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Deadly Defect In Infant Breathing Systems Prompts Urgent Recall, FDA Says Deadly Defect In Infant Breathing Systems Prompts Urgent Recall, FDA Says
Deadly Defect In Infant Breathing Systems Prompts Urgent Recall, FDA Says A major infant ventilator component has been recalled because it could come apart during use, potentially causing organ failure in babies or death, health officials said. AirLife and Vyaire are pulling certain Infant Heated Wire Circuits from hospitals and distributors, the Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday, July 9. The agency labeled the recall as Class I, its most serious type, meaning continued use could result in serious injury or death. The recall was issued due to the risk that the accessory adapters may disconnect when the system heats up during ventilation.&nb…
Dangers From Fuel Pump Failures Spark Massive Ford, Lincoln Recall Dangers From Fuel Pump Failures Spark Massive Ford, Lincoln Recall
Dangers From Fuel Pump Failures Spark Massive Ford, Lincoln Recall More than 850,000 Ford vehicles are being recalled over a fuel pump issue that can cause engines to stall without warning. Ford has issued the recall for about 850,318 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday, July 8. The recall includes several popular models like the F-150, Bronco, Mustang, and Explorer. The defect affects low-pressure fuel pumps that could fail while driving, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash. Ford hasn't reported any injuries or crashes linked to the problem, according to the NHTSA. Ford has ack…
AI-Created Band Steals Oldies Sound, Gains Millions Of Streams: 'Not Quite Human' AI-Created Band Steals Oldies Sound, Gains Millions Of Streams: 'Not Quite Human'
Ai-created Band Steals Oldies Sound, Gains Millions Of Streams: 'Not Quite Human' It's a case like Milli Vanilli's lip-syncing scandal of the 90s made for the artificial intelligence era. The Velvet Sundown is a new band that exploded in popularity in June. The group has quickly gained more than 1.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify, fueled by a global chart-topping hit called "Dust on the Wind." The group has been described as having a retro folk-rock sound reminiscent of classic acts like Creedence Clearwater Revival or Bad Company. Its name is even similar to The Velvet Underground, the legendary experimental rock band once led by guitarist Lou Reed. There's …
American Expands PHL Flights To Caribbean Vacation Hot Spots, Adds New Destination American Expands PHL Flights To Caribbean Vacation Hot Spots, Adds New Destination
American Expands PHL Flights To Caribbean Vacation Hot Spots, Adds New Destination Eastern Pennsylvania and South Jersey travelers will have more options for warm-weather escapes as American Airlines expands its Caribbean service in Philadelphia. American will launch year-round service from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (SDQ), the airline announced in a news release on Thursday, July 10. The daily nonstop flights will begin on Thursday, Dec. 18. The route will be flown on an Airbus A321, marking the latest addition to American's growing network of Latin American and Caribbean destinations. "As Philadelphia's hometown airlin…
Here's How Many NY Families May Lose SNAP Benefits Under Trump's 'Big Beautiful' Law: Study Here's How Many NY Families May Lose SNAP Benefits Under Trump's 'Big Beautiful' Law: Study
Here's How Many NY Families May Lose SNAP Benefits Under Trump's 'Big Beautiful' Law: Study Northeast families are expected to be among the hardest hit under sweeping federal cuts to food benefits in the Republican-backed law previously named the "One Big Beautiful Bill," according to a new study. President Donald Trump signed the spending bill into law on Friday, July 4, after the GOP narrowly passed it through both chambers of Congress. Among many massive changes, the bill is forecasted to cut Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding by $186 billion through 2034, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The 20% reduction is the largest cut in the history of SNAP be…
American Airlines Adds Philly Bus Route At Trenton's Airport: What To Know American Airlines Adds Philly Bus Route At Trenton's Airport: What To Know
American Airlines Adds Philly Bus Route At Trenton's Airport: What To Know You can now travel from New Jersey's capital city to Philadelphia through American Airlines. American will expand its bus service at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to include Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), the airline said in a news release on Thursday, July 10. The three daily departures each way will begin on Monday, Sept. 22. The premium motorcoach Landline service will help Central Jersey travelers get to one of the country's largest airports without having to drive and park there. Passengers can check their bags in Trenton, clear security at TTN, and ride to Philly a…
AI-Created Child Sex Abuse 'Tsunami' Flooding Internet, Advocates Warn AI-Created Child Sex Abuse 'Tsunami' Flooding Internet, Advocates Warn
Ai-created Child Sex Abuse 'Tsunami' Flooding Internet, Advocates Warn Children's safety advocates are warning about a dramatic rise in artificial intelligence-generated images and videos depicting child sexual abuse. The Internet Watch Foundation saw a 380% increase in reports of AI-created child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in 2024 compared to 2023. The United Kingdom-based watchdog said those reports uncovered 7,644 pictures and "a small number of videos" illustrating children being sexually abused. Nearly four in five (78.8%) of the reports involved images so realistic they were processed as if they were "real" CSAM under UK law. "The most …
Chocolate Giant To Buy Kellogg's Cereal Company For $3.1B: Here's Why Chocolate Giant To Buy Kellogg's Cereal Company For $3.1B: Here's Why
Chocolate Giant To Buy Kellogg's Cereal Company For $3.1B: Here's Why A European chocolate giant is purchasing the cereal company behind Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes, and Rice Krispies. Ferrero Group has agreed to buy WK Kellogg Co for $3.1 billion, the candy company announced in a news release on Thursday, July 10. The Italian chocolatier is the owner of widely popular brands like Butterfinger, Famous Amos cookies, Ferrero Rocher, Jelly Belly, Kinder, Nutella, and Tic Tac. In the agreement, Ferrero will pay $23 per share in cash, a 40% premium on WK Kellogg's recent stock price. Once the deal closes, Battle Creek, Michigan will serve as Ferrero's North Americ…
McDonald's Snack Wraps Return, Fast-Food Rivals Heat Up 'Wrap Battle': What To Know McDonald's Snack Wraps Return, Fast-Food Rivals Heat Up 'Wrap Battle': What To Know
McDonald's Snack Wraps Return, Fast-Food Rivals Heat Up 'Wrap Battle': What To Know One summer after Kendrick Lamar and Drake's intense rap feud, a new "wrap" battle has emerged. The McDonald's Snack Wrap has officially returned to US menus on Thursday, July 10. Fans have been eagerly waiting for its comeback after it was removed from many domestic restaurants in 2016. The wrap, which puts chicken breast, lettuce, cheese, and sauce inside a soft flour tortilla, first debuted in 2006, according to Food Network. Several versions were introduced over the years before it was discontinued. While some locations kept the McDonald's Snack Wrap on the menu, it finally disappeared …
Bloody Mary-Flavored Ketchup Created In Brunch-Cookout Collab: How To Get Some Bloody Mary-Flavored Ketchup Created In Brunch-Cookout Collab: How To Get Some
Bloody Mary-Flavored Ketchup Created In Brunch-Cookout Collab: How To Get Some An April Fool's joke just got real and will make ketchup taste like a popular brunch beverage. Zing Zang has created a Bloody Mary Ketchup, the cocktail mix brand announced on Tuesday, July 8. The sauce will combine the typical ketchup taste with the tangy, spicy flavor of a bloody mary drink. Bloody Mary Ketchup became a real product after Zing Zang posted a made-up version of it on Instagram as an April Fool's prank on Tuesday, April 1. "Almost immediately, that post became our most viral ever, and fans weren't joking – they wanted us to make it," said E.G. Fishburne, marketing vice…
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