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BMW recalls 235,500 mini vehicles due to fire hazard

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:20:00 GMT

FRANKFURT (Reuters) - BMW on Monday said it has launched a global recall of 235,500 mini vehicles, a step taken by the German auto maker because electronic circuit boards could overheat and cause a vehicle fire.

Zappos hacked: Information from 24 million users stolen

By Wailin Wong — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:41:00 GMT

Online retailer Zappos.com and its discount affiliate, 6pm.com, disclosed Sunday a data breach that compromised customer account information such as billing addresses and the last four digits of credit card numbers.

Formula linked to 10-day-old's baby death

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:22:13 GMT

Consumer group flags most dangerous toys

By Ros Krasny — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT

BOSTON (Reuters) - A Power Rangers "samurai mega blade" and a Godzilla figure with dagger-like attachments are some of the most dangerous toys lurking in stores this holiday season, according to a consumer watchdog group.

John Deere recalls lawn tractors

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:26:00 GMT

John Deere has recalled more than 20,000 lawn tractors sold at John Deere dealers, Lowe’s and Home Depot stores from October 2010 to September 2011.

All cribs now must pass tough new safety rules

By Patricia Callahan , Tribune reporter — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:38:00 GMT

As of Tuesday, law forbids selling older models — even used — that don't meet stringent regulations

Starting Tuesday, it will be illegal in the U.S. to sell or even donate a crib that fails to meet the toughest crib safety rules in the world.

Loose standards for window blinds lead to strangulation risk for children

By Ellen Gabler , Tribune reporter — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 22:25:00 GMT

The window blind industry isn't doing enough to eliminate the risk of strangulation for children, regulators and safety advocates say

Brandyn Coppedge was alone in the living room for only a few minutes while his brother Rogan, 21, went into the bathroom. When Rogan returned, 3-year-old Brandyn was hanging from a cord on the window blinds.

Are these items really expired?

By Alexia Elejalde-Ruiz , Tribune Newspapers — Wed, 25 May 2011 20:25:00 GMT

Expiration dates offer guidance, but passing the limit doesn't always translate to danger

There are telltale signs that a product has gone bad. Moldy bread. Clumpy milk. The layer of fur blanketing the cream cheese. But what about the toothpaste sitting in your pantry for years after a zealous bulk purchase? Or those condoms waiting optimistically in your nightstand for longer than you wish you recall?

Drug-resistant Staph found in grocery store meat

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:07:00 GMT

The meat is still safe to eat but consumers should take precautions especially in handling and cooking. VIDEO: Watch Chris Wolfe's report

PHOENIX, AZ. (KTLA) -- A new study on meat and poultry sold in grocery stores has revealed that Staphylococcus aureus is present in much of what is sold, with .

Jennie-O launches turkey recall after salmonella poisoning in California

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 22:27:00 GMT

WILLAMAR, MINN (KTLA) -- Jennie-O Turkey store announced a recall of nearly 50,000 pounds of turkey meat Saturday after 12 people, including some in California, were diagnosed with salmonella poisoning.

Agency fails to probe deaths linked to popular baby product

By Ellen Gabler , Tribune reporter — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 02:03:00 GMT

Yet same regulators are trying to decide if crib bumpers pose a suffocation risk

The nanny checked on Madison Morr twice during her afternoon nap. The second time, Madison's skin was blue — her face was pressed against the bumper pad that lined the inside of her crib.

New rules issued on child car seats

By Patricia Callahan, Tribune reporter — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Doctors say children should use rear-facing restraints until age 2

The nation's largest organization of pediatricians is telling its members and parents that children riding in cars should remain in rear-facing child safety seats until at least their second birthday and preferably even longer.

Hospital's discovery leads to national recall of alcohol wipes

Kim Posey — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:24:00 GMT

AURORA, Colo. -- A medical team at Children’s Hospital in Aurora made a major discovery that has prompted a massive recall of some alcohol wipes. And it could affect you at home.