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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Scammers don’t take days off. From phishing emails to package theft, fraudsters and scammers can cost you money. Fortunately, you can stay one step ahead of them with these simple tips to help protect yourself. 1. Strengthen your online security: Safeguard your accounts by using unique, 12-character passwords and enabling multi-factor

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) A new study reveals Americans’ relationship with charitable giving. While generosity is a core value for three-quarters of Americans, economic concerns have caused some to tighten their purse strings. Nevertheless, many Americans are open to advice for how they can prioritize philanthropy. In a new national survey from Wells Fargo, 29%

By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Everyone deserves a place to call home, the freedom to live in safety, and the opportunity to work for a better life. Yet, this is too often not the case for LGBTQ+ people. Barriers toward secure housing, stable employment, and overall safety often limit them from pursuing their American dreams.    

By NewsPress Now WHITEWATER, Wi. — Caleb Roach from Plattsburg, Missouri, who is studying Management at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, is competing on the men’s wheelchair basketball team for the 2024-25 season. The UW-Whitewater men’s wheelchair basketball program is a club sport that competes nationally. The Warhawks have won 14 national championships since 1982, most

By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – The advancements made in eyewear over the years have been shaped by innovative materials designed to be stylish, durable, and flexible. Today’s optical frames are far more than just fashion statements—they are crafted to meet the demands of active lifestyles. Flexible materials have transformed the eyewear industry, offering resilience and comfort

By NewsPress Now St. Joseph, Mo. — On Thursday, October 24 and Tuesday, October 29, Mark Twain Early Learning Center, a local St. Joseph child care provider hosted state Representatives Brenda Shields (R-11) and Sean Pouche (R-13). The visit included a tour of the center, led by Coordinator of Early Learning, Dlo Duvall, a Kids

By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – This year marks the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), which will take place from November 17-23! NAW 2024 includes over 2,000 apprenticeship events and proclamations in all 50 states across the Country as well as the District of Columbia and three territories. This is an all-time record in the 10-year history of

By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – One in three active-duty families of color have turned down military assignments due to concerns about racism or lack of inclusion in local communities, according to research from Blue Star Families’ Campaign for Inclusion. For two-thirds of these service members, declining orders led to negative career impacts — and for 15%,

By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – Economic uncertainty and higher prices have brought shifts in consumer behavior, yet recent sales trends show steady spending, and economic indicators are moving in a positive direction heading into the holiday season. New data from ICSC, the member organization for the Marketplaces Industry, suggests that most people are eager to enjoy

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Ten percent of all U.S. children did not have enough food to keep them healthy in 2022. In the same year, the infant mortality rate increased for the first time in two decades and the rate of child poverty more than doubled. At a time when children need increased support to

By Bart S. Fisher (Bart S. Fisher) – Former President Donald Trump has proposed replacing the federal income tax with tariffs imposed on imported products. Indeed, this is the central pillar in his campaign’s economic program. There are four problems with this flawed proposal. First, it would trigger a global trade war, as other countries