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April 16, 2021

Ducati recalls Multistrada V4 S motorcycles

The valve head may break, reducing engine performance

Rong Shing Trading recalls beef products

The products were imported from China, which is ineligible to export beef to the US

Nado recalls MICTUNING 9006, H11, and H7 LED headlight bulbs

The bulb may be too bright

GEO Essential recalls Essential Oils and Oil Blend

The product's packaging fails to meet child resistant packaging requirements

Forest River recalls model year 2021 Berkshire Class A motorhomes

The brake Lights may not adequately reflect light

April 15, 2021

Coronavirus update: Nearly 6,000 vaccinated people got COVID-19 anyway, Johnson & Johnson vaccine still on hold

The job market made a big improvement last week

Always hungry? Researchers say it's probably due to your blood sugar levels

Experts encourage consumers to look for foods that can keep them full for longer periods of time

CDC committee delays decision on Johnson & Johnson vaccine

Members say they need more information about blood clot risks

White House announces $39 billion fund to address child care crisis

The plan also includes additional funding for a revamp of the daycare system

Airlines unblock middle seats despite CDC stance on the matter

An industry trade group is citing studies showing air travel is safe regardless of physical distancing

Advocacy group urges Facebook to abandon idea of Instagram for children under 13

Critics say the ‘image-obsessed’ app isn’t appropriate for a demographic going through rapid developmental changes

Lyft launches new feature to give rides for non-emergency medical appointments

Eligible consumers can book a ride without the normal hassle of setting up non-emergency transportation

Walmart to invest in more full-time jobs for its workers

The company is making job and customer satisfaction a priority

Exposure to air pollution may increase severity of COVID-19 cases

Consumers with respiratory issues are especially vulnerable to severe symptoms

Ford introduces its first hands-free technology

BlueCruise will be available on two models later this year

Ford recalls Lincoln model year 2020-21 Lincoln Aviators

The video display screen may malfunction

Rise Baking recalls Harris Teeter Brand and Dawn brand cakes

The products contain hazelnut, an allergen not declared on the label

Tiffin recalls model year 2021 Phaeton RVs

The valve stem stabilizer may loosen

One Million Greenworks and Powerworks pressure washer spray guns recalled

The hose and/or parts of the connector can become dislodged during use

Isuzu recalls Isuzu and Chevrolet vehicles

The rear axle u-bolt may not be tightened properly

What is a car maintenance plan?

Learn how these plans can help protect your vehicle

April 14, 2021

Coronavirus update: Moderna vaccine effective after six months, Johnson & Johnson vaccine under review

The FDA wants to provide more N95 face masks

Senators introduce legislation to force CDC’s hand on cruise industry restart

Lawmakers are trying to get the cruise industry sailing again by July 4

Child tax credit checks will start arriving in July

Parents will get a monthly payment for each child from the IRS

McDonald’s to require anti-harassment training for all workers starting next year

The company is striving to ensure ethical compliance among its workers

Retailers and banks deploy new technology to fight friendly fraud

The new data stream allows retailers and banks to push back against fraud

Exercise provides strong protection against poor COVID-19 outcomes

Researchers recommend walking 30 minutes a day, five days a week at a moderate pace

FBI remotely hacks computers to remove Hafnium infections

The agency is calling the operation a success

Pregnant women should beware of going over speed bumps, expert suggests

Driving recklessly over speed bumps can be harmful to expectant mothers and their babies

Smoking marijuana can seriously impair consumers' vision, study finds

The majority of cannabis users don’t recognize these vision impairments

Poll shows Americans plan to be more frugal after the pandemic

The survey shows an increase in the number of people adopting household budgets

Hyundai recalls Genesis G80s and GV80s with 2.5-litre turbo engines

The high pressure fuel tube may leak

Ummzy recalls dietary supplements for male sexual enhancement

The products contain tadalafil sildenafil and vardenafil, making them unapproved new drugs

Ford recalls F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles

The rear axle may not have adequate lubrication

Goal Zero recalls power cables

The pins inside the connector on the cord can deform and overheat

BMW recalls X3 and X4 class vehicles

A fuel tank weld may fail and allow fuel to leak

April 13, 2021

Feds ask for ‘pause’ in Johnson & Johnson vaccinations because of blood clot issues

Health officials are investigating reports and will respond accordingly

FTC offers tips on avoiding job scams

Scammers promise a job, but they only want your money and personal information

Coronavirus update: Hitting ‘pause’ on Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine, tough advice for Michigan

Having COVID-19 seems to offer immunity against reinfection

Spanking children may impact their brain development, study finds

Experts worry about how this type of discipline affects kids’ mental health long-term

Bitcoin surpasses $63,000 on way to new record value

Experts are advising caution because currencies aren’t supposed to appreciate this rapidly

Gold prices rise as inflation moves higher than expected

The precious metal last traded for over $1,741 an ounce

PC shipments continue to grow by leaps and bounds

Chromebooks are becoming a consumer favorite

FCC calls on consumers to share their broadband speeds

The agency is crowdsourcing speed test results in order to improve the accuracy of its broadband maps

Using salt on roads and in the environment can impact our supply of fresh water, study finds

Experts say using too much salt can also affect consumers’ health

Domino’s launches autonomous pizza delivery in Houston

The pizza chain is using the Nuro R2 robot for last-mile delivery

GM recalls Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles with 6.6L gasoline engines

The positive battery cable terminal may cause a short circuit

Sabra recalls Classic Hummus

The product may be contaminated with Salmonella

Arcimoto recalls FUVs and Deliverators

The battery may shut down, causing a loss of power

Black Diamond recalls PIEPS DSP avalanche transceivers

The transceiver may lose emergency communications ability

Jayco and Entegra motorhomes with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves recalled

The stove saddle valves may leak gas

April 12, 2021

Coronavirus update: A new role for antibody drugs? New concerns about the South African variant

Weekend vaccinations set a new record

Uber rebounds from pandemic lows with huge surge in ride requests during March

The company is trying to hire more drivers to meet the increased demand

Fed Chairman says economic outlook has ‘brightened substantially’

However, another COVID-19 wave could still cause economic turbulence

Apple and Google headed to Capitol Hill for a hearing over app store antitrust practices

App developers are being offered a better commission deal in some cases, but it comes with limits

Google glitch leaves some users unable to create new documents on Google Docs and Sheets

Google hasn’t yet explained what’s causing the service outage

USDA issues public health alert about ground turkey

Government food inspectors say products may be linked to Salmonella Hadar illness

Certain cancer patients face higher risk of COVID-19 vaccine failure

Researchers say vaccines may not fully protect certain cancer patients against the virus

Treating sleep apnea may reduce the risk of dementia, study finds

There could be long-term cognitive benefits to treating sleep apnea

Workplace and social stress may increase women's risk of heart disease, study finds

Experts are worried about the long-term impact that stress can have on women’s health

Vaccine passports could pave the way for vaccine passport scams

The BBB says emails offering free downloads of an 'official' government vaccine passport app are scams

Curt Manufacturing recalls Forged Ball and Pintle Hitches

The locking jaw may not engage properly

Epicure recalls glass prep bowls

The tempered glass bowl can break or shatter during use,

Starcraft travel trailers with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves recalled

The stove saddle valves may leak gas

Trident Seafoods recalls Pacific Salmon Burgers

The product may contain small pieces of metal

Porsche recalls Cayman GT4s, Cayman GTS 4.0s, 718 Spyders, and Boxster GTS 4.0s

The engine connecting rods may crack and loosen

April 9, 2021

Recall Roundup: Millions of Verizon hotspots recalled for getting too hot and catching fire

Over 600,000 Honda vehicles are being called back because of an issue that can stall engines

Coronavirus update: Brazilian variant drives new cases, 20 percent of Americans are vaccinated

A Johnson & Johnson vaccine shortage is developing

LinkedIn data leak compromises 500 million user accounts

Users’ names, phone numbers, email addresses, and more were scraped by hackers

Florida governor sues CDC over no sail order

Ron DeSantis is questioning the CDC’s authority when it comes to cruise restrictions

Most school personnel are getting at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine

Experts hope this will get students back in the classroom as soon as possible

President Biden proposes $1.5 trillion annual budget loaded with boosts to social programs

The new administration is looking to tackle issues like opioids, climate change, and civil rights

Boeing 737 MAX grounded again over electrical issue

Airlines are shifting to accommodate schedules

GM and Ford stop production at more factories due to semiconductor chip shortage

Affected workers will still receive a portion of their pay during the shutdown

Fast-food restaurants are disappearing from Walmart

McDonald’s and Subway are reportedly closing hundreds of restaurants

Women aren't taken as seriously as men when describing their pain, study finds

Researchers are highlighting long-standing gender disparities in health care

Gas demand rose this week but prices didn’t

A decline in oil prices is keeping prices at the pump in check

More than 600,000 Hondas and Acuras recalled

The vehicles' fuel pumps may fail

Verizon recalls 2.5 million Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots

The lithium ion battery in the hotspots can overheat

Various Mercedes-Benz vehicles with panoramic sunroofs recalled

The roof panel may detach from the vehicle

Kareem Mart Recalls Halva food treats

The products may be contaminated with Salmonella

Porsche recalls 911 Speedsters, 911 Carrera S Coupes, Carrera 4S Coupes, and Carrera S Cabriolets

The vehicles could experience driving instability

April 8, 2021

Misusing antihistamines could lead to fatal side effects, researchers warn

Experts say these drugs are the most incorrectly used medicines in the world

Coronavirus update: Five states produce most new cases, study will look at severe reactions to vaccines

Carnival Cruise Line reports record bookings

Carnival Cruise Line frets over no-sail order as bookings continue to climb

The company says it may move its U.S. home ports if a compromise isn’t reached soon

U.S. to begin study on allergic reactions to Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines

The CDC asks everyone who experiences allergies to do some homework prior to getting vaccinated

How can consumers find the most success while working from home?

Experts have collected the best work-from-home tips

LG says it will continue to provide updates for phones for three more years

The company announced earlier this week that it will stop making smartphones in July

T-Mobile pushes free 5G phones and unlimited data plan upgrades in latest campaign

New and existing customers can trade in any phone and get a Galaxy A32 5G smartphone

Americans increased broadband use by 30 percent during the pandemic

An industry report shows that the web performed well under unprecedented demand

DoorDash and Instacart may launch their own credit cards

The companies are hoping to retain business gained during the pandemic

Snacking late at night may compromise your job performance, study finds

Eating late into the night can make consumers more easily distractible at work the next day

Guangzhou recalls various Cougar Motor headlight LED bulbs

The bulbs can create excessive glare or brightness

S&B Shopper recalls Imperial Extreme 2000 capsules

The presence of sildenafil and tadalafil makes the product an unapproved new drug

Mercedes Benz recalls vehicles with glass bonding issue

The roof glass panel may detach from the vehicle

RH recalls children’s bath wraps

The bath wraps fail to meet flammability standards

Highland Ridge recalls travel trailers with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves

The stove saddle valves may leak gas

April 7, 2021

Biden proposes plan to raise taxes on major U.S. companies

Amazon’s Jeff Bezos has shown some early support for raising corporate taxes

Coronavirus update: Open vaccinations to begin April 19, COVID-19’s effect on mental health studied

Dr. Fauci sounds a more optimistic note

Another 25 million stimulus checks are going out this week

People who don’t usually file a tax return may need to do so to get a check

Kids with Down syndrome may be more likely to develop leukemia, study suggests

Down syndrome can increase the risk of several health complications

Excess deaths increased by more than 20 percent in 2020, study finds

Experts say that COVID-19 wasn’t the only factor affecting the death rate over the last year

Best Buy rolls out new membership program loaded with perks

Customers can get concierge service, technical support, and several other benefits

United Airlines to open flight school as travel picks back up

The carrier said it plans to open up its flight schedule even more in May

Starbucks to offer new reusable cup in eco-friendly trial

Customers can ‘borrow a cup’ and receive rewards points

Eleven percent of Americans moved last year, survey finds

The ability to work remotely sent millions of people in a search for change

Consumers spent $900 billion more online last year

Mastercard says the pandemic sped up the adoption of e-commerce

Malfunctioning passenger occupant detection system prompts Audi recall

The passenger airbag may deactivate

Alembic Pharmaceuticals recalls telmisartan tablets

The product's label contains the incorrect tablet strength

Jayco recalls travel trailers with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves

The stove saddle valves may leak gas

GK Foods USA recalls La Fe Peppers and Onions

The product may be contaminated with small plastic pieces

Airstream recalls model year 2017-2020 Basecamp travel trailers

The air conditioner may separate from the trailer

April 6, 2021

FTC warns of imposter scam targeting college students and staff

Scammers impersonating IRS officials are targeting people with ‘.edu’ email addresses

CDC lauds seniors for getting their vaccinations but says others aren’t being cautious enough

Masks and social distancing are still necessary, the agency’s director says

Coronavirus update: Cases are still increasing, the U.K. variant is everywhere

The CDC issued new guidance on disinfectants

Struggling students should watch out for the ‘tutor scam’

Beware of prospective tutors who offer to do the work for you

Acetaminophen tablets recalled over mislabeling error that could lead to liver damage

Prescription drug labels that contain important health information are missing

Ketchup shortages hit U.S. following bump in takeout orders during the pandemic

Prices for the condiment have increased by 13 percent since early 2020

IRS sends letters to explain why some 2020 Recovery Rebate Credits are different than expected

Common reasons are mistakes on math, ages of qualifying children, and no Social Security number being given

Financial habits learned during the pandemic may last, survey suggests

Forty-two percent of consumers don’t plan to run up post-pandemic credit card bills

Kids who lost a parent from COVID-19 need support services for long-term wellness

Without support, experts worry about how kids will cope with trauma into adulthood

Food marketing may not be as effective after consumers lose weight, study finds

Experts say obesity can make people more susceptible to food marketing campaigns

Hyundai recalls model year 2021 Santa Fe SUVs

The occupant detection system may malfunction

Real Water recalls all sizes of Real Water brand drinking water

The product may be linked to instances of non-viral hepatitis

Model year 2021 Dutch Star, New Aire and Ventana motorhomes recalled

The brake pedal return spring may be missing

Durisan recalls hand sanitizer

The products may be contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex and Ralstonia pickettii

Nissan recalls model year 2021 Rogues

Incorrect wheel nuts may have been installed, and may loosen

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