TAMPA, Fla.—The sheriff’s deputy chatted breezily over the phone about his three young daughters as Kimberly Fudge drove through gritty streets and lush Florida byways on a grim errand: gathering ...

It’s no secret that private equity firms are acquiring businesses, not always benefiting the businesses or the industry they’re in. But these targets are mostly larger, profitable businesses. Would ...

Some of the stories in this interactive experience include discussions of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling ...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Inspector General is issuing this fraud alert to highlight new tactics recently adopted by perpetrators of the asphalt sealer scam. This scam ...

In 2024, Americans reported losing $470 million to scams that started with texts, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Text scams are also becoming harder to detect with AI. Knowing what to look ...

If a phone you didn't order arrives on your doorstep, there's a good chance someone's trying to scam you. Here's how to recognize this scam and make sure you don't get tricked. You probably already ...

Criminals are inserting screws in gas pump nozzle holders to keep transactions open after customers drive off, allowing the criminals to get free fuel. In May 2026, social media users, news media ...

A new wave of phishing scams is targeting iPhone users with alarming messages warning that their iCloud storage is full—and experts say users should proceed carefully. “Social engineering attackers ...

You’re invited to a fancy dinner hosted by your best friend. According to the Evite that just landed in your inbox, it’ll be a great way to connect with your nearest and dearest—maybe even make a new ...

Hackers are spoofing Paperless Post, Evite and Punchbowl to creep into your hard drive. By Steven Kurutz When John Lantigua, a retired journalist in Miami Beach, checked his email one recent morning, ...

Scammers hijack accounts and send fake invites that look real, tricking you into logging in and handing over your email and password. Once you click, they can take over your account, access your ...

Apple warns of a new scam targeting millions of iPhone users. Learn the red flags, how it works, and how to protect your account and finances. source: Zhiyue/Unsplash Apple has issued a warning to its ...