People older than 60 lost more money in scams in 2023 than the previous year — an 11% increase totaling more $3.4 billion overall, according to a new report released by the FBI on Tuesday. Commonly known as “elder fraud,” financial crimes against seniors totaled $3.4 billion in 2023, up from $3.1 billion in 2022, according to the FBI’s 2023 “Elder Fraud Report.” There was also a 14% increase in complaints filed with the FBI by elderly victims. There were 101,068 complaints filed by people over the age of 60 in 2023 compared to 88,262 in 2022, the FBI data…
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House Democratic leadership announced on Tuesday that if a motion to vacate Speaker Mike Johnson is brought to the House floor for a vote, they would vote to table the effort — effectively saving the speaker from ouster. Less than an hour later, Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene indicated that she will trigger a move to oust Johnson to put members on the record. Greene introduced a motion to vacate the speaker’s chair last month. Her push to remove Johnson came after a vote to fund the government to prevent a shutdown — which Johnson needed Democratic votes to pass.…
Haiti’s transitional ruling council, which is leading the Caribbean nation following the resignation of its prime minister amid a wave of gang violence, chose politician Edgard Leblanc Fils as its head on Tuesday April 30. Announcement of the selection, which took place during a ceremony in the capital Port-au-Prince, comes after the long-awaited council was sworn in last week, marking a step forward in restoring functional government. Leblanc Fils, a former Senate president, will have a coordinating role within the nine-member governing body as it attempts to restore a semblance of order. The new council came to power as the…
The National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) Managing Director Joseph Kimote is among those to be charged with fraud in the fake fertilizer scandal. He was arrested on Tuesday evening, police said. Also targeted for prosecution are his legal official John Ngetich and John Mbaya Matiri who is the chairman of business committee at NCPB. Officials said also to be prosecuted is businessman Josiah Kariuki who is the director SBL Innovate Manufacturer and African Diatomite Industries Limited. This is after the Director of Public Prosecution approved police plans to charge the individuals over the scam. The DPP also approved charges…
Situated in the serene landscapes of Kansas, the affluent city of Leawood exudes a charm that extends to all aspects of life, including healthcare. For residents seeking dental solutions, the city offers not just expertise but also a commitment to comfort and care, especially in implant dentistry. This sophisticated dental procedure, aimed at restoring smiles and confidence, is seamlessly integrated into the fabric of Leawood’s professional dental care landscape. In this article, you embark on a journey through the comfortable path to implant dentistry in this city, exploring professional care by a leawood dentist and essential facts that guide patients…
In today’s swiftly evolving world, the blend of education and technology has initiated a pioneering age for teaching and learning. The incorporation of digital technology in education is altering customary practices, making learning more approachable, immersive, and productive. This article, prepared by essay writing service company Essaypay investigates the considerable impact of current technology on education and delves into the matter: how does technology impact education? It continues to scrutinize how these progressions reshape the academic panorama. The Evolution of Educational Technology How Has Technology Changed Education? Technology has substantially changed the educational domain by fostering more interactive and customized…
Motorists plying the Mai Mahiu-Suswa/Narok highway were Monday advised to seek for alternative routes after debris was swept into the roads following Sunday night’s heavy downpour. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA) issued an alert on Monday, saying motorists should brace for heavy traffic along the said roads as they are impassable at the moment. “The Kenya National Highways Authority would like to notify the public of the closure of Mai Mahiu – Narok Road.” “This follows sudden siltation, coupled with heavy debris deposited on a section stretching over a kilometre this evening at Suswa area, about 27 kilometres from…
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an appeal from Elon Musk over a settlement with securities regulators that requires him to get approval in advance of some tweets that relate to Tesla, the electric vehicle company he leads. The justices did not comment in leaving in place lower-court rulings against Musk, who complained that the requirement amounts to “prior restraint” on his speech in violation of the First Amendment. The case stems from tweets Musk posted in 2018 in which he claimed he had secured funding to take Tesla private. The tweets caused the company’s share price to jump and…
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump in Miami on Sunday morning, multiple sources tell ABC News, marking the latest development in the pair’s rocky relationship following a contentious GOP primary in which Trump won out over DeSantis. DeSantis requested the meeting with Trump through a mutual contact hoping to “bury the hatchet,” according to one source familiar with the interaction. Real estate investor Steve Witkoff arranged the meeting, a second source said. DeSantis had breakfast with Trump while he was playing golf. DeSantis’ office declined to comment; Trump’s campaign did not respond to a request…
Details have emerged on what caused the deadly flooding in Mai Mahiu Monday dawn. Officials said a blocked railway drainage accumulated water before its wall burst. Heavy rains had been experienced on Sunday in the area and upper sides of Kinale. “In the current unusual rains, the ‘Dark Tunnel’ – the railway line drainage at Old Kijabe- blocked leading to disastrous accumulation of water that broke the wall causing floods earlier today (Monday).” “This has caused loss of lives and adversely affected Old Kijabe and Mai Mahiu and its environs,” said Chege Macharia, the executive director of Kijabe Hospital. There…
A burglary ring that allegedly stole more than $4 million worth of jewelry mostly from the homes of South Asians in over two dozen communities has been broken up, the Massachusetts State Police said. Four people, including two brothers, were indicted April 18 after a nine-month investigation on 95 counts of unarmed burglary and breaking and entering a dwelling house in the daytime with intent to commit a felony. Police on Friday said the Providence-based theft crew broke into homes in 25 Massachusetts communities between July 21, 2018 and March 30. Police say the gang targeted South Asian homes because…
Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest for international travel, will move its operations to the city-state’s second, sprawling airfield in its southern desert reaches “within the next 10 years” in a project worth nearly $35 billion, its ruler said Sunday. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s announcement marks the latest chapter in the rebound of its long-haul carrier Emirates after the coronavirus pandemic grounded international travel. Plans have been on the books for years to move the operations of the airport known as DXB to Al Maktoum International Airport at Dubai World Central which had also been delayed by the…
A 14-year-old Florida boy told police he accidentally shot and killed his 11-year-old brother after finding a gun in an alley near their home, authorities said. St. Petersburg police responded to the family’s home shortly after noon on Friday and found Amir Williams suffering from a gunshot wound, according to a police news release. The boy died at the scene. Students had the day off from school on Friday, and Amir was home with his older brother and 13-year-old sister, police said. The children’s mother wasn’t home. Amir’s brother told investigators he found the gun and that no one else…
Nicole Kidman said “it is a privilege to make films” after being honoured with an American Film Institute Life Achievement Award. Kidman, 56, is the first Australian actor to be given the highest honour bestowed by the organisation. The Moulin Rouge actress was presented with the prestigious award by Meryl Streep in Hollywood. Other stars in attendance included her husband, singer Keith Urban, and Big Little Lies co-star Reese Witherspoon. Accepting the award in a floor-length shimmering gold Balenciaga gown, Kidman thanked all the directors she has worked with. “It is a privilege to make films. And glorious to have…
A coat hanger or “very tiny screwdriver” could be used to unlock the Mar-a-Lago storage room where former President Donald Trump stored highly classified documents for more than a year, according to a witness in Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation. The account was relayed to FBI agents by an unidentified aide to Trump in January 2023, according to newly released exhibits, and further undercuts claims by Trump that the highly-classified materials he’s accused of taking with him after leaving office were secured at all times. The transcript of the interview was released as part of an ongoing effort by Trump…