Fraud & Security Alert

April 19, 2020

Windows 10 update breaks Windows Defender – here’s how to fix it

Windows Defender is a critical program for protecting your PC. But a buggy new update from Microsoft totally breaks it and prevents you from running a full-system scan when you need it the most. Thankfully, there's a way to fix it: another update! Really, Microsoft?

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Watch out for scam sites claiming to sell COVID-19 treatments

Two medications, hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine, have seen some promising early results in treating COVID-19. Neither has been officially approved for widespread use, but that hasn't stopped scammers from setting up phishing websites claiming to sell the drugs. If you buy from any of these shady marketplaces, your bank account is in grave danger. Here's why you need to avoid them like the plague.

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	Track your $1,200 stimulus check – here’s how to use the new IRS site Stimulus checks are already being distributed, but not everyone is getting theirs at the same time. When is your money coming? You can now track its status and submit your direct deposit information to the IRS so you can get your payout faster. We'll show you how. Tap or click here to track your stimulus check. →

Apple’s $399 iPhone: Specs, how to order, is it worth it?

After coronavirus-related production delays, Apple has finally announced the long-rumored update to the original iPhone SE 2. It's an older design paired with modern specs and comes in at the budget-friendly $399. Even at the lower price, is upgrading to the new model worth it?

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DIY haircut during quarantine using ancient bronze scissors

With all of us stuck at home, you might be noticing some problems that would typically be an easy fix. Things like your hair getting a little out of control. You may be feeling like your mane is getting unruly and desperately in need of a trim. Well, one man takes this to a new level by forging his own scissors and razor out of bronze to cut his own hair.

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Amazon struggles as consumers buy more

Look at Amazon’s profits over the past 15 years, and the graph looks pretty close to exponential. From 2013 to 2019 alone, the company jumped from $89 billion in net revenue to $280 billion. Now, the huge demand — and all the money that brings — is a problem. Here’s what Amazon is doing to try to keep up.

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