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Critical Dashboard Warnings May Not Appear In Huge Toyota, Lexus Recall Critical Dashboard Warnings May Not Appear In Huge Toyota, Lexus Recall
Critical Dashboard Warnings May Not Appear In Huge Toyota, Lexus Recall Nearly 82,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles are being recalled because a dashboard display defect can keep critical safety warnings from appearing. Toyota issued the recall for about 81,893 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Wednesday, May 27. The recall includes Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid and Mirai vehicles, along with Lexus GX and UX Hybrid vehicles. The issue involves a 12.3-inch combination meter in the instrument panel, which may experience a startup problem that causes some areas of the display to go blank. That can keep required w…

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by Chris Spiker
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Dangerous Bacteria Found, Prompting Major Recall Of Popular Baby Wipes Dangerous Bacteria Found, Prompting Major Recall Of Popular Baby Wipes
Dangerous Bacteria Found, Prompting Major Recall Of Popular Baby Wipes Several types of popular baby wipes are being recalled because they may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause "serious and life-threatening infections." Target is voluntarily recalling Up & Up Fragrance Free and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes, the company announced on Thursday, June 4. The wipes were sold at Target stores nationwide and on the retailer's website. FDA testing found Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli in samples of the wipes. "The products are predominantly used on newborns, infants, and young children, who are particula…

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by Chris Spiker
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Six Fires, Burns Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Security Cameras Six Fires, Burns Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Security Cameras
Six Fires, Burns Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Security Cameras More than 320,000 security cameras are being recalled after several exploded, caught fire, and caused burn injuries. Wyze Labs recalled about 321,360 Wyze Solar Cam Pan security cameras in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, June 4. Another 2,560 cameras were sold in Canada. Incorrect assembly instructions can cause owners to accidentally puncture the metal casing of the camera's lithium-ion battery. That can cause the battery to rapidly overheat, creating fire and burn hazards. Wyze has received 13 reports of the cameras overheating, according to the…

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by Chris Spiker
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New iPhone Update Targets Charging Issue: What To Know New iPhone Update Targets Charging Issue: What To Know
New iPhone Update Targets Charging Issue: What To Know A small iPhone update could make a big difference for some users. Apple has just released iOS 26.5.1, a targeted software update for select newer iPhone models. The update fixes a wired charging issue affecting iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models when the battery is nearly drained, according to Apple’s iOS 26 release notes. Apple’s security release page says iOS 26.5.1 is available for all iPhone 17 models and iPhone Air. The company also says the update has no published CVE entries, meaning Apple did not list any security vulnerabilities fixed in the release. MacRumors reported that the upda…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Major Beer Brand Offering Free Pints To 'Work From Bar' During 2026 World Cup Major Beer Brand Offering Free Pints To 'Work From Bar' During 2026 World Cup
Major Beer Brand Offering Free Pints To 'Work From Bar' During 2026 World Cup Stella Artois is offering to pick up part of the bar tab for some soccer fans during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Anheuser-Busch announced Stella's "Work From Bar" promotion in a news release on Tuesday, June 2. The beer brand will put $100,000 of its "marketing budget" toward fans who buy a Stella Artois or Stella Artois 0.0 while watching the World Cup. Fans can take part from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during weekday FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. After purchasing a Stella, they can submit their receipt as an "expense report" on the brand's website. The promo comes as about 20 group-stage mat…

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by Chris Spiker
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$725M Facebook Settlement: See If You're Eligible For Brand-New Payouts $725M Facebook Settlement: See If You're Eligible For Brand-New Payouts
$725M Facebook Settlement: See If You're Eligible For Brand-New Payouts If you received money from Facebook's $725 million privacy settlement, you may soon get another payment. A second distribution of money is expected to begin in June, according to an email sent to settlement members. The payments will be sent in batches and continue for about four weeks. Only people with approved claims who successfully cashed or redeemed their initial payment are eligible for the additional money. "You will receive an additional email notice approximately 3-4 days before your additional settlement payment is issued," the email reads. "Please continue to check your ema…

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by Chris Spiker
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VA Among Nation's 15 Strongest State Economies, New Study Finds: Here's Why VA Among Nation's 15 Strongest State Economies, New Study Finds: Here's Why
VA Among Nation's 15 Strongest State Economies, New Study Finds: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the nation's strongest economically, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of the Best & Worst State Economies on Monday, June 1. The personal finance website ranked all 50 states and Washington, DC, based on factors like gross domestic product growth, unemployment, startup activity, and the share of jobs in high-tech industries. The strongest state economies create more opportunities for residents while helping states attract new businesses and investments, according to WalletHub. "Factors like a low unemployment rate and high av…

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by Chris Spiker
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Score Free Chipotle During 2026 NBA Finals: Here's How Score Free Chipotle During 2026 NBA Finals: Here's How
Score Free Chipotle During 2026 NBA Finals: Here's How You could win free Chipotle as the New York Knicks pursue their first NBA title in more than half a century. Chipotle Mexican Grill announced its "53 Years. 53 Real Ingredients" campaign on Wednesday, June 3. The chain will offer free burritos to 53,000 lucky fans at the end of the 2026 NBA Finals between the Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. The promotion celebrates 1973, the year the Knicks won their last NBA title and when the Spurs played their first season in the American Basketball Association. "This year's series created a connection we couldn't ignore: 53 years tied to a unique ch…

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by Chris Spiker
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Retired DC Officer Forgot His Glasses, Needed Help Reading $1 Million Lottery Win Retired DC Officer Forgot His Glasses, Needed Help Reading $1 Million Lottery Win
Retired DC Officer Forgot His Glasses, Needed Help Reading $1 Million Lottery Win A retired DC police officer knew something was up when he scanned a Maryland Lottery scratch-off in Hyattsville and saw what appeared to be a whole lot of zeroes staring back at him. The problem? He didn't have his glasses. Standing inside Chillum Wine & Spirits on Eastern Avenue, the District resident watched the Lottery scanner flash a message that immediately caught his attention. At first, he thought he was looking at three zeroes. Then he noticed three more. "It looked like three zeros, and then I saw three more zeros," he told Maryland Lottery officials after claiming a $1 m…

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by Zak Failla
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Newest Trader Joe's Mini Totes Features Stripes: When To Get One Newest Trader Joe's Mini Totes Features Stripes: When To Get One
Newest Trader Joe's Mini Totes Features Stripes: When To Get One Trader Joe's is adding stripes to its wildly popular line of mini tote bags for the first time. The grocery chain will release new Striped Canvas Mini Totes at stores nationwide, a company spokesperson told the Daily Voice on Thursday, June 4. The bags will be available while supplies last on Wednesday, June 17. The $2.99 striped totes have a pocket on each side and come in four different pastel colors. They measure 13 inches long, 11 inches tall, and 6 inches wide.  The bags are made with heavy-duty, 65% cotton and 35% polyester blend fabric. "The size is ideal for sm…

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by Chris Spiker
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Flesh-Eating Parasite Threatens Nation's Cattle Supply For First Time In Decades Flesh-Eating Parasite Threatens Nation's Cattle Supply For First Time In Decades
Flesh-Eating Parasite Threatens Nation's Cattle Supply For First Time In Decades A long-eradicated livestock threat has returned to US soil, putting ranchers and federal officials on alert. The US Department of Agriculture reported on Wednesday, June 3, that New World screwworm was detected in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas. The larvae were found in the calf’s umbilical area. No further detections had been reported as of the USDA announcement. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said in a statement posted to X that the confirmed case is being treated with "the utmost seriousness." "After years of unchecked spread through Central and South America, this dev…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Where To Get Free Doughnuts, Big Discounts For National Donut Day 2026 Where To Get Free Doughnuts, Big Discounts For National Donut Day 2026
Where To Get Free Doughnuts, Big Discounts For National Donut Day 2026 A day dedicated to delicious deals on doughnuts is serving up plenty of sweet reasons to celebrate. National Donut Day falls on Friday, June 5, and chains across the US are offering free doughnuts, huge deals, and limited-time giveaways. The holiday began in 1938 when The Salvation Army in Chicago created it to honor "Donut Lassies," who were volunteers who served comfort and doughnuts to American soldiers in the WWI trenches. The Lassies' work not only improved troops' morale but also made doughnuts popular back home. Across the country, doughnut chains and local shops are servi…

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by Chris Spiker