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Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, some of it sent to US schools
Read full article: Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, some of it sent to US schoolsA nationwide recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria bacteria has expanded to nearly 12 million pounds.
US agency adopts rule to make it easier for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions
Read full article: US agency adopts rule to make it easier for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptionsThe Federal Trade Commission has adopted a rule that will require businesses to make it easy for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions and memberships.
San Marcos City Council approves incentive agreement for new H-E-B store
Read full article: San Marcos City Council approves incentive agreement for new H-E-B storeThe San Marcos City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve an Economic Development Incentive Agreement with H-E-B, paving the way for a new grocery store in the city.
Social media companies failed to protect children, teens from online dangers, FTC report reveals
Read full article: Social media companies failed to protect children, teens from online dangers, FTC report revealsThe Federal Trade Commission issued a study that showed how social media companies are failing to protect teenagers from targeted advertising and online dangers.
Stock market today: Wall Street rises as tech stocks and oil prices steady themselves
Read full article: Stock market today: Wall Street rises as tech stocks and oil prices steady themselvesU.S. stocks rose following better-than-expected profit reports from Morgan Stanley, United Airlines and other big companies.
What's behind the widening gender wage gap in the US?
Read full article: What's behind the widening gender wage gap in the US?The first widening of the gender wage in 20 years is the latest indication that many women have paid a price for leaving the workforce at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, either because they lost their jobs or because they quit because of caretaking responsibilities.
Protesters demand Kellogg remove artificial colors from Froot Loops and other cereals
Read full article: Protesters demand Kellogg remove artificial colors from Froot Loops and other cerealsDozens of people have rallied outside the Michigan headquarters of WK Kellogg Co. to demand that the company remove artificial dyes from their cereals in the U.S. The maker of Froot Loops and Apple Jacks announced nearly a decade ago that it would remove artificial colors and ingredients from its products by 2018.
Consumer Reports rates smoke alarms during Fire Prevention Week
Read full article: Consumer Reports rates smoke alarms during Fire Prevention WeekThis is Fire Prevention Week, which is a good time to resurface a sobering statistic: Three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms.
Thinking of getting a payday loan? Hereās why that might make it harder to pay off your debt
Read full article: Thinking of getting a payday loan? Hereās why that might make it harder to pay off your debtPayday loans seem like a convenient way to get some extra cash when you need it most before your next check arrives, but that convenience could come at a higher cost than you anticipated.
New vehicle inspection rules in Texas: What drivers can expect in 2025
Read full article: New vehicle inspection rules in Texas: What drivers can expect in 2025Starting in 2025, Texans will no longer need a safety inspection before registering a car for most vehicles, except commercial ones, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
Why panic buying toilet paper wonāt help during the port strike
Read full article: Why panic buying toilet paper wonāt help during the port strikeThe ongoing port strike has prompted some shoppers to start stockpiling toilet paper again. But the strike at the ports has zero impact on the U.S. toilet paper supply, as it's mostly produced domestically or imported by rail or truck from Mexico and Canada.
San Antonio produce distributor hopes port strike is short-lived
Read full article: San Antonio produce distributor hopes port strike is short-livedThe ongoing port strike happening at our nationās East and Gulf coast ports is something many companies and grocery stores are paying close attention to, even though at this time, they are not concerned.
Buc-eeās ranks among top convenience stores in the US, study shows
Read full article: Buc-eeās ranks among top convenience stores in the US, study showsTexas-based Buc-eeās ranked third in a new study that found the best convenience stores in the nation, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index.
A smartwatch for your kid? Some parents are turning to the technology, Consumer Reports says
Read full article: A smartwatch for your kid? Some parents are turning to the technology, Consumer Reports saysMany parents and caregivers face a modern-day technological dilemma: They want to stay connected with their kids but arenāt ready to give them a smartphone. One alternative is a smartwatch designed specifically for kids.
What to do if your personal data is hacked in a data breach
Read full article: What to do if your personal data is hacked in a data breachIt seems thereās always news of another data breach. Whether youāve been a victim or want to proactively protect your personal information, Consumer Reports offers guidance on what you can do before hackers strike.
How to protect your child from the growing threat of identity theft
Read full article: How to protect your child from the growing threat of identity theftChecking a childās credit score or history is not something many parents do, which is why criminals are taking advantage of this and using minorsā information to steal their identities.
What to know about spare tires before an emergency
Read full article: What to know about spare tires before an emergencyA flat tire is always a bummer, but having a spare tire can help get you back on the road quickly. If you have a spare tire, it might not be ready or safe to use when needed. Consumer Reports reveals what you need to know before a tire emergency strikes.
Is your religious leader asking you to buy gift cards out of the blue? Itās more than likely a scam
Read full article: Is your religious leader asking you to buy gift cards out of the blue? Itās more than likely a scamPicture it ā you open your email and find an unexpected message from your religious leader asking you to send gift cards for a worthy cause. If this happens, itās more than likely a scam.
FTC report: Social media, streaming companies engaged in mass surveillance, failed to protect kids
Read full article: FTC report: Social media, streaming companies engaged in mass surveillance, failed to protect kidsA new report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reveals that major social media and video streaming services are collecting and monetizing vast amounts of user data, often without adequate protections, especially for children and teens.
Student loan interest rates reach highest levels since the Great Recession
Read full article: Student loan interest rates reach highest levels since the Great RecessionStudent loan interest rates reached their highest levels since before the Great Recession this summer, which will cost borrowers thousands of dollars more, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
KSAT Q&A: Kurt Daum, senior portfolio manager at Victory Income Investors, discusses how lowering interest rates affects
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Kurt Daum, senior portfolio manager at Victory Income Investors, discusses how lowering interest rates affectsKurt Daum, senior portfolio manager at Victory Income Investors, joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss how it will affect people once the Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates starting Sept. 18.
Recall Roundup: Volkswagen EVs, Bright Builder Kits, Stanley Jr. Garden Sets pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Volkswagen EVs, Bright Builder Kits, Stanley Jr. Garden Sets pulled for safetySeveral popular products are recalled due to serious safety concerns, including Volkswagen electric vehicles, a childrenās fort kit and kidsā garden sets.
Fed to cut interest rates, Home Depot settles overcharges, OpenAIās new model pushes boundaries
Read full article: Fed to cut interest rates, Home Depot settles overcharges, OpenAIās new model pushes boundariesThe Fed is set to cut interest rates, Home Depot pays $2M for overcharging customers, and OpenAI unveils a new AI model that "thinks like a person."
Check your pantry! Lead could be in your cinnamon
Read full article: Check your pantry! Lead could be in your cinnamonA pantry staple found in many of our kitchens may be toxic. Thatās the alarming takeaway from a new Consumer Reports investigation into lead in ground cinnamon. In some cases, tests reveal high lead levels.