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Walmart Rolls Out Summer Price Cuts On Beef, Soda, These Other Items Walmart Rolls Out Summer Price Cuts On Beef, Soda, These Other Items
Walmart Rolls Out Summer Price Cuts On Beef, Soda, These Other Items Summer shoppers are getting a new round of price relief from the country’s largest retailer. Walmart announced on Monday, July 6, that it is lowering prices on thousands of items through its summer Rollbacks program, including groceries, household essentials, outdoor living products, toys, and apparel. The company said the cuts are aimed at helping customers save on cookouts, family trips, pool days, and weekly shopping.  Featured rollbacks at most Walmart stores include: 1-pound 73 percent fresh ground beef roll ($5.94, was $6.74) Fresh sweet corn on the cob ($0.25 each, was $0.68)…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Popular Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Come To New Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Popular Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Come To New Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Popular Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Come To New Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Krispy Kreme is giving Girl Scout Cookie fans a new way to enjoy some iconic flavors this summer. The chain unveiled its Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Dozen in a news release on Monday, July 6. The limited-time collection will be available at participating shops nationwide beginning Tuesday, July 7. The dozen doughnuts feature the flavors of Thin Mints, Lemon-Ups, and Coconut Caramel cookies. "Girl Scout Cookie flavors are iconic for a reason," said chief brand and product officer Alison Holder. "Reimagining them as doughnuts is a fun way to bring those familiar favorites to fans in…

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by Chris Spiker
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Microsoft Laying Off Nearly 5K Workers: Here's Why Microsoft Laying Off Nearly 5K Workers: Here's Why
Microsoft Laying Off Nearly 5K Workers: Here's Why Microsoft is laying off about 4,800 workers worldwide amid massive cuts at Xbox. The company announced the layoffs in employee messages on Monday, July 6. The cuts represent about 2.1% of Microsoft's global workforce, with most of the layoffs affecting the company's Commercial and Xbox organizations. Xbox plans to eliminate about 3,200 jobs through fiscal year 2027, including approximately 1,600 positions on Monday. The cuts will ultimately affect about one-fifth of the gaming division's workforce, CNBC reported. In her letter, CEO Asha Sharma called the layoffs "the most significant restr…

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by Chris Spiker
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Norway's Bizarre Pizza Order Has Their Breath Kicking: Soccer Team Crushes 20 Pies In 25 Mins Norway's Bizarre Pizza Order Has Their Breath Kicking: Soccer Team Crushes 20 Pies In 25 Mins
Norway's Bizarre Pizza Order Has Their Breath Kicking: Soccer Team Crushes 20 Pies In 25 Mins Norway's World Cup win at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 5, came with an unusual postgame celebration: 20 pizzas from an unlikely New Jersey restaurant. The order went to Bagels by Jarrett, now known as BXJ, at 451 Mount Pleasant Ave. in West Orange, owner Jarrett Seltzer confirmed to Daily Voice. The request came after one of Seltzer's customers sent him an Instagram message. Her husband, the executive chef at the MC Hotel in Montclair, where Norway's national team was staying, needed 20 pizzas. The team's biggest request was simple: "Heavy on the pepperoni." There were also a hand…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Pringles Releases Flavored Hot Dog Buns For Summer Cookout Season Pringles Releases Flavored Hot Dog Buns For Summer Cookout Season
Pringles Releases Flavored Hot Dog Buns For Summer Cookout Season Pringles is adding a new twist to summer cookouts with limited-edition hot dog buns inspired by three of its flavors. The snack brand officially unveiled its new Pop Dog Buns on Monday, July 6. The potato-based buns are based on BBQ, Honey Mustard, and Sour Cream & Onion potato crisps. The limited-edition buns are 7.5 inches long and packaged in Pringles-style cans. Fans can get the buns during two online drops at noon on Wednesday, July 8, and Wednesday, July 15, which is National Hot Dog Day. The Sour Cream & Onion buns feature tangy, savory, and creamy flavors, while t…

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by Chris Spiker
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Scammers Are Promising Free Government Money: Don't Fall For It Scammers Are Promising Free Government Money: Don't Fall For It
Scammers Are Promising Free Government Money: Don't Fall For It The promise sounds tempting. That is exactly why scammers keep using it. Authorities are warning that messages promising “free money” from the government are often scams, especially when they arrive by text, email, ads, or websites. The government does not offer free money or grants for personal needs, USAGov says. Legitimate federal assistance programs do exist, but they have eligibility rules, application steps, and deadlines. The Federal Trade Commission issued similar guidance warning consumers about fake government grant scams that promise money for bills, education, home repairs, deb…

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by Joe Lombardi
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1.7M+ Grill Brushes Recalled Before Fourth Of July Cookouts: What To Know 1.7M+ Grill Brushes Recalled Before Fourth Of July Cookouts: What To Know
1.7M+ Grill Brushes Recalled Before Fourth Of July Cookouts: What To Know More than 1.7 million grill brushes are being recalled as families nationwide prepare for Fourth of July cookouts. Conair issued the recall for about 1,719,995 Cuisinart metal wire bristle grill brushes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, July 2. The recall affects eight different models of grill and pizza stone brushes. The brushes were recalled because small metal bristles can detach from them and stick to grills or food. Swallowing the bristles can create a risk of serious internal injuries that may require surgery.  Conair, based in Stamford, Connec…

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by Chris Spiker
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Child Chokes On Popular Toy Sold At Target, Prompting Urgent Recall Child Chokes On Popular Toy Sold At Target, Prompting Urgent Recall
Child Chokes On Popular Toy Sold At Target, Prompting Urgent Recall A popular children's toy is being recalled after a child began choking when a part detached and exposed small plastic balls inside. Target issued the recall for about 49,000 Gigglescape Under the Sea Popping Toys, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, July 2. The recall was issued because the toy's clear plastic dome can be separated from its blue whale-shaped base, allowing children to access small plastic balls. The recalled toy features colored balls inside a clear plastic dome that pop into the air when a child presses an external plunger on top. The Giggles…

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by Chris Spiker
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100K+ Fireworks Recalled Right Before Fourth Of July: What To Know 100K+ Fireworks Recalled Right Before Fourth Of July: What To Know
100K+ Fireworks Recalled Right Before Fourth Of July: What To Know More than 100,000 fireworks are being recalled just two days before the Fourth of July, officials said. Winco Fireworks International issued the recall for about 100,620 fireworks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, July 2. The recalls include about 87,120 Unity 7 Shot 200 Gram Aerial Cake fireworks and about 13,500 Roman Candles 8 Shot 3-Pack fireworks. The Unity fireworks can tip over, creating a risk of serious injury from explosions and burns. The Roman candles can malfunction and send shots out the side of the tube, creating similar hazards. N…

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by Chris Spiker
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Workplace Dress Rules May Push Employees To Quit, Survey Reveals Workplace Dress Rules May Push Employees To Quit, Survey Reveals
Workplace Dress Rules May Push Employees To Quit, Survey Reveals What employees wear to work is becoming more than a matter of policy. It may be a breaking point. A growing number of workers say they would consider leaving their job if company dress rules clash with their personal style, according to a new survey by Monster. The survey found that 44 percent of workers would consider quitting over a dress code that does not align with how they want to present themselves. That shift reflects a broader change in how workers view workplace attire. For many, especially younger employees, clothing is tied to identity, confidence, and company culture. It is n…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Potentially Deadly Failure Risk Leads To Recall Of Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detector Potentially Deadly Failure Risk Leads To Recall Of Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detector
Potentially Deadly Failure Risk Leads To Recall Of Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detector A product meant to warn families of danger is now under recall because it may pose its own risk. Treatlife smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, sold exclusively on Amazon, are being recalled because they may fail to alert consumers to a fire, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. The failure can pose a risk of serious injury or death from smoke inhalation or burns, CPSC said. The recall was announced on Wednesday, June 25. About 20 units are included in the recall. The affected products are Treatlife Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. They are white, circular, AA-bat…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Popular Supplement Recalled Nationwide Over Salmonella Risk Popular Supplement Recalled Nationwide Over Salmonella Risk
Popular Supplement Recalled Nationwide Over Salmonella Risk A popular organic supplement is being pulled from online shelves nationwide. Total Nutrition Inc. of Deer Park, New York, voluntarily recalled two TNVitamins moringa products due to possible Salmonella contamination, according to a company announcement posted by the FDA on Friday, June 26. No illnesses have been reported to date, according to the announcement. The recall covers TNVitamins 100 percent Organic Moringa 1,200 mg Capsules and TNVitamins 100 percent Organic Moringa Powder. The recalled products were distributed nationally through Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Target, and the co…

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by Joe Lombardi