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- Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax
The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail. [TheTopNews] Read More.34 mins ago - Robotic vacuums swept up in new US crackdown over national security risks
Certain robotic vacuum cleaners, including some Roomba-style devices, will be banned under the new U.S. policy restricting foreign-made advanced robotics, federal regulators told FOX Business on Thursday.The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said robotic vacuums fall under its updated "Covered List" rules, adopted Tuesday, making certain new foreign-produced models ineligible for FCC equipment authorization due to national security and cybersecurity risks to U.S. critical infrastructure.While the agency did not identify specific brands, an FCC spokesperson confirmed to FOX Business that robotic vacuums are among the devices covered by the restrictions. Major manufacturers including iRobot, SharkNinja, Dyson, Samsung and LG sell robotic vacuums in the U.S., with most production taking place in China, alongside manufacturing operations in Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia.FCC BLOCKS NEW FOREIGN-MADE POWER INVERTERS AND ADVANCED ROBOTS OVER NATIONAL SECURITY RISKSHowever, the restrictions apply only to newly authorized devices and will not affect the many robotic vacuums already in consumers' homes."This action does not impact a consumer’s continued use of devices they previously acquired," the FCC spokesperson said. The agency added that previously authorized models may continue to be sold, imported and marketed in the U.S., and it does not "prevent retailers from continuing to sell, import, or market relevant models approved previously through the FCC’s equipment authorization process."FCC CHAIRMAN CLIMBS 2,000-FOOT CELL TOWER TO SPOTLIGHT ONE OF AMERICA'S TOUGHEST TRADESiRobot told FOX Business that it is reviewing the FCC's action and is working with the agency to better understand its significance. "We are aware of the FCC's recent action and are working with them to better understand its implementation and potential impact," the company said. "We remain committed to serving our customers and will share updates as more information becomes available."Under the FCC's new rules, many household robotic cleaners qualify as "advanced robotic devices" because they are mechanical mobile devices capable of locomotion, navigation and obstacle avoidance. Covered devices generally weigh more than 4.4 pounds and operate near human operators. Their autonomous navigation is either powered by firmware, AI models, or sensors via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or cellular technology. That definition could encompass products such as iRobot's Roomba lineup, SharkNinja's Shark robotic vacuums, Dyson's 360 series, Samsung's Jet Bot line and LG's CordZero robotic cleaners. US BANS NEW FOREIGN-MADE CONSUMER INTERNET ROUTERS OVER SECURITY CONCERNSRoomba, one of the first robotic vacuum brands to gain widespread popularity in the U.S., was introduced by American company iRobot in 2002 but is now owned by Shenzhen Picea Robotics and… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - About 1.5M rechargeable hand warmers recalled after 1 death, hundreds of burn in...Ocoopa Direct is recalling about 1.5 million rechargeable hand warmers following hundreds of burn injuries and one reported death.The lithium-ion batteries in the recalled products can overheat and catch fire, posing a risk of "serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards," according to a notice Thursday from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).Ocoopa Direct has received 1,480 reports of the hand warmers overheating, including 15 fires and 350 burn injuries, the CPSC said.POPULAR GROCERY CHAIN RECALLS COOKIES IN 9 STATES AND DC AFTER LABELING ERRORAn 83-year-old consumer in San Diego died in February after an incident involving one of the hand warmers, according to the agency.The recall covers Ocoopa rechargeable hand warmers with model numbers UT3053, UT3056, ZLS-118, ZLS-118S, ZLS-118D, H01 and H01(PD). The hand warmers were sold in various colors and designs, according to the CPSC.BROOKLYN ROASTING COMPANY RECALLS COLD BREW SOLD IN NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY OVER BOTULISM RISK"The dual-sided, rechargeable hand warmers were sold in varying colors and designs, in packs of two warmers that can magnetically be joined and with a charging cable," the announcement noted.The products were sold online through Amazon, Ocoopa and Walmart between September 2018 and May 2026 for $15 to $60.TARGET, KROGER, MEIJER FRUIT PURÉE POUCHES RECALLED OVER PLASTIC RISK: FDA"Consumers should stop using the recalled hand warmers immediately and contact OCOOPA Direct for a full refund in the form of an Ocoopa gift card or the original form of payment," the announcement said.The CPSC also warned consumers not to throw the recalled products in the trash or place them in regular recycling or battery collection bins.CLICK HERE TO GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GOFor more information about the recalled products, visit the CPSC's website.FOX Business reached out to Ocoopa Direct for comment. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago
- Chipotle stock jumps as chain hikes same-store sales forecast, says cyclospora f...
Chipotle Mexican Grill stock has fallen more than 7% this year, dragging its market value down to roughly $44 billion. [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - Cyclospora outbreak has hurt Taco Bell but sales are already improving, Yum Bran...The restaurant company provided no update on the cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell restaurants is affecting its business. [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago
- Starbucks raises full-year outlook as CEO tells CNBC the chain is winning back c...Starbucks posted its fourth straight quarter of same-store sales growth, as it continues a turnaround under CEO Brian Niccol. [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago
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