Customer concern growing as US retailers adopt next-generation pricing tools

Beyond high prices, shoppers say they’re feeling rising tensions about increasingly high-tech ways businesses from grocery stores to department stores to restaurants are setting those prices. 

Gelato sold at Lidl stores in multiple states recalled over possible Listeria contamination

Lidl US is recalling one lot of gelato it sold across 10 states because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in some people. 

Air rifles recalled for misfire hazard that could cause serious injury or death

Two models of air rifles manufactured by Hatsan are being recalled because they can fire unexpectedly when the bolt is released before the air rifle is fully cocked, according to the U.S. Product Safety Commission. 

Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees

Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees. 

Hyundai recalls more than 94,000 vehicles over fire risk

Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles over a fire risk associated with the overheating of motors on powered front seats, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report.

FTC launches $9.8M payout to Walmart wire service customers targeted by scams

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is sending payments that will total more than $9.8 million to customers of Walmart’s wire services who the agency says fell victim to scams. 

3M recalls 53k laminators over possible risk of overheating, fire

A brand of electric thermal laminators are being recalled because of a danger that they can overheat and catch fire, creating the potential for burns or fatal injuries. 

Holiday toy prices surge as tariffs, war-driven energy costs squeeze shoppers

Toy prices have jumped 6.6% over the past year as tariffs, higher energy costs and Middle East conflicts put pressure on U.S. consumers ahead of the holiday shopping season.

These states rank as the most energy-efficient in 2026, data shows

WalletHub’s study found that states with efficient homes, vehicles, and transportation systems produce the lowest energy waste and costs.

Amazon Extra Strength Acetaminophen recalled: More than 112,000 bottles affected by discoloration complaints

More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).