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Spike in fuel revenues boosts total sales, but net income slips 1.1% in Q3 [TheTopNews] Read More.45 mins ago - Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 – what’s going on?
Around seven million more adults are living with obesity than would have been if obesity rates had stayed the same as 1993. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - Consumer product safety recall roundup for August 7, 2026
Children's toys, furniture, and related products are part of this week's recall roundup By News Desk of ConsumerAffairs August 7, 2026 Recall Roundup This roundup covers newly announced recalls and safety warnings from the CPSC, FDA and USDAs Food Safety and Inspection Service. Coin battery chargers recalled for children A2batt is recalling EEMB lithium coin battery chargers sold on Amazon because children can easily access the included coin batteries. The charger and its packaging violate federal safety requirements because children can access lithium coin batteries, which can cause internal burns or death if swallowed. About 4,930 units were sold on Amazon.com from August 2024 through March 2026 for about $14. Consumers should stop using the charger immediately, remove the batteries, keep them away from children and contact A2batt for a full refund. A2batt, Inc., doing business as EEMB USA, is recalling EEMB Lithium-ion Coin Battery Chargers with Rechargeable 2032 Batteries, model SKLC-0420-0040. The product includes a charger, four rechargeable 2032 lithium-ion batteries and a USB cable, with EEMB on the front and the model number printed on the back. The recall centers on child access to the batteries and missing packaging warnings required under Reeses Law. The hazard The recalled charger violates the mandatory standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries because the lithium coin batteries can be accessed easily by children. The included batteries also were not sold in child-resistant packaging, and the packaging lacked required warnings. Swallowed coin batteries can cause severe internal chemical burns, serious injury and death. No incidents or injuries have been reported. What to do Consumers should stop using the charger immediately, remove the batteries and store them where children cannot reach them. Contact A2batt for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write RECALL on the charger. If any batteries remain in packaging, dispose of them according to local hazardous waste guidelines and send a photo of the disposal to the company. Company contact A2batt by email at info@a2batt.com or online at www.eemb.com/Recall or www.eemb.com and click Charger Recall at the top of the page for more information. Source Infant walkers recalled over deadly falls WURUI.BABY is recalling Wnttmt infant walkers sold on Amazon because they can roll through doorways, fail to stop at steps and trap a childs head. The walkers pose fall and entrapment hazards because they violate… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - Dating apps are fighting fake profiles and scams with new safety tools
A dating expert explains how verification features, video calls, and reporting systems are helping users feel more confident when making connections online By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs August 7, 2026 Dating apps are adding new safety features, including identity verification, video calls, and improved reporting tools, to help users spot fake profiles and suspicious behavior.Experts say scammers often try to move conversations off dating platforms, where they can more easily build trust and ask for personal information or money.While technology can help make online dating safer, users should still trust their instincts, verify who theyre talking to, and take precautions before meeting someone in person.Online dating has made it easier than ever to meet new people, but it has also created new challenges including fake profiles, scams, and concerns about safety.As more people turn to dating apps to find connections, platforms are introducing new tools designed to help users verify who they are talking to, spot suspicious behavior, and stay in control of their online interactions.Jehan Rajendra, founder of the dating app Agilis, says dating safety is becoming a bigger focus for platforms as they work to build trust into the experience. From identity verification and in-app video calls to improved reporting systems, these features are designed to give users more confidence while still encouraging them to use their own judgment when meeting someone new.The idea that online dating has to feel inherently risky is beginning to change, says Rajendra. Platforms are becoming much more proactive about giving users tools to verify who they are speaking to, protect their personal information, and report suspicious behaviour.How to ID fake profilesIf youre scrolling a dating app and youre not sure how to spot a fake profile, Rajendra shared some tips:Trust your instincts. Someone that's too good to be true, usually is. Real people who have verified their images through our app have a pick tick next to their name.Give them a video call early on. This applies even if you are hot over heels for them and wanting to chat the night away.Meet them in a public place before getting too close. This allows you to see them face-to-face. If they look like a robot, run!Signs of a scamAnother thing to be mindful of: romance scams.With more and more online daters falling victim to these scams, being able to spot them is key. Rajendra shared some of his best advice for identifying… [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago - Middle-class living is out of reach for the typical worker in every major U.S. m...Even workers earning the median wage fall tens of thousands of dollars short of covering the costs of a stable, middle-class lifestyle By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs August 7, 2026 A new report found that the typical worker cannot afford a middle-class lifestyle in any of the 50 largest U.S. metro areas, with median wages falling thousands of dollars short of what's needed for financial stability.The average worker earns about $52,000 less than the estimated income needed to cover expenses like housing, healthcare, savings and modest spending.Career expert Dr. Jasmine Escalera says workers can improve their financial outlook by focusing on career growth, negotiating compensation and building skills that increase earning potential.For many Americans, earning an average paycheck no longer guarantees a comfortable, middle-class lifestyle.A new report from MyPerfectResume found that in each of the nation's 50 largest metropolitan areas, the typical worker earns far less than what's needed to cover everyday expenses, build savings and enjoy modest discretionary spending.ConsumerAffairs spoke with MyPerfectResume Career expert Dr. Jasmine Escalera, who explained that the growing gap between wages and the cost of living is forcing many workers to rethink everything from where they live to how they negotiate their salaries, highlighting just how difficult it has become to achieve financial stability.Report findings: Middle-class stability remains out of reachThe report calculated the estimated salary a single adult would need to cover expenses like housing, transportation, food, healthcare, retirement savings, emergency savings and modest discretionary spending.Across all 50 metros analyzed, the average middle-class lifestyle threshold was $104,681 per year, while the average median wage was only $52,460 a difference of $52,221 annually.The gap was largest in some of the nations most expensive cities. In San Jose, a single adult would need an estimated $156,908 to maintain a middle-class lifestyle, compared with a median wage of $82,430. Honolulu had the widest gap between wages and costs, with the estimated threshold 176.7% higher than the median wage.However, the affordability challenge was not limited to high-cost coastal areas. Even metros with lower estimated thresholds, including Birmingham, Memphis and Tulsa, still fell short. In Birmingham, for example, the estimated middle-class lifestyle threshold was $83,500, while the median wage was $45,380, leaving workers about $38,120 short.The report found that the wage-to-cost gap exists across the country, suggesting that many workers are struggling not just with rising prices but with a broader mismatch between what jobs pay and what it… [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
- GLP-1 weight loss is changing how people shopA new survey finds many GLP-1 users are delaying clothing purchases, buying multiple sizes, and spending hundreds of dollars to rebuild their wardrobes By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs August 7, 2026 A new survey found that 4 in 5 GLP-1 users delayed buying new clothes until their weight stabilized, with the average wardrobe refresh costing $328.Many consumers are looking for ways to save money during weight loss by buying secondhand clothing or ordering multiple sizes and returning what doesn't fit.Experts say setting a clothing budget, planning purchases over time, and focusing on versatile basics can help keep wardrobe costs under control during a weight-loss journey.For many people taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss, the changes don't stop at the number on the scale.As pounds come off and clothing sizes shift, many are finding themselves faced with an unexpected expense: replacing much of their wardrobe. While some shoppers are waiting until their weight stabilizes before buying new clothes, others are piecing together temporary wardrobes or turning to secondhand options to keep costs down.To better understand how weight loss is affecting shopping habits, ConsumerAffairs spoke with Dr. Sean Arora, Medical Director at Trimi, about a recent study from Trimi on why these spending patterns are emerging and what consumers should keep in mind as their bodies and closets change.How the study was conducted and what it foundThe findings come from an online survey of 737 U.S. adults who currently use, previously used, or are on a maintenance dose of a GLP-1 medication.The survey was conducted in June 2026 through the research platforms CloudResearch Connect and Prolific, with participants screened to confirm they had used a GLP-1. Researchers noted that because it was a self-reported, non-probability survey, the results reflect the experiences of those surveyed and may not represent all GLP-1 users.Some of the key findings include:Four in five respondents said they delayed buying new clothes until their weight stabilized, waiting an average of six months before refreshing their wardrobe.On average, participants spent $328 replacing clothing that no longer fit.55% said they ordered multiple sizes of the same item as their body changed.More than four in 10 turned to secondhand shopping.44% reported spending more on clothing because they felt more confident in how they looked after losing weight.In theory, waiting to buy clothes until after weight loss can save money, Dr. Arora said. However, this approach often involves replacing many clothing items at… [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
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