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Group warns toys can be hazardous

Courier-Post - 2 minutes ago

Holiday shoppers should look out for toy hazards such as small parts, loud sounds, soft plastics and lead contamination, consumer advocates warned last week.

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Retailers, Shoppers Ready for Cyber Monday
YNN Rochester - 2 hours 2 minutes ago
Black Friday has come and gone and retail outlets are seeing a moderate bump in sales. If you missed those in-store deals, you'll have another chance.
Nanotech Firms Fear New EPA Regs
Kiplinger.com - 2 hours 4 minutes ago
An open-ended rule-making authority for the feds sounds like too much to bear for some outfits.
Research finds link between Chinese drywall, corrosion
Business Insurance - Sun Nov 29, 6:52 pm ET
A study of homes built with Chinese drywall has found a link between the drywall and corrosion of metals in those homes, according to a report from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Environment drives annual Christmas tree debate
Green Bay Press-Gazette - Mon Nov 30, 5:13 am ET
KAUKAUNA An aroma of pine mixed with freshly squeezed orange juice brought a smile to Dawn Abel of Freedom as she sniffed a broken twig from a Concolor tree.
Kroger making recall calls
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette - 2 hours 39 minutes ago
A new type of robo-call is catching some local shoppers by surprise.
TopCoder Names Nicholas M. Donofrio to Company's Board of Directors
redOrbit - Mon Nov 30, 6:14 am ET
GLASTONBURY, Conn., Nov. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- TopCoder®, Inc., today announced that Nicholas M. Donofrio has been named to the company's Board of Directors effective immediately.
Play it safe when it comes to kids and sports
The Lafayette Daily Advertiser - Mon Nov 30, 3:52 am ET
Every day of the week young children are packed into cars all over the country and driven to sports practice, regular games and tournaments. With the popularity of children's sports programs growing rapidly, take some time to review what you can do to keep your child safe.
RECALLS
The Post and Courier - Mon Nov 30, 12:15 am ET
Product recalls announced within the past week. Details are available, in most cases, at www.cpsc.gov and other Web sites or telephone numbers listed.
Parents.com Reviews Top Toys, Including Best Baby Toys, Best Toddler Toys and Revamped Classic Toys
Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance - 2 hours 21 minutes ago
NEW YORK----Just in time for holiday shopping, Parents.com reviewed hundreds of the best selling toys and posted its recommendations for the best baby toys, best toddler toys, and revamped classic toys.
Research and Markets: Beds and Mattresses - Global Trends
Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance - Mon Nov 30, 6:49 am ET
DUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Beds And Mattresses - Global Trends" report to their offering.
As temps grow cold, stay warm but safe with heating units
The Pottsville Republican & Herald - Mon Nov 30, 4:27 am ET
As the weather gets colder, homeowners are advised to make sure heating units are in good working order and that the furnace and chimney are inspected. "This is the burning season, and every homeowner should have their furnaces and chimneys inspected bef
The AVEENO(R) Brand Continues Inspiring Communities for a More Naturally Beautiful World
PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance - 2 hours 23 minutes ago
The AVEENO® Brand continues to make strides towards sustainability with the announcement of exciting new eco-conscious efforts and an alliance that educates consumers on the importance of reducing waste and helping the environment, all building off a foundation set more than three years ago with the brand's AVEENO® Inspires campaign.
Underwriters Laboratories Publishes First Safety Standard for LED Lighting Products and Components
PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance - 2 hours 23 minutes ago
Underwriters Laboratories , a world leader in safety testing and certification services, announced today the publication of ANSI/UL 8750, Safety Standard for Light Emitting Diode Equipment for Use in Lighting Products.
Good to Know: Toxic toys
The Canton Repository - Sun Nov 29, 9:48 pm ET
Dangerous or toxic toys still can be found on America’s store shelves, Ohio Public Interest Research Group (www.ohiopirg.org) is reporting in its 24th annual “Trouble in Toyland” report.
Product Recalls - Nov. 29, 2009
Lancaster Online - Sun Nov 29, 12:39 am ET
The following products have been recalled by the manufacturer in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Click on the product name for more information.Electrolux ICON and Kenmore 30" PRO gas ranges, made in Canada by Electrolux Home Products Inc., Augusta, Ga.Boys velour warm...