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If you own a newer-model Subaru, check your VIN. More than 250,000 Ascent, Crosstrek, Forester and Impreza vehicles are being recalled because they could lose power while driving, which could result in a crash. Around 205,000 Crosstrek and Impreza models from the…
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Do you know an inspiring young person who could use some extra cash for a cause they believe in? U.S. Cellular is looking for young people ages 6-17 for their “The Future of Good” campaign, offering them a chance to…
The annual Art Basel Miami Beach show always makes headlines for its glamorous parties, celebrity sightings and breakout art stars. This year, though, there’s one story that’s getting all the attention — that of the $120,000 banana. Officially titled “Comedian”…
Deal-seeking shoppers know the thrill that comes with a great find at Marshalls. Maybe you stumble upon a pair of swoon-worthy, deeply discounted designer boots that you recently saw full-price at a department store. Or, perhaps you turn the corner…
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Another online retail giant has decided to pull infant inclined sleepers from its selection in the wake of the products being blamed for dozens of deaths. According to Consumer Reports, eBay made the announcement on Dec. 3 that it would…
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Salad eaters, take note! At least 40 people across the country were sickened after eating packaged romaine salad items contaminated with E. coli, so food safety experts have issued a wider recall of all romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California.…
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Under the Affordable Care Act, mammograms for women age 40 and older are free, as the exams are considered preventative care. But women are often called back for further screening and many are surprised when they are billed hundreds of…
If you have a newer Dodge Grand Caravan, it’s time to check your VIN number. Chrysler is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles after it was found that some seatbelts could come loose during a crash, which could lead…
The Nissan Motor Company has issued a recall of hundreds of thousands of its vehicles after discovering a defect that could cause fires. On Nov. 15, Nissan sent notification of the issue to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or…
You know what your credit score is, right? It’s an important number to know for a variety of reasons. After all, it’s a factor in the amount and type of loan you can get to buy a home or car,…
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Sears and Kmart announced it will close a third of its stores in February 2020. Here's the list of all 96 locations that will be closing, by state.
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Microsoft recently gave some of its employees more personal time, and the rewards should cause other employers to sit up and take notice. Not only did workers benefit from more time away from the office, but the company’s bottom line…
Unlimited should mean unlimited, and AT&T has been reminded of that, to the tune of $60 million. The multinational telephone company — one of the world’s largest, in terms of total revenue (a whopping $170.8 billion in 2018) — has…
Check your vegetable bin: A large scale recall on 100-plus pre-packaged vegetable products sold in the U.S. and Canada under brand names like Del Monte, O Organics and Signature Farms was recently announced. Mann Packing Co., which distributed the vegetable…
"Wawona Frozen Foods is issuing this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution due to a positive test result taken as part of a government sampling program," said Wawona's announcement. "There have been no illnesses associated with this voluntary and precautionary recall to date."
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Excitement is building for the November 22 release of “Frozen II.” If you just can’t wait for Disney’s sequel to the hit 2013 computer-animated film, you’re in luck. Tie-in merchandise is starting to appear on shelves — including super-cute shoes…
If you shopped at Zappos in 2012, you may be eligible for a 10% discount on your next order from the retailer. Nine plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit filed a motion that the company provide a discount code of 10%…
More than 6,444 pounds of turkey and pork sausage patties have been recalled over possible salmonella contamination.
Heading off to college can mean a lot of stress and pressure — for students and parents alike. Whether because of the pressure to get good grades, safety concerns or rising tuition costs, college can be one of the most…
The state of California has joined the effort to stop “lunch shaming” in schools. California Gov. Gavin Newsom approved SB 265 on Oct. 12, which makes sure K-12 students who have unpaid school meal fees aren’t denied a meal or…
If your local Taco Bell was out of beef this week, we now know the reason why. Taco Bell’s parent company Yum! Brands issued a recall for 2.3 million pounds of seasoned ground beef in 21 states over fears that…
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Would you pay $4,000 for a pair of sneakers? Brooklyn-based creative arts company MSCHF took some Nike Air Max 97 athletic shoes, which sell for about $160, and gave them an upgrade. These shoes now have a much higher price…
When you receive a phone call from your bank, it may not be what it seems. Thanks to a new scam tactic, a call from someone claiming to be at your bank may actually be a ruse. Pieter Gunst, who…
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If you’ve purchased frozen cooked, diced or shredded chicken or pre-made chicken salad recently, listen up. Tip Top Poultry, Inc. is recalling some of their products for possible listeria contamination. The original recall was issued in September and included Trader…
United Airlines has launched a new pilot recruitment program known as Aviate. The program offers structured career pathways for both aspiring and established pilots to work for United. The airline plans to hire more than 10,000 pilots by 2029. If…
It happens to us all at some point: You’re out running errands. Perhaps they’re taking a bit longer than you thought. And suddenly, you realize you skipped lunch. It’s past lunchtime, but not quite time for dinner. Plus, you still…
If you’ve ever played Words With Friends on your smartphone, then you need to change your passwords because of a recently announced security breach. A hacker claims he hacked into Zynga, Inc, the parent company of the popular game. An…
For those of you who lose your mind every time Twitter changes its web interface, or who feel lost every time Google discontinues a product that was essential to your life (R.I.P. Google Reader), you’d better sit down. iTunes is…
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For all the parents who have ever struggled to get their kids to grasp the value of their belongings … for all the parents who don’t know quite how to explain why they can’t buy their kid yet another pair…
The Food and Drug Administration is alerting the public to a voluntary recall of over-the-counter (OTC) ranitidine tablets (75 mg and 150 mg) manufactured by Apotex Corp. These pills may contain low levels of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), an impurity that is…
These days, homes are doubling as hotels (Airbnb) and personal cars are taxis (Uber). Suffice to say, the concept of a shared economy is becoming more and more prominent. Still, you may be surprised by the variety of goods and…
Shopping-mall stalwart Forever 21 announced Sunday that the company has filed for bankruptcy protection. A letter to their customers posted on the Forever 21 website reassured fans that the company wasn’t going away. “Essentially this [filing] allows Forever 21 to…
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If you’ve recently bought frozen chicken, you may want to check your kitchen freezer. That’s because Perdue Foods has issued a recall of 495 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken due to mislabeling and undeclared allergens, the company announced this week. Bags of gluten-free…