News in September 2017

As 143 million compromised Equifax customers either scramble to freeze their credit, seek security services, or wait to see happens next, some are electing...

The aftermath of Equifax’s massive data breach continues to create confusion and frustration as consumers scramble to secure their compromised information...

American tourists are flocking to visit Ireland and Northern Ireland in record numbers to enjoy the area’s magnificent scenery, history, and strong cultura...

London's transportation authority has denied Uber's bid to renew its operating license, declaring it is not a "fit and proper" mode of transportation for L...

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced details of a 2016 hack of its computer system that may have led to “illicit gains” from stock tr...

Toys“R”Us won’t let a little thing like bankruptcy get in the way of Christmas.The toy retailer, which filed for Chapter 11 protection earlier this wee...

Since the early 2000’s, retailers like TOMS have popularized the concept of a company whose brand identity centers on philanthropy and responsible use of r...

Economic growth appears to be on course to continue for the rest of the year.The Conference Board reports its Leading Economic Index (LEI), seen by man...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been in effect for 27 years, and is responsible for familiar accessibility features like handicapped-designat...

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study finds that opioid-related poisoning deaths more than tripled from 2000 to 2015 in the U.S., and th...

A World Health Organization report has found that the global healthcare community is quickly running out of antibiotics that can effectively treat deadly,...

A new survey from the Shelton Group indicates that Millennials are less likely than any other generation to recycle. However, they’re more likely to buy fr...

A survey by mobile banking app Varo Money indicates consumers – led by Millennials – are eager to embrace the simplicity and convenience of remote banking...

Travel industry giant Airbnb is continuing to expand its reach with a new app feature allowing users to reserve a table at nearly 650 restaurants in 16 U.S...

The prices of houses across the U.S. rose during July.The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) reports its seasonally adjusted monthly House Price Ind...

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling four model year 2017 Dodge Durangos that may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.If a h...

High blood pressure is generally seen as a condition that only affects adults, but a September study presented to the American Heart Association (AHA) show...

Even before hurricanes began ravaging the Caribbean and Texas Gulf Coast this year, travel insurance policies saw an uptick in sales–but travelers should b...

Food production and consumption in the United States have seen a radical shift throughout the 20th century, and -- with almost half of the food produced in...

Just because you have a good job with health benefits doesn't mean your healthcare costs aren't going up.In its Workplace Benefits Report Healthcare Su...

Over the last decade, first-time home buyers have struggled more and more to purchase a home, according to a new survey from Unison Home Ownership Investor...

DEMDACO of Leawood, Kan., is recalling about 1,500 infant bib and bootie sets.Rattles sewn into the booties can detach, posing a choking hazard.No...

Once again -- for the fourth time in five months -- sales of existing homes are headed lower.The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports previou...

Mortgage applications fell last week, negating nearly all of the previous week's advance.After rising 9.9% previously, applications plunged 9.7% in the...

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 47,927 model year 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacificas equipped with the 8-passenger seating option.In certain passenger sea...

In the wake of a security breach that exposed personal information for 143 million Equifax customers, cyber security companies are seeing a spike in busine...

For couples with kids, romance can often get put on the back burner -- but regular date nights can help cut through some of the stress of parenting. When c...

A new study conducted by researchers at San Diego State University and Bryn Mawr College suggests that teens are maturing at a much slower pace than in pre...

Taxpayers in Florida who were hit by Hurricane Irma have more time to file certain individual and business tax returns and make certain tax payments.Th...

Toys “R” Us announced Monday that its U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries have voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The decision gives the company a cha...

Developmental psychologists have found new evidence which indicates that generalized praise of a child’s abilities can have the opposite of its intended ef...

Another drop in housing starts in August -- the second decline in as many months.The Commerce Department reports groundbreakings for privately-owned ho...

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling 218 model year 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles.Manufacturing defects within the Electronic Power Control Unit (EPCU) ma...

Despite projected costs in the tens of billions, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol are moving forward selecting contractors for a new border wall along the en...

A British insurance company says both food companies and consumers are hurt by counterfeit food products. The NFU Mutual Food Fraud Report 2017 says compan...

Consumers who downloaded the CCleaner security program thought that they were protecting their devices from malware, but security researchers at Cisco Talo...

From purchasing school supplies to making sure kids eat a healthy breakfast, parents play a major role in helping set the stage for success in the classroo...

As the year comes to a close, younger Millennials will be looking to spend serious money on some major purchases, according to the results of a new Bankrat...

Since 1935, medical research has shown a clear connection between calorie restriction and longer life expectancy, but no study since then has been able to...

Ford Motor Company is recalling 650 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles.The inflator in the passenger front airbag module may rupture in the event of a cra...

There's been a drop in builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes -- and you can blame Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.The Housing...

The retail industry may be closing stores and consolidating, but those looking for a seasonal job opportunity will have lots of options thanks to fierce co...

German Sausage Haus of Camano Island, Wash., is recalling approximately 1,252 pounds of Heat Treated, Not Fully Cooked-Not Shelf Stable (HTNFCNSS) meat pro...

Some of the best shows are the ones put on by Mother Nature, such as the recent total solar eclipse.Another spectacular show, available in much of the...

Saving for a down payment on a house is a worthy goal. So is putting money away for retirement.But the first goal for any consumer should be saving up...

The phone call appears to be from Equifax, but you might not think that's unusual since you recently signed up for free credit monitoring after you learned...

On the list of things that annoy consumers when browsing the web, autoplay videos -- which start playing on their own while you are reading an article or s...

There are a myriad of benefits to engaging in active play with a child, from fostering creativity to helping build physical and cognitive strength. Pla...

For new parents, uncharted territory looms around every corner. Each new stage of a baby’s development must be waded through with caution in order to avoid...

Impersonating Al Pacino or Donald Trump may get you laughs at a party, but impersonation is no laughing matter when scammers do it.In recent years, sca...

American Honda Motor Co. is recalling 646 model year 2008-2012 Accords, 2010 and 2012 Accord Crosstours, 2006-2011 Civics, 2007-2011 CR-Vs, 2009-2012 Fits...

In addition to taking steps to prepare the inside of your home to handle cooler temperatures, it’s important to also take steps to prepare the outside of y...

After posting two decent advances in a row, retail sales moved lower in August.Figures released by the Commerce Department show sales last month totale...

The Sabal Trail Pipeline, a new natural gas pipeline that critics have charged is uncomfortably close to Florida’s main aquifer,  “operated safely througho...

The U.S. House of Representatives appears close to voting the Fiduciary Rule out of existence, but it will need the support of the Senate to make that happ...

Following two destructive hurricanes in two weeks, there are a lot more flood-damaged cars in the U.S. than there were a month ago.All too often, these...

Scientists are constantly striving to come up with new advancements that allow humankind to stay ahead of evolving diseases and health threats. But a new s...

In the wake of a devastating hurricane, helping hands are crucial in the effort to restore homes and families back to normal. But the impact of a hurricane...

It’s only September, but retailers are already looking ahead and preparing for the coming holiday season. And luckily for seasonal workers, it looks like t...

Rising gasoline and shelter costs sent the Bureau of Labor Statistics's (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) higher during Augu...

Michelin North America is recalling 184 Pilot Power 3 replacement sport motorcycle tires, size 180/55ZR17 (73W), manufactured between April 17, 2016, and M...

There's good news and bad news in GoBankingRates.com's annual savings survey.Each year the personal finance site asks consumers how much money they've...

Back in the 2016, Tesla came under fire from regulators and safety advocates after a Florida driver was killed while testing the carmaker’s Autopilot featu...

As Florida residents loaded their cars to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Irma last week, they created severe supply shortages at many gas stations that were a...

With chilly weather just around the corner, now is the perfect time to perform a little seasonal home maintenance. Making sure your home is ready to handle...

Head injuries and concussions are common in high school and college-level sports, but a new study finds that some young athletes may be in greater danger t...

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in heavy city traffic or on a congested highway, then you may be all too familiar with how aggressive some drivers can...

Consumers looking for a job in July found there were more positions available than there were a month earlier.According to the Department of Labor (DOL...

Inflation on the wholesale level, one step shy of what consumers pay for goods and services, edged higher in August.What the Department of Labor (DOL)...

There was a surge in mortgage applications in the week ended September 8.The Mortgage Bankers Association reports applications jumped 9.9% during the w...

Ford Motor Company is recalling 698 model year 2017 Focus vehicles.The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboar...

It's hard to imagine in 2017 that just a decade ago, smartphones as we know them today didn't exist.But in early 2007, Apple co-founder and CEO Steve J...

When Equifax reported a massive data breach, you may have been concerned that you could become a victim of identity theft.On the other hand, you might...

Puppies sold at Petland, a national pet store chain, have been traced as the likely source of an infection outbreak in seven states. Between September...

In a matter of years, you may be seeing a lot more electric Volkswagen vehicles on the road. In fact, by the end of the next decade you may be hard-pressed...

Many previous studies have addressed how bad sitting is for our health, but recent research from the University of Toronto and Columbia University Medical...

Ever since that first nervous drive home from the hospital, your child’s safety has likely remained a driving factor behind many decisions. From whethe...

Consumers who own one of Tesla’s electric vehicles enjoy the advantage of not having to pay high prices at the pump, but critics have pointed out that it’s...

Roughly 4.5% of mortgages across the U.S. were in some stage of delinquency -- 30 days or more past due including those in foreclosure in June -- according...

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling 1,121 model year 2017 Toyota Highlanders and Highlander Hybrids equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars.The...

Bravo Produce of San Ysidro, Calif, is recalling Maradol Papaya, grown by Productores y Exportadores de Carica Papaya de Tecomán y Costa Alegre SPR of RL a...

As uninsured victims of Hurricane Harvey face potential financial ruin, the federal government is urging America...

If you are among the 143 million consumers with compromised data due to the massive Equifax breach, you might have spent the weekend making sure your ident...

Hurricane Irma's landfall in Florida was bad, but not quite the nightmare scenario that had been painted days in advance.The Category 4 storm veered we...

By a vote of 3-2, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved a new federal mandatory standard to improve the safety of infant bouncer seats...

Past studies have focused extensively on the negative effects of consumers who use their phones or electronic devices to talk or send messages while drivin...

Weekdays can be hectic for school-aged children, who are often faced with the task of balancing school, homework, and after-school activities. With all tha...

Consumers are putting more spending on credit cards, which is fine if it's paid off in a reasonable timeframe. But when the balances are allowed to grow, t...

In the midst of a major disaster, pets can easily become stressed. Dogs and cats thrive on comfort and familiarity, and natural disasters often bring a who...

In many cases it's difficult to diagnose and treat a child who suffers from asthma, since the symptoms can vary and may only appear under certain condition...

After Hurricane Harvey devastated the Texas Gulf Coast, interrupting gasoline supplies from some of the area's refineries, gasoline prices surged, especial...

Whether they’re at the other end of a leash or sitting beside you on the couch, man’s best friend undoubtedly provides stellar companionship. But should th...

Ford Motor Company is recalling recalling model year 2015-2017 F-150, and model year 2017 F-250 and F-350 trucks equipped with crew cabs.The left rear...

Nantucket Distributing is recalling about 45,200 chairs sold with Bimini patio sets.The fabric seat on the chairs can tear, posing a fall hazard to the...

The magnitude of the Equifax data breach becomes more apparent by the hour.While 143 million potentially compromised credit files is a big number, it w...

Equifax, one of the three U.S. credit reporting agencies that holds sensitive information on nearly every American consumer, reports hackers gained access...

New Orleans is a city that draws tourists all year round, but the fall is probably the best time to visit.For starters, the weather is more likely to b...

It's definitely not a good way to start your morning by learning that you are among 143 million consumers whose sensitive information may have been stolen...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, is a federal program that is meant to help low-income consumers purcha...

City-dwelling kids with asthma suffer fewer days of asthmatic symptoms if they live in close proximity to a park or green space, a new study suggests.R...

When major disease epidemics strike, airlines are often forced to shut down travel between countries to stop outbreaks from spreading. But a recent study b...

Studio Fun International of New York is recalling about 86,000 bracelets sold with storybooks sold in the U.S. and Canada.The metal band can wear throu...

If you are a military veteran, you may have been receiving solicitations to refinance your VA loan. After all, interest rates have been falling lately....

Financing a home purchase continues to be more economical with the rate for the 30-year fixed rate mortgage (FRM) at a year-to-date low for the third strai...

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 8,383 model year 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolets and A3 Sedans.The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may misinte...

Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif., is recalling about 20,00 Brute Force 300 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).The fuel tap or carbureto...

After years without a major hurricane landfall in the U.S., travelers might have forgotten how a major storm can throw a money wrench into travel plans....

With Hurricane Irma bearing down on Florida, the dangers to people in the path of the storm are evident.Forecasters think the storm surge could be as h...

While it's always important to safeguard your financial records, with Hurricane Irma heading toward Florida and other areas of the east coast, doing so tak...

One by one, restaurants and food producers have adopted more humane standards for how chickens are kept.Now, the National Chicken Council (NCC), the ol...

Recent reports have suggested that high school female athletes are more prone to concussions, a fact that many experts have been privy to for years. But a...

Got a bathroom that could use a little updating, but a budget that won’t allow for expensive improvements? Consider swapping out your bathroom’s fixtures,...

Hurricane Irma is closing in on South Florida with deadly force and consumers are taking officials' warnings seriously.As a result, there has been a ru...

It's never too early to start thinking about holiday shopping. Shoppers with children to buy for this holiday season may be struggling to figure out what t...

An international study has claimed that 83% of tap water samples tested contained tiny particles of plastic.The study, published by Orb Media, says the...

There are a lot of potential causes of financial stress in life. You can lose your job, or you can face huge medical bills due to an accident or injury....

Wireless providers are constantly trying to outdo each other with the deals they offer in order to draw in more customers. In an effort to stand out, T-Mob...

An online lead aggregator has caught the ire of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for directing consumers towards lenders who offered illegal...

Hurricane Harvey smashed into Texas last week, helping produce an upward spiral in first-time jobless claims.The D...

Scientists say that a warming planet means rising oceans and more extreme weather, and they point to Hurricane Harvey as an example of a record-breaking na...

The House of Representatives has passed a bill to bring self-driving cars to public roads at a faster rate.The measure gives the U.S. government the au...

Planning a trip to Florida or the Caribbean this weekend? Uh-oh.Hurricane Irma, a massive and powerful storm, is churning into the Caribbean toward Sou...

Hurricane Harvey caused widespread flooding that was only covered by flood insurance. And now Hurricane Irma is bearing down on Florida, where homeowners a...

Despite your best efforts to stay on top of cleaning tasks, some areas around your home may still harbor hidden mold and grime. Fortunately, it’s possible...

For years, expecting mothers have been leery of using mobile phones while pregnant for fear of adversely affecting their unborn child’s development. But a...

Rewards credit cards are increasingly popular with consumers, which is the reason we have seen so many of them hitting the market in recent months. This we...

To help ensure you and your family are prepared for a natural disaster, experts recommend having an emergency plan and a well-stocked disaster supply kit....

Cybersecurity is a growing concern for both consumers and industry, but a new report from Symantec, a cybersecurity firm, is raising the alarm to a whole n...

Have you ever found yourself drifting off and thinking of other things while driving only to find yourself miles down the road? If so, then you’re definite...

Life is full of various stresses that can ultimately lead consumers to lose some sleep. Unfortunately, when these stresses aren’t handled properly, they ca...

After falling for two consecutive weeks, applications for mortgages are headed higher.The Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey conducted by the Mortgage...

Due to the lack of an automatic emergency braking system and poor-rated headlights, eight small pickup trucks tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway...

Country Fresh Orlando of Orlando, Fla., is recalling 5,999 cases of diced bell pepper, vegetable kabobs and creole & fajita mixed diced vegetables.The...

Triangle Tire USA is recalling 288 Triangle TR643 tires, size ST225/75R15.Due to a manufacturing process error, the tires may have a hole where the sid...

Joseph Steinberg recently got an email that appeared to be from Amazon, thanking him for making a purchase on Prime Day.The email promised him a $50 bo...

School hallways are repopulating, temperatures are gradually dropping, and flu season is just around the corner. To help parents and children stay healthy...

Job applicants, especially in certain industries, have become accustomed to potential employers running background checks.But some job-seekers might be...

After a series of dramatic daily spikes in gas prices since Hurricane Harvey hit the Texas Gulf Coast, prices at the pump seem to have leveled off.The...

Back in 2015, security researchers discovered that certain Lenovo laptops sold starting in the summer of 2014 came pre-installed with adware from a company...

Tesla has had to deal with a slew of issues in 2017, including a class action over its vehicles’ safety features and the death of a Florida driver connecte...

A new report from Research and Markets finds consumers continue to sign up for new credit cards -- many offering generous rewards -- even though they alrea...

Planning on selling your home? If so, it may be time to break out the blue paint. According to a new study by Zillow, home interiors painted blue can boost...

One of the most persistent housing trends of the last decade has been steadily rising home prices.Since the housing crash of 2008, home values have reb...

Hallmark Marketing Company of Kansas City, Mo., is recalling about 6,000 itty bittys baby plush stacking toys sold in the U.S. and Canada.The toys have...

When an accident or injury occurs, it’s second nature for consumers to go to the emergency room (ER) for treatment. But a new report finds that some of the...

Home prices continued to push higher in July, with the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI) up strongly both year-over-year and month-over-month.On an annu...

BMW of North America is recalling 67 model year 2018 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, and M4 convertible vehicles.The Emergency Locking Retractors...

General Motors is recalling 2,905 model year 2018 Chevrolet Equinox & GMC Terrain vehicles and model year 2017-2018 GMC Acadias.The right front interme...

As the scope of the disaster that was falling on Houston became more clear last weekend, J.J. Watt decided to do something.The all-pro defensive end fo...

As Hurricane Harvey suddenly hurdled toward the Texas coast with unexpected force late last week, FEMA issued what for Harvey’s victims would be an unhelpf...

With refineries offline and a major pipeline largely shut down, gasoline prices are soaring, meaning Labor Day travel may be a little more expensive.Ac...

Whether it's total devastation from a hurricane like Harvey, or a personal disaster like a fire, or even a tree falling through the roof, most insured home...

If you’ve ever opened a social media account or even bought something online, you can be pretty certain that your private information and preferences have...

There probably isn't a bad time to visit California's wine country, but September is an unusually opportune time.It's the 13th Annual California Wine M...

In the wake of the Great Recession, Millennial women seem to be having a particularly tough time finding jobs. Although it’s been a decade since the start...

August is usually the month new car dealers offer incentives to make way for the new model year. But the numbers so far show consumers paid about 1% more f...

Over one billion Yahoo users whose personal information was compromised due to a series of massive data breaches will get their day in court, according to...

Mazda North American Operations is recalling 308,992 model year 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2004-2008 RX-8, and model year 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles.The veh...

There was further expansion of economic activity in the manufacturing sector of the economy in August.The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reports...

A bit of a slowdown in the number of new jobs created by the economy.According to the Labor Department (DOL), total nonfarm payroll employment increase...

Demakes Enterprises of Lynn, Mass., is recalling approximately 32,228 pounds of fully cooked chicken sausage.The product contains milk, an allergen not...