McDonalds Vows to Stop Using Toxic PFAS Chemicals By 2025
McDonalds announced that it will stop using toxic PFAS chemicals in food packaging for burgers, fries, and other menu items by 2025.
US Figure Skating Pays $1.45 Million Sex Abuse Settlement
U.S. Figure Skating will pay $1.45 million to a former skater who accused the organization of failing to protect him from a sexually abusive coach.
Deadly Legionnaire’s Disease Outbreak Sickens 5 Seniors in Portland
An outbreak of Legionnaire's disease at an apartment complex for seniors has infected at least 4 people, including one person who died.
Dog and Cat Food Recall Expands After 70 Pets Die of Poisoning
Midwestern Pet Foods has expanded a recall for dog and cat foods after reports of at least 70 pets who died of toxic corn mold poisoning.
Hyundai Recalls 471,000 Tucson SUVs for Fire Hazard
Hyundai is warning 471,000 owners of Tucson SUVs to park outside because the vehicle can catch on fire, even if it is parked and the engine is off.
$17.5 Million Settlement in 1st Firefighting Foam Lawsuit
Tyco Fire Products has agreed to pay a $17.5 million class action lawsuit settlement after toxic "firefighting foam" chemicals contaminated private well water for hundreds of homes in Wisconsin.
Cuisinart Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed for Burn Injuries
A man who was burned by an explosion of hot food when he opened the lid on a Cuisinart Pressure Cooker has filed a lawsuit in California.
GUM Paroex Mouthwash Recalled for Infection and COVID Risks
After dozens of infections were reported, a popular prescription gingivitis mouthwash was recalled again due to serious health risks.
Aerotoxic Syndrome Lawsuits Filed for Toxic Air on Planes
Lawsuits have been filed by people who developed health problems after breathing toxic chemical fumes in the cabin air on airplanes.
Ceiling Fans From Home Depot Recalled for Blade Injury Risk
Nearly 200,000 ceiling fans from Home Depot were recalled after people were injured by fan blades that broke off when the fan was in use.