Act for Elderly Persons. This bicameral bill, introduced by Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.), aims to remove […]
Paige Spiranac is creating a stir on social media with her new golf outfit, an Iowa fan loses her lunch, and crab hash.
Screencaps Takes a Look at Paige Spiranac’s Weekend This week starts with a glance at Paige Spiranac, who wrapped up her weekend at a startup golf event known as Grass League, touted as “The World’s First High Stakes Spur 3 Golf League.” Did I catch any of the action? Well, not really. I have my […]
Shooting suspect Cole Allen overwhelmed social media with anger towards Trump.
A teacher has been accused of trying to shoot at the White House Correspondents Dinner with the intention of targeting members of the Trump administration. Prior to the incident, Cole Allen, a 31-year-old Caltech graduate from California, had posted numerous anti-Trump messages on social media. Interestingly, it appears he favored the alternative platform Blue Sky […]
Former NYPD inspector cautions that social media is inciting political violence.
The recent incident involving a gunman attempting to breach the White House Correspondents’ Dinner serves as a troubling indicator of the increasing political violence fueled by social media, according to former New York City police inspector Paul Mauro. He expressed his views on a Sunday news program, drawing comparisons to the post-9/11 era, reminding viewers […]
Benefit reductions in Social Security are approaching, and President Donald Trump might have accelerated the timeline.
Social Security: A Lifeline for Retirees For many older workers, Social Security benefits are essential, not just a nice-to-have. It’s often an income that retirees cannot afford to live without. For almost 25 years, Gallup has been tracking retirees to assess their dependence on Social Security income. The findings are telling: between 80% to 90% […]
Houston Police Officer Ashley Gonzalez dismissed following alarming racist outburst on social media
A Houston police officer has been dismissed after her offensive social media posts sparked outrage. Officials described her comments as “deeply disturbing.” Officer Ashley Gonzalez was fired following scrutiny related to a video posted on Instagram. In this two-minute clip, she unleashed a barrage of 25 racial slurs aimed at a “black person.” The Houston […]
Social Media Content and a Spanish Campaign Advertisement Reveal John Cornyn’s Past Support for Amnesty
Republican Texas Senator John Cornyn is under fire this week as social media posts from his campaign staff and ads from his 2020 campaign resurface online. Cornyn aims to connect with Hispanic voters through a private Spanish-language TV ad titled “Tranquilo,” available on his campaign’s YouTube. In the ad, a Spanish-speaking voiceover states that Cornyn […]