How to protect yourself from scams: six easy ways to stay safe
Whether on social media, online shopping or fielding calls, there is plenty you can do to cut the risk of being caught out
There are lots of different methods fraudsters will use to try to trick people into sharing their financial or personal information. What they often have in common, however, is that they will try to get you to act quickly.
Continue reading...
Read more at The Guardian
Topics
-
Yes, You Can Get Insurance to Protect Yourself From Being ‘Canceled’
An insurance company now offers a new type of policy for executives and celebrities who are concerned about “cancel culture.”Inc. - 4d -
Here are easy ways protect yourself from a stock-market crash
Also: Apple’s good news, tax tips for investors and advice from the Moneyist.MarketWatch - 5d -
6 Easy Ways to Cultivate Emotional Intelligence as a Leader
Research shows that emotionally intelligent bosses make for happier, more creative employees.Inc. - Jan. 28 -
How to stay safe in a storm and what to do in a power cut
The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather are damaging homes and causing power outages.BBC News - Jan. 24 -
Staying safe in dangerous cold weather
Millions of Americans are dealing with dangerous, freezing temperatures this week. Michael George has more on how to stay safe and warm.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
IRS delays after ID thefts 'unconscionable,' watchdog says. Here are 3 ways to protect yourself
A new tax season is nearly here, and with it an opportunity for identity thieves to take advantage of taxpayers. So what can taxpayers do to protect themselves in 2025?The Hill - Jan. 12 -
How to Protect Yourself from Norovirus, COVID-19, Flu and RSV
If you want to avoid seasonal sickness or treat it, here are some tips.Inc. - Jan. 11 -
It's sick season. Here's how to protect yourself from norovirus, COVID, flu and RSV
In the winter months, it seems few are safe from some kind of illness — flu, COVID-19, norovirus, coldsABC News - Jan. 11 -
How Wildfire Smoke Affects Your Health—and How You Can Protect Yourself
Exposure to smoke is dangerous regardless of your health status, so follow these steps to limit the risk.Wired - Jan. 10
More from The Guardian
-
Trump’s declaration US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip sparks global condemnation – live
UK, Germany, China, Iran, Turkey and Saudi Arabia speak against announcement described as ethnic cleansing by human rights groups. Full report: Trump says US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip ‘We ...The Guardian - 31m -
Hundreds of women raped and burned to death after Goma prison set on fire
Atrocity follows escape of thousands of male inmates amid chaos as Rwandan-backed M23 rebels seize eastern DRC city. Hundreds of women were raped and burned alive during the chaos after a ...The Guardian - 10h -
Trump is attempting to ‘destroy’ government, largest federal union warns Congress – live
Union president tells House committee Trump issuing ‘legally dubious policy to drain departments and agencies of experienced and dedicated professionals’ . Donald Trump will sign an executive ...The Guardian - 29m -
Rahim Al-Hussaini named as 50th Aga Khan after death of father
New title holder becomes the spiritual leader of the world’s millions of Ismaili Muslims. Rahim Al-Hussaini has been named the new Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world’s millions of Ismaili ...The Guardian - 54m -
Örebro school shooting was one-man operation, police say
Swedish officers working to identify victims and say evidence strongly suggests gunman shot himself. The gun attack that left 11 people dead in the Swedish city of Örebro was “a one-man ...The Guardian - 1h
More in World
-
Live Updates: Allies, Foes and Palestinians Reject Trump’s Gaza Takeover Talk
Middle East partners, world leaders and Gazans swiftly opposed President Trump’s idea to force Palestinians out of the territory and take it over. Experts said the plan would violate international ...The New York Times - 21m -
Palestinians in Gaza Condemn Trump’s Takeover Proposal
“They talk about us as if we don’t exist, as if we can just be moved like pieces on a chessboard,” said one Gaza resident. “But we are people — mothers, daughters, teachers and doctors.”The New York Times - 21m -
US Postal Service briefly halts packages arriving from China and Hong Kong
Normal service resumes after initial suspension, in latest episode of growing trade war between the US and China. US politics live – latest updates The US Postal Service briefly suspended ...The Guardian - 21m -
Trump is attempting to ‘destroy’ government, largest federal union warns Congress – live
Union president tells House committee Trump issuing ‘legally dubious policy to drain departments and agencies of experienced and dedicated professionals’ . Donald Trump will sign an executive ...The Guardian - 29m -
Trump’s declaration US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip sparks global condemnation – live
UK, Germany, China, Iran, Turkey and Saudi Arabia speak against announcement described as ethnic cleansing by human rights groups. Full report: Trump says US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip ‘We ...The Guardian - 31m