FDA warns consumers against buying cosmetic numbing creams online
Numbing creams are often used for anyone getting a tattoo, piercing, laser treatment, or another painful cosmetic procedure. They have been available in different forms […]
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Study finds that 45% of tap water in the US is contaminated with PFAS chemicals
A recent study by the US Geological Survey has found that nearly half of the nation’s tap water contains PFAS chemicals, also known as “forever […]
Uber settles Australian class action lawsuit for $178.3 million
According to a statement from a law firm representing taxi operators and drivers, Uber has reached a settlement agreement amounting to A$271.8m ($178.3 million) to […]
Profits from the top property rental companies continue to rise
A recent analysis by Accountable.US, an organization self-identifying as a watchdog, sheds light on the concerning trend of rent hikes and apparent manipulation of apartment […]
Reddit prepares for shares to go public on the New York Stock Exchange
As Reddit prepares for its upcoming public listing, the company is predicting a valuation of up to $6.4 billion. Despite never turning a profit, the […]
Quaker Oats and Cheerios hit with lawsuits over pesticide use
Two class action lawsuits have been initiated against Quaker’s oat-based products and Cheerios, alleging high levels of chlormequat chloride. Chlormequat chloride is a pesticide for […]
Study finds that forever chemicals could be present in some children’s products
When shopping for children’s toys, there are still safety risks to consider with some products. Now, a study has found that some toys could contain […]
WHO advises that sweeteners aren’t ideal for weight loss
Sweeteners like Splenda, Truvia, and Equal are often seen as a good alternative to sugar for weight loss. But, recent guidance from the World Health […]
The link between sleep and weight management
A recent study found that adults need at least seven hours of sleep at night, and getting less than this can increase the risk of […]
Are AI relationship chatbots safe for consumers?
AI relationship chatbots claim to help people build connections – whether platonic, romantic, or professional. Despite initially appearing innocuous, a thorough investigation by Mozilla’s *Privacy […]