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Amazon Issues Scam Warning To Prime Members Amid Spike In Phishing
Curated By : Shankhyaneel Sarkar Last Updated: July 23, 2025, 20:28 IST In this representative AI-generated image, a concerned user examines a suspicious email while subtle visual cues highlight common signs of phishing scams, as a stylized shadow figure in the background symbolizes the hidden threats of online fraud. (IMAGE: IMAGEN 3 ENGINE) Amazon Prime users are being warned about a spike in phishing scams where attackers impersonate the company to steal sensitive data such as bank details, login credentials and social security numbers, the New York Post said, citing a top Amazon official. In a statement earlier this month, Amazon said it had taken down over 55,000 phishing websites and 12,000 phone numbers used in impersonation scams in 2024 alone. The company noted a marked rise in such attempts, especially around fake emails and texts linked to account or order issues. 'Scammers who attempt to impersonate Amazon put consumers at risk," said Dharmesh Mehta, vice president of Selling Partner Services, while speaking to the New York Post . 'Although these scams take place outside our store, we will continue to invest in protecting consumers and educating the public on how to avoid scams." Many of these scams involve emails, texts or calls claiming the user made a purchase they don't recall, prompting them to share personal details to 'verify" the order. According to Malwarebytes, some fake emails also falsely claim that a user's Prime subscription will auto-renew at a high price, including a bogus 'cancel subscription" button that redirects to a fake Amazon login page. If users enter their details on such pages, scammers can access not just their Amazon account, but any other platform using the same credentials. In some cases, users are also asked to share payment information. Swipe Left For Next Video View all Amazon said it is rolling out measures to help users verify authentic communication. Gmail, Yahoo, and other major email users will now see the Amazon smile logo beside genuine emails. The company also reiterated that it will never ask for payments over the phone or email, and never request gift card purchases. Users are advised to double-check purchase history on the official Amazon app or website and report suspicious activity directly to the company. Shankhyaneel Sarkar Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev... Read More Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev... Read More News18 Tech delivers the latest technology updates, including phone launches, gadget reviews, AI advancements, and more. Stay informed with breaking tech news, expert insights, and trends from India and around the world. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments News tech Amazon Issues Scam Warning To Prime Members Amid Spike In Phishing Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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24-06-2025
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Iran's Missile Strike Leaves Housing Society In Israel's Be'er Sheva In Ruins
Curated By : Shankhyaneel Sarkar Last Updated: June 24, 2025, 16:07 IST Emergency personnel work at an impacted residential site, following a missile attack from Iran on Israel, amid the Israel-Iran conflict, in Be'er Sheva, Israel. (IMAGE: REUTERS) At least four people were killed and more than 22 injured after an Iranian missile struck a residential building in the southern Israeli city of Beersheba early Tuesday morning, hours before a planned ceasefire was set to take effect. Footage circulating on social media showed extensive damage to the upper floors of the apartment block in Beersheba, with parts of the structure visibly collapsed and debris strewn across the street below. The aerial video, shared most likely by pro-Iranian accounts, was captioned as showing 'great destruction" in the 'occupied city of Beersheba." Israeli rescue teams were seen sifting through rubble as emergency crews worked to clear the site. The attack was part of a coordinated pre-dawn barrage in which Iran fired six missile salvos targeting central, northern and southern Israel. The first wave began shortly after 5 am, with sirens sending millions into bomb shelters across the country. In Beersheba, two missiles were launched at 5:40 a.m. One was intercepted, while the other struck the sixth floor of a relatively new apartment complex. The missile impact caused part of the structure to collapse and damaged multiple floors. According to a preliminary assessment by Israel's Home Front Command, the missile penetrated two reinforced bomb shelters—rooms specifically built to withstand such attacks. Both rooms were occupied and one of them was completely destroyed, leading to fatalities inside. Swipe Left For Next Video View all The strike came just before the 7am ceasefire was due to begin, following announcements from both Iran and Israel that they had agreed to the truce. However, missile launches resumed shortly before 10:30 am, prompting Israeli officials to warn of a strong military response. Be'er Sheba, often considered the capital of southern Israel, lies roughly 75 km southwest of Jerusalem and about 1,600 km from Tehran. It has a population of around 210,000 and is one of the country's fastest-growing cities. While it is a major administrative and commercial hub for Israel's Negev region, Palestinians and pro-Palestinian voices often refer to it as part of historic Palestine. Shankhyaneel Sarkar Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev... Read More Shankhyaneel Sarkar is a senior subeditor at News18. He covers international affairs, where he focuses on breaking news to in-depth analyses. He has over five years of experience during which he has covered sev... Read More News world Iran's Missile Strike Leaves Housing Society In Israel's Be'er Sheva In Ruins | Watch
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03-06-2025
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Zimbabwe To Cull Dozens Of Elephants, Distribute Meat To Locals
Elephant meat is rarely eaten but those who have tried it say it tastes like gamey beef. Zimbabwe, the southern African country home to the second-biggest elephant population in the world after Botswana, will cull dozens of elephants and distribute the meat to its people to ease the sudden boom in the population of the pachyderms. Wildlife authorities in Zimbabwe made the announcement on Tuesday, news agency AFP said in a report. Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Authority (ZimParks) said in a statement that the culling will occur at a vast private game reserve in the southeast and would initially target 50 elephants. 'Elephant meat from the management exercise will be distributed to local communities while ivory will be state property that will be handed over to the ZimParks for safekeeping," it said. Elephant meat is rarely consumed globally due to legal and ethical concerns, but in regions where it's eaten, it has been described as tasting similar to beef or pork, with a gamey flavor and slightly sweet undertones. The meat is typically dense and fibrous, often requiring slow cooking methods like stewing or braising to tenderize it, according to Chef's Resource and The Trellis. Nutritionally, elephant meat is lean, low in cholesterol and rich in protein, iron, and B-vitamins, attributed to the animal's herbivorous diet of grasses, fruits and bark, according to Eat Delights. There was no clarity over how many of the animals would be killed in total or over what period. An aerial survey in 2024 showed the reserve, the Save Valley Conservancy, had 2,550 elephants, more than triple its carrying capacity of 800, ZimParks said. At least 200 have been translocated to other parks over the past five years. Zimbabwe is unable to sell its stockpile of tusks due to a global ban on ivory trading. Tuesday's announcement came a day after four people were arrested in the capital Harare with more than 230 kilogrammes (500 pounds) of ivory for which they were allegedly seeking a buyer. In 2024, Zimbabwe culled 200 elephants as it faced an unprecedented drought that led to food shortages. It was the first major cull since 1988. The move to hunt the elephants for food has drawn sharp criticism, particularly as the animals are a major tourism draw. About the Author Shankhyaneel Sarkar First Published: June 03, 2025, 21:35 IST
