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Sen. Gary Peters wants ICE to explain why it bought spyware that can covertly take control of phones

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Washington — The ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is demanding that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement explain why it has purchased commercial spyware capable of covertly taking control of phones as well as collecting messages, photographs, location information and other personal data. Democratic Sen. Gary Peters of Michigan called … Read more

When’s the last time you bought new sheets? Here’s how often experts say to wash and change them out

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There are so many different options online and in stores when it comes to bedding — the variety of pillowcases, flat sheets and comforters available makes it hard to know what to choose. What’s less confusing though is knowing that no matter what, your sheets need to be cleaned regularly to avoid stains, odors and … Read more

Just bought a house? Here’s when to expect the big HVAC bill.

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Knowing what stage your HVAC system is in can help you estimate when a significant expense could arise. Sakchai Vongsasiripat/Getty Images Buying a home tends to be one of the biggest financial milestones most people will ever reach, especially in today’s unusual housing market, where home prices remain high despite elevated mortgage rates. But once … Read more

Mother and son identified as skeletal remains found in Connecticut home bought at auction

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A mother and her son have been identified as two of the three skeletal remains found in a Connecticut home that was bought at auction. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The remains found at the Burlington home were identified as Brian Cash, 22, and … Read more

SEE IT: Lavish $35M mansion bought by tech CEO accused of feeding US gear to Iran’s nuclear machine

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Dan Hoffman on tech CEO accused of sending secret shipments to Iran Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman weighs in on the alleged decade-long scheme where tech CEO Jamshid Ghomi sold U.S. computer networking parts to Iran. Hoffman emphasizes the counter-intelligence success by the FBI in exposing the tech scheme. He discusses the potential damage … Read more

Fraudsters bought game-worn Kobe Bryant sneakers and Ferraris with taxpayer funds

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In a secret federal law enforcement warehouse in Southern California, dozens of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and stacks of coveted sports memorabilia – like Mickey Mantle rookie cards and game-worn Kobe Bryant sneakers – offer a modest testament to the mountains of taxpayer money being illegally diverted through fraud, law enforcement officials told CBS News. By some … Read more

Why Nike’s CEO bought $2 million worth of shares at a low point for the company

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Nike is in “cleanup mode,” but its chief executive officer has nothing but confidence in the iconic American company. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. CEO Elliott Hill spoke to NBC News in an exclusive interview last week at the company’s Beaverton, Oregon headquarters, where he … Read more

Animal rescue group says it bought 1,500 beagles from Wisconsin facility targeted by protesters

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MADISON, Wis. — Animal refuge groups said Wednesday that they have agreed to buy nearly 1,500 beagles at a Wisconsin dog breeding and research business that was the site of a violent clash earlier this month between activists trying to break in and police who repelled them with tear gas and pepper spray. Big Dog … Read more