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RECALL ROUNDUP: Hobby Lobby toys pulled for choking risks, Hyena bicycles could break
Read full article: RECALL ROUNDUP: Hobby Lobby toys pulled for choking risks, Hyena bicycles could breakHobby Lobby plush toys, Yetonmar teething toys and Academy Sports and Outdoors rocker chairs are all being pulled because they might be dangerous, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Saks to close most OFF 5th and Last Call locations, including stores in San Antonio and San Marcos
Read full article: Saks to close most OFF 5th and Last Call locations, including stores in San Antonio and San MarcosSaks OFF 5th at San Antonio’s The Rim will close Saturday following a bankruptcy filing from its parent company, Saks Global, earlier this month.
Cybersecurity experts warn of rising ghost tapping scam targeting credit cards, digital wallets
Read full article: Cybersecurity experts warn of rising ghost tapping scam targeting credit cards, digital walletsTap-to-pay credit cards and digital wallets have made everyday purchases faster and more convenient, but cybersecurity experts warn that criminals are also exploiting the technology through a rapidly growing scam known as “ghost tapping.”
Certain Gerber biscuits recalled for potentially containing plastic, FDA says
Read full article: Certain Gerber biscuits recalled for potentially containing plastic, FDA saysA popular baby food company is voluntarily recalling certain batches of biscuits due to a potential presence of soft plastic or paper pieces.
RECALL ROUNDUP: Johnson Health Tech treadmills pulled for fire risks, Academy rocker chairs could break
Read full article: RECALL ROUNDUP: Johnson Health Tech treadmills pulled for fire risks, Academy rocker chairs could breakCertain products are being voluntarily recalled for potential safety risks, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Cheese products recall due to possible Listeria contamination upgraded to highest risk by FDA
Read full article: Cheese products recall due to possible Listeria contamination upgraded to highest risk by FDAAround 11,530 products from The Ambriola company, under names such as Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark, are being pulled from several states, including Texas.
Financial expert shares how to set a ‘financial reset’ budget plan for year ahead
Read full article: Financial expert shares how to set a ‘financial reset’ budget plan for year aheadAfter the holidays, many people are entering the new year with a familiar sense of financial stress — credit card balances to pay down, “buy now, pay later” installments to manage and budgets that may feel stretched thin. Financial experts at NerdWallet say the start of the year is a good time for what they call a “financial reset” — a chance to get organized and make a plan for the rest of the year.
More than 11,000 cheese products recalled due to possible Listeria contamination
Read full article: More than 11,000 cheese products recalled due to possible Listeria contaminationAround 11,530 products from The Ambriola company, under names such as Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark, are being pulled from several states, including Texas.
More than 74,000 child car seats recalled over ‘shifting recline position,’ NHTSA says
Read full article: More than 74,000 child car seats recalled over ‘shifting recline position,’ NHTSA saysAround 74,710 of Evenflo’s All4One child seats in Aries black are being recalled because they may not maintain the proper recline position and may not adequately secure a child in a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
More than 27,000 Volkswagen vehicles recalled due to child seat security failure
Read full article: More than 27,000 Volkswagen vehicles recalled due to child seat security failureSeveral automakers are recalling certain models because they could pose potential safety hazards, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Social Security recipients will see a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, an average of $56 per month
Read full article: Social Security recipients will see a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, an average of $56 per monthStarting this month, the Social Security Administration’s annual cost-of-living adjustment will go up by 2.8%, translating to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month.
Financial experts advise tackling holiday debt early as new year begins
Read full article: Financial experts advise tackling holiday debt early as new year beginsA recent survey from LendingTree found that 37% of Americans accumulated holiday debt, with respondents averaging about $1,223 in additional spending
Anxiety surrounds health care amid changes, increased cost in new year
Read full article: Anxiety surrounds health care amid changes, increased cost in new yearNearly half of Americans said they’re worried they won’t be able to afford necessary health care this year, according to a recent West Health-Gallup survey.
More than 272,000 Ford vehicles recalled for potential parking brake failure
Read full article: More than 272,000 Ford vehicles recalled for potential parking brake failureSeveral automakers are recalling certain models because they may pose a potential safety risk to owners, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Seventh Barnes & Noble in San Antonio set to open on Northwest Side, state filing says
Read full article: Seventh Barnes & Noble in San Antonio set to open on Northwest Side, state filing saysBarnes & Noble will open its seventh San Antonio location in summer 2026 in a Northwest Side shopping center already seeing growth.
17 San Antonio-area retailers affected by nationwide frozen dessert recall
Read full article: 17 San Antonio-area retailers affected by nationwide frozen dessert recallAt least 17 San Antonio-area retailers are affected by a nationwide frozen dessert recall due to concerns of small stones or other hard objects present in the product.
H-E-B Meal Simple Red Lentil Dal Soup recalled due to undeclared milk
Read full article: H-E-B Meal Simple Red Lentil Dal Soup recalled due to undeclared milkThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of Red Lentil Dal Soup sold at H-E-B stores due to undeclared milk, according to a Wednesday news release.
US credit card debt rising slower before Christmas this year compared to 2024, Fed data shows
Read full article: US credit card debt rising slower before Christmas this year compared to 2024, Fed data showsNew Federal Reserve data shows Americans are adding to their credit card balances, though not as fast as last year. “That might sound like a lot, but it’s actually about 48% smaller than the increase in Q3 last year,” said John Kiernan, WalletHub’s managing editor.
Consumer Reports investigation: Instacart’s AI-enabled pricing experiments may be inflating your grocery bill
Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation: Instacart’s AI-enabled pricing experiments may be inflating your grocery billA new Consumer Reports investigation found that Instacart has been running AI-assisted pricing experiments across several major grocery chains, and in some cases, the discrepancies were significant.
Certain frozen pet food recalled due to possible plastic contamination
Read full article: Certain frozen pet food recalled due to possible plastic contaminationCertain pet food is being recalled in 14 states, including Texas, because it could contain plastic, according to a news release from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Avoid sneaky subscription fees in technology gifts this holiday season with these tips
Read full article: Avoid sneaky subscription fees in technology gifts this holiday season with these tipsBefore you surprise someone with the newest smart device or trendy gadget this holiday season, remember that many of today’s hottest tech gifts come with ongoing subscription fees.
RECALL ROUNDUP: Crayola building cubes, Hydrojug sports tumblers + writing tablets pulled for safety
Read full article: RECALL ROUNDUP: Crayola building cubes, Hydrojug sports tumblers + writing tablets pulled for safetySeveral popular brands, from electronics to children’s amenities, are recalling certain products because they could pose a potential safety risk.
Bath & Body Works’ Candle Day starts tonight. Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Bath & Body Works’ Candle Day starts tonight. Here’s what you need to knowStarting online at 9 p.m. CST on Thursday and in stores at 6 a.m. CST on Friday, fans can get a range of candles from new exclusives to old favorites.
More than 260,000 shredded cheese bags recalled for potentially containing metal fragments, FDA reports
Read full article: More than 260,000 shredded cheese bags recalled for potentially containing metal fragments, FDA reportsMore than 260,000 bags of shredded cheese are being recalled because they may contain metal fragments, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
More than 82,000 tires recalled for lengthy identification number, NHTSA says
Read full article: More than 82,000 tires recalled for lengthy identification number, NHTSA saysCertain tires are being voluntarily recalled because they could pose a potential safety risk, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
More than 41,000 Nissan vehicles recalled for windshield bubbles, NHTSA says
Read full article: More than 41,000 Nissan vehicles recalled for windshield bubbles, NHTSA saysNissan, Hyundai and International Motors (IM) are voluntarily pulling some vehicles because they could pose a hazard to consumers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Holiday shopping season sees record spending predictions, but individual budgets may tighten
Read full article: Holiday shopping season sees record spending predictions, but individual budgets may tightenThe National Retail Federation expects Americans to break a record this holiday season, projecting shoppers to spend more than $1 trillion.
Waymo self-driving cars will soon go fully autonomous in San Antonio, company says
Read full article: Waymo self-driving cars will soon go fully autonomous in San Antonio, company saysWaymo vehicles will soon operate fully autonomously in San Antonio and other cities in the United States, according to a statement from a tech company.