Alabama State

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The company, according to its website, also says that its vending machines are as easy to use as an ATM.

Ammo ATM? AI-powered bullet vending machines introduced in US

Americans can now purchase bullets during their routine grocery store trips thanks to AI-powered, facial scanning-equipped, ammunition vending machines popping up in multiple states in the southern United States. The machines, made by American Rounds, promise “ammo sales like you’ve never seen before.” They allow customers 21 years old and...

Ammunition Vending Machines Use AI Facial Scanning to Dispense Bullets

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

It’s common for the average person today to have over 100 online accounts, ranging from frequently used services to one-time sign-ups that are easily forgotten. With the increasing prevalence of data breaches, it has become crucial to monitor and manage these accounts. Each account linked to your email address could potentially expose your personal information if compromised. Therefore, keeping track of your online accounts is essential for maintaining your security.

How to find and manage all online accounts linked to your email

The US Sun

A WALMART shopper has reportedly found a legal loophole others can use to get out of showing a receipt at the superstore. Receipt checks have become a constant source of irritation for many shoppers who have taken to ranting about the policy on social media. Many Walmart customers who have posted on Facebook or other […]

Threaten a lawsuit if they insist,’ Walmart shopper tells others of legal loophole to avoid showing them your receipt

New York Post

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A safety savvy content creator has revealed how to check for credit card skimmers at gas stations — reminding viewers to remain vigilant. The common scam costs both customers and banking institutions more than $1 billion per year, according to FBI estimates.

The TikTok tipmeister, who goes by FLM Flight, posted a video showing him pulling on the card-reading apparatus of a gas pump — an easy way to tell if the equipment has been tampered with, he said.



The simple hack to avoid credit card surcharges at cafes

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Make sure your credit card is never skimmed at the gas pump — keep your money safe with this simple hack

Georgia State

California State

USA TODAY

Credit card companies can now assign a unique code to firearms sellers known as the merchant category code. California requires it, Florida bans it.

California now forces credit cards to assign special code to gun stores as 16 states ban it

Adel, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Thomasville, GA

Vanishing Georgia

The Craftsman appearance of this cottage dates to circa 1920 but the house was built circa 1883. Joseph Young was a successful Black businessman in Thomasville and he often rented rooms in the house for overnight guests. He also housed overflow from the boarding house next door, owned by his family. Historically, Oak Street was […]

Joseph Young House, Circa 1883 + 1920, Thomasville

PYMNTS

As aggregators compete to win the spending of financially struggling consumers, more players in the space are expanding their acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments. Target-owned same-day delivery aggregator Shipt, for instance, recently said it has begun accepting these benefits on its marketplace, reaching...

Aggregators Expand SNAP EBT Acceptance to Woo Paycheck-to-Paycheck Shoppers

Phoenix, AZ

A video making the rounds on social media shows a police officer in Phoenix, Arizona pulling over a vehicle after it drove down a busy road in the opposing lane. But as the body cam footage, which was shared by AZCentral last week, quickly reveals, there's no human driver behind the wheel. It's a driverless taxi operated by self-driving car company Waymo — leading to an unusual and incredibly awkward interaction.

Police Pull Over Car for Driving on Wrong Side of Road, Startled to Discover It Has No Driver

Consumers lost $10 billion to fraud in 2023, according to the latest data from the Federal Trade Commission. And if you think it can’t happen to you, you’re only making yourself more susceptible to scammers. Banking scams can be tricky to spot, particularly with the rise of online...

Don’t Fall for These 10 Sneaky Banking Scams

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

About 80 people overtook Aurora’s City Council meeting Monday, causing the mayor to recess the meeting three times in an effort to bring about order. The council then agreed to extend public invited to be heard beyond the one-hour time limit. The speakers showed up to chide the City Council for not punishing the officer that shot and killed Kilyn Lewis. Lewis was a suspect in a crime which is why police approached him. Body camera footage released by the Aurora Police Department showed Lewis did not have a gun and repeatedly yelled “I don’t have nothing!” with his hands in the air. Despite this, officer Michael Dieck killed him with a single shot from his rifle. Lewis never had more than a cell phone in his hand, the video showed.

Supporters of Black man killed by Aurora police overtake council meeting

Wyoming State

WyoFile

A legislative working group on Tuesday drafted fortifications that tweak and clarify penalties regarding treatment of the state’s predators. The actions come in the aftermath of worldwide outrage over a Wyoming man who only received a citation after he ran down, muzzled and paraded a live wolf in a Daniel bar.

Prompted by Wyoming wolf incident, lawmakers tackle predator policy changes

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

Chicago Food Adventures

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

Boston, MA

One of the oldest churches in Boston, Trinity Missionary Baptist is a Freedmen’s congregation established in 1867. The present structure, likely dating to the early 1900s, is a typical uneven-steeple style common among Black churches at the time. It was originally a frame structure before the addition of the brick veneer. Boston Historic District, National […]

Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, Boston

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are currently looking for a place to call home and have heard it through the grapevine that you've got some pretty nice digs. If you fancy any of them, consider clicking on their links and getting in touch with their respective shelter. All of these cats are in the greater Kansas City area.

Five cats that would love to move in with you

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

How many times have you gone through a McDonald's drive-thru with the voice-activated order-taking technology system and needed to talk to a real person?. There have been at least three occasions where I had a question and kept saying, "real person, real person." And this was before I knew you could say this to get to a live order taker. I don't frequent McDonald's, but young children in the family love those Happy Meals.

Customers might not miss the voice-activated technology for order-taking at McDonald's

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In Fresh Hell, American Vending Machines are Selling Bullets Using Facial Recognition

Going to the vending machine — do you want something? Soda? Gum? A round or two of bullets?. A growing number of supermarkets in Alabama, Oklahoma,...

In Fresh Hell, American Vending Machines are Selling Bullets Using Facial Recognition

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