When the tax deadline looms, scammers step up their game. They use pressure and new tech to lure people into giving away money or personal data. In 2025, the Better Business Bureau reported that more than $5. 7 million was lost to tax‑related scams. Although only about one in seven victims saw a
Dallas officials say a whistle‑blower reported that two tech staff were working full‑time for both the City of Dallas and the City of Austin. The claim came through Dallas’s confidential hotline in November, prompting the Office of Inspector General to start a probe. The two employees earned more th
Several well‑known Hollywood stars, who usually speak up about gender issues, have not commented on the recent accusations against Representative Eric Swalwell. The allegations include unwanted advances and even rape, and they came to light early this week. People who led the MeToo movement—Alyssa
The Boston Bruins were hoping a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning would secure their spot in the playoffs, but they fell short with a 2-1 loss that marked their fifth consecutive defeat. In the final minute of play, Casey Mittelstadt lost control of the puck to Brayden Point. He then shot from
The U. S. Postal Service is on the brink of a financial collapse, according to its top official who recently spoke before Congress. He warned that if nothing changes, the agency could exhaust all its funds in under a year. To stave off bankruptcy, lawmakers are urged to allow the Post Office to rai
Kansas lawmakers meet every January with a mix of debate and hope. A long‑time hunger advocate walks into the Capitol expecting conflict, but finds many politicians willing to listen. When the focus is on school lunches, he teamed up with both parties to push a bill that will let more children eat i
Arsenal lost 2‑1 to Bournemouth at the Emirates, taking points from a race that now feels tighter than ever. The loss brings them closer to Manchester City, who could cut the gap to six points if they win their game against Chelsea. City also have a match in hand, adding pressure on Arsenal’s
The Yankees are ready to change their batting approach after a disappointing Friday night. They have struggled at the plate, striking out 12 times and hitting only . 112 in their last three games. The team lost 5-3 to the Rays, scoring only a few runs early and relying on a pinch‑hit homer in the ei
The Chargers finally broke their losing streak with a 10‑0 win over Adams‑Friendship, thanks to three hits and RBIs from Grace Grunloh and Morgan Vaghy, plus a solid six‑inning outing by Corina Maratea. In the same stretch, Burlington Central kept its conference perfect record with a 5‑3 victory ove
In the middle of a flare‑up between Israel and Iran, violence in the West Bank has taken a grim turn. A 23‑year‑old Palestinian named Ali Majed Hamadneh lost his life after a clash in Deir Jarir, a village near Ramallah. The Israeli army says the incident happened during a riot and that a reservist
