Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets Sold at Walmart Could Have High Lead Levels - Consumer Reports Great Value (Walmart) Dino Shaped Chicken Nuggets could contain high lead levels.

UPDATE: The Department of Agriculture retracted its public health alert about Great Value Dino Shaped Chicken Nuggets. Previously, the agency had advised consumers not to eat one lot of the product after testing found elevated levels of lead.

Caffeine Levels in Energy Drinks Are Risky for Teens - Consumer Reports The caffeine in energy drinks is higher than what teens should get in a day, Consumer Reports' tests of energy drinks show.

Teens are among the biggest consumers of energy drinks. They’re also more vulnerable to caffeine’s side effects. Our recent tests found that some of these drinks have more caffeine in a single serving than what teens should have in an entire day.

Raw Farm Raw Milk Cheddar Cheese Linked to an E. Coli Outbreak - Consumer Reports Raw milk cheddar cheese from the company Raw Farm is linked to an outbreak of E. coli, according to the FDA. The company has recalled the cheese.

UPDATE: Raw Farm has announced a voluntary recall of several batches of its raw milk cheddar cheese. These products should not be eaten; return them to the store for a full refund. Find out which products are affected:

Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets Sold at Walmart Could Have High Lead Levels - Consumer Reports Great Value (Walmart) Dino Shaped Chicken Nuggets could contain high lead levels.

Great Value Dino Shaped Chicken Nuggets sold at Walmart could have lead levels up to 5x higher than what federal regulators consider acceptable in a food. The USDA is warning consumers to check their freezers and throw out the affected product or return it.

Amazon’s Choice CO Detector Removed From Site After Reports of Hospitalizations - Consumer Reports Amazon's Choice CO detector was removed from site after Consumer Reports tied it to CPSC reports of hospitalizations.

Amazon's Choice CO detector was removed from Amazon's site after Consumer Reports tied it to reports of hospitalizations. The detector was sold under the Hembisen brand and failed to alert residents to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.

Is Human Braiding Hair Safer Than Synthetic? | Essence The latest Consumer Reports study found human braiding hair is more toxic than synthetic—and the one brand that’s actually safest overall.

“Our test demonstrated that human hair has far higher levels of lead than any other products that we’ve tested,” director of product safety research and testing at Consumer Reports Dr. James Rogers tells ESSENCE. www.essence.com/beauty/consumer-reports-...

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#Recall: Nexgrill and Weber have both issued recalls of their metal grill brushes. Small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes, stick to the grill or food, and pose an ingestion hazard and risk of serious internal injuries that could require surgery.

What's in Your Fish Oil Pill? - Consumer Reports CR tested fish oil supplements from brands like CVS, GNC, and Nordic Naturals for heavy metals, rancidity, and label claims.

Fish oil supplements are among the most popular in the U.S., so we tested 20 products for heavy metals and other contaminants. For your next shopping trip, see the full list of products that did and did not meet our standards here:

What Home Lead Test Kits Can Tell You and What They Can’t - Consumer Reports CR evaluated kits like D-Lead, LeadCheck, and Safe Home. Most DIY kits can detect high levels of lead, but miss lower levels that could still be harmful.

“People are drawn to these test kits because they’re quick, affordable, and easy to use, but they aren’t appropriate for all situations,” said Oriene Shin, manager of safety advocacy for Consumer Reports.

See our evaluation of 11 home lead test kits:

3 Best Grill Brushes, Lab-Tested and Reviewed - Consumer Reports We took seven popular grill brushes to the dirtiest of grates to find out which cleaned the most thoroughly and effortlessly.

#Recall: On March 26, 2026, Nexgrill recalled more than 10.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes due to an ingestion hazard. If you own one of the recalled brushes, stop using it and contact Nexgrill for a refund. See other options and safety tips below:

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Instacart’s AI-Enabled Pricing Experiments May Be Inflating Your Grocery Bill, CR and Groundwork Collaborative Investigation Finds - Consumer Reports Exclusive: Instacart’s AI pricing may be inflating your grocery bill.

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Baby Product Recalls Parents Should Know About in 2026 - Consumer Reports Stay up to date with the latest baby product recall news, plus baby food and formula recalls, car seat recalls, and children’s product safety news.

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Generator Safety Tips That Might Save Your Life - Consumer Reports These generator safety tips from Consumer Reports explain how to safely run a generator after a storm. Generator misuse can be deadly.

Safety tip: Never run a generator in an enclosed space or indoors. See the generators that passed our safety test:

Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice Recall Is Expanded Because Packages May Contain Glass Fragments - Consumer Reports Trader Joe's chicken fried rice may contain glass pieces. Kroger, Ling Ling and other brands are also involved in the recall.

#Recall update: Trader Joe’s chicken fried rice recall is expanded because packages may contain glass fragments.

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Massive data centers are gobbling up resources across the U.S. – and you might be paying for it. Is there a data center in your community? Share your story:

Best Cruise Lines for Accessibility - Consumer Reports CR's survey of 19,000 people about their experiences finds the top cruise lines for accessibility.

We surveyed nearly 19,000 people about their cruises on Carnival, Celebrity, Disney, Holland America, Norwegian, Princess, Royal Caribbean, and other lines to reveal the companies with top marks for accessibility. See the results here:

Safest New Cars of 2026, According to the IIHS - Consumer Reports See the safest new cars of 2026. Our review of IIHS Top Safety Picks highlights the best SUVs and sedans for back seat safety and crash protection.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released the list of the safest new cars for 2026 models. The vehicles do a good job of protecting front- and rear-seat occupants in different kinds of crashes, and they feature technology that can prevent collisions with other cars and pedestrians.

OTA Car Software Updates: Are They Safe and How Do They Work? - Consumer Reports Over-the-air (OTA) software updates have become common on new cars. But how long do they take? What do they do? Our experts explain.

Have you experienced an over-the-air update to fix a recall on your car? If yes, what was your experience? Here's what you need to know before you hit "install."

AI Data Centers: Big Tech's Impact on Electric Bills, Water, and More - Consumer Reports Massive data centers are gobbling up resources across the United States. The boom has just begun—and you may be paying for it.

Massive data centers are gobbling up resources across the U.S.—and you may be paying for it.

FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers, Citing National Security Concerns - Consumer Reports The FCC has just banned the import and sale of foreign-made routers in the U.S., citing security concerns. CR explains what you need to know.

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Consumer Safety Agency Finalizes New Regulations on Water Beads and Infant Neck Floats - Consumer Reports The CPSC has finalized two long-awaited safety standards about water beads and infant neck floats. Meanwhile, the federal agency's fate is still unclear.

A new safety rule for water beads marketed as toys went into effect on March 12, an important victory for child safety. However, parents should stay vigilant.

Safe Infant Formulas Are Available Through WIC—But Options Are Limited - Consumer Reports CR's testing revealed concerning contaminant levels in some infant formulas, but safe infant formulas are available through WIC.

CR's testing revealed concerning contaminant levels in some infant formulas, but safe infant formulas are available through WIC.

174,800 Frigidaire Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Burn Hazard - Consumer Reports Electrolux is recalling 174,000 Frigidaire gas ranges due to burn risks. Here's what to do to see if your range is affected.

#Recall: Electrolux is recalling more than 174,000 gas ranges sold under the Frigidaire name. The appliances can experience delayed ignition of the oven’s bake burner, which poses a burn risk to users, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
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Consumer Reports Endorses Bipartisan Safe SPEEDS Act to Improve E-Bike Safety and Protect Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C.—Consumer Reports (CR) has endorsed a new bipartisan bill in Congress to make the e-bike marketplace safer for consumers. H.R. 7839, the Safe SPEEDS…

CR has endorsed a bipartisan bill in Congress, the Safe SPEEDS Act, to make the e-bike marketplace safer and easier for consumers to navigate. Learn more:

Does an ‘Eco-Friendly’ Diaper Really Exist? - Consumer Reports CR evaluated 31 diapers to bring you a guide to materials and how to read packaging, plus our top choices.

We evaluated 31 diapers for safety and sustainability, and found good choices from Coterie, HealthyBaby, Kudos, and Parasol.

Consumer Reports and other advocates hosted a public town hall with New York Attorney General Letitia James and online scam victims to draw attention to a $119 billion dollar a year problem. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPg780lXYLc