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technology

How crypto criminals stole $700 million from people - often using age-old tricks

Criminals Took $700 Million in Crypto This Year. Same Old Scams, New Technology.

What Happened

Criminals stole approximately $700 million worth of cryptocurrency from individuals this year, according to BBC reporting. The methods used were largely traditional fraud tactics adapted for digital currencies - romance scams, fake investment schemes, and social engineering.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you invest in any cryptocurrency at all
• How much research you do before any investment (crypto or traditional)
• Whether you send money to people you've never met in person
• Your respo...

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crime

White homeowner accused of shooting a Black teen who rang his doorbell turns himself in to face criminal charges

Missouri Man Shoots Teen at Wrong Address. He's Been Charged. Here's What Happened.

What Happened

A Black teenager in Kansas City went to the wrong address to pick up his siblings and rang the doorbell. The white homeowner shot him twice. The teen survived and is recovering. The shooter initially wasn't charged but has now turned himself in to face felony assault and armed criminal action cha...

What's In Your Control

• How you respond when strangers approach your home
• Teaching children about safely approaching unfamiliar houses
• Whether you verify addresses before visiting
• Supporting local community progra...

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crime

Maine authorities detained a person of interest after 4 people were found dead in a home and 3 others shot while driving

Tragedy in Maine. Seven Shot, Four Dead. Person of Interest in Custody. Here's What This Means for You.

What Happened

Maine authorities found four people dead in a home and three others shot while driving on a highway. A person of interest has been detained in connection with these shootings.

What's In Your Control

• How you treat people in your own community today
• Whether you stay informed without obsessively refreshing news
• Your own situational awareness when out in public
• Checking on friends and fami...

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local news

See pizza delivery guy take out suspect fleeing police

Pizza Delivery Driver Helps Police Catch Fleeing Suspect. Good People Still Do Good Things.

What Happened

A pizza delivery driver intervened to help police apprehend a suspect who was fleeing from law enforcement. The incident was captured on video and shared by CNN.

What's In Your Control

• How you would respond in a similar situation (but don't overthink scenarios that may never happen)
• Whether you choose to help your neighbors in everyday moments
• Your own situational awareness...

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politics

Repeated gunshots fired on live TV as ex-lawmaker shot by assassins

Former Politician Shot on Live TV. The Attackers Are in Custody. Here's What This Means for You.

What Happened

A former lawmaker was shot by gunmen during a live television broadcast. The attack was captured on camera and the perpetrators have been apprehended by authorities.

What's In Your Control

• How you consume news about violence (avoid repetitive viewing of graphic footage)
• Whether you engage in respectful political discourse in your own community
• Your own civic participation throu...

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