Significant violations found in funeral homes in nine states and the District of Columbia
Investigators working undercover in nine states and the District of Columbia found significant violations of Federal Trade Commission consumer […]
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What’s in the health care reform bill that passed the House March 21, 2010?
What are the major provisions of the health care reform bill that passed the House of Representatives yesterday? According to
Recall of the Week: Remote control kits for electric fireplaces and stoves
About 700,000 remote control kits for electric fireplaces and stoves are being recalled, reports the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
What were your best and worst consumer experiences this week?
Which consumer happenings cheered you recently and which ones made you want to scream or weep? Here are my best
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
Originally a religious holiday to honor St. Patrick, who introduced Christianity to Ireland in the fifth century, St. Patrick's Day
Recall of the Week: Therma Scarf scarves with microwaveable heat packs due fire and burn hazards
About 98,500 Therma Scarf scarves in the United States and about 1,500 in Canada are being recalled, reports the U.S.
Top 10 tips to protect yourself as a consumer
It’s National Consumer Protection Week. This year’s theme, Dollars & Sense: Rated “A” for All Ages, highlights the importance of
‘Food Inc.,’ the movie, offers 10 startling details on the American food system
When I was finally able to watch “Food Inc.,” the Academy Award-nominated documentary, I expected to see images of animals
Should you throw away your Pyrex glass bakeware?
When I was doing consumer research, I ran across an article on exploding Pyrex cookware. Since I recently received a