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CYBERSECURITY experts have uncovered a mobile spyware application targeting Android smartphones. The malware hides itself on the home screen and operates stealthily in the background, managing to “steal” confidential data and monitor user activity. The rise of smartphones has also led to a rise in hackers, who, in turn, create apps designed to steal sensitive […]

Terrifying Android ‘spy app’ hides itself on your phone and records screen as experts reveal list of rules to stay safe

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

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Even though most iPhone users assume all of the apps that can be found in the App Store are vetted enough by Apple to be deemed safe, that doesn’t mean tech experts actually recommend downloading them. There are several apps that can get around the r...

3 Apps To Avoid Downloading To Keep Your iPhone Running Smoothly: Facebook Messenger & More

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

One of the most common tricks hackers use is to dupe you into thinking your iPhone has already been compromised. Once you’re gripped by fear, you’re more likely to unwittingly follow their instructions that ultimately give the scammer the access they’re looking for. If you see any...

Hackers Use These 6 Sentences to Trick iPhone Users

Your Android phone is about to get an AI-powered anti-theft upgrade that can keep your personal information safe. In May of this year, Google teased a new Theft Detection Lock tool for Android phones. Expected to debut with Android 15, the feature would sense a device's motion -- such as someone snatching a phone and then running, biking, or driving away -- and immediately lock the screen, Google said.

Your Android phone is getting an anti-theft upgrade, thanks to AI. How it works

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Exclusive: Instructions show how to trick teenagers into sending intimate photos to blackmail them financially

Sextortion guides and manuals found on Telegram and YouTube

Los Angeles, CA

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

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- Advertisement - A controversial bill that would expand the eligibility of California’s Dream for All, a first-time homebuyer down payment assistance program, to undocumented immigrants has passed the California Senate and is facing increased scrutiny. AB 1840, now up for a vote in the California Senate, would expand...

Controversial bill to expand Dream for All eligibility to undocumented immigrants passes California Senate

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

CALIFORNIA is joining the growing list of states that let you add your driver's license to the iPhone. The feature lets you store a driver's license or state ID inside the Apple Wallet app. It means you can present either of them just by showing an iPhone or Apple Watch.

Americans can add driver’s license to iPhone in major upgrade – full list of states with virtual ID and how to add yours

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

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A state Supreme Court’s decision reversing a lower court’s ruling that a private contractor was exempt from the Georgia Open Records Act is being hailed as a win for open government.

State Supreme Court rules Open Records Act applies to private contractors working for governments

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

- Advertisement - North Korea reportedly purchased luxury goods worth approximately $38 million from China in the first half of this year, according to recent data. Yoon Sang-hyun, a lawmaker from South Korea’s ruling People Power Party, released a press release on August 20, revealing the findings from an analysis of the General Administration of Customs of China’s statistics for the first half of the year.

North Korea’s luxury imports from China surge to $38M, fueling speculation of regime loyalty gifts

Appling County, GA

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

- Advertisement - North Korea has significantly increased its imports of bedroom furniture and feathers from China last month, raising speculation that the country might be preparing for large-scale accommodations aimed at boosting tourism revenue. According to a report by Voice of America (VOA) on August 21, a detailed analysis...

North Korea ramps up imports of bedroom furniture and feathers, fueling speculation of major tourism push

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Scammers are impersonating Best Buy and PayPal in e-mail and texts to steal money

- Advertisement - As more people use their smartphones to shop and send money online, consumers need to be on the lookout for increasingly sophisticated scams,...

Scammers are impersonating Best Buy and PayPal in e-mail and texts to steal money

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