Netflix about to raise prices? McDonalds & the neighborhood, and new scams to watch out for
Is Netflix going to raise its price? It’s been a few years since the last price change so people are beginning to wonder. Some speculate that Netflix will move to a tiered price structure to help stave off complaints. It’s all part of consumer marketing. The Atlantic has an article this week explaining how it might work.
McDonald’s made the news this week when a local New York branch brought in the police to kick out some elderly patrons who were camping out for most of the day. The dispute was settled and things seem to have quieted down, but why did this particular McDonald’s become the neighborhood’s de facto senior center? The New York Times investigated and discovered it had more to do with neighborhood dynamics, restaurant layout, and convenience than the great coffee and food.
The US 1 dollar bill hasn’t had a refresh in over 50 years. Every other bill has seen lots of changes recently. Why not old George? Partly because the low denomination currency isn’t a frequent target of counterfeiting. And also because the vending machine industry doesn’t want it to happen.
Had a call on your mobile recently that rings once and then hangs up? Don’t be so quick to call that number back to see who it is. It could be a scam that will cost you.
Speaking of scams, most credit card users know that it’s important to check monthly statements for suspicious charges. Obviously, large sums that you never charged should be reported and generally can be removed. But how often do you just skip over smaller charges? If you see $9.84 from a somewhat vague company, look closer.
Hate peeling potatoes? Have you tried the water-bath technique? A colleague found a video on Facebook that demos.
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