Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Friday, May 16, 2025

UK Radio Station hires Rap Artist Nelly as DJ

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Global Radio’s Choice, London’s number one urban Radio Station , is excited to announce award-winning rap artist Nelly as the new DJ of its Saturday afternoon show throughout November. From Saturday 6th November, the three-time Grammy Award winner will be taking over the early afternoon show ““ bringing Londoners the biggest and best urban music, a selection of tracks from his upcoming album 5.0 and giving listeners the chance to interact with one of the biggest names in music. His first show airs a week before the release of his US smash single Just a Dream on November 15th.Nelly will be taking over Choice every Saturday in November from 3pm and it will be reloaded every Tuesday evening from 7pm.

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