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The saga of MoviePass has reached its logical conclusion: According to CNBC, the movie-ticket company is now being investigated for fraud. New York’s Attorney General Barbara Underwood has reportedly opened an investigation into MoviePass and its parent company, Helios and Matheson Analytics, to evaluate whether it misled investors. Underwood is reportedly investigating under the Martin Act, an anti-fraud law meant to protect investors. In a statement to CNBC, the company denied any wrongdoing, adding: “We believe our public disclosures have been complete, timely and truthful and we have not misled investors. We look forward to the opportunity to demonstrate that to the New York Attorney General.” In June, the Miami Herald reported on Helios and Matheson CEO Ted Farnsworth’s decades-...

Homelessness is a common issue amongst veterans in the U.S. They often suffer from PTSD, have trouble adjusting back to civilian life, and must find work in an already competitive job market with no recent relevant experience. Though many organizations to help vets do exist, many fly under the radar and end up on the streets. When one woman found herself in such times of trouble, a homeless veteran came to her rescue, and she and her boyfriend seemed eternally grateful. However, the couple who started off with a helping hand soon became the veteran’s worst enemies… Family pictures always look joyful, but not every holiday picture is what it seems. The couple on the right showed a big act of kindness to the man on the left, but this story doesn’t have such a happy ending. It all ...

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MoviePass’ parent company is being investigated for fraud

Homeless Man Gets More Than He Ever Dreamed Of, Only To Lose It All