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Oprah Signs Exclusive Deal With Amazon: What It Means For Fans Oprah Signs Exclusive Deal With Amazon: What It Means For Fans
Oprah Signs Exclusive Deal With Amazon: What It Means For Fans Oprah Winfrey has signed an exclusive, multi-year deal with Amazon, marking a significant expansion of her media empire.  The partnership, announced Monday morning, April 27, highlights Amazon’s growing ambitions in the creator-driven media space, and includes her podcast, book club, and the back catalog of "The Oprah Winfrey Show," according to multiple reports, including Variety. The deal focuses on integrating Oprah’s brand across Amazon’s platforms, including Wondery, Amazon’s podcast network.  Here’s what the agreement includes: "The Oprah Podcast": Wondery will exclusively…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Urgent Warning, Recalls Issued As Injuries Grow For Several Kids' Stools Urgent Warning, Recalls Issued As Injuries Grow For Several Kids' Stools
Urgent Warning, Recalls Issued As Injuries Grow For Several Kids' Stools More than 16,000 children's kitchen stools are being recalled or flagged over safety risks that could lead to serious injuries or death, federal officials said. Two recalls and a safety warning for tower-style stools for children were issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday, April 23. The stools can collapse or tip over during use, and a child's torso can slip through side openings, creating a risk of falls, entrapment, and serious injury. The largest recall involves about 9,700 Wiifo tower stools sold on Amazon. They were available from June 2022 through…

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by Chris Spiker
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Chocolate Recall Triggered By Labeling Error: Product Sold In 40 States, Including MA Chocolate Recall Triggered By Labeling Error: Product Sold In 40 States, Including MA
Chocolate Recall Triggered By Labeling Error: Product Sold In 40 States, Including MA A popular chocolate assortment sold across dozens of states is being pulled from shelves over a labeling issue that could pose serious health risks for some consumers. French Broad Chocolates PBC is recalling its Bette’s Bake Sale Bonbon Collection due to undeclared walnuts, according to a company announcement posted by the US Food and Drug Administration. The recall affects 6-piece (2.5 oz), 12-piece (5 oz), and 24-piece (10 oz) boxes with batch numbers 260414 and 260417. The products were distributed between Tuesday, April 14 and Monday, April 20 and sold in retail stores in Asheville, No…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Broken Toes, Bruises Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Dumbbells Broken Toes, Bruises Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Dumbbells
Broken Toes, Bruises Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Dumbbells Tens of thousands of adjustable dumbbells are being recalled after several people were injured when weight plates came loose during use. Tzumi Electronics, a New York City importer, issued the recall for about 50,000 FitRx SmartBell Quick-Select adjustable dumbbells, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, April 23. The issue stems from weight plates that can dislodge from the handle, posing an injury risk. There have been more than 115 reports of weight plates dislodging during use, according to the CPSC. At least six people suffered injuries like&…

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by Chris Spiker
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13 Burns Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Heated Socks 13 Burns Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Heated Socks
13 Burns Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Heated Socks More than 200,000 heated socks are being recalled after more than a dozen people suffered burn injuries, officials said. 32 Degrees is recalling about 207,806 pairs of heated socks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, April 23. The recall involves black heated socks sold in medium, large, and extra-large sizes.  The recall was issued after reports that the socks can pose an injury hazard when worn during high-intensity activities that generate heat, excessive friction, moisture, and pressure. The company has received 14 reports of heat-related incidents,…

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by Chris Spiker
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Wendy's Unveils Spring 2026 Menu With Sweet, Spicy Items: See What's On It Wendy's Unveils Spring 2026 Menu With Sweet, Spicy Items: See What's On It
Wendy's Unveils Spring 2026 Menu With Sweet, Spicy Items: See What's On It Wendy's is rolling out its spring menu with new desserts, fruity drinks, and spicy items to welcome the warmer weather. The fast-food chain unveiled its spring 2026 menu in a news release on Thursday, April 23. The new lineup will be available nationwide on Monday, April 27.  The additions include a new Frosty, watermelon-flavored beverages, and three jalapeño-packed options. "With spring comes warmer weather and refreshing changes in routines, and we are seeing an appetite for bold flavors that mix comfort and discovery," said chief marketing officer Lindsay Radkoski. "Whether i…

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by Chris Spiker
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Supply Shock Spreads To US: What It Means For You Supply Shock Spreads To US: What It Means For You
Supply Shock Spreads To US: What It Means For You The supply shock caused by the ongoing standoff in the Strait of Hormuz is spreading to the United States, driving up energy prices, increasing shipping costs, and creating shortages in key goods and materials.  The crisis, which began after the US-Israel attack on Iran started at the end of February, has brought shipping through the critical waterway to a near standstill. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global energy and petrochemical shipments, typically handles 20 percent of the world’s oil supply. Its effective closure has triggered what analysts are calling one of the…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Major Mitsubishi Recall Expanded Over Corrosion Issues: What To Know Major Mitsubishi Recall Expanded Over Corrosion Issues: What To Know
Major Mitsubishi Recall Expanded Over Corrosion Issues: What To Know More than 108,000 Mitsubishi vehicles are being recalled over an issue that could cause the rear liftgate to suddenly fall or rupture. Mitsubishi Motors North America issued the recall for 108,046 SUVs, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report released on Monday, April 20. The issue affects 102,815 Outlanders from the model years 2014 through 2020, along with 5,231 Outlander PHEV vehicles from the model years 2018 through 2022. The liftgate gas spring cylinders in the affected SUVs may corrode after salt water enters the component and builds up ove…

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by Chris Spiker
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Kellogg's Brings Back Toys Inside Cereal Boxes For New Generation: Here's Why Kellogg's Brings Back Toys Inside Cereal Boxes For New Generation: Here's Why
Kellogg's Brings Back Toys Inside Cereal Boxes For New Generation: Here's Why Kellogg's is putting toys back inside cereal boxes for the first time in more than a decade. The Michigan company announced the limited-time promotion in a news release on Thursday, April 23. The comeback celebrates the release of Disney and Pixar's "Toy Story 5," which hits theaters on Friday, June 19. Special edition cereal boxes will be available nationwide starting on Sunday, April 26, giving families a chance to rediscover a breakfast tradition. "Bringing toys back inside the box reintroduces that sense of discovery through a simple, screen-free moment of play that parents can now sha…

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by Chris Spiker
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Kraft Debuts New Mac & Cheese Flavors Inspired By Restaurants Kraft Debuts New Mac & Cheese Flavors Inspired By Restaurants
Kraft Debuts New Mac & Cheese Flavors Inspired By Restaurants Kraft Mac & Cheese is introducing a new lineup aimed at shoppers looking to have a restaurant-inspired meal at home. The company is launching its first-ever "Restaurant Edition" in April. The new version of popular macaroni and cheese is promoted as having upgraded flavors, premium cheeses, and new pasta shapes. Kraft Mac & Cheese Restaurant Edition is prepared the same way as the classic version, but offers a larger portion and what Kraft Heinz calls a more upscale taste.  "Restaurant Edition brings quality, affordability, and the experience of dining out …

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by Chris Spiker
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Boy's Death Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Youth ATVs: What To Know Boy's Death Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Youth ATVs: What To Know
Boy's Death Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Youth ATVs: What To Know Nearly 5,000 youth all-terrain vehicles are being recalled after a boy's death, federal officials said. Lil Pick Up Inc. is recalling about 4,900 Rex110 and Sierra110 youth ATVs, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, April 23. The vehicles pose a risk because they fail to meet federal safety standards for youth ATVs.  Regulators said the ATVs can exceed safe speed limits for children, have suspension systems that don't meet safety requirements, and may have throttles that stick during use. The footwell surfaces can also reach high temperature…

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by Chris Spiker
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Capital One Customers May Get Paid In $425M Settlement: See If You Qualify Capital One Customers May Get Paid In $425M Settlement: See If You Qualify
Capital One Customers May Get Paid In $425M Settlement: See If You Qualify Some Capital One customers could receive money after the McLean, Virginia-based bank was accused of misleading account holders about interest rates tied to its savings products. Capital One agreed to a $425 million settlement in a class action lawsuit, which claims the company offered nearly identical accounts with different interest rates. A federal judge approved the deal on Monday, April 20, months after the first settlement agreement was rejected in November 2025. According to court documents, Capital One marketed its 360 Savings accounts as a high-interest option for yea…

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by Chris Spiker