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Should you eat brown rice? It still contains this toxic metal

Should you rethink your rice consumption?

Fortune

Black women's hair products are in the safety spotlight. Here's what to know

Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards

The Independent UK

Nearly 20 infant formulas found to contain toxic lead, arsenic, or both. Here's how parents can keep babies safe

“We really want these results to be empowering for parents,” said Consumer Reports, which tested 41 types of baby formula.

Fortune

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Investigation reveals heavy metals, including ‘potentially harmful’ levels of lead, in baby formula

While there are several safe options, Consumer Reports said more than a dozen formulas have ‘potentially harmful’ levels of contaminants

The Independent UK

America's Best And Worst EV Charging Networks: These Fail Half The Time

Road-tripping in an electric vehicle is becoming increasingly easier in the U.S. thanks to a burgeoning network of public charging stations. But that experience is far from perfect. A new Consumer Reports study found that some charging networks are so buggy that drivers have nearly a 50/50 chance of running…

InsideEVs

You're Worrying About The Wrong EV Batteries

Many of you are worried about the long-term reliability of electric vehicle batteries. I know because you ask me all of the time. Among skeptics and prospective buyers alike, it's one of the first things to come up: Will the battery last? Yet more and more data is showing that…

InsideEVs

Making A Plug-In Hybrid Is A Lot Harder Than You Think

Just make plug-in hybrids! It's obvious. Simple, even. It's the solution. Read enough forums, social media posts and comments and you'll surely learn that for yourself. Automakers seem persuaded. Everyone from Ram to Chevy to Nissan is following along.

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The top 10 car picks for 2025, as selected by Consumer Reports

Six of them are hybrids—and there’s one EV.

Fortune

Two popular child car seats didn’t hold up in a Consumer Reports crash test - but they both meet government standards

Both car seats have ‘significant structural integrity issues,’ according to Consumer Reports

The Independent UK

Parents can soon use QR codes to reveal heavy metal content in baby food

Parents across the U.S. should soon be able to determine how much lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury are in the food they feed their babies, thanks to a California law, the first of its kind, that took effect this year.

The Conversation

Logitech repair program offers OEM replacement parts for 20+ devices — available in 62 countries

Logitech partners with iFixit to create Logitech Repair Hub to offer OEM replacement parts for over 20 devices.

Tom’s Hardware

You'll Pay Way Over MSRP for These New Cars

A new car's MSRP and the final price someone pays at the dealer are, sadly, often different. And if you're interested in buying a particularly popular model, you can expect to pay well over the manufacturer's suggested retail price. We've seen dealers in the last few years willing to slap…

Motor1

Volkswagen: EVs Are 'Much More Reliable' Than Gas Cars

Volkswagen is confident its electric vehicle sales will finally flourish in 2025. In Europe, it has more orders for the ID.7 than for the Passat. It's leading in the electric vehicle sales race at home in Germany and was the most popular EV maker in Norway last October. This year,…

Motor1

Biden Administration Launches 'Cyber Trust Mark' Seal For Internet-Connected Devices

President Joe Biden has launched the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark, a labeling program to help American consumers easily identify secure smart devices, in a bipartisan move to improve cybersecurity and consumer trust.

International Business Times

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Global EV Survey: 92% Of EV Drivers Won’t Return To Gas Cars

Electric vehicles are quiet, fast and packed with tech, and these advantages leave a lasting impression on owners. Very few of them, if any, would switch back to a combustion car after going electric, at least according to a new study published by the Global EV Alliance, which we also…

International Business Times

Don't Get Scammed This Holiday Season: Your Guide To Spot Package Delivery Scams

One in five American adults who encountered online scams ended up losing money, making it crucial to follow tips to avoid falling for delivery scams.

Motor1

The Most Reliable Car Brands of 2024

Reliability should be at the top of your priority list when buying a car. Whether new or used, it's important to ensure your car will last for a long time, avoiding headaches and potential mechanic bills. The team over at Consumer Reports compiled a list of the 22 most reliable…

InsideEVs

Rivian Is Last In Consumer Reports' Reliability List. Owners Still Love Them

What's a few software glitches, powertrain issues and battery faults between you and a car you truly love?

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EV Reliability Improved In 2024. It Still Lags Behind Hybrids And ICE

Good news for anyone considering going electric: the latest Consumer Reports reliability survey shows that EVs made in the last three model years are improving compared to older models. CR compared data about vehicles with all levels of electrification and found that hybrids are more reliable than pure combustion cars,…

The Independent UK

Consumer Reports survey finds electric vehicle reliability improving but lagging gas models

The reliability of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids has dramatically improved, narrowing a gap with gas-powered automobiles

Salon

How to be mindful of lead in cinnamon

"The FDA issued three alerts throughout 2024, warning consumers about lead in certain brands of cinnamon products"

The Conversation

Cinnamon, spice and ‘everything nice’ – why lead-tainted cinnamon products have turned up on shelves, and what questions consumers should ask

Spices bring up feelings of comfort, cultural belonging and holidays. They can make our homes smell amazing and our food taste delicious. They can satisfy our cravings, expand our culinary horizons and help us eat things that we might normally dislike. Spices have health-enhancing properties and, in medicine, have been…

The Guardian - US

Lunchables pulled from national school lunch programs in US

Kraft Heinz cites weak demand for pre-packaged meals amid reports of lead and high sodium in supermarket kits

The Independent UK

Why Kraft Heinz is pulling Lunchables from school lunches

The food conglomerate dropped the Turkey and Chedder Cracker Stackers and Extra Cheesy Pizza Lunchables

InsideEVs

Ford BlueCruise 1.3 Review: Seriously Capable, But Not Perfect

The skies over New York and New Jersey get vibrant and intense nearly every evening. During a recent drive to upstate New York, the clouds scattered like brushstrokes and sunlight filtered through the gaps, creating a striking mix of cyan and soft yellows. I had plenty of time to take…

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