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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 7h
Today at 1pm ET: Tune in to the National Day of Action against online scams, with Consumer Reports and the United to Stop Online Scams coalition. Tune in live at the link below ⬇️ www.youtube.com/live/_eOwl5u6j2g
National Day of Action on September 30, 2026, addressing AI and tech-enabled frauds with a virtual webinar at 1pm ET and events across US cities.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 28/09/2026
Consumer Reports warns Puget Sound Energy rate proposal could add over $600 a year to typical electric bill “A rate increase is more than numbers in a regulatory filing. For consumers, it’s $50 missing from the household budget every month,” says CR's Sara Enright.
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Consumer Reports warns Puget Sound Energy rate proposal could add over $600 a year to typical electric bill
CR urges Washington regulators to reject excessive costs and put household affordability ahead of higher shareholder returns Olympia, Washington — Consumer Reports launched a campaign…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 28/09/2026
Fake ads. Fake storefronts. AI-cloned voices of people you know. Americans lose an estimated $148.2B a year to online scams. Consumers shouldn't have to be the last line of defense. Join us Sept. 30 for a National Day of Action. Live at 1PM ET. action.consumerreports.org/20260925…
National Day of Action on September 30, 2026, addressing AI and tech-enabled frauds with a virtual webinar at 1pm ET and events across US cities.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 25/09/2026
100,000 Consumers Say: FDA, Cut the Chemicals100,000 Consumers Say: FDA, Cut the Chemicals
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 25/09/2026
Red Dye 40. Titanium dioxide. Our recent investigation found concerning levels of these chemical additives in some popular snack foods. This week we delivered over 100,000 of your signatures to the FDA calling on the agency to limit dangerous additives and dyes in our food. Let's cut the chemicals!
100,000 Consumers Say: FDA, Cut the Chemicals100,000 Consumers Say: FDA, Cut the Chemicals
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 25/09/2026
Consumer Reports launches media campaign in North Carolina to fight Duke Energy rate hikes “This is designed to cut through the noise and elevate the voices of everyday North Carolinians who are frustrated with excessive increases of their electricity bills," says CR's Sara Enright.
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Consumer Reports launches media campaign in North Carolina to fight Duke Energy rate hikes
Raleigh, North Carolina – Consumer Reports today announced the launch of a media campaign urging the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) to reject Duke Energy’s…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 24/09/2026
“Parents should not have to be product safety experts to avoid dangerous products when shopping, including on secondhand platforms." —Oriene Shin, manager of safety advocacy for Consumer Reports
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Banned, Unsafe Baby Products Still for Sale on Popular Secondhand Marketplaces, Consumer Reports Evaluation Finds
While some corporate policies are strong, all four platforms—Craigslist, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and Mercari—received Consumer Reports’ lowest rating for catching listings of unsafe or banned…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 23/09/2026
Just hand-delivered 100K of your petition signatures to the FDA, saying cut the chemicals from our food! 🙌 Read the Consumer Reports and Yuka investigation here: www.consumerreports.org/health/food…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 23/09/2026
#Recall: Check your freezer for Bettergoods Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine. If you have it, return it for a refund or throw it away. Here’s what to know about the recall.
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Fettuccine Alfredo Sold at Walmart Recalled Nationwide Due to Risk of Listeria - Consumer Reports
Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine sold at Walmart was recalled after testing positive for listeria.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 23/09/2026
We just hand-delivered 100K of your signatures to the FDA. Thanks to everyone who took action and signed our petition! We'll keep you updated on how the FDA responds. www.consumerreports.org/health/food…
Various popular snack foods including Takis, Cheetos Flamin' Hot, Hostess Donettes, Gwaltney Great Dogs, Kool-Aid, Ocean Spray juice, oatmeal creme pies, Jell-O chocolate fudge, and Gushers displayed under a call to action for the FDA to reduce chemicals in food.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 23/09/2026
Secondhand baby gear can be a great way to save money, but our investigation found some serious safety gaps. We found recalled, restricted, and banned baby products listed on major resale platforms. Here’s what parents should know.
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Popular Sites for Used Baby Gear Continue to Carry Banned and Recalled Items - Consumer Reports
CR found banned or recalled children's products for sale on eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Mercari, and Craigslist. Here's how to avoid common dangers.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 22/09/2026
What is ‘regenerative agriculture’ and can it improve our food quality? Health editor Kevin Loria soil health school to learn what a more sustainable way to grow crops and raise animals looks like.
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'Medicine to the Land': How Regenerative Agriculture Might Help Avert Disaster - Consumer Reports
As a concept, regenerative farming describes a better way of growing food. But seeing the term on a label is no guarantee.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 21/09/2026
Consumer Reports supports a Seattle bill to ban personalized pricing, the Fair Pricing and Transparency Act. Learn more ⬇️
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Consumer Reports supports Seattle bill to ban personalized pricing, the Fair Pricing and Transparency Act
On September 21st, Consumer Reports submitted testimony to the Seattle City Council regarding the Fair Pricing and Transparency Act (CB 121267), a bill aimed at…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 18/09/2026
9/18/26 Update: Target wrote after publication that “the safety of our guests is our top priority”.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 18/09/2026
Recall: Ford recalls 220K F-150 pickups from 2023-2027 model years b/c their fuel tanks may not have been attached properly. They could leak fuel or detach, potentially causing a fire. Sign up for CR's Recall Tracker www.consumerreports.org/mycr/benefi…
White Ford F-150 pickup truck shown with recall warning about potential fuel tank leaks or detachment issues.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 18/09/2026
Consumer Reports’ new tests found harmful contaminants in some baby foods. We need strict safety standards to get heavy metals and microplastics out of baby food. Tell Congress to take action now: actnow.consumerreports.org/lp/o7011…
Tell Congress: Make Baby Food Safer. Pass strong protections from toxic contaminants. Take Action.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 17/09/2026
It's Baby Safety Month. Have a question about baby or child safety? Join our Reddit AMA to ask CR experts and Dr. Ari Brown, MD, pediatrician and spokesperson for The American Academy of Pediatrics. www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comments/1wiy…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 17/09/2026
Consumer Reports’ tests of 48 baby foods found 96% had heavy metal levels safely below our scientists' level of concern. However, we did find phthalates and microplastics in the majority of products tested. See what we found and ways to lower your baby’s exposure:
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We Tested 48 Baby Foods for Heavy Metals and Microplastics - Consumer Reports
Many baby foods from Gerber, Happy Baby, and more had low levels of heavy metals. But we also found phthalates and microplastics, which is concerning.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 16/09/2026
Next week we’re going to FDA headquarters in College Park, MD to show the agency the massive consumer support for getting dangerous chemicals and additives out of our food. Help us hit 100k! Sign our petition at the link below: action.consumerreports.org/sm-20260609-...
Tell FDA: Limit Dangerous Additives in Our Food. Take Action. Consumer Reports and Yuka logos.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 16/09/2026
Your personal data can influence everything from the ads you see to the prices you pay. But do companies actually give you access to that data when you ask? Our yearlong investigation found many fell short even in states where the law requires it. See what we uncovered below. ⬇️
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Companies Make It Hard to Access Your Personal Data Under State Privacy Laws, CR Finds - Consumer Reports
One-quarter of companies and a third of data brokers failed to fulfill personal data requests under state privacy laws.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 15/09/2026
The state’s attorney general accuses the company of consumer fraud for selling hair relaxers without disclosing their health risks. Learn more below. ⬇️
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Arizona Is Suing L’Oréal Over Cancer-Causing Ingredients in Hair Relaxers - Consumer Reports
The attorney general's new lawsuit alleges that L'Oréal put profits over safety with hair relaxers like Dark & Lovely, Optimum, and Mizani.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 10/09/2026
Consumer Reports is urging Michigan regulators to reject substantial new electric rate increases requested by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. “Michigan families cannot keep absorbing rate hike after rate hike,” said Sara Enright, senior director of safety and sustainability at CR.
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Consumer Reports urges Michigan regulators to reject DTE Energy and Consumers Energy rate hikes
Proposals could increase typical household electric bills by roughly $155 to $180 per year as utilities seek higher profit rates Lansing, Mich. — Consumer Reports…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 10/09/2026
#Recall: Jeep is recalling 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee 4XE SUVs because incorrectly installed rear coil springs may detach while driving. Suspension parts that come loose and fall onto the road can create a hazard and cause a crash.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Recalled Because Rear Suspension May Detach While Driving - Consumer Reports
Jeep is recalling 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee L, 2022-2023 Grand Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee 4XE SUVs because rear coil springs may detach while driving.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 09/09/2026
Demand for RAM is upending consumer costs for everything from streaming sticks to laptops, TVs, and autos. Here's how to spend less during the crunch. ⬇️
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Why Are Prices for Cars and Tech Suddenly Spiking? Blame AI Data Centers. - Consumer Reports
AI demand for RAM is driving up the cost of laptops, TVs, and cars. Consumer Reports tells you how to spend less during the crunch.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 09/09/2026
These are important car safety recalls from August that you should know about. Sign up for our Car Recall Tracker to get alerts sent directly to your inbox: www.consumerreports.org/mycr/benefi…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 08/09/2026
Here's our latest coverage of squishy toys and how regulators are addressing them:
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Counterfeit Squishies ‘May Pose Serious Risk,’ CPSC Warns - Consumer Reports
The federal agency also warned consumers to never heat a squishy toy or leave it in a car.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 08/09/2026
In addition, the @cpsc.gov is warning consumers to stop using Ivyapingdianpu’s Squishy Bun Toys immediately due to risk of serious injury or death from water bead ingestion. The toy violates the mandatory safety standard for toys containing water beads.
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CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Ivyapingdianpu’s Squishy Bun Toys Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Water Bead Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Water Beads
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 08/09/2026
#Recall: OKK Trading recalls Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys due to risk of serious injury or death from water bead ingestion. The toys violate the mandatory safety standard because the water beads inside the dumplings expand larger than permitted.
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OKK Trading Recalls Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Water Bead Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys
Consumers should stop using the squishy dumpling toys immediately and contact OKK Trading for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write “RECALLED” in permanent marker on the squeezy dumpling and...
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 08/09/2026
The @cpsc.gov recently recalled some, so check your kids' playrooms: #Recall: GIHNJSI Squeezy Dumplings toys recalled due to serious ingestion, choking and obstruction hazards
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GIHNJSI Squeezy Dumplings Toys Recalled Due to Serious Ingestion, Choking and Obstruction Hazards; Sold on Amazon by Chenyuanhui
Consumers should stop using the Squeezy Dumplings toys immediately and contact Chenyuanhui for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write “RECALLED” in permanent marker on the Squeezy Dumpling an...
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 08/09/2026
After years of advocacy from Consumer Reports and other safety advocates, many dangerous water bead toys have been taken off the market. But they still sometimes show up inside popular "squishies," where they can cause damage if the toys break open. 🧵
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 08/09/2026
Hi there. Consumer Reports began reporting on smart TV data collection back in 2015. Here is our guide to turning off smart TV snooping features. We're updating this article within the next few weeks.
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How to Turn Off Smart TV Snooping Features - Consumer Reports
TVs collect a huge amount of data. Here's how to use privacy settings to limit the surveillance on TVs from LG, Samsung, TCL, and every other big brand.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 03/09/2026
Kids’ artwork piling up? We called in the queen of tidying up herself, Marie Kondo, for help. Here’s her advice on what to do with all those masterpieces.
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Even Marie Kondo Isn’t Sure What to do With Piles of Kids’ Artwork
My children’s projects are taking over my home. I love each piece, but something’s gotta give. I asked the queen of tidying up for advice.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 02/09/2026
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Consumer Reports applauds Delaware Governor for signing key privacy bill into law - CR Advocacy
Delaware privacy law will more strictly regulate the sale of sensitive personal data, among numerous other consumer-friendly amendments to the state’s existing privacy law. Wilmington,…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 02/09/2026
Consumer Reports senior policy analyst Matt Schwartz joined the signing of Delaware's HB 380 with Governor Matt Meyer and Rep. Krista Griffith. This important privacy law will create stronger default protections for DE consumers' sensitive personal data, among many other improvements.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 01/09/2026
Live in California? Join Consumer Reports in urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign diaper transparency bill #AB1901 into law. Parents shouldn't have to guess what's in their babies' diapers. Send a message at the link below:
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Gov. Newsom: Parents Want Diaper Transparency
CA: Parents deserve to know what’s in the diapers their babies wear every day. Tell Gov. Newsom to sign the diaper ingredient transparency bill and give families the information they need to make safe choices.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 31/08/2026
The California Legislature recently approved #AB1542, co-sponsored by Consumer Reports, which would ban the sale of sensitive consumer data. We urge Governor Gavin Newsom to sign it into law.
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Consumer Reports backs California bill banning the sale of sensitive consumer data
Sacramento, California – The California Legislature recently approved Assembly Bill 1542, co-sponsored by Consumer Reports, which would amend the California Consumer Privacy Act to prohibit…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 28/08/2026
#Recall: Several Britax B-Safe infant car seats and Britax Endeavours infant car seats are being recalled because the carry handle can detach, causing a fall hazard. Click the link below for more information about the recall:
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Britax Recalls More Than 114,000 Infant Car Seats for Carry Handle Defect - Consumer Reports
Britax recalls certain B-Safe and Endeavours infant car seats for a carry handle defect.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 28/08/2026
Join us in calling on parent company General Mills to reduce exposure to risky plastic chemicals across Annie's and all their brands. Click the link below to sign the petition now and hold them accountable: action.consumerreports.org/sm-20260…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 27/08/2026
Diaper ingredient transparency bill #AB1901 passes #CALeg. Consumer Reports urges Governor Gavin Newsom to sign without delay. “Parents shouldn’t have to be detectives to understand what’s in a product their baby wears every single day,” said Oriene Shin, Safety Advocacy Manager at CR.
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Diaper Ingredient Transparency Bill Passes CA Legislature, Consumer Reports Urges Gov. Newsom to Sign Without Delay
SACRAMENTO, CA — The California Assembly today approved the final version of CA’s diaper ingredient transparency bill, AB 1901, after passing the Senate yesterday 38-0…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 27/08/2026
"Consumers deserve a marketplace where prices are based on competition — not on how much companies know about their personal information and buying habits." Phil Radford, president and CEO of Consumer Reports, breaks down surveillance pricing and why CR supports #AB2564 in San Francisco Chronicle:
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How companies are using AI ‘personalization’ to rip you off
OPINION: Companies are using your personal data, including your income, your location and your search history, to determine what price to charge you, Phil Radford writes.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 27/08/2026
CR's latest tests found concerning levels of phthalates in Annie's Cheddar Bunnies, after a previous investigation found high levels in its Cheesy Organic Ravioli. Sign our petition to parent company General Mills: action.consumerreports.org/sm-20260…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 26/08/2026
Last year, CR community members raised concerns about kids’ snacks. We heard you and put 21 snacks to the test. Join us on Thursday, 8/27 at 12pm ET to learn about what we found and how to take action. RSVP now: action.consumerreports.org/member_b…
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 26/08/2026
What’s really in your kid’s favorite snacks? 🔎 Consumer Reports tested 21 popular kids’ snacks. We discovered some options parents may want to limit, and some options that are lower in harmful chemicals than others. Read our full investigation at the link below.
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We Found Harmful Contaminants in Most of the Kids' Snacks We Tested, but Some Better Options, Too - Consumer Reports
We tested 21 popular kids' snacks and discovered some options parents may want to limit, and some options that are lower in harmful chemicals than others.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 25/08/2026
Consumer Reports identified dozens of complaints linking popular, name-brand squishy toys to chemical burns, skin irritation, and strong chemical odors. We’ve shared our findings with the CPSC and are urging the agency to investigate the entire product category. Here’s what parents need to know.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 24/08/2026
Three products sold under the Everything Sprouts and Calco brands have been recalled after being linked to 55 E. coli and salmonella illnesses across 15 states. See the full list of recalled products at the link below. ⬇️
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Alfalfa Sprouts From Everything Sprouts Linked to an E. Coli and Salmonella Outbreak - Consumer Reports
Alfalfa sprouts have been linked to an E. coli and salmonella outbreak. Here's how to stay safe.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 24/08/2026
The FTC wants retailers and other businesses to disclose when prices or discounts are personalized to individual customers, including what personal data was used. But the proposal stops short of banning the practice altogether. Here’s what that could mean for consumers. ⬇️
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Is That Price Personalized? The FTC Says Companies Should Have to Tell You. - Consumer Reports
FTC says companies have to disclose personalized pricing and surveillance pricing
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 24/08/2026
You're right, e-scooters can vary significantly in how sturdy they feel. There's a brand new ASTM standard for commercial rental scooters, and we think it'll help make sure all the rental scooters provide a minimum level of safety protection: www.astm.org/news/new-sta...
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New Standard for Electric-Powered Scooters | ASTM
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Lauren Kirchner @lkirchner.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Consumer Reports tested 13 e-scooters to rate and review. But because of the frequency of injuries being reported - including injuries sustained by the CR testers themselves in this process - CR is not recommending ANY. www.consumerreports.org/cars/electri...
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We Tested 13 Electric Scooters. We Don’t Recommend Any. - Consumer Reports
CR doesn't recommend e-scooters because of their high speeds and rising injury rates. Two of CR's testers sustained injuries while evaluating e-scooters, too.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 21/08/2026
"It is encouraging to see the FTC tackle this bipartisan issue...Ultimately though, it should not be consumers' responsibility to read detailed disclosures on each item while shopping online to avoid being hit with a higher price," CR's Grace Gedye said in a statement to CBS News.
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FTC says "personalized pricing" based on consumer data could violate the law
The FTC warned businesses against changing prices based on their analysis of a customer's personal data, which could violate consumer law.
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paris martineau @paris.nyc · 21/08/2026
do you have questions about food safety? @consumerreports.org has answers! my colleagues and i are doing a Reddit AMA at 1pm to answer your burning questions about contamination in food and other everyday products www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/s/CTB...
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