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House bill would allow NC consumers to opt out of targeted online ads

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ncnewsline.com – Lynn Bonner – 2025-04-29 15:42:00

SUMMARY: North Carolina’s House Bill 462 aims to protect consumers’ privacy by allowing them to limit online tracking and prevent the sale of their personal data. The bill would require companies to disclose and allow access to personal data, enable consumers to opt out of targeted ads, and ensure data deletion or correction. It also mandates that social media companies get parental consent for users under 18, with some exceptions. The bill has gained bipartisan support and passed a committee vote. It addresses growing concerns about pervasive targeted ads and the availability of consumer data.

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Trump admin grounds plan to make airlines pay compensation for flight disruptions

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-09-05 19:33:16


SUMMARY: The Trump administration is planning to scrap a Biden-era proposal requiring airlines to compensate passengers for significant flight delays or cancellations caused by the airline, including mechanical issues. The proposed rule would have mandated cash, lodging, meals, and other costs for delays over 4-6 hours or cancellations on domestic and international flights. Currently, airlines must offer refunds for long delays or cancellations, a rule that remains unchanged. Airlines welcome the rollback, citing potential price hikes, while consumer advocates criticize it as a step backward that will worsen travel disruptions and increase passenger costs. The Department of Transportation is also reviewing different compensation rules for smaller airlines.

The Trump administration said Thursday it is abandoning a Biden-era plan that sought to require airlines to compensate stranded passengers with cash, lodging and meals for flight cancellations or changes caused by a carrier.

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FICO now factoring in buy now pay later

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-09-05 13:57:56


SUMMARY: This fall, FICO will begin factoring buy now, pay later (BNPL) data into credit scores. Previously, BNPL usage was largely invisible to credit reporting, similar to past issues with student loan reporting. Including BNPL data can either help or hurt consumers: responsible payers may see credit boosts, while those with poor repayment histories or multiple BNPL loans could face score declines. Payment history counts for 35% of credit scores, so missed BNPL payments can negatively impact credit. Not all BNPL firms report to credit bureaus, so consumers should manage repayments carefully to protect their credit standing.

A new way to pay will now impact your credit score.

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John Tesh releases new album ‘Sports’

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-09-05 13:49:27


SUMMARY: John Tesh, renowned composer and musician, has released a new album titled “Sports,” his first all-original instrumental collection in over 20 years. The 13-track album captures the intensity and emotion of iconic athletic moments, inspired by Tesh’s extensive experience covering events like the Tour de France and downhill skiing for CBS and NBC Sports. Known for creating memorable sports themes, including the NBA on NBC’s “Roundball Rock,” Tesh returns to his musical roots with this purposeful project. The album is available now, featuring dynamic compositions meant to energize and inspire sports enthusiasts and listeners alike.

John Tesh’s new album is called “Sports.” Tesh is known for writing the NBA on NBC basketball theme “Roundball Rock.”

WRAL’s Renee Chou sat down with Tesh to discuss the new album.

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