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A relative in trouble will usually prompt people to do whatever they can to help. Some thieves count on that as they attempt to trick thousands of dollars out of their victims. This article describes a real life example of the relative in trouble scam. Also included are tips to help you not become a victim.
Words: 540 Downloads: 0 Category: Home By: Salem WashingtonCrooks know that fear is effective in catching potential victims off guard. The hostage scam definitely uses that fear to force victims to hand over thousands of dollars in a hurry. This article provides an example of one recent hostage scam attempt and includes advice for how to avoid becoming a victim.
Words: 362 Downloads: 0 Category: Home By: Salem WashingtonThe old lottery scam is still an effective way for thieves to rake in thousands of dollars with little effort. This article provides a real life example of a recent scam attempt. Also included are tips for avoiding the scheme.
Words: 414 Downloads: 0 Category: Home By: Salem WashingtonCrooks will find just about any way imaginable to snatch your valuables. This article provides a real-life example of how a distraction theft is done. Also included are safety tips to help you avoid becoming a victim.
Words: 361 Downloads: 0 Category: Home By: Salem WashingtonEven in the most contentious of elections there are always reports of low voter turnout. Nonetheless, there are constantly efforts to entice citizens to the polls because of strong beliefs in the power of the vote. This article offers several examples, both historical and contemporary, of the importance of voting.
Words: 605 Downloads: 0 Category: Politics By: Salem WashingtonA new documentary film takes on the conflict between science and religion in the form of evolution versus creationism. Specifically, the film examines what happens in science classrooms when the subject of evolution comes up. This review looks at how the film tries to accomplish its mission.
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