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Arrows recalled

This recall involves Easton Axis arrows in four different sizes and batch numbers. More>>

Baby bath seats recalled due to drowning hazard

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Thousands of baby bath seats recalled because of a drowning hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the seats do not meet federal safety requirements, including the requirements for stability. More>>

Kolcraft recalls strollers due to wheel blowouts

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Kolcraft is recalling more than 96,000 Jeep Liberty strollers after at least 18 people were injured by tire blowouts, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.  More>>

Best Buy recalls batteries due to fire risk

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Best Buy is recalling 5,100 replacement batteries for the MacBook Pro due to a fire risk. More>>

Chrysler agrees to recall of Jeeps at risk of fire

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Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire.  More>>

Consumer Reports: Great easy-to-install flooring

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Home sales are up substantially in the past few months. If you're thinking about putting your house on the market, one way to spiff up a room is by redoing the floor. More>>

Starbucks pushes new food items to energize sales

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Starbucks wants coffee fans to think of it as a spot to grab lunch or late afternoon bite - not just a place to get a cup of morning joe. More>>

Fire danger prompts General Motors to recall nearly 194,000 vehicles

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General Motors is recalling more than 193,652 SUVs from the 2006 and 2007 model years because a circuit board in the driver's door could short and cause a fire. More>>

RECALL: Nap Nanny and Nap Nanny Chill infant recliners and covers

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WASHINGTON, D.C.--In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Baby Matters LLC of Berwyn, Pa., is announcing a voluntary recall of all models of its Nap Nanny and Nap Nanny More>>

Tennessee seniors warned about potential phone scam

Officials are warning Tennessee's seniors about a scam involving recorded phone calls promising free or low cost personal emergency or medical alert systems. More>>

Consumer Reports: #1 frying pan

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Consumer Reports puts nonstick pans through all kinds of tests. Testers check whether eggs will stick when you fry them. More>>

Honda recalling 18,000 vehicles to fix brakes

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Honda is recalling more than 18,000 cars in the U.S. to fix problems with the brakes. More>>

Chrysler recalls 6,900 heavy-duty trucks

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Chrysler Group is recalling 6,900 heavy-duty Ram pickup trucks from the 2012 model year because part of the front axle could fracture and cause them to lose power. More>>

Overdraft fees piling up for consumers

Bank customers rack up hundreds of dollars in overdraft fees a year. More>>

Comcast's new X2 platform saves TV shows online

Worried about filling up your DVR? The nation's largest cable TV provider, Comcast Corp., is rolling out a new TV platform that does away with the hard drive and saves your TV shows online. More>>

US investigates Honda minivans for air bag trouble

U.S. safety regulators are trying to figure out if Honda needs to recall some older Odyssey minivans because the air bags can inflate without a crash. More>>

How to start saving for retirement

Much of the investment and financial advice out there is designed for people who've already started saving and investing for the future. What we hope to do here, then, is outline some strategies for starting the process. More>>

Lululemon returns yoga pants to store shelves after fixing sheer fabric problem

Lululemon says it is starting to get its Luon yoga pants, which were pulled in March for being too sheer, back into its stores. More>>

U.S. safety agency may expand General Motors air bag recall

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U.S. safety regulators are checking to see if more General Motors cars should be recalled because the air bags won't inflate. More>>

Wal-Mart aims to address problems in produce

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc., which is struggling to keep its produce aisles fresh, is announcing steps to improve the quality of its fresh fruits and vegetables. More>>

Beat the heat: Consumer Reports ice cream tests

If ice cream and frozen yogurt choices seem endless, have no fear. Consumer Reports has the scoop on what to keep stocked in your freezer. More>>

Government investigates Ford F-150 trucks

The federal government is investigating Ford F-150 pickups with EcoBoost engines after drivers reported that the engines lost power during acceleration. More>>

Take a family vacation without breaking the bank

Planning to get away this summer? We have some tips to save you money. More>>

What's on a consumer credit report?

While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system. More>>

Cheap car or ugly car: Which would you pick?

Would you rather get a good deal on a new car that's built on a seven-year-old design, or would you prefer to wait for the sparkly, contemporary version, which should age a bit slower? More>>

'Nonsmoking' hotel rooms may not fully protect guests

People who opt for nonsmoking rooms in hotels with a partial smoking ban are not fully protected from harmful exposure to so-called "thirdhand" smoke, according to a new study. More>>

Materials in some household products tied to lung damage

Ihaling ultrafine particles from so-called "nanomaterials" can cause lung inflammation and damage, a team of U.S. scientists says. More>>

Feds probe 3 Chrysler models for engine stalling

DETROIT (AP) - U.S. auto safety regulators are investigating complaints that the engines in three Chrysler models can stall without warning. The probe covers more than 192,000 Chrysler 300C luxury More>>

Target Recalls Giada De Laurentiis Lasagna Pan Due to Laceration Hazard

Target's recall involves Giada De Laurentiis-branded ceramic lasagna pans. The cream-colored pans are 9 by13 inches in size and they were sold individually and as part of a six-piece set. More>>

The IRS may be snooping through Facebook and Twitter to nab tax evaders

Not every tax payer will get flagged and audited. But if you do, here's one piece of advice: Your social network activity better back up what you've submitted to the IRS or else you could be in a world of financial hurt. More>>

5 smart ways to use your tax return

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If you don't have a plan for the money when that refund check comes, consider these five options for letting the savings you accumulated last year bring you greater financial security and peace of mind in the years to come. More>>

How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft

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Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work. More>>

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