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Got an 'AirTag found moving with you' alert? What to do next

Find the tracker, document it, identify the owner, and disable it.

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Is my smart TV tracking what I watch? How to turn off ACR

Smart TVs may use ACR to track viewing.

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Caller ID spoofing: why scammers show a local number and how to protect yourself

Caller ID can be faked, and spoofing to defraud is illegal.

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Can I be fired for reporting a safety problem at work? OSHA's 30-day rule

You can report hazards confidentially, and retaliation is illegal.

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Pregnant at work: what accommodations can I ask for under the PWFA?

Under the PWFA, employers with 15+ workers must reasonably accommodate pregnancy limitations.

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Do I get paid for jury duty, and can my employer fire me for going?

Federal jurors earn $50 a day; employer pay is optional, but firing you for federal jury service is illegal.

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Is there lead in my tap water? How to check and lower your risk

Lead comes from plumbing, can't be seen, and isn't removed by boiling.

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When do I need a tetanus shot? Booster timing and wounds

Boosters are every 10 years, or 5 years for dirty or puncture wounds.

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How to help someone who is choking: back blows and abdominal thrusts

Let a strong cough work.

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How far should I sit from the steering wheel airbag?

Keep 10 inches from the air bag cover, tilt the wheel toward your chest, and keep kids 12 and under in the back.

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Is it safe to drive through a flooded road? How much water can float a car

Never drive into flood water; a foot of rushing water can carry most cars.

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When can my child stop using a booster seat?

Keep the booster until the seat belt fits across the thighs and chest, and keep kids 12 and under in the back.

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Found an error on my credit report? How to dispute it step by step

Dispute with each bureau and the furnisher, include proof, and expect results in about 30 days.

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How do I check my Social Security earnings record and fix a mistake?

Check your Statement every year, match it to your W-2s, and correct gaps with proof before the usual window closes.

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How long should I keep tax records? The IRS 3-, 6- and 7-year rules

Three years covers most returns; six, seven or forever apply in specific cases.

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How do I stop spam emails without making it worse?

Mark spam, block repeat senders, unsubscribe only from known companies, and report phishing.

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Text message codes vs authenticator apps: which MFA is safer?

Use MFA everywhere; prefer passkeys or security keys, then authenticator apps, and keep SMS only where nothing better is offered.

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How do I back up my files so ransomware can't take them?

Keep an offline copy, use cloud backup with versions, encrypt and test restores, and keep systems updated.

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Is it safe to charge my phone at airport USB ports? Juice jacking explained

Avoid public USB ports and kiosk cables; use your own charger in a wall outlet or a battery pack, and decline trust prompts.

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How do I secure my home Wi-Fi router?

Use WPA3 or WPA2 Personal, change the admin and Wi-Fi passwords, update firmware and turn off remote management, WPS and UPnP.

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