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How the proposed Trump administration tariffs could impact your wallet
Read full article: How the proposed Trump administration tariffs could impact your walletA local economist and the National Retail Federation say the Trump administration’s proposed tariff policies on $3 trillion of U.S. imports, which could boost domestic manufacturing and create more jobs, may also raise consumer prices.
How President-elect Trump’s proposed mass deportations could impact economy, your wallet
Read full article: How President-elect Trump’s proposed mass deportations could impact economy, your walletPresident-elect Donald Trump has promised to launch mass deportations as soon as he takes office. While the policy aims to target undocumented people, one local economist says the effects could ripple across the workforce, particularly in industries that rely on migrant labor.
Recall Roundup: Govee Electric Space Heaters, Quad Lock Battery Pack, Baofali Crib Bumpers pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Govee Electric Space Heaters, Quad Lock Battery Pack, Baofali Crib Bumpers pulled for safetySeveral popular products have been recalled due to serious safety concerns, including a Wolf Appliance, battery pack and crib bumpers.
Suscripciones sin trampas: la FTC combate prácticas engañosas
Read full article: Suscripciones sin trampas: la FTC combate prácticas engañosas¿Alguna vez has intentado cancelar una suscripción y terminaste más frustrado que cuando te inscribiste? Eso está a punto de cambiar gracias a una nueva regla aprobada por la Comisión Federal de Comercio de Estados Unidos.
Best shopping deals in November
Read full article: Best shopping deals in NovemberThanksgiving is later this year, which means those big Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are closer to Christmas, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a bargain earlier in the month. Consumer Reports hand-picked some of the best November deals to help you start the holiday shopping season.
Freír un pavo en casa puede ser riesgoso, sigue estos pasos para prevenir incendios
Read full article: Freír un pavo en casa puede ser riesgoso, sigue estos pasos para prevenir incendiosUno de los errores más peligrosos es sumergir el pavo antes de que esté completamente descongelado. Hacerlo rápidamente crea una peligrosa bola de fuego.
Préstamos de día de pago: el riesgo oculto que te puede costar caro
Read full article: Préstamos de día de pago: el riesgo oculto que te puede costar caroCon las fiestas a la vuelta de la esquina, es posible que necesites dinero extra para comprar regalos o planear viajes. Si estás pensando en pedir un préstamo, asegúrate de que un préstamo de día de pago no sea tu primera opción.
Texas eliminará inspecciones de seguridad vehicular para la mayoría de los autos en 2025
Read full article: Texas eliminará inspecciones de seguridad vehicular para la mayoría de los autos en 2025A partir de 2025, los propietarios de vehículos no comerciales en Texas ya no tendrán que realizar inspecciones de seguridad, según el Departamento de Seguridad Pública de Texas (DPS).
Struggling with medical debt? Here’s how a consumer watchdog is taking action to protect patients
Read full article: Struggling with medical debt? Here’s how a consumer watchdog is taking action to protect patientsMedical debt is a growing issue in the US, with many patients stuck paying bills they may not owe. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has taken steps to address these concerns and provide protections for patients facing unfair debt collection practices.
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? Here’s why that might make it harder to pay off your debt
Read full article: Thinking of getting a payday loan? Here’s 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 won’t help during the port strike
Read full article: Why panic buying toilet paper won’t 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 nation’s 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-ee’s ranks among top convenience stores in the US, study shows
Read full article: Buc-ee’s ranks among top convenience stores in the US, study showsTexas-based Buc-ee’s 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 aren’t 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 there’s always news of another data breach. Whether you’ve been a victim or want to proactively protect your personal information, Consumer Reports offers guidance on what you can do before hackers strike.