Owners of Electrolux and Frigidaire refrigerators are urged to check the model and serial numbers of their appliances. Electrolux, which also owns Frigidaire, has announced a voluntary recall of ice makers in specific models. Why Are Ice Makers Being Recalled?…
Seattle’s city council recently approved legislation to mandate a minimum wage for workers who deliver food and other items for companies such as DoorDash and UberEats. During a May 31 session, the council voted unanimously in favor of the “Pay…
Ever wondered if the people in the next state over are paying the same price for milk that you are? Grocery prices in general have been rising nationwide and that includes the white stuff that’s been an American kitchen staple…
Folks with serious allergies know: EpiPens are a lifesaving, essential medicine. So if you purchased an EpiPen between Aug. 24, 2011, and Nov. 1, 2020, you may be awarded a portion of a major settlement by the drug manufacturer. The…
There are numerous advantages to seeking higher education at any age. Even when you are in your 50s, 60s and beyond, you can benefit from taking college courses. Taking a class can freshen your skills, provide opportunities for socialization, enhance…
When sitting down for a meal isn’t feasible, nutrition bars seem like a quick, healthy solution. You can wolf one down for breakfast while packing up the kids’ backpacks or while commuting to work. What’s not to love? Many seem…
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Oftentimes we don’t think about our car’s tires until one of three things happens: a tire goes flat, icy weather is imminent and you want to make sure there is still thread left, or you’re heading out on a long…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating an outbreak of salmonella infections that is possibly linked to Jif peanut butter products. The J.M. Smucker Company issued a voluntary recall for its creamy, crunchy,…
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Ah, spring! The relatively bug-free winter is (finally!) gone and hungry insects are just revving up for a long summer of feasting. If you live in a house that’s prone to hosting ants, you probably already know this. Maybe you…
Did you know your car’s wiper blades should be replaced regularly, regardless of how frequently they’re used? This is because over time blades wear down, which makes them less effective. Not being able to see clearly — during rain, sleet…
Ever been disappointed by the way your fast-food order looks compared to the product image used in advertisements? A new class-action lawsuit is taking that disappointment to federal court. The complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District…
Americans can now order more free at-home COVID-19 tests from the U.S. Postal Service. The federal government started taking orders for a third round of COVID-19 test kits on May 16. Each order now contains eight rapid antigen tests, the USPS…
The FIRE movement refers to the acronym for Financial Independence Retire Early. While it has been trending recently, the idea has been around for several decades. In 1992, Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez published “Your Money or Your Life.” Dominguez…
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Some varieties of Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies are being recalled by Mars Wrigley after consumers reported finding a very thin metal strand embedded in the gummies or loose in the bag. The company says it does not know…
A basic job posting site will list a title, job description, requirements, salary and benefits for every open position. But if you’ve ever scanned job listings online, you’ve probably noticed the repetition of many similar phrases within the text. Look…
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Have you ever wished you could go on a permanent vacation? How about a never-ending cruise? For one Washington couple, retiring early and living on a cruise ship made sense. In 1992, Angelyn Burk took her first cruise and fell…
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Whether you’re transporting furniture in the bed of a pickup truck or tying down a cargo carrier to the roof of your car, ratchet straps can help your items stay safe. Also referred to as ratchet tie-downs, ratchet straps prevent…
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Your health care provider might recommend wearing compression socks following surgery or to help with a health issue. Or, you might buy them yourself for comfort, to use when playing sports, or as a way of preventing medical problems, especially…
Delta Air Lines will start paying flight attendants during the time that passengers are boarding. That’s a first for a major U.S. airline. Flight attendants in the U.S. generally don’t begin getting paid until the doors close after boarding. Delta…
More than 120,000 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli are under recall. Lakeside Refrigerated Services, based in New Jersey, produced the ground beef products between Feb. 1, 2022 and April 8, 2022. The beef…
Maintaining clean and tidy clothing is a component of a healthy lifestyle and fostering self-esteem. Ensuring that your clothes are neat and smooth is part of this equation. Of course, you could press your garments with an iron or use…
If you’re a skier, you’ve probably been there before: You’re all bundled up and bouncing down moguls when your goggles start to become hazy. As your body heats up, moisture condenses inside your goggles, making everything a literal blur. The…
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Streaming TV viewers may start to see something they never expected on Netflix: commercials. But, it looks like desperate economic times have called for desperate measures the company has resisted for years. The shift in attitude toward ads on Netflix…
Do you find it frustrating when your iPhone photos are an "unsupported file type?" Here's how to get around that.
California’s state government is considering a bill that likely wouldn’t meet much resistance from many full-time workers. Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia, of Bell Gardens, and Assemblymember Evan Low, of San Jose, both Democrats, have introduced legislation meant to improve the work-life…
There are lots of things you must remember to bring on a trip, such as your ID, medications and chargers for your devices. Perhaps there is one other item that you don’t usually bring with you — but should. Experts…
If you haven’t purchased some Forever stamps in a while, you might want to stock up. The U.S. Postal Service is looking to increase the price of stamps by 2 cents every six months beginning July 10, 2022. The USPS…
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A pancake and waffle mix sold by Walmart is under recall. Continental Mills makes Great Value Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix. Cable fragments were found in a “limited amount of product,” the FDA says on its website. FDA, CNN Newsource…
Nearly 4 million bottles of Airborne Gummies, an immunity supplement, are being recalled because people could get hurt when opening the containers for the first time.
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At Apple’s first product event for 2022, the company introduced a handful of new items and special prices. In an hour-long Peek Performance event on March 8, Apple announced a slate of new products and other upgrades, including a new,…
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The billionaire investor who revealed a 10% stake in GameStop last year, helping set into motion one of the strangest stock frenzies Wall Street has ever witnessed, is now looking to shake things again with another popular — but totally…
The U.S. government is spending billions of dollars on COVID-19 vaccines and at-home test kits. So why are some people being charged for the shots they got last year? Matt Kunkle is a graphics designer who got the Pfizer COVID-19…
Fitbit is recalling about 1 million Ionic Smartwatches due to a burn hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said on March 2. According to the CPSC, there are four different models that are recalled. The watches were sold in…
Abbott Nutrition has expanded its baby formula recall after reports of an infant’s death. The Food and Drug Administration announced in an update on Feb. 28 that the recall had been expanded to include one lot of Similac PM 60/40. On…
Discount retailer Family Dollar is temporarily closing more than 400 of its stores after a U.S. Food and Drug Administration report described a company warehouse littered with rodents and their feces. The report, released Friday, detailed a grisly scene: More…