Rising pet care costs find many owners unprepared

More pet owners turning to insurance and credit to cover expenses By James R. Hood of…

Apartment rental activity is rising as the summer begins

One industry report cites a spike in listing views, rental applications, and communications with property managers…

Fewer Americans are being diagnosed with dementia

But a study shows more people are living with it By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June…

This hurricane season, prepare to avoid the scams

Weather forecasters are predicting an above-average hurricane season this year. When it comes to planning for…

Recalled tomatoes could be deadly, FDA warns

The salmonella-tainted tomatoes were sold in three states By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 3, 2025…

Vegan diet can prevent hot flashes, researchers say

Besides relief from hot flashes, some in the study group lost weight as well By Truman…

Several liberal-leaning U.S. cities are losing population

The biggest share of population-losing cities are in California By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs June 2,…

Moderna wins FDA approval for its new COVID-19 vaccine

The vaccine is designed for use by vulnerable groups By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 2,…

Tainted cucumbers have triggered a salmonella outbreak in 18 states

At least 45 people have reported illnesses By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 2, 2025 At…

When selecting a new car, the color will affect it’s trade-in value

A study shows that when it comes to a vehicles color, the bolder the better By…

Super-sized electric vehicles increase hazards on the road, critics say

Overweight and overpowered, big EVs pose a threat to everyone, Center for Auto Safety charges By…

Study: Exercise can significantly reduce colon cancer recurrence

Results were comparable to those seen from a new drug By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs June…

Kitchen faucets recalled because of potential lead exposure

Lead can leach into the water, endangering infants and small children By News Desk of ConsumerAffairs…

Banking apps reach a plateau: Satisfaction up, innovation urged

Apps and websites are all starting to look alike By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 30,…

Isabelle’s Kitchen recalls nearly 950 cases of deli salads over salmonella risk

Cucumbers used in the salads may have been contaminated By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 30,…

Target expands Circle 360 perks to over 100 retailers

It's a bid to win back shoppers who been fading after Target backed away from DEI…

Here’s what happens when you respond to a job offer text

If you respond youll probably get a lot more offers By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May…

After two months, here’s where tariffs have affected consumers most

Uncertainty reigns as reciprocal tariffs are now in the courts By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May…

Mortgage rates rose slightly this week but remain under 7%

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is at its highest level since early February By Mark Huffman…

Toyota ramping up U.S. EV production with 7 new U.S. models

Long a hold-out, the company is getting on board with EVs By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs…

A federal court blocks Trump administration's reciprocal tariffs

The court ruled only Congress can set tariffs By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 29, 2025…

Skittles go titanium dioxide-free in U.S. amid rising scrutiny

The move follows attempts by state and federal agencies to ban the substance By Truman Lewis…