Current Events in April 2021

FTC cracks down on more unproven COVID-19 prevention and cure claims

The agency reminds consumers that if there’s a cure, they’re not going to hear about it first in an advertisement

Read article 04/30/2021

Quickbooks glitch kept some people from getting their paycheck

The company said there was an issue processing direct deposits

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Amazon can now deliver your groceries inside your garage

The company wants to increase convenience for customers and protect groceries from bad weather

Read article 04/30/2021

Pfizer applies to ramp up COVID-19 vaccinations for teens in Europe

Health officials say the virus can have big social and mental impacts on adolescents

Read article 04/30/2021

EU accuses Apple of breaking antitrust rules with its App Store policies

The European Commission accused the company of abusing its ‘dominant position in the market’

Read article 04/30/2021

Families should stay flexible when it comes to kids' exercise and sleeping routines

Experts say families strapped for time shouldn’t worry about cramming in hours of physical activity or sleep

Read article 04/30/2021

By Kristen Dalli

Many infants aren't getting common childhood vaccines, study finds

Experts are worried about kids’ protection against potentially life-threatening infections

Read article 04/30/2021

By Kristen Dalli

Americans’ appetite for chicken is creating a shortage

Consumers could soon see larger price increases at the supermarket

Read article 04/30/2021

Average gas price in California exceeds $4 a gallon

But nationwide, the average price holds steady well below that

Read article 04/30/2021

JBS USA recalls imported boneless beef

The products may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7

Read article 04/30/2021

By James Limbach

GM recalls Chevrolet Silverado 1500s &t Tahoes, and GMC Sierra 1500s

The driver's seat belt tensioner cable may separate

Read article 04/30/2021

By James Limbach

CDC says cruise lines may resume sailing in mid-July

Industry leaders are encouraged but say there’s still work to be done

Read article 04/29/2021

Coronavirus update: Moderna promises more vaccine doses, new daily cases still under 60,000

Arkansas children are being infected by virus variants

Read article 04/29/2021

Congressional leaders look to reverse SCOTUS decision limiting the FTC

The proposed Consumer Protection and Recovery Act could make the agency’s power stronger

Read article 04/29/2021

Skipping the second shot of a COVID-19 vaccine may prolong the pandemic, study finds

Experts hope to eliminate some of the confusion circulating about the necessity of getting the second dose

Read article 04/29/2021

By Kristen Dalli

FDA reportedly poised to ban menthol cigarettes

With expected tobacco company resistance, the ban could take years to implement

Read article 04/29/2021

FCC’s broadband subsidies program set to start May 12

The program is intended to help Americans who can’t afford to pay for internet

Read article 04/29/2021

Amazon to raise wages for half a million workers

Despite the pay bump, the company said it isn’t official raising its $15 minimum wage rate

Read article 04/29/2021

General Motors announces new ‘holistic charging’ approach for electric vehicles

The automaker is looking to simply the transition to an EV for consumers

Read article 04/29/2021