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Liz Weston: Companies’ deceptive ‘dark patterns’ online cost you money — here’s how to fight back

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

See if any of this sounds familiar:● You can’t find an easy way to cancel an unwanted subscription, so you let it continue for another month — telling yourself you’ll try again later.● You feel rushed into an online purchase you regret, but there’s no option to undo the transaction or demand a refund.● You want to read an article or shop at a store online, but you’re bombarded with pop-up requests for your data. There’s no easy option for saying no, so you click “allow” just to get the annoying pop-up out of the way.These are just a few examples of “dark patterns” — intentionally deceptive designs that companies use to steer people into making choices that aren’t in the consumers’ best interest.Dark patterns may sound like a feature of sketchy websites, but these manipulative practices are a common way mainstream companies dupe people into sacrificing their privacy or paying for stuff they don’t really want.Buttons that allow sites to scoop up and sell your data may be prominent, wh...

How to save more on Cyber Monday

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

Get ready now for the online sales that will be available on Nov. 27, 2023, better known as Cyber Monday. The National Retail Federation started Cyber Monday in 2005 after recognizing that this thing called e-commerce wasn’t going away. The idea quickly caught on, and now every Monday after Thanksgiving, online deals abound.While you can just jump on a company’s website and begin to shop, you can save even more money with a strategy. Here’s how:Visit Retailers’ Websites and Social Media AccountsAlmost all stores and brands have already started to announce Cyber Monday deals on their websites and social media platforms.“Not only is it a good idea to plan what you’re going to buy before you do, retailers are benefitting from telling consumers what will be on sale,” says Arpan Podduturi, vice president of product for Shopify.Social media is not just a place to discover, it’s increasingly becoming a main avenue for shoppers. A recent Shopi...

Elon Musk se reunirá con el presidente de Israel tras la reacción violenta por una publicación antisemita

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

(CNN) —  El presidente israelí, Isaac Herzog, espera reunirse con Elon Musk este lunes mientras el hombre más rico del mundo continúa enfrentando una tormenta de críticas por su respaldo público a una teoría de conspiración antisemita en su plataforma de redes sociales, X.Musk tiene previsto reunirse con Herzog a puerta cerrada durante una visita a Israel el lunes por la tarde, donde el presidente enfatizará la necesidad de combatir el creciente antisemitismo en línea, según la oficina del presidente.En un comunicado, la oficina del presidente dijo que también se esperaba que representantes de las familias de los rehenes retenidos por Hamas se unieran a la reunión, donde compartirían “los horrores del ataque terrorista de Hamas el 7 de octubre, y el dolor y la incertidumbre actuales para los que están cautivos”.Musk no respondió de inmediato a las solicitudes de comentarios a través de X o dos de sus otras compañías más destacadas, Tesla y SpaceX. X y Tesla ya no mantien...

A Broncos love story decades in the making

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — If you’ve been to a Denver Broncos game, you’ve likely seen the array of flags on the south side of the stadium in the tailgate lot. Broncos loyalists are no strangers to the "Flag Man." But alongside the Flag Man, there’s a Broncos love story that dates back decades.Scott and Betsy Hood have been tailgating Broncos games since 2000, and host one at every game.The flag display, as well as the crowd, has grown over time.“Next thing I know we're at 104 flags,” Betsy said. Broncos victory over Browns was the first 29-12 final score in NFL history Predating this tradition and fandom is a love story.“He asked me to marry him and I said yes, and [it's] three amazing kids now 33 years later,” said Betsy. So far, nothing has topped the couple's 25th anniversary celebration. “It was our 25th anniversary and was also his 50th birthday. So, I thought, 'What do I give my husband for his 50th birthday, and how do we make it special?'” said Betsy. She decided to ask her husband...

Denver weather: Sunny, cool start to workweek

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver's weather will stay sunny and dry on Monday as highs will be a touch below average. Weather today: Sunny skiesThe sunny and slightly warmer temperature trend continues into Monday. High temperatures this afternoon will top out in the middle to lower 40s, which is colder than normal for this time of the year. Several horses killed in large Franktown barn fire It could be breezy in the foothills as well, with gusts up to 20 mph possible. Pinpoint Weather: Daily highs on Nov. 27 Weather tonight: Clear and breezyThe clear skies are forecasted to continue into Monday evening. Overnight low temperatures drop down into the upper teens and 20s. There could be gusts in the metro area up to 15 mph late Monday night into early Tuesday morning. Pinpoint Weather: Overnight lows on Nov. 27 Looking ahead: Midweek warmup The sunshine isn't going anywhere and will keep the warming trend going. Highs will top out in the upper 40s and lower 50s which is around average for the ...

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava heads to Japan for Americas Linkage mission

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. (WSVN) — On Nov. 21, the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) announced its Americas Linkage mission to Japan where it will be led by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Chairman Oliver Gilbert III. From Nov. 25 to Dec. 6, a delegation comprising GMCC representatives, Miami-Dade County officials, and business leaders will visit Tokyo and Kyoto to foster connections and explore new opportunities.The GMCC Americas Linkage program aims to boost international business in a competitive global economy, targeting new market opportunities. The mission to Japan focuses on deepening trade and commerce while sharing strategies and establishing connections in areas such as export/import trade, technology, waste management, sustainability, urban density, mobility, tourism, healthcare, aviation, and cargo.Mayor Levine Cava highlighted the shared commitment to economic growth and cultural exchange. “Through this trade mission, we aim to deepen our rel...

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson not a fan of WR Zay Flowers’ touchdown celebration: ‘Worst … I’ve ever seen’

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

As good as Ravens rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers has been this season, there’s one area he can still improve in the eyes of his quarterback.Touchdown celebrations.After scoring the second touchdown of his NFL career — and his first on American soil — on a 3-yard pass from Lamar Jackson in the second quarter of Sunday night’s 20-10 win over the host Los Angeles Chargers, Flowers flipped the ball over his head as if it were a bouquet of flowers, mimicking the traditional post-wedding celebration. Left guard John Simpson caught the ball and handed it to wide receiver Rashod Bateman, who got down on one knee for a mock proposal.The scene did not impress Jackson, who was caught on NBC’s television cameras with a deadpan reaction as Flowers explained the choreography.“I told him I didn’t know what was going on,” Jackson said. “I was just standing there like, all right, come along with it, and then I seen what happened and I was like,...

Ravens force 4 turnovers, hold off Chargers, 20-10, in ‘playoff atmosphere’ to retain top spot in AFC

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

Just 11 miles separate SoFi Stadium from Hollywood, and for much of Sunday night the Ravens’ game against the Chargers — particularly on offense — played out like a disjointed movie that leaves viewers wondering what they just watched.It followed a familiar script, with Baltimore’s defense playing the starring role. This time, though, there was an alternate ending.Unlike in the Ravens’ three losses this season, there was no blowing another fourth-quarter lead.Baltimore forced four turnovers, including one in the fourth quarter, another unexpected hero came through with a surprise blitz and a dazzling rookie scored a late electric touchdown to seal a 20-10 victory that was closer and more nerve-wracking than the final score indicated.“It meant a lot [for the offense to close out the game] because our defense was playing lights out all night,” Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said. “I’m grateful we have a great defense.”The R...

Bill Belichick won’t rule out Patriots signing QB, kicker help

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

The Patriots will at least consider bringing in outside help at two key positions after the team’s struggles continued in Sunday’s 10-7 loss to the Giants.Head coach Bill Belichick was asked Monday if he would consider signing a quarterback from outside of the organization. The team waived third-string quarterback Will Grier on Saturday. They won’t know if he has cleared waivers and if they can bring him back to the 53-man roster or practice squad until Monday at 4 p.m. ET.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Why Conor McDermott started over Trent Brown in Patriots’ loss to Giants New England Patriots | Callahan: Under Bill Belichick’s watch, the Patriots have become the NFL’s worst team New England Patriots | Bill Belichick’s answers about Patriots’ QB situation only create more questions New England Patriots | Mac Jones benched for Bailey Zappe for fourth time in loss to Gi...

Bill Belichick responds to ESPN rumor he’s already picked his next team

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:19:50 GMT

Two weeks ago, ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky told “The Pat McAfee Show” he heard Bill Belichick and the Patriots would not only part ways this offseason, but Belichick had “already determined” his next team.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Why Conor McDermott started over Trent Brown in Patriots’ loss to Giants New England Patriots | Callahan: Under Bill Belichick’s watch, the Patriots have become the NFL’s worst team New England Patriots | Bill Belichick’s answers about Patriots’ QB situation only create more questions New England Patriots | Mac Jones benched for Bailey Zappe for fourth time in loss to Giants New England Patriots | Patriots rookie receiver Demario Douglas ruled out with head injury On Monday, Belichick dismissed Orlovsky’s comments.“Yeah, that’s ridiculous,” Belichick said during a morning interview on WEEI....