Become cyber-safe: Stay alert for scams during the holiday season – taosnews

Holiday season means a lot of shopping, especially online. Shoppers should be aware of all potential threats and scams. Staying away from unknown senders via email, and even sites that appear to be popular shopping sites is a great way to stay away from scams. Criminals use email addresses that resemble popular sites, but are […]

Landlord Allegedly Caught On Camera Having Sex In Tenant’s Bedroom

Using a motion capture camera, a couple renting from a landlord found this landlord having sex on their own bed without permission. Police said the landlord entered the apartment illegally to perform intercourse with someone else. Not only this but the motion capture camera sent the tenets a message telling them that someone was in […]

Do Women Need A Stun Gun?

There is no need for discussion. The fact is, we must protect ourselves from violent crime and our homes from invasion. Do you need a stun gun for self defense? I believe this is a question that every woman needs to ask herself and answer. You may decide that a stun gun is not right […]

Gangs Use Social Media to Force Teens into Prostitution

With the world being to technologically advanced, pimps and gangs are using social media platforms, such as Facebook, to lure young girls with intents on making them victims of sex trafficking. It will start with a friend request, the guy complimenting the girl and after some conversation, the initiation of an in-person meet. Parents should […]

Should Runners Use Dog Pepper Spray?

An exercise enthusiast that runs daily is likely to encounter at least one dog during their morning run. Some of these dogs are dangerous and so, it is a good idea to carry dog pepper spray during their routine. Dog pepper spray is very easy to carry and there are many varieties available. Should Runners […]

10 Steps to a Safer Apartment

Getting your first apartment can be exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. Living in an apartment has many benefits including proximity to a lot of other people while this is appealing to the social butterflies among us it also comes with drawbacks like less privacy.  Because of the nature of apartment living it is likely […]

The Many Home Uses Of An Infrared Motion Sensor Alarm

When your looking at upgrading your home security system one of the first things you will want to purchase will be a motion detecting device. Infrared motion sensor alarm’s have many benefits for ensuring the safety and security of your home including the ability to work without electricity. Learn how infrared motion sensor alarm’s can […]

Social Workers and Nurses’ Personal Safety at the Front Door

Personal safety is paramount for health providers, social workers, and nurses knocking on client’s doors especially when it is the first visit. There are four critical strategies to ensure your safety when knocking on a stranger’s door. Learn how and why these strategies will help you protect yourself in the event something goes wrong. Social […]

Blow Darts – How Not to Use a Blowgun

If you ever wanted to use a blow dart to play that fictional game of cowboys and Indians you’ll never find enough friends to play with, then you might want to learn how to use it. God knows they aren’t practical, and if I wanted to hunt for my next meal and compete with others […]

Covering Your “Six” – A Technique to Improve your Situational Awareness

Ever go walking down a street one day and had to keep looking over your shoulder? Did you do it out of suspicion, or to keep a lookout? It’s not paranoia to be wary of your surroundings, in fact watching your six in public deters thieves and criminals who would otherwise take advantage of you. […]