Charger bursts in bed, causing chemical burns to woman
Portable Charger Explosion Leaves Reporter Injured A freelance reporter in Los Angeles had a terrifying morning recently when her portable charger unexpectedly exploded. The incident resulted in chemical burns on her arm, singed hair, and damage to her bed. “Just a heads-up to anyone using portable chargers: STOP,” Ashley Nebel mentioned in a video she […]
Battery charger bursts in bed, resulting in chemical burns for woman
Portable Charger Explosion in Los Angeles A sports reporter in Los Angeles had a terrifying morning earlier this month when her portable charger unexpectedly exploded while she was asleep. The incident resulted in chemical burns on her arm and damaged her bed. “Here’s a public service announcement—if you’re using portable chargers, it’s time to stop,” […]
Road test: 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack Plus
Driving Impressions of the 2026 Dodge Charger Six-Pack Plus The very first performance car I ever got behind the wheel of was my mother’s 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 383 convertible. It was a striking yellow, complemented by a black top and interior. When I turned 16, that car left an indelible mark on me. So, it […]
Tesla charger caused garage fire in Lewisville, Texas, city reports
Tesla Charging Units Linked to Garage Fire in Lewisville, Texas The city officials in Lewisville, Texas, announced on Tuesday that a garage fire, which caused significant damage to a home, was triggered by Tesla’s charging units. The two-alarm blaze erupted around 12:30 PM on Monday, according to a spokesperson. “The fire in Lewisville, Texas, on […]
Alabama teenager struck by lightning while using phone charger at home
Teen Survives Lightning Strike at Home A teenager in Alabama experienced a shocking incident when lightning struck near her home, causing a temporary memory loss while she was using her phone during a thunderstorm on Sunday. Lisa Henderson, 19, believed she was safe inside her Russellville house. As she lay in bed scrolling through social […]
Save 86% on this Magnetic Portable Charger with a special early Prime Day offer
A popular magnetic portable charger has seen a significant price drop from $199.99 to just $27.99 during Prime Day, marking an impressive 86% discount—it’s the lowest price we’ve seen in the last month. As for Prime Day 2025, it’s set to take place over four days from July 8th to July 11th this year, which […]
Protect yourself from USB charger threats with these portable power banks
Travel Warning About USB Charging Risks The TSA has issued a warning regarding the risks associated with using airport USB ports. Connecting devices like smartphones to these ports can expose travelers to potential cybersecurity threats. Essentially, hackers can utilize these connections to install malware and steal sensitive information from unsuspecting users. To avoid this risk, […]
Thinking of bringing a portable charger or power bank on your flight? Here’s what you should know first.
This week, Southwest Airlines unveiled a new policy that bans the use of portable charging devices in overhead bins or closed carry-on bags. This change, set to take effect later this month, stems from a series of incidents linked to excessive heat, smoke, or fire caused by lithium battery chargers. “Starting May 28th, customers will […]
UK electric vehicle charger rollout risks regional divide, report warns | Business
The spending watchdog said plans to install 300,000 electric vehicle charging points across the UK by 2030 would mean that 300,000 electric vehicle charging points would be installed across the UK between the well-connected areas of London and the south-east and the rest of the country. There is a risk of creating “regional disparities.” The […]
JetBlue passenger clashes with fellow flier over ‘stolen’ Apple charger
Watts Bold move! A brazen JetBlue passenger admitted to bringing a fellow passenger's Apple phone charger onto the plane, sparking a heated argument on board. picture of a tense incident Posted by @RcRelated on TikTok, The video shows a woman walking down the aisle of the plane as a man filming her asks if she […]