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Is Modern Life Actually Better? Online Shopping, Refund Scams & Toxic Social Media

Is Modern Life Actually Better? Online Shopping, Refund Scams & Toxic Social Media

Modern life promises greater convenience—but is it really making our lives better?

Shopping has increasingly moved online, even when dealing with major retailers such as Home Depot and Best Buy. The selection may be larger, but what happens when the record arrives warped, the clothes don’t fit, or the product isn’t what you ordered? Getting a proper refund can become its own battle, with sellers offering percentage refunds if you agree to keep something you never wanted.

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