Are You At Risk For It takes surprisingly little to become a victim of identity theft. A social security number or other personal identification ending up in the wrong person’s hands can make one’s life a lot more than just unpleasant. Here are...
Mastering the fine art of doing Mardi Gras with kids can lead to a tear-free, giggle-filled day. Children love the process, so let them assist in getting ready for any parties, help decorate the house and plan what costume they want to wear, explaining the custom and...
Recent news events have cast Louisiana into the national spotlight as a result of high profile violent crimes against women in the state. “Southeast and Southwest Louisiana, in particularly, have been the primary settings of recent violent crimes against and...
We take them for granted, these marvels of technology. Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) offer convenience to busy bank customers and greatly reduce transaction costs to banks. But, as is often the case, technology has its downside. As the production and use of ATMs...
Internet scammers casting about for people’s financial information have a new way to lure unsuspecting victims: They go "phishing." Phishing, also called "carding," is a high-tech scam that uses spam to deceive consumers into...
Tips to Keep Your It can happen in an instant and a child’s life is forever changed. The ‘it’ is child abduction, a parent’s worst fear and an experience one should never know. The recent spate of child abductions, and attempted...
