All posts by Ray Simon

Ray Simon is a veteran copywriter with more than a decade's worth of experience in the field. He studied journalism at Vanderbilt University, graduating Cum Laude in 2007. Ray currently specializes in writing content and news articles for independent publications.

Ceiling Fan

Chinese-Made Ceiling Fans Recalled Amid Reports Blades Break, Fall

About 144,000 ceiling fans sold under the Seasons brand name are being recalled after more than a dozen reports of the blades breaking off and falling, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC).

/ April 26, 2018
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Audi to Recall 1.2 Million Vehicles Over Coolant Pump Fire Risk

Audi AG has issued a recall for about 1.2 million cars and sport utility vehicles worldwide due to a problem with the electric coolant pumps that can cause them to overheat and possibly cause a fire.

/ April 25, 2018
Listeria Monocytogenes

3,000 Cases of Ice Pops Recalled for Listeria Contamination

A West Virginia firm has closed its production plant and issued a recall for about 3,000 cases of ice pops after tests revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes at the facility, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).

/ April 24, 2018
Chopped Romaine Lettuce Linked to E. Coli Outbreak

CDC Expands E. coli Warning to Include All Romaine Lettuce

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is expanding its nationwide recall for romaine lettuce, warning consumers to throw away all heads of the lettuce in addition to chopped.

/ April 23, 2018

Indian Motorcycles Recalled for “Unintended Starting”

Indian Motorcycle Manufacturing Company is recalling about 3,300 bikes that may start by themselves due to a faulty switch, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

/ April 20, 2018
Brown and White Eggs

Salmonella Outbreak: How to Tell if Your Eggs are Safe to Eat

In the wake of a multi-state salmonella outbreak that has forced the recall of more than 200 million eggs, consumers need to be extra cautious so as not to get sick. Here are 5 easy steps you can take to...

/ April 19, 2018
Injectable drugs

Injectable Drugs Recalled for Lack of Sterility

A Mississippi company is recalling a variety of sterile injectable drug products after visible particles were found in some of the vials, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).

/ April 18, 2018
Brown and White Eggs

200 Million Eggs Recalled for Salmonella Contamination

A Seymour, Indiana-based company is recalling more than 200 million eggs that were distributed to restaurants and stores across the U.S. after they were linked to at least 22 salmonella illnesses, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).

/ April 17, 2018
Up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day is safe

FDA Bans Sale of Pure Caffeine Over “Significant Health Concerns”

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has outlawed the retail sale of pure and bulk caffeine products following the deaths of two young men who ingested too much of the substance.

/ April 16, 2018
Polaris RZR

Polaris Recalls RZR Off-Road Vehicles Over Fire Hazard

Polaris Industries is recalling certain RZR recreational vehicles for a defect that could cause some of the components to melt or catch fire, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC).

/ April 13, 2018