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Yahoo
15 minutes ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'Vulnerable' Aussie's $600 double-blow after Meta mass suspended accounts: ‘Desperate'
An Australian spray tan business owner says she was stressed, anxious and unable to sleep or eat after Meta mistakenly suspended her business and personal accounts this month. To add a further blow, she was targeted by scammers who claimed they could recover her accounts, and she lost hundreds of dollars in the process. Molly Kelly runs a spray tan business in Perth and has spent years building up her business Instagram and Facebook accounts. The 33-year-old told Yahoo Finance she was shocked when she woke up on July 6 and found her accounts had been suspended with 'no warning'. Kelly is one of multiple social media users who have accused Meta of mistakenly banning their Facebook and Instagram accounts. RELATED Aussie small business owner faces 'devastating' $80,000 hit after Meta suspends accounts The top 10 highest salaries in Australia paying up to $700,000 Rare 5 cent coin worth 25,000 times its value due to 'double headed' detail Meta sent an email to Kelly advising that she had breached community guidelines relating to 'child sexual exploitation, abuse and nudity'. Kelly said she felt 'sick' over the accusation and believes her account was mistakenly flagged by an AI moderator. She said she has never posted anything of this nature, and her account features images of fully clothed adult women. Kelly immediately appealed the suspensions, but received an email less than two hours later saying her appeal was unsuccessful and her account would be 'permanently disabled'.Desperate to get her accounts back and unable to contact Meta, Kelly posted about her predicament on TikTok. She soon received a flood of messages from third parties claiming they could help her out. 'There were hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of accounts. A lot of them look legit,' she said. 'You are just so vulnerable, you don't think, and you're so desperate, you want these accounts back, they are your life.' Kelly ended up engaging three different people who claimed they could get her accounts back. She paid $110 to the first person who claimed they worked at Meta. The payment triggered a warning via PayPal that it may be a scam, but Kelly said the man assured her he was legitimate. Kelly said alarm bells started ringing when he later claimed he needed her to transfer more money to buy a 'software code'. "I was like, oh my God, I've been scammed," she said. When she refused to pay him, Kelly said he threatened to permanently delete her social media accounts and everything on them. 'I had to realise it was all just a story and he couldn't do any of it. He was sending me fake screenshots he'd made up of my account getting restored,' she said. Kelly was then scammed out of $300 by another person who also claimed they could get her accounts back, but later asked for more money to buy a 'Meta unlock code'. She also paid another person $210 who claimed he could restore her account. Cybercriminals targeting small business owners Kelly isn't the only business owner who says they have been contacted by fraudsters claiming they can help restore their social media accounts. Kellie Johnson, the owner of wearable heat pack business Kosi, told Yahoo Finance she was contacted by scammers after her accounts were suspended by Meta this month. She said she was considering engaging them but sent screenshots of the conversation to ChatGPT, which said it was likely a scam. 'Imagine how many people would be doing that right now because they're not getting paid,' she said. IDCARE's Kathy Sundstrom told Yahoo Finance there was a lot at stake for small business owners who relied heavily on their social media presence. 'Scammers exploit this vulnerability,' she said. 'Almost all organisations or individuals who claim they can recover Meta accounts and charge a fee are scammers, particularly those that message people on TikTok and other social media platforms.' Sundstrom said there were a variety of ways scammers were targeting business owners and their social media accounts, including messaging them claiming their accounts had been suspended and telling them to click a link to request a review. 'Unfortunately, if a business owner assumes these messages are from Meta and clicks on the link, they may unknowingly provide their login credentials to a criminal,' she said. 'The attacker can then lock them out of their account and use it to advertise false investment opportunities or distribute malware-laden posts—often using the business owner's credit card linked to their Meta Business account to boost the scam content. They may also demand payment to restore access.' In other cases, cybercriminals can spam a business's comments with inappropriate content and then report the page to Meta, resulting in policy violations. IDCARE said it had assisted with more than 3,600 social media account compromises where a person was locked out and another 1,900 cases where accounts were accessed without permission between June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2025. Aussie finally gets accounts back Kelly's social media accounts were restored on Monday this week, 16 days after the initial ban. She said the ban had put her under financial stress and she had even started applying for jobs on SEEK after the number of spray tanning appointments she was receiving plummeted. 'I was like I'm gonna have to keep paying my rent, I have a mortgage, I just bought a new car the week before it all happened. I've got bills, I'm single and the cost of living is ridiculous,' she said. Kelly said she has reported the scammers to social media giants, but she is continuing to receive scam messages from numerous accounts. She said this was a slap in the face, considering businesses that were abiding by the rules were having their accounts suspended. 'You've got all these scammers on there who are rorting the system and they are getting away with it,' she said. Sundstrom said small business owners who have been scammed can contact IDCARE for in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data
Mediapart
16 minutes ago
- Mediapart
Macron says France will recognize Palestine as a state
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Miami Herald
16 minutes ago
- Miami Herald
At least 10 children were sexually abused in Alabama bunker, cops say. 7 arrested
At least 10 children were trafficked for sex acts and held in an underground storm shelter in rural Alabama, a sheriff said. Seven people — including some of the children's parents and relatives — have been arrested on different charges, including sexual abuse, rape and child trafficking, Bibb County Sheriff Jody Wade said during a July 23 news conference, broadcast by WVTM. 'I know God's forgiveness is boundless, but if there is a limit, we reached it,' Bibb told WSAZ. A monthslong investigation, beginning in February, led to the arrest of three men, the Bibb County Sheriff's Office said in a July 19 Facebook post, McClatchy News reported. Four others were arrested after, the sheriff said during the news conference. McClatchy News is not identifying the suspects to protect the identity of the children. The investigation began after deputies were notified of potential child sexual abuse at a bunker in Brent, about a 50-mile drive southwest from Birmingham, the sheriff's office said. Some of the children — ranging from 3 to 15 years old — were abused by multiple people 'on a nightly basis,' Wade said, adding that each child is now in the custody of the Department of Human Resources. 'They are safe and being cared for and speaking with counselors,' Wade said. More arrests and victims are expected as the investigation continues, Wade said. Human trafficking in the US Human trafficking is a 'crime of exploitation,' according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Traffickers profit off their victims by forcing them to engage in sex acts or do labor. 'With an estimated 27.6 million victims worldwide at any given time, human traffickers prey on people of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities, exploiting them for their own profit,' officials said. Industries where trafficking victims are forced to work include hospitality, restaurants, agriculture, construction, landscaping, factories, home care, salons, massage parlors, retail, janitorial and many more, officials said. In the U.S., children in welfare or juvenile justice systems, such as foster care, are the most vulnerable to human trafficking, officials said. Children and teens experiencing homelessness, people seeking asylum, people who struggle with substance abuse, migrant laborers, people who identify as part of the LGBTQ community and victims of domestic violence are also more vulnerable to becoming victims of human trafficking 'Traffickers can be strangers, acquaintances, or even family members, and they prey on the vulnerable and on those seeking opportunities to build for themselves a brighter future,' officials said.
USA Today
16 minutes ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Notre Dame Class of 2026 tight end target Evan Jacobson predicted to land at Texas A&M
Notre Dame landed a pair of elite tight end recruits when the program received commitments from Ian Premer and Preston Fryzel, two key offensive components in its Class of 2026. The Fighting Irish were also once considered leaders for the pledge of Waukee (Waukee, IA) tight end Evan Jacobson. But with two at the position already in the fold, tight end is seemingly taken care of in this class, which is one reason recruiting expert Steve Wiltfong gave an expert prediction for Jacobson to land with Texas A&M. Jacobson, who is also a very good basketball player like his father, who played hoops at Nebraska and Iowa State, is the second-ranked player in the state of Iowa, per the 247Sports Composite Rankings. Jacobson's offer list became even longer throughout this offseason, and he now has well over 30. Among the more notable power programs that have offered him besides the Irish are Ohio State, Penn State, LSU and A&M. One thing is clear: no matter where Jacobson lands, Irish fans have to be ecstatic about the future with Premer and Fryzel in the fold. Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Dave on X: Miller_Dave
The Sun
17 minutes ago
- Business
- The Sun
How teens can land a Saturday job this summer, earn cash and boost their CV
SCHOOL'S out for summer and thousands of teenagers are looking for ways to earn extra cash. Traditionally, young people took on a Saturday job to make money, but increasing levels of employer regulation have made it harder for firms to hire under-18s. 4 The last survey on Saturday work carried out in 2020 found only a quarter of 16 and 17-year-olds had a regular job, down from 48 per cent in 1997. And experts think the figure is even lower now. However, weekend working helps young people build skills, improves their CV and helps them get 'work ready' for when they leave school or college. While finding a Saturday job is undoubtedly harder than it used to be, it's not impossible. To help, we've teamed up with expert Natalie Ellis from Rebox HR to share her expert advice. She said: 'Saturday jobs have long been a rite of passage for teens in the UK, offering pocket money and valuable life skills.' Here's how to find work as a 16 or 17-year-old . . . Start with a CV: There are lots of free templates online. Include any voluntary work, school or weekend clubs you attend plus any events you have helped organise. Add in two people who can act as a referee — perhaps a teacher or someone in a position of authority you have helped. Look digitally: Job sites such as Indeed or Reed are brilliant for finding local opportunities. Social media platforms, especially Nextdoor and local community groups on Facebook, can be goldmines for job postings. Look locally: Don't dismiss traditional methods. Local newspapers and notice boards often advertise positions not listed online. Check shop windows and local businesses as many smaller establishments still prefer the personal touch of a walk-in application. River Island confirms which 33 stores are shutting as a further 70 at risk in huge shake-up – is your local going? Your school careers service may have links with local employers who understand the legal framework for employing young people. Being proactive gets results: Employers love people who are motivated. Don't be shy about dropping off your CV at local shops, cafés and businesses. Get networking: Consider attending local networking events where business owners gather. It might feel intimidating at first but remember that about 80 per cent of jobs are never formally advertised. These personal connections can lead to opportunities you'd never find online. Sign up to LinkedIn: A LinkedIn profile can help you network professionally, even at a young age. It shows employers you are serious about your career path. Make your application stand out: With competition for Saturday jobs fierce, you need to make your application memorable. Tailor your CV and cover letter for each position rather than sending generic applications. Even with limited experience, highlight transferable skills from school projects, sports teams or hobby groups. Show genuine enthusiasm and a willingness to learn: Employers value attitude over experience for entry-level positions. In your cover letter emphasise your flexibility within any legal parameters. This approach can reassure employers that hiring you won't be a legal minefield. Understanding pay and employment rights: If you are 16 or 17, you are legally classified as a 'young worker' under UK law and there are specific protections designed to safeguard your wellbeing and education. If you are above school leaving age, you must be paid at least the National Minimum Wage for your age bracket. Don't accept roles that offer less, as this would be illegal. You are also entitled to a 30-minute break if your working day exceeds four and a half hours, 12 hours rest between working days, and two days' rest each week. Night work is generally prohibited for young workers, with exceptions for certain industries such as hospitality and retail. 4 Sophie's Saturday job set her up SOPHIE CROOME started her career at the age of 16 with a Saturday job at Nando's in Addlestone, Surrey. After studying History at the University of Southampton, she returned to work with the company and is now a supervisor in the chicken chain's Farnham restaurant. Sophie, 22, said: 'Having a part-time job definitely improved my confidence. Before working, I found it difficult to talk to people in public, including waitresses or shop assistants. 'It also taught me a lot about the value of money. It was so nice finally having my own money to treat myself with, but it made me realise that every penny counts and I was more careful in what I bought. 'I recommend teens getting Saturday work as it helps them develop skills such as health and safety, communications, or creating relationships with other people from different backgrounds.' How to date in office THE fallout from the Coldplay kisscam video has seen married CEO Andy Byron forced to resign after he was caught in an embrace with his company's head of HR. But with three in five workers admitting to at least one office affair, what can companies do to protect themselves? Kate Palmer, at Peninsula law firm, says: 'When you hold a senior position at work, your actions are scrutinised. You might not be breaking the law, but you'll be held to account on your moral standpoint too.' Here's her top tips . . . ACCEPT RELATIONSHIPS WILL HAPPEN: Employers can't stop relationships. What they can do is manage how they are handled and the impact they have on the wider workplace. HAVE A POLICY: Set out your expectations. Do you require employees to declare relationships and, if so, at what stage does this happen? What steps will you take to ensure appropriate behaviour in the workplace and how will you manage confidentiality and sharing of information when it comes to 'pillow talk'? MITIGATE CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: This is particularly important if one employee is in a position of seniority over the other. There could be allegations of favouritism if they have control over pay or promotions. Some companies have a rule that employees cannot be on the same team if they're in a romantic relationship. MANAGE GOSSIP: Remind employees that spreading rumours about other employees' relationships is unacceptable. Everyone has a right to privacy and there is a fine line between 'banter' and harassment. BE READY FOR BREAK-UPS: It's important that employers look to minimise fallout. This is where a policy around employees having to be on different teams can really make a difference. REMEMBER SEXUAL HARASSMENT: Unwanted attention, unreciprocated affection or reluctance to accept a break-up can all lead to serious issues if employers do not manage this properly. AI 'summer slop' ALMOST half of workers are now using AI at work, up from 32 per cent last year. But there is a danger that relying on the wrong tools for the job, such as when speeding through admin, can lead to poor-quality work. And with teams under extra pressure as colleague take summer holidays, tech experts are warning of a phenomenon called 'summer slop', where overuse of AI produces generic, low-quality work. Charlie O'Brien, from Breathe HR, said: 'Using AI to streamline low-brainpower tasks and maximise productivity is savvy. 'Using AI without thinking and creating lazy AI slop is quite another. We should never sacrifice quality at the altar of AI, even when we're in a rush.' Gen Z's 2nd jobs 4 THE continuing cost-of-living crisis means that one in five Gen Z and one in nine millennials are working at least two jobs, new research reveals. The study from employee benefits platform Boostworks also found that half of millennials and 44 per cent of Gen Z staff say that financial stress directly affects their ability to concentrate at work. Jo Werker, CEO at Boostworks, said: 'Young workers are taking on second jobs because they simply can't make ends meet. It's draining, mentally, physically and financially.' The report also suggested that three-quarters of Gen Z staff were looking to their employer for help with financial education and planning tools.
