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  • 10 jobs for associate-degree holders that pay more than you think in 2026
    From the control tower to the clinic: High-paying careers you can start in just two years By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs January 2, 2026 You dont need a bachelors to earn a great salary: Several jobs with top pay only require a two-year degree. Specialized fields and health care dominate: Aviation and medical tech lead the pack. Job growth matters: Many high-paying roles also have solid future demand. Thinking about skipping a four-year degree but still want a well-paying career? In 2026, associate degrees are poised to continue to unlock solid earning opportunitiesin fields from aviation to health care and engineering. With the right training and certifications, you can start working sooner and still bring home a paycheck that beats many bachelors-level jobs. Resume Genius put together a list of 10 of the highest-paying jobs for associate degree-holders in 2026. "Associate… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    CONSUMER AFFAIRS – General | Consumers & ShoppingFri, January 2, 2026
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  • When ‘New Year, New You’ attracts the wrong attention
    The wellness scams hiding behind GLP-1 drugs and Oura Rings By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs January 2, 2026 As interest in GLP-1s and wellness tech like the Oura Ring surges in the new year, fraudsters are using fake ads and lookalike websites to exploit consumers motivation to get healthy. Many of these schemes use AI-generated ads, stolen doctor identities, and websites that closely mimic trusted brands and medical organizations. Experts warn that consumers should double-check URLs, avoid ads making urgent or celebrity-backed health claims, and only purchase prescriptions and wellness products through official or authorized channels. Every January, millions of Americans plan to hit reset. We promise ourselves well eat better, lose weight, sleep more, and finally invest in our health. This surge in motivation has created a booming market for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, supplements, and sleek health tech like… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    CONSUMER AFFAIRS – General | Consumers & ShoppingFri, January 2, 2026
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  • Quishing scams surge as criminals target older adults
    A fast-growing twist on phishing By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs December 30, 2025 Quishing, or QR-code phishing, is emerging as a fast-growing fraud tactic. Consumer advocates say older adults are among the most frequent targets. Experts urge skepticism of urgent messages and caution when scanning codes. A new form of fraud known as quishingshort for QR-code phishingis quickly becoming a favorite tool of scammers, and consumer advocates warn that older adults are among the most frequent targets. Unlike traditional phishing schemes that rely on suspicious emails or text messages, quishing uses QR codes to lure victims to fake websites or malware downloads. The codes may appear on mailed notices, parking tickets, restaurant flyers, utility bills, or even fraudulent bank alerts. A simple scan with a smartphone can direct users to a website designed to harvest personal information or trigger malicious downloads. This tactic works because QR… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    CONSUMER AFFAIRS – General | Consumers & ShoppingFri, January 2, 2026
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  • Amazon is mailing out previously returned items – here’s how to spot one
    The fastest way to tell if youre not the first owner By Kyle James of ConsumerAffairs January 2, 2026 Clear packaging with green label: Items that arrive in transparent plastic bags (often used during Whole Foods returns) are a common sign the product has been previously returned Condition labels that arent New: Listings marked Used Like New, Very Good, or Good mean the item passed inspection but may lack original packaging Repackaged or missing boxes: If the item shows up loose, resealed, or without retail packaging, its likely part of Amazons return-resale pipeline Some Amazon customers are opening their recently delivered boxes and finding their item in a clear plastic bag with a green label along the top. No original packaging and sometimes with no original tag. These arent brand-new items; theyre actually customer returns that Amazon has re-entered into its… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    CONSUMER AFFAIRS – General | Consumers & ShoppingFri, January 2, 2026
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  • US Rice, Cotton Farmers Get Biggest Relief in Trump Bailout
    The US Department of Agriculture unveiled long-awaited details of its $12 billion aid package for farmers, with American growers of rice and cotton standing to get the biggest payments. But while the payments were welcomed by farmers and industry groups … ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    INSURANCE JOURNAL – General | Consumers & ShoppingFri, January 2, 2026
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  • Dr Alex shares five ways that running helps your brain
    From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    BBC NEWS – Health | Health & WellnessFri, January 2, 2026
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  • Litigation Funding, Other New Laws in SE States Could Impact Liability Insurance
    New laws in Southeastern states took effect this week, impacting several aspects of property and casualty insurance. In Georgia, Senate Bill 69 puts new restrictions on third-party litigation financing, a lawsuit funding practice that has raised growing concerns for insurers. … ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
    INSURANCE JOURNAL – General | Consumers & ShoppingFri, January 2, 2026
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