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FTC sues Amazon for allegedly tricking millions of users into Prime subscriptions

Wednesday, June 21 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Federal Trade Commission sued Amazon on Wednesday for allegedly using deceitful tactics in a years-long effort to trick millions of customers into enrolling in its Prime subscription service, the agency said.The company also made it more complicated for customers to cancel their... Read More.

New seat designed to make flying easier for wheelchair users

Friday, June 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- For wheelchair users, taking a trip that involves flying can often be an undignified hassle. A partnership between a consortium and a major airliner is looking to change that.Oftentimes at the gate, people who use power wheelchairs are lifted out of... Read More.

With the high cost of drugs used for weight loss like Ozempic and Mounjaro, some users turn to compounding pharmacies

Friday, May 19 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro used by some for weight loss experience a surge in popularity, they remain out of reach for many people.The reason is the medications' cost, which can run more than $1,000 a month without insurance... Read More.

Facebook users can now claim their share of a $725M privacy settlement. Here’s how

Saturday, April 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Facebook users who had an account at any time from May 2007 to the end of last year can now apply for their share of a $725 million privacy settlement that the platform’s parent company, Meta, agreed to last December.In a... Read More.

Clearfield County could receive up to $1,700,000 from national opioid settlements

Thursday, March 30 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – Clearfield County could receive as much as a $1,700,000 payout in the second wave of national opioid settlements.At this week’s County Commissioners’ meeting, the board voted to be part of a sign-on agreement due by April 18th.National lawsuits have been filed against... Read More.

TikTok imposes default time limit for young users

Wednesday, March 1 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Social media platform TikTok will set a default 60-minute screen time limit for users below age 18, the company announced on Wednesday.When the one-hour limit expires, young users will be prompted to enter a password that allows them to continue viewing... Read More.

Meta announces verification subscription service for Facebook and Instagram users

Monday, February 20 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced a new paid subscription for its platforms on Sunday, which, among other features, would allow users to pay for a verified account.Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the service, dubbed "Meta Verified," in... Read More.

Reynoldsville man to serve federal prison after distributing methamphetamine in our area

Thursday, January 26 by Louise Bennett

PITTSBURGH – A 58-year-old Reynoldsville man has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison for his role in distributing methamphetamine in Jefferson and Clearfield counties.According to U.S. Court documents, James Williams Jr. will serve 46 months in federal prison followed by three years... Read More.

‘Curtsy-gate’: Former UK politician, Internet users find footage of Meghan Markle curtsying on ‘Suits’

Friday, December 23 by ABC News

One of the more headline-grabbing moments of the Netflix series Meghan and Harry was Meghan Markle claiming to be nervous before meeting Queen Elizabeth II for the first time.At issue was Meghan's claim nobody taught her how to properly curtsy, as royal etiquette requires.... Read More.

Twitter users tell Elon Musk to step down after CEO asks in poll

Monday, December 19 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The results are in: Twitter users told CEO Elon Musk he should step down.Musk polled Twitter users Sunday night on whether he should step down as head of the social media platform.The poll ended Monday morning, with 57.5% of voters saying... Read More.

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