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Protecting yourself from tax identity theft
Karla Dennis is an enrolled tax agent with KDA Incorporated, a tax strategy business. She joined CBS News to discuss how to protect yourself from someone stealing your identity and filing a tax ...CBS News - Mar. 11 -
How to avoid identity theft during tax season
Nearly two-thirds of people worry scammers will steal their personal information to file a fraudulent tax return, according to an Allstate Insurance survey.The Hill - 4d -
Ex-Michigan coach charged with hacking to access students' private pics
Weiss, 42, is charged with 14 counts of unauthorized access to computers and 10 counts of aggravated identity theft.CBS News - Mar. 21 -
Social Security Will Require Online or In Person Identity Checks
The new rule would require people who want to make changes to first verify their identity online or in person.The New York Times - Mar. 19 -
Grand Theft Auto 5 Enhanced Mod-Conversion Tool Coming From Rockstar-Owned Team
The PC version of Grand Theft Auto 5 has been out for almost a decade, and it's been endlessly modded in the intervening 10 years. However, the recently released Grand Theft Auto 5 Enhanced ...GameSpot - Mar. 14 -
What Grand Theft Auto V’s PC update says about furnishing older games with current tech
Despite being a decade old, the PC version of Grand Theft Auto V is getting updates. And that's smart for the future of the series.VentureBeat - Mar. 5 -
Social Security Administration to emphasize in-person office visits to curb identity fraud
New identity proofing procedures to be implemented by the Social Security Administration will require more individuals to visit the agency's offices in person.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
2025 MiLB alternate identities bring plenty of wild names
The trend of minor league teams adopting "alternate identities" for exclusive games is sweeping the nation.ESPN - 2d -
Social Security in-person identity check angers retirees, advocates
Beginning March 31, those who cannot verify their identity over the agency's online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person.CBS News - Mar. 21 -
Thefts at athletes' homes underscore weakness in post-9/11 anti-terrorist program
NBC News confirmed that some of those charged in thefts at athletes' homes traveled under the U.S. visa waiver partnership with Chile, and stayed longer than allowed.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
Why You Should Sign Up for an I.R.S. Identity Protection PIN
With employees from the so-called Department of Government Efficiency poking around in agency systems, faith in data security isn’t what it once was. The tool, an identity protection PIN, can help.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Social Security Administration delays timeline for new identity proofing policies following complaints
The Social Security Administration is revising new identity proofing policy changes following complaints from customers, Congress, advocates and others.CNBC - 1d -
Social Security Administration delays timeline for new identity proofing policies following complaints
The Social Security Administration is revising new identity proofing policy changes following complaints from customers, Congress, advocates and others.CNBC - 1d -
How I wound up covering March Madness today with my identical twin
Ole Miss basketball is facing Iowa State in the second round of the NCAA tournament. The matchup has a special meaning for identical twin writers.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Congress must end legalized theft on US highways
Marine veteran Stephen Lara lost his life savings in a highway stop by Nevada State Police, who seized his cash, highlighting the need for the Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration Act to protect ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah review – a masterclass in quicksilver storytelling
The Nobel laureate’s wonderful new novel connects a trio of east African teens as they come of age, moving from small-scale dramas to wide-ranging social panoramas. The receipt of a big award ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
Vehicle thefts drop, but these models are still big targets
About 850,700 vehicles were stolen in the U.S. last year, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau.The Hill - Mar. 18 -
Pizza Hut franchisee accused of 'wage theft'
The Glenshire Group altered old timesheets and stopped petrol money, a grievance seen exclusively by the BBC claims.BBC News - 4d -
In the slender and lovely 'The Actor,' an amnesiac clings to his identity
'Anomalisa' co-director Duke Johnson returns with another surreal romance about a lost soul, this one starring André Holland, Gemma Chan and Toby Jones.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 12 -
How Separating Personal and Professional Identities Maximizes Growth
Unhealthy dependency is risky, learn to recognize the problem and fix it.Inc. - Mar. 15 -
WATCH: Identical twin brothers take on ballet world
Naazir and Shaakir Muhammad reflect on professional ballet career while breaking down stereotypes along the way.ABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Identical twin brothers take on ballet world
Naazir and Shaakir Muhammad reflect on professional ballet career while breaking down stereotypes along the way.ABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Identical twin brothers take on ballet world
Naazir and Shaakir Muhammad reflect on professional ballet career while breaking down stereotypes along the way.ABC News - 4d -
Influencer's theft of baby wombat from mother sparks fury
A U.S. influencer has drawn criticism in Australia, including from the country’s prime minister, for filming herself snatching a baby wombat from its mother.NBC News - Mar. 13 -
Attempted Theft and Poisoning of a Star Reindeer Leaves Anchorage Miffed
Star VII, the unofficial mascot for the Alaska city, nearly died when a person sprayed it with air freshener, the animal’s owner said.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Former Eminem employee charged in theft of dozens of unreleased songs
"The significant damage caused by a trusted employee to Eminem's artistic legacy and creative integrity cannot be overstated," a spokesman said.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 20 -
WATCH: Golden retriever takes 'retriever' identity very seriously
Brooks the golden retriever loves collecting sticks and is determined to carry a massive stick home through the streets of Charleston, South Carolina.ABC News - Mar. 6 -
Federal Appeals Court Dismisses Florida Case Over Gender Identity in Schools
The mother at the center of the case, January Littlejohn, was a guest of the first lady Melania Trump at President Trump’s speech to Congress last week.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Behold The Mourinho Identity: maniacally self-serving but essentially unbroken | Barney Ronay
Despite defeat with Fenerbahce, history is being kind to flawed revolutionary and his two underdog Champions League titles. There was an early moment of excitement at the start of Thursday night’s ...The Guardian - Mar. 15 -
Relentless Newcastle can fashion new identity in their moment of history | Jonathan Liew
After decades of being a club built on resistance, this could be moment they finally joined football’s establishment. The last few minutes are a kind of perfection. Liverpool score after a video ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
Education Dept. opens investigation into California schools' gender identity law
The Department of Education is investigating a California law that bars public schools from disclosing to parents the sexual orientation of their children.NBC News - 1d -
Education Dept. opens investigation into California schools' gender identity law
The Department of Education is investigating a California law that bars public schools from disclosing to parents the sexual orientation of their children.NBC News - 1d -
Sorry Mike Tomlin, Najee Harris is right about Steelers' identity issues
Najee Harris' comments and criticisms on the Steelers' defense-first mentality proves why HC Mike Tomlin needs to adapt on offense.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
GTA 6 Map Recreation In GTA 5 Taken Down After Take-Two Copyright Strike
The GTA modder and superfan who goes by the handle Dark Space caught the attention of fans by recently releasing a playable recreation of the Grand Theft Auto 6 map in Grand Theft Auto 5 . ...GameSpot - 3d -
NYC Subway Crime Report Shows Random Assaults Outnumber Robberies
While crime remains rare in the New York City subway, a surge in unpredictable attacks, not motivated by theft, signals a worrisome shift.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
The war on encryption is dangerous
Government demands to access encrypted data via back doors will leave it vulnerable to hacks, breaches and theftFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
Earrings worth $769,500 recovered by Florida police after alleged thief swallows them
The man allegedly swallowed two pairs of earrings worth $769,500 (£597,000) hoping to avoid being charged with theft.BBC News - 6d -
Trade wars hit an American favorite and a baby theft sparks outrage: The news quiz
Trump’s trade war heated up, NASA astronauts faced another setback, and a soccer team revealed its ambitious plans.NBC News - Mar. 15 -
‘It’s like a men’s shed’: inside the Pokémon trading card communities rocked by a string of brazen thefts
The value of Pokémon cards is booming, but for people who gather weekly to trade and battle their Pikachus and Togepis, the cards mean much more than cash. On a sleepy Tuesday night, beneath an ...The Guardian - Mar. 15
