Trump’s EPA Seeks Increased Recycling of Plastic Into New Products, Facing Resistance from the Paper Industry
A conservative organization is urging six major paper companies to reduce their lobbying efforts against a Trump administration initiative aimed at enhancing plastic recycling. Consumer Action for a Strong Economy (CASE) sent a series of letters in September to International Paper, Pratt Industries, Kimberly-Clark, Packaging Corporation of America, Smurfit Westrock, and Procter & Gamble. All […]
Costco now provides delivery for its most popular products, making party planning much easier.
Costco Expands Delivery Options for Bakery and Deli Items Costco has started offering delivery for its popular sheet cakes and party platters, making it much more convenient for shoppers to get these customizable items. Instacart, which is Costco’s main delivery partner, announced on Wednesday that customers can now order bakery and deli products through its […]
GSA requests an audit of AbilityOne for products from China labeled as American-made
Audit of AbilityOne Program Launched Amid Concerns In a significant move, the Trump administration is initiating a comprehensive audit of products, pricing, and supply chains related to the AbilityOne program. This comes as an independent federal agency investigates claims that a company has been misrepresenting foreign products with Chinese technology as American-made. A draft letter […]
Whole Foods pulls back products containing jalapenos due to concerns about possible salmonella contamination
Whole Foods Issues Recall Over Possible Salmonella Contamination On Wednesday, Whole Foods announced a recall for several of its products, particularly in the fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods category, which includes jalapeños. These items were sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors and may be contaminated with Salmonella. Interestingly, the FDA reports that there haven’t been any […]
Products Labeled ‘100% Avocado Oil’ May Not Be As Genuine As Companies Claim, Study Reveals
Study Reveals Issues with Avocado Oil Authenticity A recent investigation from the University of California, Davis uncovered that several processed foods branded with pure avocado oil as an ingredient did not pass authenticity tests. This includes items like chips, mayonnaise, and salad dressings. The research involved testing products sold in California stores and online from […]
Thyroid medication pulled from shelves — check all the affected products
The FDA has issued a recall for various medications. About 22 million Americans could be affected each year. Major Rugby, also known as Major Pharmaceuticals, a leading generic drug manufacturer in the U.S., is recalling a significant number of levothyroxine sodium tablets, with expiration dates ranging from this month to early next year. The recall […]
Trump Sets 50 Percent Tariff on Range of Canadian Products
Trump Implements 50% Tariffs on Various Canadian Goods On Monday, President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on a range of Canadian products, which includes items like alcohol, dairy, hockey sticks, and more. The White House made this declaration known in the late afternoon, citing Section 228 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Here are […]
States increase vaping costs with taxes totaling up to $18 on products
Democrats are working to increase the cost of e-cigarettes, a popular choice among young Americans, particularly in blue states. The prices of these vaping products aren’t solely based on what retailers charge. Tax policies can add up to nearly $18 additional cost to the same e-cigarette in different states, leading to significant price variations across […]
Walmart Lowers Prices on Many Summer Products, Receiving Trump’s Approval
This summer, Walmart has made significant price reductions on a variety of groceries, household goods, and seasonal products, including approximately 12% off ground meat, aiming to enhance affordability for American shoppers facing ongoing inflation issues. The largest grocery chain in the U.S. announced on Monday that it will implement “rollback” discounts in its stores and […]
Physical media transformation: Global brands unite to tease Sony with ‘digital’ food and products.
Sony’s Shift to Digital Sparks Backlash On July 1, Sony declared that it would cease producing video games in disc format. This announcement quickly ignited a storm of reactions. Initially, PlayStation developers were met with strong opposition from gamers across social media. However, the indignation rapidly evolved into a widespread movement, with significant global brands […]