Take the time to review the dangers of water beads as a new safety rule takes effect
Water beads manufactured after March 12, 2026, need to meet the new federal performance, labeling, and testing requirements designed to […]
Recalls
Unsafe products can kill or injure you or a family member
It’s complicated being a consumer these days. There’s so much information, but most of it is to get you to
Watch out for a new Amazon recall scam
As a consumer and personal finance journalist, I’m really good at spotting scams. I’ve written about lots of scams –
Don’t waste money, or risk injury, on unsafe products during the holidays
Remember to prioritize safety during the holiday season. Shop only from trusted stores and online retailers to protect your family
AI toys with disturbing conversations and unsafe or counterfeit online toys are dangerous toys parents need to reject while holiday shopping
Each year, the U.S.PIRG Education Fund, a consumer group, tests toys prior to the holiday season to let parents know
More than a quarter of a million pressure washers are being recalled after 41 explosions and 32 injuries
TTI Outdoor Power Equipment is recalling about 764,000 power washers in the United States and about 16,000 in Canada. The
More than 852,000 fragrance diffuser covers recalled as magnets may cause ingestion risk
Pura Scents is recalling about 851,400 fragrance diffusers detachable covers in the United States. An additional 1,100 were sold in
Imported cookware may leach lead, FDA warns
It’s a potential health hazard. Imported cookware may leach significant amounts of lead into food. Some types of imported cookware
Nearly 200,000 play kitchens are being recalled after toddler dies in Oregon
About 192,000 children’s play kitchens are voluntarily being recalled by Backyard Kids after one death was reported. Backyard Kids is