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This Is Now Wisconsin’s Most Popular Fall Trader Joe’s Product
For those not lucky enough to be in the know, Trader Joe's is a popular American chain of neighborhood grocery stores known for its unique selection of products, emphasis on value, and loyal customers in the communities that they're in. There are...

Consumer Reports: How to support teen drivers while also saving on insurance
INCLUDING GUCCI AND BALENCIAGA. SAFE DRIVE WITH 25 THIS WEEK IS NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, AND IF YOUR TEEN IS LEARNING HOW TO DRIVE, YOU MAY BE TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHAT’S THE BEST AND SAFEST CAR FOR THEM. CONSUMER REPORTS AND THE...

ELV named official distributor of Terex Ecotec products in Canada
ELV Select Equipment Inc. has been named as an official distributor for Terex Ecotec metals processing equipment and material handler product lines in Canada. This is set to enhance Terex Ecotec's presence in the North American market and deliver...

‘Not just a customer, you’re family’: Royal Ranch House opens in Irondale
IRONDALE, Ala. (WBRC) - You know if construction workers and truckers stop in frequently, the food must be good, right? That is what you will see every day in Irondale at the Royal Ranch House. Their meat and three options aren’t just a menu style...

Consumer Confidence: Digital estate planning in 5 steps
(ABC 6 News) — It’s not pleasant to think about death or a medical emergency, but one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones is being prepared for those situations. You might be familiar with traditional estate planning, but there’s...

Products locked up in LA due to rising crime rates
Crime rates around Los Angeles are rising, and stores have to do what they can to limit thieves. Products, including basic necessities, are locked away as stores attempt to keep things under control. Customers may find the lock-ups frustrating,...

Big V Property Group Underway on 175,300 SF Retail Project in Anna, Texas
41ANNA, TEXAS — Charlotte-based Big V Property Group is underway on construction of a 175,300-square-foot retail project in Anna, located north of Dallas in Collin County, that will be known as Rosamond Crossing Southeast. Kroger will anchor the...

Two Guernsey Girls Creamery A2 milk and dairy products
FREEDOM, Wis. (WBAY) - According to the National Institute of Health, about 36% of people in the United States struggle digesting lactose, but a small local farm is looking to come to their rescue. Giving people with lactose intolerance a chance...

3 things you might have missed about Spotify’s AI music product plans
MBW Explains is a series of analytical features in which we explore the context behind major music industry talking points – and suggest what might happen next. Only MBW+ subscribers have unlimited access to these articles. MBW Explains is...

These Are The Most Reliable Gas Riding Mower Brands, According To Consumer Reports
Plenty of people take pride in their property and get personal satisfaction by showcasing beautiful, manicured landscaping. That's one reason why many of us want top-notch outdoor equipment, though money is often also a factor. The more reliable a...

Product Showcase 2025: Latest in Shop equipment

Momofuku Scales Engagement, Consumer Data Collection Via QR Codes
Momofuku Goods, a manufacturer of instant noodles, began heavily investing in brand growth in 2024, looking to scale recognition and engagement efforts via digital experiences as it grew its Amazon and retail presence. As a result, the company...

Consumer headlines: Breakfast burrito recall

Consumer Watch with Natasha Pirrottina: If business, rental woes can’t be fixed, let Consumer Protection know
If you have a bad experience with a business or landlord, sharing your story on social media and elsewhere online might seem like a good way to warn others to steer clear, but it may not be the most effective way to have your voice heard and issue...
21bitcoin Launches Europe’s First Pilot Bitcoin-Backed Lending Product
Bitcoin Magazine 21bitcoin Launches Europe’s First Pilot Bitcoin-Backed Lending Product Austrian Bitcoin platform 21bitcoin has teamed up with VR Bank Bayern Mitte eG and Sopra Financial Technology GmbH to launch a pioneering European pilot...

Fidelity Bank rewards 10 customers in first “Sika Bumm Reloaded” draw
Accra, Oct. 20, GNA – Fidelity Bank Ghana, the largest privately owned Ghanaian bank, has held the first monthly draw for its “Sika Bumm Reloaded” campaign. The August draw saw 10 customers win a share of GHS 50,000 reinforcing the Bank’s...

Consumers feeling a bit Grinch-like this holiday season
Photo: Dolores Harvey - stock.adobe.com October 20, 2025 Consumers will spend an average of $1,595 this holiday season — reflecting a 10% drop compared to the 2024 holiday season. The holiday spending decline comes at a time of economic...

RHS plan peat free retail but criticise Government ban delay again

Emerging Legal Challenges: Artificial Intelligence and Product Liability
The bar is rising for the developers of generative artificial intelligence (AI) platforms and other companies that utilize generative AI in public-facing applications. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday products and services—and as...

Planters Products back to supplying fertilizers to farmers
AGRO-CHEMICAL trading and marketing company Planters Products Inc. (PPI) is back to procuring fertilizers for farmers after more than four decades, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said on Monday. PPI last supplied fertilizers in 1982. For 10...