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Breaking Tech News You Need to Know May 15, 2020 |
The secret about ransomware attacks hackers don’t want you to know If you get attacked with ransomware, you might be tempted to pay up and get on with your life. But that's the biggest mistake you could make, and studies have shown that paying the hackers will actually double your costs of recovery. Here's what you should actually do if you ever cross paths with a nasty ransomware attack. Tap or click here to see why it doesn't pay to pay the ransom. → |
Grocery prices hit 50-year high – here’s what’s more expensive Grocery bill steadily rising? You're not alone, and it's not just because you're cooking more meals at home now. The pandemic is sending grocery prices through the roof. We'll tell you which items you can expect to shell out more for the next time you head to the store. Tap or click here to find out how much prices have increased. → |
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Online calculator predicts your risk of dying from COVID-19 Do you know your risk factor for COVID-19? The symptoms can vary widely from person to person, and while some groups may show little-to-no symptoms, others can fall deathly ill from the virus. This calculator uses real healthcare data from millions of patients to tell you what kind of risk you face from the global pandemic. Tap or click here to see if you can beat the virus. → |
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Sleep away the stress with this weighted blanket Studies show that weighted blankets can relieve a range of stress symptoms, allowing even the most restless sleeper to drift off more easily. This microfiber blanket is cozy on the outside, with tiny glass beads inside that apply gentle, soothing pressure while you rest. Get this Weighted Anti-Anxiety Blanket for 60% off. → | Facebook moderators collect damages after suffering PTSD With all the horrible content that actually makes it onto Facebook, I’ve wondered what gets filtered out and who does the job. It’s a team of moderators, and Facebook is paying out millions of dollars to compensate them for mental health issues developed on the job. Tap or click to listen to the latest Consumer Tech Update. → |
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Mask off: Man escapes jail thanks to COVID-19 switcheroo Authorities have caught a man who managed to escape from jail by taking advantage of these unusual times. As an inmate at Cook County Jail, Jahquez Scott made a special arrangement with another inmate who was scheduled to be released. By wearing a medical mask and trading clothes with his co-conspirator, Scott was able to walk right through the jailhouse doors as soon as the other inmate’s name was called. Unfortunately for him, the sheriff's department caught on to the ruse and both inmates are now back in jail with additional charges and fines on their record. The worst part: Scott had promised to pay the other inmate only $500 for the privilege of using his clothes and identity. Compared to the charges of aiding and abetting a felon, that’s chump change! If only they had planned ahead like the Alcatraz escapees. Tap or click here to see Buzzfeed Unsolved’s deep dive into the Alcatraz Prison break. → |
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