kaptana11 removed as Russian scammer

kaptana11 removed as Russian scammer (no photo)

Uses e-mail address kaptana11@yahoo.com

Uses stolen credit cards.

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recent active member RSS feeds

I've added three new RSS feeds:

1. Recent active members
2. Recent active female members
3. Recent active male members

These feeds do not include members who choose to not let others see when they last signed in. This option is available in "my profile".

Soliciting Konfabulator widgets

I'm soliciting Konfabulator Widgets for OtherSingles. If your Konfabulator Widget is interesting, I will post it on OtherSingles with credit to you, and give you a free lifetime membership. I'll work with you to create an xml/rss feed for your Widget. Please visit OtherSingles.com/rssfeed.cfm

New RSS feeds added

I've added three new RSS feeds:

1. all updated profiles
2. updated female profiles
3. updated male profiles

mariyamariya removed as Russian scammer

mariyamariya removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address atreegal@jps.net

Uses stolen PayPal accounts.

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tatanisa Removed as Russian scammer

tatanisa removed as Russian scammer (no photo)

Uses e-mail address valentisa@rambler.ru.

Uses stolen credit cards.

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tatanysa removed as Russian scammer.

tatanysa removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail addresses: tatanusa@mail.ru and tatanusa@rambler.ru

Uses stolen credit cards.

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RSSing on OtherSingles

I've started adding RSS feeds of OtherSingles on the rss feeds page. The RSS is a feed of new members. RSS feeds are available to anyone.

natusya removed as Russian scammer

natusya removed as Russian scammer.

Uses stolen credit cards.

Uses e-mail address: pretty_nat2005@yahoo.com

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girla removed as a Russian scammer

girla removed as a Russian scammer (no photo).

Uses e-mail address spritegirl@mail.ru

Uses stolen credit cards.

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Nastyasun removed as Russian scammer

Nastyasun removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address nastyasun@inbox.ru.

Uses stolen credit cards.

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coollady removed as a Russian scammer

coollady removed as a Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail addresses: irinagirl@inbox.ru and irinalove@list.ru

Uses stolen PayPal accounts.

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Irishalove removed as a Russian scammer

Irishalove removed as a Russian scammer (no photo).

Uses e-mail addresses: irinagirl@inbox.ru and irinalove@list.ru

Uses stolen PayPal accounts.

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irinagirl removed as Russian scammer

irinagirl removed as Russian scammer (no photo).

Uses e-mail addresss irinagirl@inbox.ru and irinalove@list.ru

Uses stolen PayPal accounts.

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olian removed as Russian scammer

olian removed as Russian scammer (no photo).

Uses e-mail address olia_olia@sibmail.com.

Uses stolen PayPal accounts.

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elenastep removed as Russian scammer

elenastep removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address lentochka.elena@gmail.com and elenafromkirov@gmail.com.

Uses stolen credit cards.

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recent active members added

I've added pictures of the eight most recent active members to every page, just below the site menu. When someone signs into their OtherSingles profile they will appear as a recent active member.

Bookmarking profiles

Members can now bookmark their favorite profile into their web browser "favorites". Click on the "bookmark" link in the profile just below the photo.

Displaying member IM name and e-mail addresses

Each member has the option to display their e-mail address and IM names in their profile. This information is only available to subscribers. I changed the way this information is displayed to non-subscribers. Non-subscribers will now see a message that states whether this information is available or not before they subscribe. Previously non-subscribers saw a message stating that they had to subscribe to see it whether it was posted or not.

Thank you to steven2u for the suggestion.

U.S. Embassy on Russian Internet Dating Scams

*update I removed the links to the original post because the original post keeps moving every few weeks*

From the US Embassy in Moscow:

The growing popularity of Internet romance has led to the growth of fraudulent online activity in Russia directed at Americans and others outside Russia. The United States Embassy in Moscow is receiving increasing numbers of complaints from American citizens who have been lured into online relationships via false internet profiles. Often, these are men pretending to be women who make contact with Americans – usually men – over the Internet through dating websites or chat rooms. The fictitious person then seeks to create a virtual relationship through the exchange of photos and e-mails. At some point s/he begins to ask for money, frequently asking that it be transferred through wire services. S/he commonly states that the money is needed to help resolve a family tragedy or arrange for a trip to the United States. A copy of a fraudulent U.S. visa is sometimes attached to prove good intentions. The U.S. Embassy in Moscow urges Americans to exercise caution – many U.S. citizens have lost hundreds, and even thousands, of dollars.

There are common factors in these Internet scams. Scammers usually misinform the Americans about travel expenses and/or they inflate the cost of the expenses that do exist. They lure the American in with e-mails, pictures, phone calls, fake visas, and even e-mails from fake travel agencies in an attempt to prove their good intentions. Typically, something happens and they "can't leave the country." They either "are hospitalized for an injury" and a "member of the family" contacts the American citizen requesting money, or a "member of the family" needs an emergency operation and needs money. Sometimes they are stuck at the airport and are not allowed to board until they can show they have a certain amount of dollars to cover their expenses while in the U.S. Some claim to have been robbed of the money that was sent or claim that they are detained at the airport. Again, their purpose is not to immigrate to the U.S., but to get as much money as possible from the victim. Most of these scammers are actually men who are paying women a minimal fee to sit and pose for pictures and pick up the money at an office of a money transfer agency.

Please keep in mind that, while the U.S. Embassy in Moscow does not have the authorization to initiate investigations of these scams, the Fraud Prevention Unit can verify the authenticity of any U.S. visa via e-mail at FPMM@state.gov.

FAQs to Russian Internet Dating Scams

Based upon previous inquiries, the Embassy has created a list of Frequently-Asked-Questions (FAQs) with answers.

1. I’ve heard a lot about Internet dating scams involving Russian women. I would like to know whether the woman I have met is for real, but all I have is her name and photo. Is this enough to find out if she exists?
Unfortunately, the U.S. Embassy cannot verify the identity of Russian women. Russia has strict laws protecting the distribution of information about Russian citizens. The embassy has information on foreign citizens only if a person has actually applied for services from the U.S. government.

2. Can you tell me whether this visa is genuine or if this woman has applied for a visa?
If you would like to verify whether someone has received a visa, you may contact us at fpmm@state.gov.

3. I’ve heard there are blacklists of women who are known Internet dating scammers. Does the U.S. Embassy have a blacklist? Where do I find a blacklist?
Although the U.S. Embassy does not maintain such a list, there are many Internet “blacklist” websites, where victims of scams have placed information and identities of people who have defrauded them. It may be helpful to perform an Internet search for such sites.

4. I think I have been scammed. I have sent this woman $2,000.00 and now I find out her visa is a fake. How do I get my money back?
We regret that the U.S. Embassy has no way of obtaining your money for you. We suggest contacting the money transfer agency or your credit card company to ascertain their policies in such cases.

5. I want to lodge a complaint with the Russian government and the U.S. authorities about being scammed. Can the U.S. Embassy help me? Who do I contact?
Because the U.S. Embassy is a diplomatic mission and not a law enforcement agency, you will need to go through the appropriate law enforcement channels, should you believe you are a victim of fraud. You may contact law enforcement authorities in your area. You may also visit the Internet Fraud Complaint Center hosted by the FBI at http://www.ifccfbi.gov/ in order to file a complaint. For information on contacting law enforcement officials in Russia, you may try contacting the Russian Embassy in the United States at: www.russianembassy.org.

6. My Russian girlfriend wants to come visit me but says that she must purchase insurance and have $300.00 in cash to show she can afford to travel. How much money are Russians required to show?
To receive a U.S. non-immigrant visa, applicants are not required to show cash or proof of insurance for travel. For more information on the visa application process and requirements, please visit our website.

7. The woman I’m writing to says that she needs $1,000.00 to show for "pocket" money” or the airline won’t let her board the plane. Is this true?
There are no Russian or American customs or airline regulations requiring travelers show proof of income or “pocket money” to travel to the United States.

8. I would like to bring my Russian girlfriend to the United States to visit and she says I must wire her the money for a ticket. I don’t want to send it directly to her. If I send the money to the Embassy, can you buy the ticket for her? Can you recommend a travel agency I can send the money and have them buy the ticket?
The embassy cannot suggest or verify the validity of private companies or organizations within Russia, nor can the embassy purchase tickets. Tickets can easily be purchased in the United States directly from the air carriers for Russian citizens. In addition, applicants are NOT required to have a ticket prior to the visa interview. In fact, applicants are counseled NOT to by tickets or make arrangements until they have the visa in hand. Scammers will cite fictitious American or Russian regulations requiring that the tickets be purchased in Russia with cash in order to get the cash sent overseas.

9. My girlfriend says that she must go to a tour agency and pay $500 for her visa application and visa, and it will take 2 months. Is this right? What is the procedure for Russians to get a tourist visa?
All visa applications are submitted to a Russian courier service – Pony Express – for delivery to the Embassy. The U.S. government charges a processing fee of $100 for each application. The courier service charges a delivery/handling fee. However, there are no additional fees, nor any requirements to show traveling money. For information on how to apply for a visa, please visit http://moscow.usembassy.gov.
Once an applicant submits their application, they are immediately scheduled for an appointment to appear for an interview within the following 10 days (or within 21 days during peak travel seasons). At the appointment at the Embassy, the applicant is interviewed by an American Consular officer and is immediately told whether he or she is eligible for the visa. If the decision is positive, the visa is sent to the applicant within 72 hours through Pony Express.
For more information about the Russian internet scams, please view the Department of State’s Public Announcement on these scams at: www.travel.state.gov/travel/rid.html.

irina1960 removed as a Russian scammer

irina1960 removed as a Russian scammer.

No photo posted.

Uses e-mail addresses karinka1111005@yahoo.com and ipolushina@yandex.ru

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estar_terry removed as scammer

estar_terry removed as a scammer, not sure of country.

Uses e-mail address: estar_terry@yahoo.com

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zxcv removed as a Russian scammer

zxcv removed as a Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail addresses: ledisweety@yahoo.com, paloha@mail.ru and anastiol@mail.ru.

One of her spam letters:

hi from russiaHi my name is Nastya!!!To me of 26 years, I live in Russia in city Kazan.I read your profile and you like me.I never was married and very much want to meet good person with the purpose of creation of family.I'll be glad if you will answer me.Write to me on my letter box: anastiol@mail.ruAnd I was necessary for you I shall answer and I'll send a photo.Nastya.

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PayPal payments now accepted in South Africa

PayPal is now accepting payments from South Africa. I have added PayPal as a payment option on the join page of OtherSingles.co.za.

search results page updated

Displaying member photos on search results page.

Also displaying the first 60 characters of the "Tell others more about yourself" portion of the members profile. This will make it easier for members to see other members without having to click into their profile.

In addition, clicking on the member name or photo will open the profile in a new window. I hope this helps with some members having to redo their search when hitting the back button in a profile and seeing a page error instead of the search results they just left.

most popular page updated

Displaying member photos on most popular page. Also displaying the first 60 characters of the "Tell others more about yourself" portion of the members profile. This will make it easier for members to see other members without having to click into their profile.

marfa removed as Russian scammer

marfa removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address: soulmate_@bk.ru

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yulechka removed as Russian scammer

yulechka removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address: antoxic@myway.com

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dary_kles_27 removed as Russian scammer

dary_kles_27 removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address: natalichik@rambler.ru

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daryida removed as a Russian scammer

daryida removed as a Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address: podarokotolesi@rambler.ru

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1111olga2005 removed as a Russian scammer

1111olga2005 removed as a Russian scammer

Uses email address: sycheva79@list.ru

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natuska78 removed as Russian scammer

natuska78 removed as Russian scammer

Uses e-mail address: natuska78@list.ru

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simplequeen removed as scammer

simplequeen removed as scammer.

Uses email address: simplequeeneth@yahoo.com

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lenochka27 removed as Russian scammer

lenochka27 removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address: lenochka_l@mail15.com

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krolik removed as Russian scammer

krolik removed as Russian scammer.

Uses e-mail address: heartandyou@rambler.ru

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elena9 removed as Russian scammer

elena9 removed as Russian scammer

Uses e-mail addresses: Ledifree@list.ru and elkasweet@inbox.ru

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lenkka removed as a Ukraine scammer

lenkka removed as a Ukraine scammer.

Uses e-mail address lekklola@yahoo.com

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blonde_leysan removed as Russian scammer

blonde_leysan removed as Russian scammer.

E-mail address used: blonde_leysan@rambler.ru

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janetala removed as Nigerian scammer

janetala removed as Nigerian scammer.

Used this email address: janet_ala2000@yahoo.com
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julletwayne removed as a Nigerian scammer

julletwayne removed as a Nigerian scammer.

Used email address julletwayne@yahoo.com

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sverikpop removed as a Ukraine scammer

sverikpop removed as a Ukraine scammer. Used these email addresses wonghak40@yahoo.com and olga_solnse74@mail15.com.

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Suzzy0011 removed as Nigerian scammer

Removed Suzzy0011 as a Nigerian scammer. Uses email addresses: suzzyforlove@yahoo.com and suzzyforlove@hotmail.com.

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raymondsmith removed as a Nigerian scammer

Removed raymondsmith as a Nigerian scammer. Uses email address ray4mondsmith@yahoo.co.uk and these photos:





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Nadyusha removed as a Russian scammer

Removed Nadyusha for being a Russian scammer. Uses email address maritruelove@fromru.com
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astrochka removed as a russian scammer

Removed member astrochka for being a Russian scammer. Uses email address asertame@yahoo.com



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Moving operations to Las Vegas soon...

I'll be moving operations to Las Vegas at the end of the month. The cost of living and cost of doing business, in San Diego are too high. San Diego has the highest gas prices in the country , the median house price is $608,000 and a pension crisis that is already impacting San Diego's ability to keep the roads paved and libraries open. Certain members of the San Diego City Council can't even take a bribe without screwing up. Apparently I'm not the only one disastisfied with San Diego's sad state of affairs.

Updated Whos On

Continuing to make changes to the way Who's On page displays. My goal is to move more profile information out so users don't have to click on each profile to see more. I'll start moving the changes to the other pages soon.

No longer posting .gif photos

I have stopped accepting .gif format photos. The file sizes are too large. Previously this was not an issue, however I am now posting thumbnail views of member photos on (eventually) every page that lists members. A single 100k file can take ten seconds to download for dial-up users and slow down the entire page.

Adding member pictures to "Who's On"

It's my goal to add member photos to every page on OtherSingles. For starters, I am testing the photos on http://www.othersingles.com/whoson.cfm I'll move the photos to other pages in the following days if there are no issues.

OtherSingles blog started

OtherSingles blog open for business!