‘It got ugly’: How Cabbage Patch Kids brought out the nastiness in holiday shoppers
The pudgy baby dolls had humble beginnings but caused a frenzied shopping season so memorable, we’re still talking about it 40 years later.
The pudgy baby dolls had humble beginnings but caused a frenzied shopping season so memorable, we’re still talking about it 40 years later.
Recall, warnings issued over toy magnetic balls after 7 deaths reported
The small magnetic balls in toy sets are stronger than permitted and can be swallowed, possibly leading to them becoming lodged in the digestive system, the CPSC said.
The small magnetic balls in toy sets are stronger than permitted and can be swallowed, possibly leading to them becoming lodged in the digestive system, the CPSC said.
Tesla autopilot recall: Over 2M vehicles need software fix of defective system
Tesla is recalling more than 2 million vehicles across its model lineup to fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.
Tesla is recalling more than 2 million vehicles across its model lineup to fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.
Starbucks giving out free hot chocolate this month – here's how to get your cup
The coffee giant is warming up customers throughout the month of December with a free hot chocolate.
The coffee giant is warming up customers throughout the month of December with a free hot chocolate.
SmileDirectClub shuts down 'effective immediately,' leaving customers in limbo
SmileDirectClub announced the closure on its website after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September.
SmileDirectClub announced the closure on its website after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September.
What is Pantone's 2024 color of the year?
Pantone said the color represents nurturing empathy and compassion in a “time of turmoil in many aspects of our lives.”
Pantone said the color represents nurturing empathy and compassion in a “time of turmoil in many aspects of our lives.”
The hottest toys that every '80s and '90s kid wished for – and parents fought for
From Atari to Cabbage Patch Kids to Tickle Me Elmo, here's what you always wanted – and maybe even had – if you were growing up in the 1980s and 1990s. Did your favorite make the list?
From Atari to Cabbage Patch Kids to Tickle Me Elmo, here's what you always wanted – and maybe even had – if you were growing up in the 1980s and 1990s. Did your favorite make the list?
How much do stamps cost now? Here’s what you will spend to send out holiday cards amid inflation
Still need to send out your holiday cards? It will cost you more this year.
Still need to send out your holiday cards? It will cost you more this year.
What's open and closed on Christmas Day 2023
If you forgot a food item or batteries on Christmas Day, there are several stores that plan to remain open, many with adjusted holiday hours.
If you forgot a food item or batteries on Christmas Day, there are several stores that plan to remain open, many with adjusted holiday hours.
3rd US death reported in salmonella outbreak linked to tainted cantaloupe
The salmonella outbreak tied to cantaloupe has also killed five people in Canada, according to health officials. Here’s what you need to know about the expanded fruit recall.
The salmonella outbreak tied to cantaloupe has also killed five people in Canada, according to health officials. Here’s what you need to know about the expanded fruit recall.
What is the 'card draining' scam? Police warn holiday shoppers purchasing gift cards
Shoppers buying gifts cards for friends and family this holiday season are being urged to carefully examine the cards to avoid a new scam.
Shoppers buying gifts cards for friends and family this holiday season are being urged to carefully examine the cards to avoid a new scam.
Starbucks drinks are half off on Thursdays in December – here's how it works
Starbucks is celebrating “Festive Thurs-Yays” in December with 50% off any drink, but the deal is only good during a certain time of day.
Starbucks is celebrating “Festive Thurs-Yays” in December with 50% off any drink, but the deal is only good during a certain time of day.
Here's where you'll get the most apartment space for $1,700 a month in rent
These southern and midwestern cities will get you the most legroom for $1,700 a month in rent.
These southern and midwestern cities will get you the most legroom for $1,700 a month in rent.
Federal jury awards $17.7 million to Kraft, other suppliers after major price-fixing conspiracy
Kraft Foods Global, Inc., The Kellogg Company, General Mills, Inc. and Nestle USA, Inc. were among the plaintiffs in the lawsuit.
Kraft Foods Global, Inc., The Kellogg Company, General Mills, Inc. and Nestle USA, Inc. were among the plaintiffs in the lawsuit.
BMW SUVs recalled after Takata air bag inflator blows apart, injuring driver
The recall raises questions about the safety of about 30 million Takata inflators that are under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Most have not been recalled.
The recall raises questions about the safety of about 30 million Takata inflators that are under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Most have not been recalled.
Apple, Paramount reportedly eye streaming deal
The Wall Street Journal reported that the talks between Apple and Paramount were preliminary in nature.
The Wall Street Journal reported that the talks between Apple and Paramount were preliminary in nature.
Safety regulators push to revamp baby loungers amid reports of infant deaths, recalls
The proposed changes for these loungers by regulators come after a report of 79 infant deaths related to their use.
The proposed changes for these loungers by regulators come after a report of 79 infant deaths related to their use.
Every Starbucks drink is half off on Thursday – here’s how to get the deal
The Starbucks deal, which includes its new holiday beverages, is good only for a period of time on Thursday.
The Starbucks deal, which includes its new holiday beverages, is good only for a period of time on Thursday.
Protein bars recalled after hairnets, shrink wrap found inside, FDA says
Certain whey protein bars have been recalled because they may contain “foreign material," including disposable hairnets, shrink wrap and parchment paper, according to a notice from the FDA.
Certain whey protein bars have been recalled because they may contain “foreign material," including disposable hairnets, shrink wrap and parchment paper, according to a notice from the FDA.
Deadly salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated pre-cut cantaloupe
U.S. health officials say consumers should not eat pre-cut cantaloupe if they don’t know the source.
U.S. health officials say consumers should not eat pre-cut cantaloupe if they don’t know the source.