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Danone Recalls Select Pints of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster After FDA Finds Small Stones in Cashew Inclusions

Hannah E. Clearwater December 22, 2025

A voluntary recall has been announced for select pints of a popular dairy‑free frozen dessert after the FDA found small stones and hard objects...

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Girl Scouts Gear Up for Cookie Season, New Exploremores Added

Hannah E. Clearwater December 22, 2025

Girl Scouts across the United States are preparing to sell a familiar assortment of cookies, and a brand‑new treat, in the upcoming season. While...

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Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Explorer 2026: Who Comes Out on Top?

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 22, 2025

When 2026 models of the Chevrolet Traverse and Ford Explorer hit the showroom floor, buyers are left wondering which three‑row crossover offers the...

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Cash, Décor, and Midnight Traditions: What the Latest AP-NORC Poll Reveals

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

On December 4‑8, a nationwide poll of 1,146 adults was conducted by the Associated Press‑NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. The study, drawn...

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Heating Costs Set to Surge 9.2% This Winter, NEADA Warns Families Facing New Strain

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 22, 2025

NEADA’s latest report warns that home heating costs will climb 9.2% this winter, pushing the average household to spend $995 on heating—an $84 jump...

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Instacart to Refund $60 Million After FTC Settlement Over Alleged Deceptive Practices

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

Instacart has agreed to pay $60 million in customer refunds after a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that cited deceptive...

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Texas Disposal Systems Opens Recycling Program for Christmas Trees in Austin and San Antonio

Morgan J. Carter December 22, 2025

AUSTIN (KXAN) — As the holiday season draws to a close, many households are left wondering what to do with the Christmas tree after the ornaments are...

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FDA Recalls Over 3,500 Cases of Salad Dressing After Black Plastic Found in Onion Ingredient

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 22, 2025

FDA recalls more than 3,500 cases of salad dressing after black plastic was discovered in the granulated onion ingredient. Recall Initiation...

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FDA Expands Recall of MediNatura’s ReBoost and ClearLife Nasal Sprays After Microbial Contamination

Morgan J. Carter December 22, 2025

In a swift move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday that MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. is recalling all lots of its ReBoost...

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Dietary Supplement Recall: MR.7 SUPER 700000 Capsules Found to Contain Erectile Dysfunction Drugs

Morgan J. Carter December 22, 2025

A dietary supplement that had been marketed online is now under recall after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) discovered that it contained...