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consumer

Coolers Causing Injuries: What You Need to Know

February 14, 2025

Igloo Products Corp. has a big problem on their hands. They're recalling over a million rolling coolers. The issue? The tow handle can pinch fingertips, leading to serious injuries. We're talking amputations, lacerations, and bone fractures. The company is working with the U. S. Consumer Product Saf

politics

Elon Musk's Power Play: Shutting Down the Consumer Watchdog?

February 13, 2025

Imagine this: a powerful regulator, created to protect everyday folks from financial tricks, suddenly gets shut down. That's what happened to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). It was set up after the big financial crisis in 2008. The CFPB was supposed to be a shield against unfair pra

business

Love's Big Spend in Minnesota

February 13, 2025

Valentine's Day is coming up, and Minnesotans are ready to show their love with their wallets. This year, the average person in Minnesota plans to spend around 185 dollars on their special someone. That's a lot of cash! But it's not just about romantic love. People are also treating themselves or bu

technology

Apple's Foray Into Robotics: A Glimpse into the Future

February 12, 2025

Imagine robots as part of everyday life, interacting with us just like an iPhone does today. This isn’t just a dream. Apple, the tech giant from Cupertino, California, is reportedly diving into the world of robotics for consumer use. Not a surprise, given the rapid advancements in artificial intell

entertainment

Celebrity Versus Ads: Who Really Wins

February 11, 2025

The Super Bowl LVIII broadcast had a record number of celebrity-studded ads, with a whopping 57 out of 94 product ads featuring famous faces. This is a 22% jump from the previous year. A-listers were paid big bucks, in the $3-$5 million range, for their appearances. But, did these celebrities help t

finance

The Shocking Shutdown of a Consumer Guardian

February 10, 2025

Imagine, you've found your dream retirement home. It's a cozy place. Cool ocean breezes at night. You can see yourself relaxing in it. Just one day before you close the deal, the bank hits you with a surprising fee. You didn't see it coming. You couldn't find it anywhere in the paperwork. Sound unf

politics

Closures and Suspensions: The workforce units shut down unexpectedly.

February 10, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been abruptly shut down. The directive was sent from Vought. It said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau must cease nearly all of its work. It was created all the way back in 2010 when overtures from Obama and a disenfranchised public sparked the

politics

Big Bucks Be Gone: Billionaire's Play for Consumer Watchdog

February 9, 2025

Imagine this: a billionaire with a big plan, a consumer agency that put cash back in people's pockets, and a political move that could put the squeeze on everyday Americans. This is what happened when a major figure in tech made a bold statement about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB),

politics

Power Shifts at Consumer Watchdog Agency

February 9, 2025

In a surprising move, Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought is now the acting head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This change happens after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's short stint, who was accused of halting work at the bureau. Democrats had pushed back

technology

Apple's Lamp Robot: Lessons from Pixar!

February 9, 2025

Apple has been busy with some cool stuff in robotics. They've been digging into how robots can talk to humans better. They think that small movements and expressive actions are key to this. So, they looked at the Pixar Lamp, Luxo Jr, which has been around since 1985. It's a simple lamp, but it's got