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A new alert regarding an alarming surge in phony text messages supposedly from the electronic toll collection service FasTrak, are being sent to American motorists. Scammers target program users with the phony messages that allegedly will threaten to shut down their account unless they provide personal financial and identifying information that could be used to…
The United Kingdom has brought a slew of important updates to its consumer protection laws and subscription contract regulation, aimed at empowering consumers and ensuring fair business practices. Such changes come into effect from 2025, focusing on the enhancement of transparency, ease in cancellation, and curbing of unfair practices that exist in the subscription-based services….
Residents of Greene and Washington counties seeking expert guidance on home repairs and rebuilding efforts are encouraged to attend upcoming consultations from January 6 to January 18. The initiative is designed to support homeowners, renters, and business owners affected by recent natural disasters or structural challenges. Within the two-week duration, repair and rebuild professionals will…
The General Services Administration has made a significant step forward in sustainability through awarding its groundbreaking electricity contract that aligns with renewable energy sources. This milestone marks a testament to the agency’s push for reducing its environmental footprint while keeping its expenses at a cost-efficient level to provide energy for federal operations. This historic contract,…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made available the lending rates for January 2025, which serve as important financial information for agricultural producers to plan their operations for the next year. Key Lending Rates for January 2025 Farm Operating Loans: The direct operating loans have an interest rate of 3.25%, which gives farmers access…
Fargo Public Library has launched two engaging reading challenges to welcome the New Year. It aims to inspire residents of all ages to develop a love for reading and learning. 2025 Winter Reading Challenge: Set for January 1 to February 28, the challenge encourages registrants to create personal reading goals and explore many genres. Those…
According to a federal lawsuit filed Thursday, the U.S. Department of Justice has levied an amended complaint against fintech company Dave Inc. as well as Chief Executive Jason Wilk for committing federal law relating to deceptive practices in marketing. This comes shortly after the referral of the same case by the Federal Trade Commission to…
Vestas, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of wind energy solutions, has received the order to provide turbines for an offshore wind project of 315 MW, which will be located off the coast of Japan. The company intends this order to be in line with a future trend towards renewable energy. Under the deal, Vestas…
Many people are signing up for Dry January, the sober challenge that starts this New Year. Dry January has become increasingly popular globally whether it is because of health concerns, a new beginning after the holiday season, or an interest in sober lifestyles. Here is everything you need to know about how it works and…
After the court vacated its first implementation order, pushing deadlines for compliance to January 13, 2025, for specific entities. As such, businesses are hereby advised to prepare for compliance with upcoming reporting requirements or face the consequences. Corporate Transparency Act: Recent judicial developments have reinstated the Corporate Transparency Act, which seeks to enhance transparency through…
