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Beware of Phony Boston Marathon Stories
Don't be fooled by untrue stories, stay away from scams and more things to know today.
5 Things You Need to Know Today:
1. False. There is plenty of misinformation in the wake of the Boston Marathon attacks. They range from stories of phone companies shutting down service to "false flag" conspiracy theories. Get informed and learn what other stories are completely fake.
2. Scams. Also be on the lookout for scammers trying to take advantage of the Boston Marathon tragedy. Local police and the BBB are working to combat the flood of scammers out there. Find out more.
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3. Patch Fact: Moriori is the name of a culture that was believed to predate the Maori of New Zealand. In the 1800's, anthropologists in New Zealand discovered evidence of a local culture that differed from Maori culture.
4. Toxic letter. The U.S. Secret Service intercepted a letter to President Obama that contained a poison called ricin. Other letters have been found that contain the toxic substance. Find out more.
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5. Weather Report: Today: Partly cloudy. High 62F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Tonight: Cloudy. Low near 50F. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.
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