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Self-Checkout Drama: Why It’s So Annoying Now

Ever notice self-checkout feels way more stressful lately? It’s not just you—stores keep changing the rules to fight theft and speed up lines, but it’s making things harder for both shoppers and employees. Now there are more beeps, more ID checks, and more staff hovering. Pro tip: if you’ve got coupons or a big order, regular lanes might save you time (and sanity). Anyone else feel like they’re being watched at the scanner? #Health #BodyHealth #SelfCheckout

New Report Finds High-Income Shoppers Are More Likely to Steal at Self-Checkout A surprising new report suggests that shoppers earning over $100,000 a year are twice as likely to steal from self-checkout compared to those with lower incomes. Researchers say the findings challenge the idea that people with higher earnings are less likely to engage in petty theft. According to the study, wealthier shoppers were more likely to skip scanning items or intentionally mislabel products, raising questions about whether higher income truly changes behavior—or simply gives some individuals a sense of being above consequences. The report highlights a growing concern for retailers who are already struggling with rising theft and the limitations of self-checkout technology. #ConsumerNews #RetailTheft #SelfCheckout #CrimeReport #TrendingNews #ShopliftingStudy #NewsBreakCommunity