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Suffocation, Fall Risks Prompt Recall Of Popular Baby Loungers Suffocation, Fall Risks Prompt Recall Of Popular Baby Loungers
Suffocation, Fall Risks Prompt Recall Of Popular Baby Loungers A baby lounger sold on Amazon has been recalled after federal safety officials warned it poses a risk of suffocation and falls for infants. The recall was issued for about 23,000 URMYWO baby loungers in the "grey feather" style, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 4. The loungers violate the federal standard for infant sleep products. According to the CPSC, the sides are too short to secure a baby, and the sleeping pad is too thick. An infant could also fall out through an opening at the foot or become trapped.  The loungers also lac…

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by Chris Spiker
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29 People Injured, Forcing Recall Of 'Burst-Proof' Garden Hoses 29 People Injured, Forcing Recall Of 'Burst-Proof' Garden Hoses
29 People Injured, Forcing Recall Of 'Burst-Proof' Garden Hoses More than 3.5 million garden hoses are being recalled after they suddenly burst, injuring nearly 30 people. Winston Products issued the recall for about 3.6 million HydroTech expandable garden hoses, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 24. The hoses were marketed as "burst-proof," but they can rupture, causing an impact hazard and, in some cases, temporarily impairing hearing. The company reported at least 222 complaints of hoses bursting. At least 29 people suffered injuries, including a bone bruise, two sprains, and five people who reported hearing…

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by Chris Spiker
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Fortnite Players Getting $126M In Refunds For Unwanted Charges, FTC Says Fortnite Players Getting $126M In Refunds For Unwanted Charges, FTC Says
Fortnite Players Getting $126M In Refunds For Unwanted Charges, FTC Says Fortnite players across the US are getting a fresh round of cash — and they didn’t even have to win a battle royale to claim it. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it’s sending out more than $126 million in refunds to players who were charged for unwanted in-game purchases, as part of a settlement with Fortnite’s developer, Epic Games. The latest round of payments includes 969,173 checks and PayPal transfers issued on June 25 and 26, the FTC said this week. This stems from a 2023 settlement in which Epic agreed to pay $245 million after the FTC accused the company of using decept…

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by Zak Failla
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Nationwide Recall Issued For Popular Yogurt Product Nationwide Recall Issued For Popular Yogurt Product
Nationwide Recall Issued For Popular Yogurt Product A widely sold refrigerated food item has been pulled from store shelves due to a labeling issue that could pose a serious health risk for certain consumers. Knockro Inc., based in Pennsylvania, is recalling its Bonya-branded low fat yogurt parfaits because they may contain almonds that are not listed on the label.  Almonds are considered a tree nut and can cause severe or even life-threatening allergic reactions in individuals with sensitivities. The product is sold in 12-ounce clear plastic cups with an expiration date of Monday, May 5. It was available in retail stores across the US…

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by Joe Lombardi
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$18.5M In Checks Going To Deceptive Sweepstakes Victims, FTC Says: See If You Qualify $18.5M In Checks Going To Deceptive Sweepstakes Victims, FTC Says: See If You Qualify
$18.5M In Checks Going To Deceptive Sweepstakes Victims, FTC Says: See If You Qualify More than 280,000 people will receive checks after they were targeted by misleading sweepstakes emails, federal regulators said. According to the Federal Trade Commission, more than $18.5 million in refunds will be sent to 281,724 consumers, the agency said in a news release on Wednesday, April 30. The FTC found that Publishers Clearing House misled shoppers through deceptive online marketing and emails. An FTC investigation found that PCH tricked predominantly older and lower-income people into buying products. The shoppers were given the false impression that making the pur…

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by Chris Spiker
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Closing Worcester Deli Blames Labor Shortage, Rising Prices: 'Can No Longer Properly Serve You' Closing Worcester Deli Blames Labor Shortage, Rising Prices: 'Can No Longer Properly Serve You'
Closing Worcester Deli Blames Labor Shortage, Rising Prices: 'Can No Longer Properly Serve You' Owners of a Worcester deli say they are being forced to close because the cost of doing business has become untenable, and it's preventing them from providing the level of service their customers deserve.  Helfand's Deli, at 143 Highland St., will shutter on Saturday, March 16, according to a note the owners posted on the restaurant's Facebook page Friday. The owners thanked their customers for their support for the past 18 months. They blamed the labor shortage and rising cost of supplies for the closure.  Posted by Helfand's Deli on Friday, March 15, 2024 Cust…

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by Josh Lanier
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Did You Get Your Refund? FTC Recovered $17 Million For MA From Alleged Scammers Did You Get Your Refund? FTC Recovered $17 Million For MA From Alleged Scammers
Did You Get Your Refund? FTC Recovered $17 Million For MA From Alleged Scammers More than $17 million is being returned to people in Massachusetts who had fallen prey to false advertising or another business scam since 2018. According to data provided by the Federal Trade Commission, since July 2018 more than 99,000 Massachusetts residents have been bilked out of $17.65 million through savings and loans, unauthorized debts and charges, grant, and payday loan scams among other types of deception. When the FTC sends refunds, it usually uses customer lists and contact information it gets from the defendants, the FTC said. If that information isn’t available, the agency …

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by Kristin Palpini