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Gypsy Rose Blanchard Wrote a Memoir After Being Released From Prison | 11Z4R08 | 2024-04-29 18:08:01

Gypsy Rose Blanchard is offering her side of the story in an upcoming memoir titled My Time to Stand.

Blanchard, 32, announced the news on Monday, April 29, along with details about the project. My Time to Stand, which will be released in January 2025, was cowritten by Melissa Moore and Michele Matrisciani.

"I am in love with the title of my book not only because it addresses the question I get most, but because in our pain and struggle we can find what it is that we want to stand for," Blanchard told People in a statement. "That inside our stories, if we dare to sit in the stillness of them, our purpose can be revealed. And we all have a purpose. That's what I hope people will take away from my book."

The memoir is set to hit bookshelves one year after Gypsy was released from prison. She served seven years for the murder of her mother, Clauddine "Dee Dee" Blanchard, who was found dead at age 48 in her Missouri home with multiple stab wounds in June 2015.

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After being arrested alongside ex-boyfriend Nicholas Godejohn, Gypsy pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and was sentenced to 10 years behind bars. She was granted parole in September 2023 before being released.

Gypsy has previously discussed how her mother allegedly abused her. Dee Dee, who seemingly suffered from Munchausen syndrome by proxy, told Gypsy and the public that her daughter was diagnosed with various medical issues including leukemia, muscular dystrophy, brain damage and seizures, which didn't appear to be the case.

According to the synopsis for My Time to Stand, Gypsy used the memoir as a way to address her complicated childhood.

"Forced to use a wheelchair in public and endure a lifetime of faux illness, fraud, and exploitation, Gypsy was subjected not only to her mother's medical, physical, and emotional abuse, but deprived of childhood milestones. Prevented from attending school or socializing, Gypsy's formative years were defined by pain and isolation," the synopsis read. "After serving 8 years in prison for the role she played in her mother Dee Dee's murder, Gypsy is embracing her fresh start—and reminding all of us that it's never too late."

My Time to Stand is expected to touch on the "abusive cycle" that allegedly began with Dee Dee's abuse by her father, Gypsy's reaction after being involved in her mother's murder and memories of her final days in prison.

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"Featuring Blanchard family photos and new facts about Gypsy's life that she previously kept private, My Time to Stand offers an unprecedented look at the real Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, proudly embarking on her ongoing journey to recovery and self-discovery," the synopsis continued.

Gypsy discussed her hopes for the memoir, telling People, "In processing and retelling my memories, so much more truth has been revealed to me, including the victimization of the other people in my family and community. I hope to engage readers by describing my journey, instead of explaining it. In that way, others might see themselves in my story, too, and relate."

Gypsy further reflected on the title, which is inspired by her mother having her use a wheelchair despite being able to walk.

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"The first time I stood up on my own two feet was my first failed attempt to leave my mother. I had the legs of a chick struggling to find a way out of the cracks. Who hasn't felt unsturdy like that in their own life?" she added. "The second time I stood up, I walked down a path I'll regret forever. Again, too many people feel this way about their choices."

Gypsy concluded: "The third time I stood up, I did so as an incarcerated girl-woman who had so much to learn about independence, self-forgiveness and resilience. Only because I did the work, did my time to stand finally come. Now, I can stand with other victims as they take steps toward doing whatever work is necessary to stand for themselves. My Time to Stand is about reclaiming my footing so others can be inspired to walk a life of purpose and meaning and build a future sturdy enough so others can stand for something, too."

My Time to Stand: A Memoir will be available in January 2025.

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4/30/2024 10:24:00 AM

Gypsy Rose Blanchard Wrote a Memoir After Being Released From Prison | 11Z4R08 | 2024-04-29 18:08:01

Gypsy Rose Blanchard Wrote a Memoir After Being Released From Prison | 11Z4R08 | 2024-04-29 18:08:01 Gypsy Rose Blancha...

New Photo - 'I am the dummy, not the ventriloquist' townhouse owner says after 'golden handcuff' mortgage stops him buying tiny home | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

'I am the dummy, not the ventriloquist' townhouse owner says after 'golden handcuff' mortgage stops him buying tiny home | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

A HOMEOWNER has been left stuck with a townhouse he doesn't want after previously securing a low-rate mortgage.

Jerrod Swanson from Lakewood, Colorado, wants to trade in his townhouse to purchase a cabin he is renting that better suits his lifestyle.

'I am the dummy, not the ventriloquist' townhouse owner says after 'golden handcuff' mortgage stops him buying tiny home

Many mortgage holders are being trapped in their homes as a result of securing low mortgage rates[/caption]

Swanson moved to his cabin in Evergreen after needing some more space for his new rescue dog Kea.

However, the extra money he would pay by purchasing the cabin due to the low mortgage rate on his townhouse means he is stuck.

"Any sane human who already owns a house does not want to buy a house right now," he told The Denver Post.

Swanson and other homeowners looking to move are stuck in what is known as the "golden handcuff" or "mortgage lock."

Those who secured fixed-term mortgage rates of around 3% are now looking at around 7%.

For many, this makes the monthly mortgage repayments untenable and therefore moving home an even more expensive and daunting task.

"Lower interest rates would have made it an easier equation," Swanson said.

"If the rates were what they were a year ago. I would be owning this cabin by now."

As property prices and interest rates spike, those with low-rate mortgages are "best advised to stay put," Tomas Philipson, a professor of public policy studies at the University of Chicago, told CNBC.

While this is the current situation Swanson is facing, he told the news outlet that he does not want to miss out on purchasing the dream cabin.

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Swanson, like many others, feels that he is at the whim of the market and has no control over where he lives.

"I am the dummy, not the ventriloquist," he said.

"I have the strings on my hand."

As an employee of the federal bankruptcy court, Swanson is well aware of the cost of taking too much of a risk financially.

For now, he is left weighing up his options and praying that the market will change and rates will decrease.

Swanson is not alone in this issue with research by Realtor.com saying that 82% of consumers feel "locked in" by their low-rate mortgages.

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Once mortgage rates are above 5%, homeowners are two times more likely to sell their homes, according to Zillow.

However, around 80% of people with mortgages are on a rate below 5% meaning that they would have to remortgage their new home at a higher rate and lose more money.

The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is around 7%, according to Bankrate.com.

Bankrate's Chief financial analyst Greg McBride explained to the outlet that until inflation reduces and stabilizes, mortgage rates will not go down to this more desirable figure.

The U.S. Sun has previously reported on a couple who are mortgage prisoners in their house as they look to downsize now their children are grown up.

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4/30/2024 10:23:00 AM

‘I am the dummy, not the ventriloquist’ townhouse owner says after ‘golden handcuff’ mortgage stops him buying tiny home | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

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'I was cheated out of it citing a silly rule,' rages Capital One customer who didn't get $300 bonus and was 'told oops' | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

A BANKING customer claims they missed out on a major $300 promotion bonus, accusing the bank of having a silly rule about the offer.

Between November 1, 2023 and January 9, Capital One offered a major promotion bonus for customers who opened a new 360 Performance Savings account.

'I was cheated out of it citing a silly rule,' rages Capital One customer who didn't get $300 bonus and was 'told oops'

A Capital One customer claims they lost out on a big $300 promotion bonus due to a "silly rule'[/caption]

In order to get the bonus, customers needed to use the promo code FALL23 when opening the account.

The promotion allowed customers to earn as much as a $1,500 bonus, depending on how much money was deposited in the new account.

Those who deposited $20,000-$49,999.99 could earn $300, while those who transferred $50,000-$99.999.99 would receive a $750 bonus.

Anyone who deposited $100,000 or more was eligible for the full $1,500.

All funds were required to be deposited from an external bank and maintained for 90 days.

If those steps were met, Capital One said it would deposit the bonus amount within 60 days.

While the promotion seems simple enough, one Capital One customer known as @Sheetal_Krishna on X, claimed they were "cheated" out of the bonus because of a "silly rule."

"@CapitalOne I opened a savings acc. with the fall23 promo code & deposited money into it to get a $300 bonus, but I was cheated out of it citing a silly rule & also given false info on MULTIPLE occasions & made to retain my money there longer than required just to be told oops!" the customer wrote on the social media platform in April.

The bank responded to the complaint, saying the customer's case had been "escalated" and that a caseworker would reach out if any follow up was necessary.

However, the customer remained unsatisfied with the response, asking if they needed more information.

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The customer went on to say that while the promotion required the deposited funds to be transferred from an "external account," their money originated from a Chase bank account.

However, the customer explained that their Chase account was already linked with a Capital One checking account.

Because of this, the customer said they transferred the money from Chase to the Capital One checking account, then from the checking account to the new savings account.

"But now it's not considered an 'external' account," the customer wrote.

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In a separate post, the customer urged the bank to look further into the deposited funds and observe where they had been originally transferred from.

"Could you please be more humane & understanding & see that I transferred money from Chase the same day?"

Capital One again responded to the customer saying it looked into the incident and "have gotten the case where it needs to go."

"Any news will come directly from our research team from here on out," the bank said.

In the description of the promotion, Capital One defines externally sourced funds as "any funds that are deposited into your account from a source that is not affiliated with Capital One, such as another financial institution, Zelle, or Venmo."

Capital One did not immediately respond to The U.S. Sun's request for comment.

The promotion expired on January 9.

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4/30/2024 09:23:00 AM

‘I was cheated out of it citing a silly rule,’ rages Capital One customer who didn’t get $300 bonus and was ‘told oops’ | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

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'I was desperate,' says retiree, 63, forced to seek title lender help as bank refused mortgage plea | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

A LOVING husband was trapped in what some consider a predatory loan after being denied a standard mortgage.

The first stop when people need to borrow money is often a bank loan mortgage, but when low income combines with less-than-desirable credit, mortgages are no longer an option.

'I was desperate,' says retiree, 63, forced to seek title lender help as bank refused mortgage plea

Robert Ball, 63, and his wife Gloria were not afforded the mortgage option and went to a title lender for their loan, leading to a bill over three times the original loan[/caption]

When Gloria fell ill, Robert felt he only had one choice, to seek out a loan from TitleMax, a title lender in his home state of Georgia[/caption]

Robert Ball, 63, and his wife Gloria were not afforded the mortgage option and went to a title lender for their loan.

Living in a quaint and cozy Savannah, Georgia home, the pair were looking forward to spending time with their family, notably their grandchildren, after retiring.

Plans change fast when health and finances are involved, just as they did for the Balls in 2019.

Gloria began experiencing a range of major health problems that came coupled with surging hospital and medical bills.

Living off of just Robert's pension, the bank refused the couple a mortgage, so Robert went to TitleMax.

TitleMax is just one of many title lenders, where a person can loan money against the title of their car; if they do not pay, they lose it.

ONE MONTH TURNS INTO TWO YEARS

To pay off some medical bills, Robert took out a $9,518 loan from the company in 2019, in exchange for a lien on his 2006 Honda Ridgeline truck.

"When I was coming up, there were not a lot of Black folks who owned their home. If you have that roof, that is a sacred thing," he explained of his choice to go to a title lender.

"I was facing the loss of my wife. No way I could handle losing our home as well."

According to his contract at the time, Robert had 30 days to pay back the loan plus any interest accrued.

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When he questioned the store manager about the payment timeline, Robert was told that as long as he paid $1,046 every month, he could keep his car.

But this answer was not a comprehensive one, as Robert would go on to pay over double the amount of his pervious loan before realizing the sneaky truth.

In 30 different states, the practice of title lending is outlawed or gutted in its practices by legislation.

This is because title lenders are notorious for implementing egregiously high-interest rates that, in order to keep up with, borrowers are nearly unable to pay off the principal on their loan.

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TitleMax's interests range from 119% to 179% annually and despite being on a one-month payback plan, loans often stay active for years, found Pro Publica.

One year before Robert took out his loan, paid a $9 million fine, only about 1% of the company's revenue that year, to the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for misleading customers about the full costs of its loans in Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee.

Despite this slap on the wrist, Robert's story aligns quite perfectly with the lack of transparency described in the company's 2016 charges.

For two years, Robert was stuck paying the $1,046 monthly charge, only to find out that he was only putting money to the interest on the loan, rather than the actual borrowed amount.

If he had not caught the pattern, Robert could have been left paying the interest for the rest of his life.

By the time he realized what was happening, the dotting husband had paid $25,000 of interest without one cent going to pay off his original loan amount.

"It was a terrible feeling. I mean, I worked my whole life, for 38 years. I thought we were going to enjoy our retirement together. Instead, we were facing this kind of catastrophe. It's a shameful situation for people like us — to be in debt," Ball recalled his feeling upon finding out.

'I WAS DESPERATE'

But at the time he did not feel like there was much of an option for him.

"I was desperate" for quick cash, Ball told Pro Publica.

"They welcome folk like me."

Many label this "welcoming" as a predatory approach, claiming that the open arms with which title lenders, like TitleMax, greet low-income and vulnerable customers with is part of an exploitive business model.

Liz Coyle, the executive director of Georgia Watch, a consumer advocacy group against current title lending practices views companies like TitleMax as predatory[/caption]

"Privately there is not a legislator in Georgia who doesn't feel like it is a scourge on our state, but publicly there aren't many willing to take on" said Liz Coyle, the executive director of Georgia Watch, a consumer advocacy group against current title lending practices.

"Their clout is too great, and political will is too weak."

Democratic State Senator Lester Jackson, a Black military veteran who represents Savannah, takes a different stance, claiming that Title Lenders may not be optimal but are commonly the only option.

Democratic State Senator Lester Jackson believes that these lending type are necessary in areas where some people have no other options[/caption]

"Banking deserts are real," said Jackson.

"Sometimes, this is all that the community has."

At age 71, Robert declared bankruptcy as a result of growing debt, trying to relive himself of the TitleMax contract, but they kept coming.

They aimed to repossess his truck, which Robert took them to court on and lost.

Lorena Saedi, a bankruptcy lawyer and managing partner of Saedi Law Group in Atlanta explained that Robert's position is not unusual.

"There is no recourse. Title lenders operate a business that, while obviously immoral, is entirely legal in Georgia. It's a terrible place to be powerless, poor or just down on your luck," Saedi said.

Six months after he filed for bankruptcy, Gloria died.

Four years after the debt and court battle came to a woeful conclusion and he lost his wife, Robert says he has little left.

"I have no safety net. I only have Jesus," Ball said.

TMX, TitleMax's parent company, has yet to respond to request for comment by the U.S. Sun.

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4/30/2024 09:23:00 AM

‘I was desperate,’ says retiree, 63, forced to seek title lender help as bank refused mortgage plea | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

'I was desperate,' says retiree, 63, forced to seek title lender help as bank refused mortgage plea | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 ...

New Photo - 'Really?' blasts shopper after watching Costco customer return unwatered plant and fumes 'members are ridiculous' | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

'Really?' blasts shopper after watching Costco customer return unwatered plant and fumes 'members are ridiculous' | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

COSTCO'S lenient return policy has resulted in some iffy exchanges, including customers who bring in dead plants for refunds.

Costco famously promises a 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back.

'Really?' blasts shopper after watching Costco customer return unwatered plant and fumes 'members are ridiculous'

A Reddit user shared this photo of a Costco customer returning a withered plant[/caption]

Costco's lenient return policy has resulted in some odd exchanges (stock image)[/caption]

Luckily for shoppers, this leaves much wiggle room for returning items that most places wouldn't accept.

One Costco member snapped a picture of a person returning a dead plant and shared it on Reddit.

It appeared to be a dead poinsettia with withered, droopy flowers that had long lost their vibrant color.

The shopper making the return even put the plant in a trash bag, likely knowing it would trashed after they were refunded.

"Really?" the caption of the photo read, which was posted around December.

"Members are ridiculous!" commented one person.

A few people actually gave the shopper some credit under the post.

"Look, at least it's still around the holidays," wrote one person.

"I've had people come back in January with all the poinsettias they bought and want a refund."

Another added, "Some people bring in live Christmas trees the first week in January. Yeah, it happens!"

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FLOWER POWER

Costco employees sometimes get fed up with members who take the policy too far.

Someone claiming to be an employee described what happened to a customer who routinely returned bouquets of flowers.

"We had a lady who would return the roses her husband bought her after a week because they didn't last as long as she expected," they wrote in a Reddit post.

"After six to seven times of this happening, the front-end manager made a comment to her that she didn't seem satisfied with our roses and maybe she'd want to consider a different florist."

"She ended up calling corporate."

The higher-ups disagreed with the manager and told staff at the start that they would continue to "take them back without condition."

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Customers supported the employee and their manager, calling the shopper a "cheapskate."

"At this point, it's straight-up theft," commented one person.

'"The lady was likely a cheapskate," remarked another.

"The difference between people who are frugal and just plain cheap is stark."

Other employees have warned customers who abuse the policy can have their membership revoked.

The employee said in a Reddit thread that customers who return "60% to 70% of all purchases" will be flagged, and if the behavior continues, they could be banned from the store.

Another Costco member shared a crazy return they witnessed as a man brought in an odd item he bought five years prior.

Shoppers "stopped dead in their tracks" when they saw a shopper returning the leftovers of a 30-person dinner party.

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4/30/2024 09:23:00 AM

‘Really?’ blasts shopper after watching Costco customer return unwatered plant and fumes ‘members are ridiculous’ | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

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'They tell a great story of a life well lived and played,' says antique pro about thrifted item worth from $25 to $500 | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

You can score vintage sports memorabilia for a low price at just about any flea market.

A LOS Angeles-based antique pro has shared a valuable sports item she found thrifting and offered tips on why you should look for similar pieces.

'They tell a great story of a life well lived and played,' says antique pro about thrifted item worth from $25 to $500

A Los Angeles-based antique pro has shared the items you should never pass up when thrifting[/caption]

Antique sports equipment is one of the top items on her list[/caption]

The vintage boxing gloves were sold for under $200, despite being worth much more.

"The leathers are cracked and worn from flexing," California designer, Tracy Metro, told AOL.

"The woods are chipped and gashed from hitting. And the strings are frayed and missing from years in storage.

"The patinas tell a great story of a life well lived and played."

Any type of vintage sports equipment will look good in your home. It doesn't have to be Jackie Robinson's baseball bat, said Metro.

Athletic artifacts look great when placed on an office bookshelf or living room built-in, she said.

Baseball bats, football helmets, and tennis racquets are just a few ideas of sports equipment you should shop for.

These items can typically be found at a low price and valued at anywhere from $25 to $500.

Flea markets can be a treasure trove for one of a kind treasures.

There are plenty of other items you shouldn't pass up when thrifting.

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VINTAGE TEA SETS

Tea sets are another great item to scout for, said Lorna Gross, an interior designer in Washington D.C.

"As a bona fide tea fanatic, I'm always drawn to a beautiful porcelain or ceramic tea set," said Gross.

An elegant bone china tea set will elevate any tabletop.

They can also be very valuable.

For instance, a 12-piece Brown, Westhead, Moore set is worth $3,800.

STERLING SILVER

Sterling silver is another great item to look for when thrifting.

Sterling can be restored to shining beauty with a little polish," says designer Elisa Baran Tréan of Elisa Baran, LLC

But if you're looking for highly-valuable sterling silver, there are specific brands you should look for, said Baran.

Buccellati, Whiting, Tiffany & Co., and Sciarrotta are all great brands that are a good investment.

You should also look for 925, 92.5, or SS etched on the item to confirm that the item is authentic sterling silver.

The patinas tell a great story of a life well lived and played, Metro said[/caption]

Thrift stores can be a treasure trove for valuable items[/caption]

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‘They tell a great story of a life well lived and played,’ says antique pro about thrifted item worth from $25 to $500 | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

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New Photo - 'Y'all don't care about your customers' fumes Kroger shopper after standing in long lines – and it happens 'every visit' | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

'Y'all don't care about your customers' fumes Kroger shopper after standing in long lines – and it happens 'every visit' | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

SOCIAL media has offered an outlet for millions to be able to share their complaints about corporations.

One Kroger shopper recently went to X, formerly Twitter, to vent his concerns about the store.

'Y'all don't care about your customers' fumes Kroger shopper after standing in long lines – and it happens 'every visit'

Some Kroger shoppers have vented about long self-checkout lines[/caption]

User @keepsieupsies told the store he'd been waiting in lines every visit.

His tweet received a response from the company, though the user said he was "done."

THE TWEET

The user started his tweet by tagging the company.

"@kroger [I] love standing in long lines for self checkout every visit when there's about eight that aren't being used," he said.

But the lines at self-checkout were not his only concern.

He said that his location was using disruptive cleaning processes while he shopped.

The Tweet claimed he was "having to lift my cart over the huge chords [sic] for the industrial cleaners being used during open hours."

The lines and the cleaning disruption led him to a conclusion.

"Y'all don't [c]are about your customers," he said.

"Over you," he added simply. "Done."

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The company replied to the tweet.

"Thanks for bringing this to our attention," Kroger said. "This is not what we want for our customers."

The company's tweet then asked the former customer to send them a direct message with more information.

It's not clear whether the complaining shopper ever reached out.

CUSTOMER CRIES

Shoppers nationwide have shared dismay at long self-checkout lines.

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Walmart has recently made a major checkout change that caused a stir.

It has begun limiting some self-checkout lanes to delivery drivers and shoppers who subscribe to Walmart+.

Walmart+ offers benefits to consumers — for a price.

Customers have said the policy creates backup.

Some Walmart shoppers have asked for a Target-style 10-items-or-fewer policy.

However, that change has also caused controversy.

One shopper called Target's policy "insane."

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‘Y’all don’t care about your customers’ fumes Kroger shopper after standing in long lines – and it happens ‘every visit’ | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

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New Photo - Amazon follows Walmart and makes delivery switch – but only customers in anchor state will experience the shift | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

Amazon follows Walmart and makes delivery switch – but only customers in anchor state will experience the shift | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

AMAZON is offering a futuristic delivery service to a new set of shoppers, following a similair move also made by Walmart

For now, only customers in one state will get to experience the difference, but expansion looks likely.

Amazon follows Walmart and makes delivery switch – but only customers in anchor state will experience the shift

Amazon has announced a major delivery change[/caption]

It is introducing its done delivery service, Prime Air, to a new city[/caption]

Amazon is expanding its drone-delivery service, Prime Air, to a new set of customers.

The West Valley portion of Phoenix, Arizona, will be the next city to welcome this futuristic option.

Amazon said in an announcement on Monday that it hopes to implement the service later this year.

However, the e-commerce giant will first need Federal Aviation Administration and local government approvals.

As Prime Air moves into Phoenix, it is moving out of another area.

Amazon also revealed on Monday that it is ceasing done operations out of its facility Lockeford, California.

The company called the move part of a decision to "prioritize our resources to continue growing the program."

Prime Air remains available in College Station, Texas.

Meanwhile, Amazon has its sights set on other cities in the US in the future.

WHAT IS PRIME AIR?

Prime Air was launched in 2022 and uses autonomous drones to deliver packages to customers.

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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos first expressed an interested in using drone delivery as early as 2013.

In 2024, Amazon plans to bring Prime Air to customers in the UK and Italy.

WALMART DRONES

Walmart has the largest active network of drone delivery of any retailer[/caption]

Walmart is another major retailer that is now utilizing drone-delivery.

It currently offers this speedy option to customers in 31 areas across six states.

In January, it announced the largest expansion of done delivery of any US retailer as it made the service available to 1.8 million homes in the Dallas Forth-Worth area.

Drone delivery gives customers an even faster delivery option.

Walmart's fleet of drones drops off orders in 30 minutes or less and some deliveries can happen in as little as 10 minutes.

The first-ever drone delivery of consumer products was made in 2016 when a 7-Eleven Slurpee was dropped off by Nevada-based drone company Flirtey.

Research has found that using drones for deliveries can significantly reduce carbon emissions and annual road use.

Meanwhile, see which home improvement retailer just joined DoorDash.

And how to save on delivery fees with a Walmart+ membership.

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PROSPECTIVE homeowners can now take their property search entirely online and get a new home delivered directly to them.

Amazon has entered the real estate market by selling prefabricated tiny homes.

Amazon is delivering foldable modern tiny home for under $20k – it can change shape and be built 'in ten minutes'

Amazon is selling three different-sized foldable tiny homes for under $20,000[/caption]

The standard design features two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a living space[/caption]

For a price range of $18,000 to $20,000, hopeful buyers have a choice of three different-sized foldable homes.

The smallest AMFOR tiny home is 400 square feet and weighs roughly 6,600 pounds.

This is on sale for just $17,999.99, while the largest-sized home weighs 11,000 pounds and offers double the square footage for $19,999.99.

According to Amazon, all three of the AMFOR homes on sale are expandable and come with a kitchen and bathroom.

The home's versatility means the layouts can be altered to suit unique spaces and owners' individual needs

In addition, the foldable home's flat-pack nature means that it is mobile, allowing what Amazon called "flexible relocation."

The modern design boasts numerous windows and double entrance doors.

Meanwhile, the interior of the smallest version offers ample space with two bedrooms, a kitchen, bathroom, and living room.

"The kitchen will be equipped with cabinets and a sink, while the bathroom will have facilities such as a shower, a bathroom cabinet, and a toilet," the product description states.

"All doors, windows, flooring, internal wiring, switches, sockets, and drainage pipes will be installed within the house for convenient use."

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With at least four people needed for safe installation, Amazon claims that the flatpack home can be set up in just 10 minutes.

A diagram of the installation process shows how teams start with the flat pack and then install the floors, roof, and walls.

While the ease of buying and setting up the home is a major benefit, the main selling points are the pricing and sustainability perks.

These are two major reasons why tiny homes are growing in popularity.

Smaller living spaces are automatically cheaper to live in, run, and purchase, this is why several communities have turned to them as a solution for homelessness.

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Amazon called the prefabricated houses "a cost-effective solution for homeowners" as more people struggle to get on the property ladder.

In addition, the AMFOR homes have energy-saving features that reduce bills and help the environment.

The materials are durable and safe while also being eco-friendly, according to the e-commerce company.

If the style of these foldable homes is not for you, Amazon offers other options for those who want a more traditional look.

There is even a farm-style shed that has the potential to be a tiny home or annex for just $4,000.

The Home Depot and Lowe's have also turned their hand at the small properties.

The property can be built by four people in just 10 minutes, according to the seller[/caption]

With sustainable features, the tiny home provides homeowners with a cost-effective solution to the housing crisis and can cut down on bills[/caption]

Tiny homes have even become a solution to homelessness, with numerous communities creating tiny-home villages[/caption]

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American drivers to get $1,000 one-time payment under data breach settlement – you don't even need to apply | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

DRIVERS are in line to receive a payment of up to $1,000 and they don't even have to apply for the money.

Truckers are set to see a boost under a data breach settlement worth $75 million.

American drivers to get $1,000 one-time payment under data breach settlement – you don't even need to apply

Drivers are in line to pocket a payment of up to $1,000 (stock)[/caption]

BNSF Railway Company, a transportation firm, has been accused of not complying with Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act, per Top Class Actions.

It allegedly collected fingerprints of drivers illegally at gates across the state.

Truckers who used auto-gates between April 4, 2014 and March 5 2024 could be in line to receive a payment.

BNSF hasn't admitted wrongdoing but the lawsuit has since been settled.

Payments of up to $1,000 will be given to drivers.

Those who think they are eligible don't have to submit a claim, nor do they have to show proof of purchase.

This is unlike other settlements that ask claimants to provide evidence of their losses.

But truckers have to make sure their tax information is up-to-date.

They also have to provide their Social Security number.

Payments will be mailed to the last-known addresses of drivers.

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Drivers have been warned the payments will be voided 120 days after they are issued, per the settlement.

It is expected checks will be issued around 60 days after the settlement has been approved in court.

Americans have been warned that if they do not share their tax details, then a proportion of the payment might be held back.

Drivers can exclude themselves from the payment meaning they will not receive compensation.

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This can be done via sending a letter in the mail or email but the deadline is May 7.

Truckers can object to the settlement but the deadline is fast approaching as it also falls on May 7.

Meanwhile, The U.S. Sun reported how Ring resolved a lawsuit by agreeing on a settlement worth $5.6 million.

Americans impacted by a suspected data breach are in line to receive a payment worth up to $3,500.

Energy companies and pharmaceutical firms have also agreed to pay bumper settlements to resolve lawsuits.

Talen Energy Corp allegedly reduced pension benefits and is shelling out $20 million to resolve a lawsuit.

The company has not admitted any wrongdoing.

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Americans can claim up to $120 from $40.6 million 'chicken and tuna' settlement – and you don't need to show a receipt | 2775D7T | 2024-04-29 17:08:01

AMERICANS who bought chicken or tuna from one state may qualify for up to $120 from a major settlement.

Washington state officials alleged more than 20 companies agreed to artificially raise prices on their items.

Americans can claim up to $120 from $40.6 million 'chicken and tuna' settlement – and you don't need to show a receipt

Washingtonians have received payments, but more could be coming[/caption]

Tuna prices were inflated by companies, the state claimed[/caption]

As a result of this agreement, consumers overpaid for canned tuna and chicken products.

Price fixing schemes like the one alleged by the state are illegal under Washington and federal laws, the state said.

After a settlement, the state is sending out a rebate to over 400,000 Washington residents, according to local CBS affiliate KREM.

As of February, millions from the $40.6 million pot were still uncashed.

While checks were meant to go out automatically, not everyone has received one.

Some households may be able to get their checks if they file a claim by June 5.

FISHY FIGURES

Unlike most class action settlements, which privately pay individuals directly for alleged harms, the state has decided to turn the settlement into a payout for its lower-income individuals.

Checks will go out to current Washington residents making less than 175% of the federal poverty level.

For an individual in 2024, that's about $26,300 per year

For a family of two, that's around $35,770.

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Single-person households who qualify will receive payments of $50, while households with two or more individuals will get $120.

"These eligibility requirements are designed to ensure that this money goes to those Washingtonians most impacted by the corporations' illegal conduct," the state Attorney General's website says.

Brands implicated in the suit included StarKist, Bumble Bee, and Chicken of the Sea.

The Supreme Court in DC refused to hear StarKist's appeal of Washington's suit back in 2022.

If you lost or misplaced your check, you have until May 1 to file a request for reissuance.

Claims and requests can be filed online.

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CLASS ACT

Class actions across the country are offering large groups of consumers money.

Data breaches, like one alleged at prosthetics company Wright and Filippis are paying out millions.

Individual class members could get $5,000 from that settlement.

A phone bill could get you thousands in settlement cash.

Lasik providers are making settlement payments after alleged "bait and switch" marketing.

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AMERICANS may qualify for payments up to $5,000 after a major data breach settlement.

Med-Data, a vendor used by hospital systems to track patient information, is paying patients through a class-action settlement.

Americans can grab one time payments up to $5,000 from 7M data breach settlement – but you must meet one of the 'tiers'

Data can be breached by hackers – or by employees[/caption]

The company faced data breach claims after an employee allegedly shared patient information on GitHub, Top Class Actions reported.

The employee's alleged actions were discovered and Med-Data announced the breach in March 2021.

The suit alleges the company was too slow to inform patients about the breach in 2018 and 2019.

Med-Data denied wrongdoing but agreed to settle the claims for $7 million.

The deadline to file a claim is May 21, 2024.

There are multiple "tiers" of benefits you can receive if you qualify.

WHO CAN GET MONEY?

Anyone whose data was shared on GitHub in 2021 by a Med-Data employee qualifies.

There are three separate tiers of benefits.

Tier one reimburses up to five hours of time lost as a result of the breach, whether spent on credit monitoring or setting up additional services, for $25 per hour.

That tier also pays up to $5,000 in documented expenses.

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Tier 2 is for those without documented expenses.

If you took "any action at all" in response to the incident, you can get a payment of up to $500.

Tier 3 benefits go to everyone who qualifies — this includes credit monitoring services.

More details are available on the settlement website.

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Because their data is often sensitive, medical companies who have security failures often have to pay out hefty sums.

ACTS Retirement Services, a company based in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Maryland is making similar payments.

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After Social Security numbers and health information may have been compromised, the company reached a settlement.

It's now paying up to $3,500 per claim.

Personal Touch Holding Corp, a Delaware-based homecare company, also faced data breach allegations.

A settlement in that case has led to payments of up to $7,500 per claim.

A prosthetics company is also paying $2.9 million.

Biometric consent suits in Illinois have caused heavy payouts, like this $8.73 million settlement.

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A SENIOR living community operator agreed to pay an undisclosed amount to settle a class action lawsuit regarding a data breach.

ACTS Retirement Services clients and employees filed the suit, claiming the company failed to protect personal information from a security breach.

Americans can score one time payments up to $3,850 from data breach settlement – the exact criteria you must follow

A senior living community operator agreed to a settlement regarding a data breach (Stock image)[/caption]

The April 2022 breach allegedly compromised names, Social Security numbers, account numbers, treatment information, and other sensitive data.

ACTS denied any wrongdoing but agreed to pay as much as $3,850 to affected individuals.

PAYMENT BREAKDOWN

Class members can receive up to $350 for documented out-of-pocket expenses such as bank fees and credit expenses.

This includes up to three hours of lost time, compensated at $25 per hour.

To claim lost time, they must have spent at least one full hour dealing with issues stemming from the breach.

Those who experienced documented monetary losses due to things such as fraud or identity theft can receive up to $3,500.

However, the claimant must have made reasonable efforts to avoid or seek reimbursement for the loss.

All class members are also eligible for two years of free credit monitoring services.

The deadline to file a claim is May 1.

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Eligible individuals may have received notices of the data breach in July 2022 and October 2022, informing them that their information was potentially compromised.

MORE MONEY

In a similar settlement, Convergent Outsourcing, a debt-collection agency, agreed to pay $2.45 million after a data breach.

Consumers claimed the company, which has an F rating on the Better Business Bureau, failed to prevent the June 2022 data breach by not implementing any reasonable cybersecurity measures.

The plaintiffs argued that the breach leaked Social Security numbers, financial account information, and other sensitive data.

Convergent denied any wrongdoing but agreed to pay as much as $11,500 to each affected client.

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Those who are eligible to file a claim should have gotten a postcard detailing the settlement and payment options.

Eligible class members can get up to $1,500 for "ordinary data breach losses," which are defined as losses from fraud or identity theft, credit expenses, bank fees, communication charges, and travel expenses.

They can also get up to 10 hours of lost time at a rate of $30 per hour.

Some consumers might be eligible to claim as much as an additional $10,000 for "extraordinary losses."

These include identity theft damages, fraudulent damages, falsified tax returns, and other misuse of personal information.

The final day to file a claim is June 19, 2024.

Another settlement is offering $85 million in payments from a generic drug lawsuit.

Plus, see how drivers can get as much as $4,750 from a data breach settlement.

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