It’s happening more and more. I keep several extra cases of water on hand, just to be safe.
Stop your electronics from exploding
Your phone or e-bike could catch fire if the battery gets too hot. Here’s how to keep it safe.
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7 miles
How far a lost 2-year-old boy walked to safety. He wandered from his home in rural Arizona and spent the night alone in mountain lion territory. After 16 tense hours, a rancher spotted him safe with his dog, Buford. Turns out, the shaggy companion guided him out of the wilderness. Imagine getting out-hiked by someone who can’t say or spell “hike.” Amazing.
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3 rules of crypto
Remember this: Crypto transactions are never reversible. You need to keep your investments safe.
Around 70%
Of people are polite to chatbots. I am. Most of us do it out of habit; some people are playing it safe in case of a robot uprising. “Yes, spare that one, she said thank you.” The pros know being polite gets you better answers.
Beat scammers at the pump
There’s a way to sneak past pump security checks. Here’s how to keep your card safe next time you fill up.
Sextortion scams are getting more realistic
Got an email saying your webcam was hacked? Don’t worry — it’s just another sextortion scam. I’ll tell you why it’s all fake and how to stay safe.
5-minute phone privacy check
In just five minutes, you can secure your phone from unwanted snooping. Follow these quick steps to stay safe.
Parents, know this about Disney
Disney+ adding Hulu content might seem like a win for variety, but parents aren’t thrilled. R-rated flicks and reality drama are creeping into what used to be a family-safe zone.
Smartphones in school? Not so fast
Giving your kid a smartphone is meant to keep them safe and connected. But now, schools are pushing back, saying they cause more harm than good.
Self-driving cars do not drive themselves
Can you really trust your car’s self-driving mode? Turns out, study after study shows it’s not as safe as you might think.
The truth about cell phone radiation
The cell phone industry says phone radiation is harmless, but I prefer to play it safe. Here’s how.
America's drinking water is under attack
Water systems in Kansas, Texas and Pennsylvania have already been hit by hackers in China, Russia and Iran. Plus, clothes that block 5G waves, AI coming to Alexa, and Walmart’s new digital pricing. We also chat with Joseph Cox about his book “Dark Wire,” which is about Anom, the FBI’s secret app used by criminals.
June 22nd, 2024
Temu’s parent company is linked to the Chinese government. Is your data safe? Nvidia passes Microsoft as the world’s most valuable company. Plus, Ozempic scams surge, and AI-powered sex dolls. That and much more, plus all your calls and questions!
Amber Alert for your pets
You definitely don’t want your furry friends to go missing. But just in case, here’s a system you should set up to keep them safe.
Mac attack: A new macOS malware called “Cuckoo” is targeting older Intel-based Macs and newer models with Apple chips. It steals passwords and takes over your system. It’s spreading via websites and apps that convert streaming music into MP3s. Stay safe: Use TotalAV to protect your tech — it’s just $19 for a year.
Download your TikTok vids before it's too late
What do we do with all those short videos if it gets banned? Here’s how to keep them safe.