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Grandma got played, but not by bingo
Let me tell you a true story that’ll shake you and hopefully protect someone you love from heartbreak or a well-rehearsed scam call.
It happened to a 90-year-old grandmother in Nashville. She picked up the phone because that’s what she’s always done. On the other end was a young woman, her voice trembling, the connection staticky. “Grandma, help! I was in a car accident. I need you to talk to a lawyer right now.”
Her granddaughter Amanda had just graduated from Auburn University. The voice? Familiar enough, especially with the poor signal. And Amanda calling from an emergency? Of course, Grandma was going to listen.
Next comes the ‘lawyer’
He said Amanda needed $6,000 immediately or she could end up in serious legal trouble. So the woman did what any terrified grandmother might do … she complied. She went to the bank and withdrew the cash.
An “errand person” came to her house and picked up the money. Yes, you read that right. Someone came to her front door. That’s how elaborate this scam was.
But later that night, something gnawed at her. She called the number again and said, “I want to talk to my granddaughter.” The scammer hung up. That’s when she dialed the real Amanda and realized the heartbreaking truth.
The good news
Amanda was OK. Her voice was deepfaked by the scammers. The bad news was Grandma was scammed out of $6,000. Lied to. Manipulated. Her family was furious, not at the scammer, but at her.
She said her daughters made her feel embarrassed, even ashamed, she fell for such a scam. That might be the worst part of this entire story.
Let me say this loud and clear: It is not her fault. This wasn’t a mistake, it was a targeted heist. A well-rehearsed act designed to prey on love and urgency.
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These tech tips will make you too powerful
When you’re the tech-savvy friend, it’s basically your job to fix everything that plugs in. Who saves the saviors? Me! Now, depending on your OS, model, updates and general tech karma, your screen might not match mine exactly. Don’t panic, just keep moving forward. You’ve got this!
💸 Where’s your money going? Subscriptions sneak up on you. … One month it’s a free trial, the next it’s draining your bank account. I use the Rocket Money app to keep tabs on everything I’m paying for. It even cancels unwanted subscriptions with just a tap. Smart, simple and seriously helpful.
💬 Wrong number scams: It starts with a random text like “Emily from the gym?” You reply “wrong number.” But instead of leaving you alone, they get friendly, pull on your heartstrings, then pitch an investment scam. Blame AI. It’s now easier to craft messages that feel personal. If you get one, don’t reply. Just block the number.
Phone down, eyes up
At the pool with your kids? If you’re on your phone, you’re not really watching them.
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May 26, 2026
That’s when the Grand Theft Auto VI launch got pushed to. Gamers weren’t the only ones crushed; Wall Street took shotgun on the joyride. The developer’s stock fell 7% on the news. Now basically a full year away, Rockstar Games swears it’ll be worth the wait. (Cue flashbacks to every other delayed launch ever.)
A case for HR
A humanoid robot in China malfunctioned, flailed around, and thrashed wildly at factory workers during a routine test. Naturally, some humans online are calling the start of our AI judgment day, while others are still debating 100 men vs 1 gorilla. Cool, cool.
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🔥 SharkNinja recall: If you’ve got a Ninja Foodi OP300 Series pressure cooker, stop using it right now! Over 1.8 million units are being recalled because the lid can open while cooking and eject hot food at terminal velocity. These were sold from 2019 through March 2025 (full model list here). You can fill out a recall form to get a free replacement.
Apple Watch saves a surfer’s life
Swept out to sea, he used his watch to call for help. A rescue chopper came fast.
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Watching your life: Meet Van Hutcherson, a 60-year-old from Chicago, who thought he was in great shape. Then his Apple Watch woke him up one morning with high heart rate alerts. He found out he had an atrial flutter that could’ve led to a stroke. Thankfully, he got treatment. Thinking twice about your own health? Here are the latest Apple Watches.
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🚗 Rides for Grandma: This is a great idea! Lyft Silver may be rolling out in your city this week. There’s bigger text in the app for older adults to read, simpler navigation and priority rides with cars that are easy to get in and out of. The best part? Real people answering customer service calls. Open the app > tap You > turn on Lyft Silver to get going.
Best day to book a flight? Do it on a Tuesday. Google says it can save you 13% to 20%. Want the cheapest deal? Book about 38 days out for domestic trips or 50 to 100 days for international. And if you can handle a layover, even better. Those flights are usually 25% cheaper than going direct. You and that neck pillow got this.
Minority Report tech is here
The MTA is testing AI cameras that analyze body language to spot danger before it unfolds. Is this a sci-fi premonition come true?
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3 Hours
How early TSA recommends you show up if you don’t have a Real ID. Starting May 7, showing up with your regular old license could earn you a one-way ticket to the “extra screening” zone (aka airport purgatory). No star in the corner? Better bring a passport, or pack snacks and a Kindle for the line.
$330 Million
What Mark Zuckerberg spent on two yachts just to go skiing. He shipped his 387-foot mega-yacht and its $30M helipad buddy 5,300 miles just to shred some fjords in Norway without technically violating local laws that ban choppers from landing on actual land.
Can ChatGPT mess with your mind?
Some users are spiraling into delusions, claiming the AI gave them a sacred mission. It’s being called “ChatGPT-induced psychosis.” Plus: Physical buttons are making a comeback in cars, AirPods will soon translate languages, and Shark has recalled some pressure cookers.
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