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16+ min ago (234+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Counterfeit designer gifts are flooding online marketplaces, making it harder for shoppers to distinguish authentic luxury items from fakes during the holiday shopping season. I experienced the problem firsthand several years ago when I nearly purchased a fake vintage watch on eBay. After winning an auction with a suspiciously low price, I contacted the seller who admitted the watch "may not be real." The incident highlights a growing problem with counterfeit goods sold online, particularly on social media platforms and unverified marketplaces. eBay responded to the counterfeit problem by launching verification services for high-value items. When customers purchase expensive watches, sellers must ship items to a verification center where experts authenticate them before forwarding to buyers. Watch Uncovered by ANF Investigates every Sunday at 7 p.m. on Atlanta News First. Takeaway: If you're spending a lot on…...

19+ min ago (200+ words) It isn't any secret that the Atlanta Braves are a team that are supposed to be built to win now. Having already paid Ozzie Albies, Chris Sale, Austin Riley, Mat Looking at Atlanta's current farm system, it becomes clear that the franchise is likely to part ways with one notable prospect. Right-hander JR Ritchie has enjoyed an incredibly solid start to his minor league career and remains the Braves' second-ranked prospect, giving Atlanta a great trade chip that it must utilize to make moves to win now. Atlanta's roster needs a designated hitter, starting shortstop, setup options, and outfield depth. Trading away Ritchie can help fix these problems without forcing the Braves' front office to spend big bucks in free agency. Looking back at the past two offseasons, it is clear that this front office prefers not to target the…...

28+ min ago (121+ words) Hikers in Mt. Charleston, Nevada, had to be rescued by helicopter after one slipped over the edge and a second tried to help them. The incident happened on the afternoon of Nov. 26. Three of the hikers were in a snowy area near Little Falls when one slipped over the side and landed on a ledge, KVVU reported. KSNV said they were off-trail when it happened. A second tried to save the first person, but neither was able to get back up onto the trail. The third person then called for help, contacting 911. A helicopter had to rescue the two hikers who were on the ledge. Neither was hurt, KSNV reported. They were, however, checked out for hypothermia symptoms....

51+ min ago (427+ words) A state authority that manages a key database of Georgia real estate records said it thwarted a ransomware attack and has returned its website and systems back to normal operations. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks" Cooperative Authority, which operates a database for the state"s real estate index, said it detected the intrusion Nov. 21 and "immediately activated" defensive controls....

58+ min ago (13+ words) Forsyth County man accused of rape and sodomy according to a recent indictment....

1+ hour ago (13+ words) Giving back for the holiday season started early for Brian and Kelly Tam....

1+ hour, 1+ min ago (417+ words) The Atlanta Falcons might have lost in Week 13, but that didn't stop their social media team from being the winners of the afternoon. After David Sills V scored a touchdown for the second consecutive week, the Falcons took their opportunity to stir the pot with their fanbase on Twitter. With the expanded action for the veteran wideout, it saw the Dirty Birds turn to an adequate Drake London replacement in the 27-24 loss to the New York Jets. But when the 30-year-old scored a nine-yard touchdown, the Falcons' X account made a great reference to new LSU head coach Lane Kiffin. Amid what has been a controversial few days for the former Ole Miss coach, the Falcons had to cater to their populous fanbase which largely consists of Georgia and Alabama fans. And after a highly-publicized decision that saw Kiffin decide…...

1+ hour, 2+ min ago (250+ words) NEW YORK " Starbucks has agreed to a settlement that will see the cafe chain pay $35 million to thousands of workers. The issue was found at 300 locations in the city, WABC reported. Starbucks was also given a $3.4 million civil penalty in an agreement with New York's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, which brought the lawsuit, and will comply with the city's Fair Workweek law. "This (law) is notoriously challenging to manage and this isn't just Starbucks issue, nearly every retailer in the city faces these roadblocks," Starbucks spokeswoman Jaci Anderson said, according to the AP. Each employee who was an hourly worker in New York City will get $50 for each week they worked from July 2021 to July 2024. Additional compensation may be awarded for people who worked for Starbucks in the Big Apple after July 2024, but they will have to file…...

1+ hour, 9+ min ago (26+ words) Overnight and possible daytime lane closures on Ga. 400 between North Springs and McFarland are expected this week as work continues on the express lanes project....

1+ hour, 16+ min ago (405+ words) Trae Young has been branded as "not a winning player" for the bulk of his career. Whether this criticism is fair or unfair remains to be seen until he proves he can elevate a team built around him to postseason success. The Athletic published an article in which three writers answered questions about the unexpected shape of the Eastern Conference, with teams like the Pistons and Raptors occupying the top seeds. When asked which team was the most fraudulent, however, two of the three authors nominated the Hawks. The common reasoning? A lack of trust in Young. Young is perhaps the most polarizing star in the league, with some contrarians arguing he shouldn't be considered a star at all. At the same time, their counterparts point to Young's impressive statistical track record and see an underrated offensive engine." The truth…...