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Be wary of scams as Amazon Prime Day kicks off, experts warn 07/11/2023 12:01am • NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon Prime Day is here. And, once again, experts are warning consumers of scams. Scams targeting online shoppers — often by impersonating companies like Amazon and other major retailers — are nothing new. But phishing attempts increase amid busy spending seen during significa Best Credit Cards for a Disney Vacation 07/10/2023 08:00pm • Disney World is a once-in-a-lifetime vacation destination for many families, but a trip to any of its parks can be a budget-buster. In fact, the average Disney World vacation for a family of four costs over $6,000. If you're hoping to take your own trip to meet the mouse, the right credit card can h 13 Items That Sell on eBay, Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace 07/10/2023 08:00pm • If you have items to unload, you could hold a garage sale. But that involves setting aside days to sort and price items, not to mention the time needed to man the sale itself. Then, there is no guarantee that people will show up or buy anything. A better way to sell off your clutter may be to use on 'Don't put it off': Cost concerns aren't keeping Gen X, boomer travelers from the great getaway 07/10/2023 05:46am • This summer, WTOP is taking you on a tour and exploring how adults 50 and older are spending their travels. They may not be doing it for the 'Gram, the likes or their followers, but older adults are visiting top travel destinations, and they're not letting recent inflation get in the way of check Texas gunman in Walmart shooting gets 90 consecutive life sentences and may still face death penalty 07/07/2023 07:56pm • EL PASO, Texas (AP) — A white gunman who killed 23 people in a racist attack on Hispanic shoppers at a Walmart in a Texas border city was sentenced Friday to 90 consecutive life sentences but could still face more punishment, including the death penalty. Patrick Crusius, 24, pleaded guilty earlier The Northern Lights in Alaska: How to See Them in 2024 07/06/2023 08:00pm • Alaska is one of the world's best places to catch the northern lights, with scenic destinations, exhilarating tours, cruises and even hotels offering unique experiences for seeing the natural phenomenon. Read on to learn more about the variety of options for viewing the northern lights in Alaska, as 8 Best Stocks to Buy Now With $1,000 07/06/2023 08:00pm • If you have an extra $1,000 sitting in a savings or checking account, one of the best ways to earn a return on that money is to invest in the stock market. If you're new to investing, buying a low-cost, diversified S&P 500 exchange-traded fund, such as the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (ticker: SPY Families confront the Texas Walmart gunman in court. Some forgive him, others want the death penalty 07/06/2023 05:23pm • EL PASO, Texas (AP) — A brother who traveled more than 1,000 miles to confront his sister's killer. An uncle of an orphaned 4-year-old whose parents died while shielding the boy from the spray of bullets. A wife whose husband was gunned down at her side while their 9-year-old granddaughter looked Glitches in Japan's unpopular MyNumber digital ID cards draw a flood of complaints 07/06/2023 07:04am • TOKYO (AP) — The minister charged with an overhaul of Japan's digitized system to assign a number to everyone living in the country has apologized, as doctors protested glitches with health insurance and local governments begged Thursday for clarity on how to handle the problems. The MyNumber, or The Texas shooter in a racist Walmart attack is going to prison. Here's what to know about the case 07/05/2023 02:47pm • EL PASO, Texas (AP) — A white Texas gunman who killed 23 people at a Walmart in 2019 returned to court Wednesday for sentencing in a mass shooting that targeted Hispanic shoppers in the border city of El Paso. Patrick Crusius, 24, is set to receive multiple life sentences after pleading guilty to You can watch Wimbledon on TV outdoors in Brooklyn. It's part of a bid to blend the past and present 07/05/2023 11:37am • WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Tennis fans in New York can gather to see live TV coverage of the last three days of Wimbledon at an outdoor watch party at Brooklyn Bridge Park from July 14-16, featuring the women’s final and the men’s semifinals and final. Online registration for 1,500 free tickets 12 things you should never buy used 07/05/2023 10:26am • Buying stuff used can be a great way to save money. But it's not always worth it. If you opt for a lightly used car with just a few hundred miles on it, for example, you could save thousands -- and still enjoy the benefits of a "new" car. On the other hand, if you buy a used mattress that caus Retailers, beware: Resumption of student loan payments could lead some buyers to pull back 07/04/2023 07:26am • WASHINGTON (AP) — The reprieve is over. Just as the American economy is struggling with high inflation and interest rates, the coming resumption of student loan payments poses yet another potential challenge. The suspension of federal student loan payments, which took effect at the height of th 'This is my stop': MetroHero hands conductor's hat to new WMATA commuters, watchdogs 07/02/2023 09:17am • MetroHero — a D.C. transit project launched in 2015 with the goal of keeping track of Metro's trains, issues and commute changes in real time — has reached its final stop. A number of new trackers have already stepped up to take its place. Friday, Metro said the MetroMeter tool will step in t Amazon Prime Day is almost here: How to shop smart and score the best deals 06/30/2023 01:03pm • Amazon Prime Day means big savings if you know how to spot the best discounts. Prime Day will take place from July 11 to July 12, and this year, members will be able to sign up for "invite only" alerts on some of the top items most likely to sell out. "It prevents that crazy rush and that