March 24, 2022 |
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4 things you need to know today1. Watch out: Teens are being arrested for attacking people with gel pellet gunsSome viral challenges are just plain fun, and others raise money for a good cause. Remember the ice bucket challenge? Well, the latest viral sensation isn't amusing at all. In fact, it's harmful and has led to teens being arrested. We've got details of what's happening and why you should tell your kids not to participate. Tap or click here for the viral challenge that's putting teens in handcuffs. → |
2. Check your bathroom! Jergens lotion recalled over harmful bacteriaLotions to keep your hands smooth and healthy are available in nearly every shop, and there are plenty of brands to choose from. But if you recently picked up certain types of Jergens moisturizer, you’ll want to stop using it immediately. It might be part of this list of recalled lotions due to potentially harmful bacteria. Tap or click here for details on these potentially harmful lotions. → |
3. Top 5 over-the-ear headphones in 2022When you're listening to music, you need headphones that can limit outside noise and maximize the quality of your music player. That's why it's so important to choose the right equipment. Check out these top 5 headsets from top brands like Sony, Apple and Bose. |
4. Incognito mode doesn't do what you might think - Here's the truthIncognito mode in your browser serves a purpose, but here’s what it doesn’t do: Make you invisible. Big Tech companies might want you to think it does, but don't be fooled. Your internet service provider can still see your activity, as can a school or employer providing your internet access or computer. Tap or click for the one way to truly keep what you do private. → |
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Streaming tip: Get your money's worth with ExpressVPNYou know what’s not fair? Netflix hides thousands of shows and movies from you based on your location and then has the nerve to increase prices yet again. Make sure you’re getting your full money’s worth by using ExpressVPN. What’s on Netflix in the U.S. is completely different from what someone in the U.K. or Japan has on theirs. ExpressVPN has over 90 countries to choose from, so every time you run out of stuff to watch, just switch to another country to unlock new shows. Stop paying full-price for streaming services and only getting access to a fraction of their content. |
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