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#cybersecurity

I committed identity theft for a living. Now I help people lower their risk of getting hacked - here are the top 6 things everyone should do.

Brett Shannon Johnson emphasizes that understanding one's role in the cybercrime spectrum is crucial for designing effective personal security measures.

Are your Venmo transactions still public? Here's why - and how - to change that ASAP

Users must review their Venmo privacy settings to protect their personal information, as it's publicly visible by default.

I committed identity theft for a living. Now I help people lower their risk of getting hacked - here are the top 6 things everyone should do.

Brett Shannon Johnson emphasizes that understanding one's role in the cybercrime spectrum is crucial for designing effective personal security measures.

Are your Venmo transactions still public? Here's why - and how - to change that ASAP

Users must review their Venmo privacy settings to protect their personal information, as it's publicly visible by default.
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I'm A Woman Who Did A Solo Walk Across Europe. Here's The 1 Thing Most Men Don't Understand.

Walking long distances helps reconnect with the beauty of the world and fosters meaningful conversations about gender dynamics and safety concerns.

You Should Not Wear This Bitcoin Shirt - Here's Why

Wearing Bitcoin merchandise in public can attract unwanted attention and pose risks of crime.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused in new lawsuit of raping 16-year-old babysitter in NYC

Diddy is accused of raping a 16-year-old babysitter in a lawsuit filed in Manhattan, alleging coercion and manipulation before the assault.
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As a Solo Traveler of 14+ Years, These Are the 15 Personal Safety Devices I Recommend You Pack in 2025

Solo traveling offers liberation and self-discovery but requires thorough preparation for safety and confidence throughout the journey.

One Man Spent Years Infiltrating a Far Right Militia - This Is What He Found

John Williams lived in fear as a double agent infiltrating extremist groups, concerned for his safety and the potential of being discovered.
#data-security

Thieves are stealing phones to access victims' bank accounts, Boston police warn

Recent cellphone thefts in Boston are leading to fraudulent banking transactions, prompting police advice on safeguarding personal devices.

This Is The Single Biggest Red Flag That You're About To Get Scammed

Trust your instincts and verify claims before acting; scammers manipulate by using personal information.

Thieves are stealing phones to access victims' bank accounts, Boston police warn

Recent cellphone thefts in Boston are leading to fraudulent banking transactions, prompting police advice on safeguarding personal devices.

This Is The Single Biggest Red Flag That You're About To Get Scammed

Trust your instincts and verify claims before acting; scammers manipulate by using personal information.
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#gun-ownership

Two-Thirds of This State's Residents Are Gun Owners

Women are increasingly buying guns for personal protection amid safety concerns.
Gun ownership has reached 40% among Americans, with significant increases among women.

Moms who carry concealed weapons around their kids share why they do it - and the risks involved

Rising female gun ownership is influenced by mothers' desire for self-protection amid safety concerns.

Two-Thirds of This State's Residents Are Gun Owners

Women are increasingly buying guns for personal protection amid safety concerns.
Gun ownership has reached 40% among Americans, with significant increases among women.

Moms who carry concealed weapons around their kids share why they do it - and the risks involved

Rising female gun ownership is influenced by mothers' desire for self-protection amid safety concerns.
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3 weeks ago

7 times the Apple Watch predicted danger and saved a life in 2024

Wearables like smartwatches can provide critical health alerts that potentially save lives by detecting severe health issues, such as arrhythmias and heart failures.
#police-response

A sexually obscene phone call - and my two-year ordeal getting police to act

Women journalists face significant risks, including sexual harassment, that can stem from their work.

Catching the snatchers: Fightback as London becomes the phone theft capital of Europe

The alarming rise of phone theft in London poses significant personal and professional risks to victims.

A sexually obscene phone call - and my two-year ordeal getting police to act

Women journalists face significant risks, including sexual harassment, that can stem from their work.

Catching the snatchers: Fightback as London becomes the phone theft capital of Europe

The alarming rise of phone theft in London poses significant personal and professional risks to victims.
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I moved from New York to Portugal for graduate school. I fell in love, got engaged, and have no plans to move back to the US.

Nicole Echeverria moved from the US to Portugal seeking safety and opportunity, prioritizing life experience through education abroad.

Shouting madman stabs NYC subway rider who was watching Netflix hours after teen slashed in separate transit attack: cops

A subway attack on a man watching Netflix led him to feel fearful about riding the subway again.
#kristin-cavallari

Kristin Cavallari caught intruder crawling on her floor as she slept in Bahamas resort

Kristin Cavallari experienced a frightening home invasion while vacationing in the Bahamas, which she later chose not to tell her children about.

Kristin Cavallari details seeing an intruder in her bedroom while her son slept next to her

Cavallari faced an intruder while on vacation, demonstrating remarkable calmness initially due to protective instincts for her children.

Kristin Cavallari reveals she woke up in bed to intruder crawling on her floor: 'I started shaking'

Kristin Cavallari shared a frightening experience of waking up to an intruder in her home, highlighting the instincts parents have in crisis situations.

Kristin Cavallari caught intruder crawling on her floor as she slept in Bahamas resort

Kristin Cavallari experienced a frightening home invasion while vacationing in the Bahamas, which she later chose not to tell her children about.

Kristin Cavallari details seeing an intruder in her bedroom while her son slept next to her

Cavallari faced an intruder while on vacation, demonstrating remarkable calmness initially due to protective instincts for her children.

Kristin Cavallari reveals she woke up in bed to intruder crawling on her floor: 'I started shaking'

Kristin Cavallari shared a frightening experience of waking up to an intruder in her home, highlighting the instincts parents have in crisis situations.
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#crime

'It doesn't feel like we're any closer to justice'

The attack on Tom Savage was unprovoked and left him with severe, life-altering injuries.

Rihanna's former bodyguard rushed to hospital after shooting in Finglas

Mr. Keating has faced ongoing threats to his safety, culminating in a shotgun attack in Finglas.

'It doesn't feel like we're any closer to justice'

The attack on Tom Savage was unprovoked and left him with severe, life-altering injuries.

Rihanna's former bodyguard rushed to hospital after shooting in Finglas

Mr. Keating has faced ongoing threats to his safety, culminating in a shotgun attack in Finglas.
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#self-defense

A random woman threw acid in her face; 18 months later, scars fade as impact lingers

The importance of being aware of surroundings and recording incidents can help in identifying suspects and seeking justice.

Opinion | Bear Spray for the Subway

Bear spray could be a viable alternative for personal defense for New Yorkers, given the restrictive pepper-spray laws.

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

The IMPACT Bay Area class provides vital self-defense skills focusing on situational awareness and effective verbal de-escalation techniques.

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

This class offers free self-defense training focused on empowerment, awareness, and effective techniques to deter harassment.

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

The IMPACT Bay Area offers a free introductory self-defense class focusing on empowerment for all genders.

A random woman threw acid in her face; 18 months later, scars fade as impact lingers

The importance of being aware of surroundings and recording incidents can help in identifying suspects and seeking justice.

Opinion | Bear Spray for the Subway

Bear spray could be a viable alternative for personal defense for New Yorkers, given the restrictive pepper-spray laws.

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

The IMPACT Bay Area class provides vital self-defense skills focusing on situational awareness and effective verbal de-escalation techniques.

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

This class offers free self-defense training focused on empowerment, awareness, and effective techniques to deter harassment.

Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

The IMPACT Bay Area offers a free introductory self-defense class focusing on empowerment for all genders.
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Intro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | Berkeley

The class offers empowerment self-defense training focused on situational awareness and personal safety.

After I Was Pickpocketed Abroad, I'm Gifting These 10 Personal Safety Devices to My Travel-loving Friends

Choose personal safety items as thoughtful gifts for travelers to help minimize pickpocketing risks and enhance travel security.
#trauma

Woman details being beaten in racially charged attack in SF; suspect is repeat offender

The attack on Wendy Drew illustrates the ongoing issues of racial violence and personal safety in urban environments.

What It's Like to Watch Your Sexual Assault Get Turned Into an Episode of Law & Order: SVU

The author's personal experience highlights the inadequacy of traditional safety lessons for women prior to the #MeToo movement.

Woman details being beaten in racially charged attack in SF; suspect is repeat offender

The attack on Wendy Drew illustrates the ongoing issues of racial violence and personal safety in urban environments.

What It's Like to Watch Your Sexual Assault Get Turned Into an Episode of Law & Order: SVU

The author's personal experience highlights the inadequacy of traditional safety lessons for women prior to the #MeToo movement.
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His Facebook was a shrine to my face': the day I caught my catfish

The discovery of an impostor online highlights the unsettling reality of personal identity being appropriated without consent.

I Tried to Hate-Ride a Waymo. Turns Out, I Loved It - Streetsblog USA

Autonomous vehicles provide an unexpected sense of freedom and safety, especially for individuals who often feel the need to perform in human driver interactions.
#womens-safety

Stalking Is Always Scary. It's Even More Terrifying if You're Faceblind

Being open about having prosopagnosia has sparked conversations about the societal implications of cognitive differences and personal safety.

I feared for my life': stories of sexual harassment on the Camino de Santiago

Women walking the Camino de Santiago face significant risks of sexual harassment and violence.

Stalking Is Always Scary. It's Even More Terrifying if You're Faceblind

Being open about having prosopagnosia has sparked conversations about the societal implications of cognitive differences and personal safety.

I feared for my life': stories of sexual harassment on the Camino de Santiago

Women walking the Camino de Santiago face significant risks of sexual harassment and violence.
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Americans Who Want Out

Many liberals are genuinely considering emigration if Trump is reelected due to deep fears regarding personal safety and societal issues.

2 Transgender People Killed In Northwest Pakistan

Caution is necessary when engaging with online content in Russia and its controlled regions due to strict laws against certain activities.

One Tech Tip: Here's what you need to do before and after your phone is stolen or lost

Phone theft poses significant security risks, prompting government action and individual precautions.
Protecting your device with passwords and backups is crucial in the event of theft.
#theft

How to protect yourself from Venmo, Zelle and Cash App scams that ruin your savings in seconds

Mobile payment apps pose risks to both financial security and personal safety.
Manhattan district attorney demands improved security measures from app companies.

Kerry Katona 'fears leaving house' after thief snatches her Gucci bag from Mayfair hotel

The theft of Kerry Katona's bag has left her feeling unsafe and fearful of leaving her house.

How to protect yourself from Venmo, Zelle and Cash App scams that ruin your savings in seconds

Mobile payment apps pose risks to both financial security and personal safety.
Manhattan district attorney demands improved security measures from app companies.

Kerry Katona 'fears leaving house' after thief snatches her Gucci bag from Mayfair hotel

The theft of Kerry Katona's bag has left her feeling unsafe and fearful of leaving her house.
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I'm a Travel Writer, and This $20 Personal Safety Device Comes With Me on Every Trip I Take

The She's Birdie Personal Safety Alarm is an essential tool for personal safety, offering peace of mind for women traveling or commuting alone.
#mental-health

SF's Homeless Sweeps Have Cleared Over 1,200 Tents. Where Are People Going? | KQED

Many unhoused individuals prefer discreet living arrangements over communal shelters due to personal safety and comfort.
Mental health and substance use issues contribute to resistance against accepting traditional housing services.

Comedian who impersonates Kamala Harris files $20M NYC suit against Morgan Stanley banker's son over 'attempted murder'

The lawsuit details a violent incident where the comedian was attacked by her ex-boyfriend in a fit of jealousy, causing physical and emotional trauma.

SF's Homeless Sweeps Have Cleared Over 1,200 Tents. Where Are People Going? | KQED

Many unhoused individuals prefer discreet living arrangements over communal shelters due to personal safety and comfort.
Mental health and substance use issues contribute to resistance against accepting traditional housing services.

Comedian who impersonates Kamala Harris files $20M NYC suit against Morgan Stanley banker's son over 'attempted murder'

The lawsuit details a violent incident where the comedian was attacked by her ex-boyfriend in a fit of jealousy, causing physical and emotional trauma.
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Boat stranded on Bay Area beach after 5 people rescued

Five people were rescued from a sportfishing boat taking on water at Ocean Beach, highlighting the importance of safety measures like personal flotation devices.

Ben Ainslie: We were having a tussle and then I saw a guy pull a knife out'

Ben Ainslie experienced a life-threatening mugging in Barcelona, showcasing the intersection of his sports obsession and the unpredictability of life.

Lions' Campbell doxxed by daughter's classmate

Dan Campbell's home address leak led to harassment, prompting him to sell his house.
The situation raised serious safety concerns for Campbell's family, particularly their daughter.

Kamala Harris Issues Warning to Intruders: If Somebody Breaks Into My House, They're Getting Shot'

Kamala Harris emphasizes the need for common-sense gun laws while asserting her support for the Second Amendment, including measures like assault weapon bans.

Someone Tried to Break Into My House: How I Chose a Security System

A recent break-in attempt highlighted the need for an effective home security system in a home with previously relaxed safety measures.

5 Unexpected Ways You Can Make Your Airbnb Instantly Safer - Starting at $12

Airbnb guests should follow safety practices and pack small, practical items for personal safety without overpacking or creating unnecessary fear.
#elon-musk

Elon Musk now travels with up to 20 bodyguards who refer to him by the code name 'Voyager,' report says

Elon Musk's security team has grown significantly due to rising threats, with expenses potentially exceeding $100,000 monthly.

Paranoid Elon Musk Now Constantly Surrounded by 20 Armed Bodyguards and a Medic

Elon Musk's rising public profile has led him to increase his personal security significantly in response to credible threats against his life.

Elon Musk now travels with up to 20 bodyguards who refer to him by the code name 'Voyager,' report says

Elon Musk's security team has grown significantly due to rising threats, with expenses potentially exceeding $100,000 monthly.

Paranoid Elon Musk Now Constantly Surrounded by 20 Armed Bodyguards and a Medic

Elon Musk's rising public profile has led him to increase his personal security significantly in response to credible threats against his life.
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Asking Eric: This woman at Costco got in trouble and berated me for it

It's better to offer help while ensuring personal safety and acknowledging one's limitations.

From School Librarian to Activist: The Hate Level and the Vitriol Is Unreal'

Amanda Jones highlights the intense backlash librarians face when opposing book bans, illustrating the struggle for intellectual freedom in schools and communities.

A four-pack of Samsung SmartTag 2 trackers drops to $60 for Labor Day

Samsung's SmartTag 2 is now $60 for a four-pack, the lowest price yet, emphasizing its strong tracking capabilities.

How to catch a package thief: This California woman used an Apple AirTag

A Southern California woman used an Apple AirTag to track and identify package thieves, showcasing innovative personal safety measures.

Alleged sexual misconduct by lawyers isn't uncommon. But facing punishment is tricky

Legal tech consultant's personal experience tied to the vast legal industry highlights the need for safety awareness in professional settings.

People Are Sharing Their Scariest Travel Stories, And I Think It Cured My Wanderlust

Always verify the essential details - such as car model and license plate - before getting into an Uber to ensure safety.

Sadiq Khan: I was sent a bullet in the post at height of anti-Ulez protests

The book by Mr. Khan reveals the personal threats and challenges faced during the implementation of the Ulez expansion in London.

The Constituent review timely Joe Penhall political drama makes the specific universal

Joe Penhall's drama 'A Very British Scandal' offers a unique perspective on political themes, focusing on personal safety and community responsibility.
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