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crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Multiple Credit Card Skimmers Uncovered at Giant Eagle Stores Across Ohio"

Giant Eagle has notified customers of a data breach after discovering five credit card skimmers at various Ohio store locations, including two in Columbus. The skimmers, found between November 3 and 9, 2023, could have compromised the credit card information of customers who used the magnetic swipe on PIN pads. The company has since inspected all PIN pads, removed the skimmers, retrained staff, and advised potentially affected customers to monitor their accounts for fraud. The Better Business Bureau provides tips to avoid skimmer scams, and all relevant financial institutions have been alerted.

via ABC6OnYourSide.com|
##consumersafety#creditcardskimmers
consumer-safety2 years ago

"Key Recalls of 2023: From Hazardous Goods to Meat and Poultry"

In 2023, several potentially dangerous products were recalled due to risks of injury or death, particularly for children. Recalled items included infant sleep products like baby loungers and Rock 'n Play Sleepers, magnetic ball sets that can cause serious internal damage if ingested, water beads that expand and pose a choking hazard, electronic scooters and hoverboards with fire risks, Baby Shark bath toys causing impalement injuries, Cosori Air Fryers that can overheat and catch fire, and biometric gun safes that failed to secure firearms properly. Despite recalls, some products remain available online, and past recalls have not always effectively reached consumers, leading to continued incidents and fatalities.

via CBS News|
##airfryers#consumer-safety
health-and-lifestyle2 years ago

"Woman Accuses Planet Fitness Employee of Coercing Her into Tanning Bed Despite Skin Cancer Risk in Family"

TikToker Anna (@icyac) shared a distressing experience at Planet Fitness where she was mistakenly made to use a tanning bed, which she believed was a red light therapy machine. With a family history of skin cancer, Anna avoids UV exposure and was upset to find she had been exposed to UV rays without her consent or knowledge, especially since she wasn't wearing sunscreen or protective eyewear at the time. The incident went viral, prompting discussions about the importance of clear communication regarding tanning services and the potential risks of UV exposure. Planet Fitness has yet to respond publicly to the incident.

via The Daily Dot|
##consumersafety#health-and-lifestyle
consumer-protection2 years ago

"Tips to Uncover Credit Card Skimmers in Massachusetts Supermarkets"

Authorities in New England are warning consumers about credit card skimmers found at retail outlets, including supermarkets in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Skimming devices, designed to look like legitimate card readers, capture card information when customers swipe their cards. The FBI advises inspecting card readers for loose parts or damage, covering the keypad while entering PINs, and being cautious at tourist spots and gas pumps. If a skimming device is suspected, customers should contact their bank and local law enforcement. No customer data was reported compromised following the recent discoveries in Massachusetts.

via WGHP FOX8 Greensboro|
##consumer-protection#consumersafety
consumer-safety2 years ago

"Walmart Recalls Hazardous Magnetic Ball Sets After Deaths and Hospitalizations"

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for the Relax 5mm Science Kit sold on Walmart.com due to the toy's powerful magnetic balls that exceed federal magnetic strength standards and pose ingestion hazards to children. The magnets can cause severe internal damage, including blockages, perforations, and even death. No injuries from this product have been reported, but there have been cases of magnet ingestion leading to hospital visits and deaths in the past. The kits, sold by Joybuy Marketplace Express, have been removed from Walmart's website.

via OregonLive|
##consumer-safety#consumersafety
consumer-safety2 years ago

"Hazardous Magnetic-Ball Kits Recalled by Federal Agency from Walmart.com"

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for the Relax 5mm Science Kit, which contains hazardous magnetic balls sold at Walmart.com. These magnets exceed federal standards for magnetic strength and pose a serious ingestion risk to children, potentially causing severe internal damage or death. No injuries from this product have been reported, but there have been cases of magnet ingestions leading to hospital visits and deaths in the past. The kits, distributed by Joybuy Marketplace Express, have been removed from Walmart's website.

via The Associated Press|
##consumer-safety#consumersafety
consumer-products2 years ago

"BlendJet Issues Massive 4.8M Blender Recall Amid Safety and Injury Risks"

Over 4 million BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders have been recalled in the U.S. and Canada due to fire and laceration risks after reports of overheating, blade breakage, minor burns, one laceration injury, and significant property damage. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises consumers to stop using the affected blenders, which were sold between October 2020 and November 2023 at major retailers and online. Consumers can receive a free replacement base by following specific steps to prove the disposal of the recalled unit. The recall only affects blenders sold through November, and current sales are of safe units.

via ABC News|
##blendjet2#consumer-products
health-and-safety2 years ago

"Examining the Health Risks: The Dark Side of Popular Beverages and Heart Health Concerns"

The Care2 Team is calling for action against Panera Bread after two deaths were linked to the company's Charged Lemonade, which allegedly contains dangerously high levels of caffeine. The victims, Sarah Katz and Dennis Brown, had pre-existing health conditions that were exacerbated by the drink's caffeine content, leading to their deaths. The petition demands that Panera CEO José Alberto Dueñas acknowledge the issue, support the victims' families, and ensure product safety to prevent further tragedies.

via Petition Site|
##caffeineoverdose#chargedlemonade