Consumers and tech addiction -- gaming addiction continues to grow
An expert explains the maze of gaming addiction and details the steps concerned family and friends can take
Tech gaming is monstrous in scope and a virtual Niagara of revenue. Global consumer spending on mobile gaming apps is set to reach $105.2 billion by 2021, a stat so impressive that everyone wants in on the party.
That “party,” according to SteamSpy, includes 276 million active gamers who each own an average of 49 of the 205,984 games available, produced by companies whose entire existence is dedicated to mining the motivations of gamers and administering the digital dopa...
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Chevrolet introduces revolutionary changes to 2020 Corvette7/19/2019
The new model offers Italian styling and a mid-engine design
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Airlines could soon offer faster satellite-based Wi-Fi service at no charge7/19/2019
Free Wi-Fi would undoubtedly lead to wider usage and greater customer satisfaction
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New study explores changes in muscle mass during menopause7/19/2019
Researchers suggest sex hormones could play a large role in the loss of muscle mass
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Twitter and AI reveal regional and gender differences in gym habits7/19/2019
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Justice Department may block T-Mobile/Sprint merger if settlement isn’t reached soon7/19/2019
Regulatory obstacles are still holding up the deal
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Southwest Airlines cancels its 737 MAX flights through November 27/19/2019
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Delta flight makes emergency landing after engine breaks up7/10/2019
No injuries were reported on the Atlanta to Baltimore flight
AT&T to offer automatic robocall blocking feature at no extra charge7/10/2019
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The finding could be a major breakthrough in dental care
Are you paying too much for a car or truck?7/12/2019
Survey finds many consumers buy vehicles they can’t really afford
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July 19, 2019
K2 Sports recalls inline skates7/19/2019
The skate axle can become loose or a portion of the axle can sheer off
Lifetime Brands recalls Fitz and Floyd Nevaeh White can mugs7/19/2019
The mugs can crack or break when used with or exposed to hot liquids
Mazda recalls model year 2010-2011 RX-8s7/19/2019
The passenger front airbag, these inflators may explode
Growers Express expands fresh vegetable recall7/19/2019
The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Porsche recalls 911 GT2 RS and 911 Carrera S Coupes7/19/2019
The driveshaft could disconnect from the wheel hub
July 18, 2019
Amazon’s recent Prime Day beats Black Friday and Cyber Monday combined7/18/2019
Smart tech is starting to show its value in the tech food chain
Drugmakers turned out billions of opioids in the early 2000s7/18/2019
Newly released data shows that 76 billion pills were produced in a six-year period
Toys ‘R’ Us to open new stores ahead of the holidays7/18/2019
Smaller-format stores will boast a ‘highly engaging retail experience’
Johnson & Johnson says it will defend itself against multiple lawsuits7/18/2019
The company argues that it has acted ‘responsibly’
High schoolers misusing prescription drugs have more than one way to get them7/18/2019
Researchers warn that this could lead to substance abuse issues
Searches for ‘Canceling Amazon Prime’ were up on Monday7/18/2019
Some new Prime members immediately canceled their subscription after browsing Prime Day deals on the site
United Airlines makes arrangements to replace grounded 737 MAX jets7/18/2019
The airline plans to purchase 19 used Boeing 737-700s
Walking or biking for shorter trips can lead to better health7/18/2019
The findings encourage consumers to get out of their cars every now and then
Housing market has a tough month7/18/2019
An industry report shows home closings, normally strong in June, plunged from May
Levolor recalls custom cellular shades7/18/2019
The pull cords are joined by a non-breakaway cord connector, posing a strangulation hazard
Chrysler recalls model year 2014 Jeep Cherokees7/18/2019
The transmission software may shift the transmission to neutral
DaVinci Laboratories recalls Omega-3 10007/18/2019
The product may contain anchovies and sardines, allergens not declared on the label
Fieldsource Food Systems recalls beef and poultry cubes7/18/2019
The products contain wheat, an allergen not declared on the label
TMC recalls various model year 2019-2020 motorhomes7/18/2019
The slide-out room could move unexpectedly
July 17, 2019
Bitcoin value slides amid lawmaker scrutiny7/17/2019
The digital coin lost 10 percent of its value due to questions over Facebook’s new online currency
Lawmakers pound Big Tech in a day of hearings7/17/2019
Firms were forced to defend everything from their patriotism to their business model
Spotify launches new Disney music streaming Hub7/17/2019
The partnership creates a designated space for music from Disney movies and shows
Amazon agrees to change its terms of service for third-party merchants7/17/2019
The changes are slated to go into effect within 30 days
Top cruise destinations feature off-the-beaten-path locations for consumers looking to get away7/17/2019
Experts say picking out where to go is the most important piece of the cruise planning process
Immune responses to vaccines get weaker with age, researchers say7/17/2019
Study findings indicate a need for change when it comes to these treatments
Many supplements aren't boosting consumers' health as promised, study suggests7/17/2019
Protection against heart disease and the promise of a longer life could fall short of expectations
Here are the car brands getting the most customer loyalty7/17/2019
J.D. Power finds Subaru and Lexus get the most consumer love
Consumers increase their spending in June7/17/2019
They also appear to be managing their growing debt
Acura recalls model year 2016-2019 Acura ILXs7/17/2019
The vehicle could move while in Park, increasing the risk of a crash or injury
Lidl recalls wooden grasping toys7/17/2019
The wooden wheels can detach and release small parts, posing a choking hazard
Ada Valley Gourmet Foods, recalls beef meat loaf7/17/2019
The product may be contaminated with extraneous materials
Office Depot recalls desks7/17/2019
The desk’s control box has an electrical issue
Chrysler recalls model year 2019 Jeep Renegades7/17/2019
The airbags may incorrectly deploy during a front-end crash
July 16, 2019
Amazon workers strike during Prime Day to demand better working conditions7/16/2019
The company says its workers are treated just fine
Treasury adds its voice to growing doubts about Facebook’s Libra7/16/2019
A Facebook executive will face the Senate Committee today
Amazon antitrust investigation poised to escalate within days7/16/2019
The EU’s competition division is preparing to ramp up its probe into Amazon’s business practices
Senators introduce bill that would bar Trump from lifting restrictions on Huawei7/16/2019
Lawmakers in both parties are concerned about Trump’s talk of easing sanctions on Huawei
Twitter’s debuts its new design7/16/2019
The ‘new’ Twitter is focused on people and the conversations they’re having
Hearing aids could help improve brain function in later life7/16/2019
Researchers say the devices can reduce the risk of dementia
Benefactor helps Minnesota consumers wipe out $1 million in medical debt7/16/2019
RIP Medical Debt uses donations to buy debt and abolish it
Petting dogs or cats could help consumers reduce stress7/16/2019
Spending time with furry friends could do more than just boost mood
FTC and Gerber settle deceptive advertising suit7/16/2019
The agency claimed Gerber misrepresented allergy prevention properties of its formula
Bose recalls EdgeMax and FreeSpace loudspeakers7/16/2019
The speakers may dislodge and fall from their installed location
Winco Fireworks recalls Black Cat 'Cat Mobiles'7/16/2019
The device can burst and spread sparks and pyrotechnic materials upward and outward
Chrysler recalls model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks7/16/2019
The spare tire placard label may contain incorrect information
Probar recalls Meal Bars7/16/2019
The products may contain milk and soy, allergens not declared on the label
Newmar recalls various motorhomes built on a Daimler truck chassis7/16/2019
The rear marker lights, brake lights or turn signals may not function
July 15, 2019
Big Tech gets ready for its antitrust showdown with Congress7/15/2019
Thanks to the hearing, consumers may finally start to get the respect they deserve
Many in-debt consumers are unwilling to stop spending, survey finds7/15/2019
Here’s how you can break bad habits and get ahead
Is Facebook getting off easy?7/15/2019
The FTC is willing to settle its privacy issues for $5 billion
Juul CEO apologizes to parents of children addicted to vaping products7/15/2019
‘It’s not intended for them,’ CEO Kevins Burns says in an upcoming documentary
Spending time in nature can help reduce unhealthy cravings, study suggests7/15/2019
Greenspaces could be beneficial to consumers’ health
eBay launches Crash Sale to compete with Amazon7/15/2019
The company has promised to launch even more discounts if Amazon crashes again
Drinking sugary beverages linked with increased risk of cancer7/15/2019
A study highlights the success of recent taxes being implemented across the country
Boeing 737 MAX may not return to service until early next year7/15/2019
Safety concerns are still being addressed
Store closings picked up momentum in the first half of 20197/15/2019
One industry source predicts 12,000 will be gone by the end of the year
Everbilt door pulls recalled7/15/2019
The door pulls can have sharp edges on the back
Baumer Foods recalls Pics Soy Sauce7/15/2019
The products may contain fish, an allergen not declared on the label
Ford recalls model year 2019 Ranger SuperCabs7/15/2019
The right-front seat belt may not restrain occupants adequately
Altaire recalls numerous eye care products sold at CVS7/15/2019
The products may not be sterile
Forest River recalls recreational trailers with electrical issue7/15/2019
The outside kitchen may not have a GFCI protected outlet
July 12, 2019
Are you paying too much for a car or truck?7/12/2019
Survey finds many consumers buy vehicles they can’t really afford
Bitcoin surge pauses on Fed chief’s concerns7/12/2019
But analysts say the cryptocurrency still has room to run
Mattresses emit higher levels of potentially dangerous chemicals while consumers sleep7/12/2019
The risk could be greater for young children, a study suggests
Amazon announces Prime Day device deals7/12/2019
The company says it will mark down prices on its gadgets, in-house brands, and more than a million other items
Apple allows parental control app back on App Store7/12/2019
OurPact has been restored to the App Store after it was removed ‘out of the blue’ earlier this year
Robocall numbers continued to decline in June7/12/2019
But the FCC isn’t happy with how carriers are addressing the issue
Ford, VW team up to build autonomous and electric vehicles7/12/2019
The move will help the automakers stay competitive in the race to develop new automotive technologies
Despite safer cars, women are still more likely to suffer injury in an accident7/12/2019
Researchers are still unsure why this trend is happening
Gasoline prices level off in the last week7/12/2019
But a storm brewing in the Gulf could lead to a spike
Universal Security Instruments recalls smoke alarms7/12/2019
The alarms may fail to alert consumers to a fire
Custom Molded Products recalls valve caps sold with hot tubs/swim spas7/12/2019
The valve cover can pop off and strike a bystander, posing an impact hazard
Forest River recalls Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes7/12/2019
The slide room may move in or out unexpectedly
Nature’s Truth recalls wintergreen essential oil7/12/2019
The bottles are not child resistant as required by law
Swaddle Bee recalls children’s security blankets7/12/2019
The blanket’s snaps can detach, posing a choking hazard
July 11, 2019
Amazon commits $700 million to 'upskilling' 100,000 of its workforce7/11/2019
The company seems set on slowing the threat of robots taking away jobs
Survey suggests strong back to school spending for 20197/11/2019
Back to school spending can often predict economic strength
Fed Chairman tells Congress he isn’t going anywhere7/11/2019
Jerome Powell says he’ll give the president and the market what they want
Microsoft adds option to make Windows 10 devices passwordless7/11/2019
The new feature is intended to ‘reduce the risk of account compromise’
Facebook updates its ‘Why am I seeing this ad?’ button7/11/2019
Users can now find more detailed reasoning when they click the button
FCC votes to remove restrictions on valuable spectrum for 5G7/11/2019
The agency says the move is ‘a major step toward freeing up critical mid-band spectrum for 5G’
Renovation spending projected to rise as home sales slow7/11/2019
A survey found that nearly half of homeowners are planning remodeling projects
Kids are at higher risk of cancer when mothers are overweight7/11/2019
Researchers suggest many of these cases could be prevented
Family history of Alzheimer's could negatively affect consumers' memory7/11/2019
Family history of diabetes may also lead to decreased cognitive function
Disney recalls “ Forky” plush toy7/11/2019
The toy's “googly” plastic eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard
Volkswagen recalls Passat and Atlas vehicles7/11/2019
The headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification
The Company Store recalls girl’s pajama sets7/11/2019
The garments fail to meet the federal flammability standard
Flowers Foods recalls bakery products7/11/2019
The products may contain small pieces of hard plastic
Forest River recalls Work and Play fifthwheel trailers7/11/2019
The trailer could suffer an electrical short