True-crime podcaster Payne Lindsey, creator of Up and Vanished, was all set to fly to Nome for his latest investigation but bailed at the last minute. He didn’t tell anyone, yet somehow rumors started swirling on social media that he was there. Payne joins us to break it down, plus we’re talking Verizon outages, a couple blocked from suing Uber, and leaked MrBeast “founder mode” documents.
Best ways to stay current on weather conditions
Adverse weather conditions could cause power outages or broadcast interruptions, keeping vital information from flowing to those who need it most. This could put millions of people in danger when major storms hit.
That’s why you need to be prepared for anything. Read on for simple ways to keep getting life-saving information even if there is a power outage.
Staying ahead of the weather
It is always a good idea to stay updated with the latest weather alerts and advisories no matter where you are. Luckily, a few excellent sources will keep you abreast of what is happening around the country.
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Apple’s built-in weather app
iOS users have a nifty weather app built into their devices. If you don’t know where to find it on your iPhone, open the Apple App Store and search weather. The Weather app will appear in the results. Tap Open, and you’re in.
The app provides all the information you need for a specific city, but it has a few neat tricks. For example, below the 10-day forecast and air quality, a temperature map displays your location and the surrounding area. When you tap on it, the map opens to become interactive.
You can move around to get a larger view of your state. To see the real-time temperature of a different city, tap and hold the map until the information bubble appears. You can then view the forecast for that city.
Any weather warnings will show on the main screen of your preferred city. Tapping on it will take you to weather.com.
You might also notice the tiny white dot in the day’s temperature scale. That hidden detail shows you where the current temperature falls for that day. Tap or click here for more information on the secret dot.
Recall alert: These washing machines can start a fire
Did you know a few common mistakes could cause damage to your home appliances? It’s true. Tap or click here for 10 bad habits to avoid that could ruin appliances.
But things got even dire for specific washing machine models this week. Over half a million machines on the market since June 2021 are being recalled due to potential fire hazards. They could cause smoke, fire and even property damage.
Recall alert! 2M dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire [Full list]
During the summer months, many places in the U.S. become hot and humid. This can be a cause for musty odors or mildew. Drying out the moisture in the air is one way to make sure that mold doesn’t grow. This can be done through a portable dehumidifier.
Considering an electric car? Chevy is warning of a dangerous fire risk
Electric vehicles might be somewhat better for the environment, but several models have proven to be a danger to owners. Over the last few years, a variety of EV cars have been recalled over different issues.
Earlier this year, a Tesla S Plaid caught fire while the driver was still in the car. The owner had to force his way out of the vehicle, as the blaze seemingly caused the door locks to malfunction. The exact cause of the fire hasn’t been determined yet.
Storing cash in Venmo or Cash App? Your wallet's in danger
Unlike the money in your bank, you can lose your funds sitting in these apps. Plus, a hacker found thousands of big biz secrets, a new Amazon scam is spreading, and ChatGPT teases a search engine.
Guy Kawasaki on being remarkable
Guy Kawasaki, host of the “Remarkable People” podcast, has a new book, “Think Remarkable,” that you’ve got to check out. Plus, there’s a new AI danger lurking at work, the death of ad-free streaming, and why you’re still getting scam calls. Feeling lonely? Everyone’s connected, yet isolation is at record levels.
This antivirus software is a danger to national security
Kaspersky, a Moscow-based cybersecurity company, was just banned in the U.S. If you use its popular antivirus software, here’s why it’s time to ditch it.
Get photos of your home off Zillow, Redfin and Realtor.com
Are there pictures of your house online? Here’s why that’s a real danger and how you can remove them from listing sites.
Ransomware puts hospitals in danger
The hack on Ascension threw its 140 hospitals and 40 senior facilities into full-blown chaos. Plus, Google’s untrustworthy AI, tech phrases you’ll never use again, and lost sleep from binge-watching.
Why we're lonely because of tech
Everyone’s connected, yet isolation is at record levels. Have an opinion on Elon Musk? Here’s why judgment pours out for him, both good and bad. Plus, a new AI danger at work, the death of ad-free streaming, and why you’re still getting scam calls.
Big layoff news from Amazon spells trouble ahead
Got a tech job? It’s in danger. In one minute, I’ll help you prepare for hard times ahead.
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Stop AirTag stalkers on Android with AirGuard app
Did someone secretly slip an AirTag into your car or purse? You might be in danger. Listen to this one-minute podcast for a surefire way to protect yourself.
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