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Parents continue to struggle to find infant formula

Thirty percent of formula products were out of stock at the beginning of July

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GM strikes deal with Pilot travel centers to add EV charging stations along U.S. highways

07/15/2022

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Eating fruit more often can improve your mental health, researchers say

07/15/2022

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Moderate drinking linked to cognitive decline

07/15/2022

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Intel to reportedly raise CPU prices by as much as 20%

07/15/2022

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Government regulators fine Bank of America $225 million

07/15/2022

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Gas prices plunged this week

07/15/2022

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Most scams are reruns of schemes that have worked before

Scammers usually add a new wrinkle when they reprise an older con

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  1. Coronavirus update: White House seeks more COVID-19 funding
  2. Smucker recalls Jif peanut butter
  3. Coronavirus update: Pfizer reports vaccine results for youngest children
  4. ‘Smishing’ scams plague consumers and companies, and the next variant could be even worse

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July 15, 2022

Milwaukee Helmets recalls large and small motorcycle helmets

The helmets may not provide adequate protection for the user

Daily Harvest recalls French Lentil + Leek Crumbles

Consumers have reported instances of gastrointestinal illness

Ford recalls 100,000 Escapes, Mavericks, and Lincoln Corsairs

Engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment

Scholastic recalls Shake Look Touch Books

The pom poms on the book can detach, posing a choking hazard

Audi recalls A6 Sedans, A4 Sedans, Q5s, and Q5 Sportbacks

The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit

July 14, 2022

FTC warns of scammers impersonating U.S. immigration officers

The agency is providing a list of red flags for consumers to look out for

Seniors could soon see more money in their Social Security checks

Lower Medicare premiums may also be on the way

Coronavirus update: The BA.5 variant becomes dominant

The FDA is authorizing a new vaccine

Car buyers prefer rebates over tax credits for electric vehicles, study finds

Experts say many consumers prefer immediate incentives over time-delayed incentives

Netflix and Microsoft to team up on low-cost streaming service plan

No prices have been announced yet, but officials hope to bring back some of its lost customers

Inflation is making renting less affordable

The average rent increased by 0.8% in June

Starbucks responds to rising crime by closing 16 stores

Other retail businesses are also confronting threats to customers’ and employees’ safety

Nissan recalls model year 2020-2022 Frontiers and Titans

The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is parked

Laars Heating Systems recalls residential boilers

The blocked vent temperature switch can malfunction, causing the release of gasses

Ford recalls model year 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-Es

The high voltage battery contactor may overheat

Deskins recalls No-Bake and candy products

The products may be contaminated with salmonella

GM recalls model year 2022 Cadillac XT6s

The brake fluid reservoir cap warning label may be missing

July 13, 2022

Verizon rolls out new low-cost unlimited plan priced at $30 a month

Consumers who want to switch plans need to read the fine print

SNAP food assistance benefits linked to lower rates of child maltreatment

A national study suggests that the program could help ease the burden on the foster care system

Negative emotions influence kids' poor food choices, study finds

Researchers say there are certain times of the day when poor eating is more likely to happen

What can Amazon’s Prime Day tell us about the economy?

For economists, it might be a gauge of consumer sentiment

Inflation rose 1.3% from May to June

The year-over-year increase has eclipsed 9%

Homeowners’ insurance premiums are rising faster than inflation

Ninety percent of homeowners say their annual premium increased

FDA claims honey products are actually erectile dysfunction drugs

The agency has sent warning letters to four companies that market the products

Heartland RV recalls various model year 2022 travel trailers

The LP gas quick disconnect fitting may be cracked

888 Food Company recalls various Ho King and Giai Phat products

The products may contain egg, an allergen not declared on the label

Toyota recalls Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles

A wheel may detach from the vehicle

Yamaha recalls Kodiak ATVs

The vehicles are missing the “Maximum Loading Limit” label

Clek recalls Olli and Ozzi booster seats

The installation diagram is missing

July 12, 2022

Amazon Prime Day is here, and scammers are looking for victims

Researchers are warning the public about malicious emails, fake websites, and delivery scams

Frontier Airlines makes its last play for Spirit Airlines merger

The company's CEO says he has made his best and final offer

Summer is the season for vacation rental scams

Florida’s attorney general offers tips for spotting one

Fathers who have depression may pass symptoms to their kids, study suggests

This was true even for mixed and adoptive families

Phthalates pose danger to pregnant women and their children, researchers say

Study findings show that the chemicals increase the chances of a preterm birth

New cars sold at a record-high average price in June

Many buyers are paying well above the sticker price

Homebuyers walked away from 15% of sales contracts last month

The increase in canceled contracts may be giving remaining buyers more leverage

Cruiser recalls various model year 2022 travel trailers

The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked

Kids Tales recalls children’s sleepwear

The garments fail to meet federal flammability standards

Forest River recalls East to West Altas and Palomino SolAires

The swing-up table/bed base could drop unexpectedly

Bumble Bee recalls smoked clams

The product contains chemicals that could harm consumers

Ford recalls model year 2022 Lincoln Navigators

The side marker and daytime running lights may fail

July 11, 2022

Tesla's front-end vibration issues aren't going away even after recall

Automotive experts say the power of the vehicles is too much for certain car parts to handle

DOT officials tell airlines that younger children should always be seated next to parents

Officials say parents should still take steps before a flight to ensure that their child is seated next to them

New USPS postage rates are now in effect

The Postmaster General says consumers need to get used to rate hikes if the agency is going to meet new delivery standards

Home affordability hits lowest level since 2006

Experts are divided on what that means for the housing market

Adding salt to your food can increase your chances of dying prematurely, study finds

Researchers say removing excess salt from your diet can provide health benefits

Intermittent fasting may promote less severe COVID-19 symptoms, study finds

Consumers who regularly fasted were less likely to be hospitalized or die after being infected

FDA to consider over-the-counter sale of birth control pills

The drugmaker said the timing of its application is not related to the overturning of Roe vs. Wade

Charging and range concerns continue to hold back electric vehicle sales

A new survey shows the industry has yet to overcome those two road blocks

Ford recalls model year 2021 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators

An under-hood fire may break out while the vehicle is parked and turned off

ShelterLogic Group recalls RIO-branded swinging hammock chairs

The chair’s legs can collapse, posing an injury hazard

Oliver recalls Elite travel trailers with two-burner cooktops

The burner control valves may become damaged

A&M Farms recalls Little Bear brand whole Vidalia onions

The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogeness

Toyota recalls model year 2022 Tundras and Tundra Hybrids

The axle shaft may separate

July 8, 2022

Beware of gas card scams circulating on social media

Scammers are trying to take advantage of high gas prices to snare victims

Weber settles with FTC in latest right to repair lawsuit

The company has agreed to remove disputed language from its warranty

Spirit Airlines pauses Frontier merger deal to rethink JetBlue proposal

Frontier says a deal with JetBlue would pull flights out of certain markets and raise fares

FHA expands mortgage eligibility for borrowers affected by COVID-19

To prove viability, documentation will be required for some parts of the process

Hypothyroidism may increase risk of dementia, study finds

The link between the two conditions is particularly important for older consumers

Gardening can help improve consumers' mental health, study finds

Experts say even novice gardeners can reap wellness benefits

Gas prices dropped sharply just about everywhere this week

Hundreds of stations are now selling regular fuel for below $4 a gallon

Hyundai recalls model year 2022 Palisades

The instrument cluster display screen may be disabled

iMOONZZZ recalls children’s nightgowns

The garments fail to meet federal flammability standards

Goodyear recalls Kelly Armorsteel KDM I tires

The tire date code may be illegible

Built Brands recalls Banana Cream Pie Puffs protein bar

The product may be contaminated with E. coli

Ford recalls model year 2022 Broncos and Rangers

The windshield may not be properly bonded to the vehicle

July 7, 2022

Amazon reveals what shoppers can expect on Prime Day

One expert offers tips for parents who will be shopping during the annual event

Apple goes all in on privacy with new Lockdown Mode

The feature is designed to counter threats from state actors

Coronavirus update: Modified vaccines could be ready by the fall

The FDA is making Paxlovid easier to get

Renting is cheaper than buying in most housing markets right now

Rising mortgage rates and record-high home prices have changed the equation

Consumers in rural states show strong interest in hybrid and electric vehicles

A study found that consumers in Mississippi began the transition well before the gas price surge

Heart failure patients who lose a family member may have a higher risk of dying

Rising stress levels after a death may be detrimental to heart health

Vitamin D may lower infants' risk of eczema, study finds

Experts say women who take vitamin D supplements during pregnancy can transfer benefits to their children

Ford recalls F-150 BEVs with all season tires

The tire pressure monitoring system light may not illuminate

Mohnark Pharmaceuticals recalls lidocaine topical anesthetic cream

The product's packaging is not child-resistant

Driverge recalls model year 2021 Ford Transit 350s

The Programmable Relay Power Center module may fail

Latin Foods Market recalls Artri King Reforzado Con Ortiga Y Omega 3

The product is tainted with diclofenac and dexamethasone

Airstream Classic, Flying Cloud, International, and Globetrotter travel trailers recalled

The manual step may collapse

July 6, 2022

Consumers need to beware of the 'Fuel Relief Program' scam

Scammers want to take advantage of consumers who are desperate to lower their fuel costs

Some McDonald's franchisees drop Dollar Drinks from menus due to inflation

Several fast-food chains have raised prices in recent months

Supply issues, labor costs, and high fuel prices continue driving up food prices

Industry experts say the same thing that is making everything else more expensive

FDA suspends its own order to ban Juul e-cigarettes

The agency said it plans to review additional data

Oil prices are falling, and gas prices could soon follow

One expert doesn’t rule out gas prices falling to below $4 a gallon this year

Lowering carbon emissions could help prevent heat-related deaths among children

Experts worry about how children will handle rising temperatures if emissions don't go down

Eating one avocado per day can improve cholesterol, study finds

Researchers say the fruit can boost consumers’ overall diet quality

Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 235,00 model year 2017-2022 vehicles

The emergency call system may be disabled

Yumei Foods recalls fish fillets

The products are ineligible for import from China

Shyft Group recalls model year 2022 Utilimaster Walk-in vans

The tire placard and certification label may contain incorrect information

MTD Products recalls Troy-Bilt lawn mowers

The mower can leak fuel when it is stored in the upright position

Prime Time Crusader and Sanibel fifth wheel travel trailers recalled

The step treads are inadequately secured to the step brackets

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