AI/Privacy
What if you put all the AIs in a room together ...
After 60+ years of hearing complaints about the news, we decided to ask AI about it
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AI/Privacy
What are the top consumer stories right now? We asked AI
Everyone is always complaining about the news. It's biased, it's wrong, it's boring, it's irrelevant, etc. "They ought to just let AI cover the news and throw all the journalists overboard," seems to be the prevailing school of thought in
Money
Consumer groups urge Congress to block ‘predatory’ bank charters, cap loan rates nationwide
Advocates are also pressing lawmakers to adopt a national 36% interest-rate cap and protect states’ rights to impose stricter lending limits.
Consumer Protection
Fake party invites are the latest phishing bait, Pennsylvania attorney general warns
Scammers are hijacking email accounts to send fake invitations that appear to come from friends, coworkers
Travel
Airlines crack down on personal chargers
Airlines are moving to rein in the use of portable chargers onboard, citing a sharp rise in fire risks linked to the popular devices.
Recalls
Safety Recalls for May 7, 2026
Take a quick look to see if any apply to you
Money
States crack down on ‘junk fees’ as regulators target hidden costs and drip pricing
States are expanding “all-in pricing” rules aimed at forcing businesses to disclose mandatory fees upfront rather than surprising consumers at checkout
Insurance
‘Point of no return’: Study says New Orleans may need planned relocation as seas rise
The warning raises major consumer concerns, including rising insurance costs, property value declines, infrastructure risks, and displacement of residents.
Insurance
Insurers paying less, charging more, report says
U.S. consumers may be overpaying for insurance by as much as $150 billion annually as the gap between premiums collected and claims paid reaches historic levels, according to a new analysis
States object to new rule allowing mailing of guns
The change is the result of a Justice Department interpretation of a 1927 law
Health
Simple kitchen tricks may cut pesticide residues on produce, study finds
A new peer-reviewed study by scientists at the Environmental Working Group found that rinsing or soaking fruits and vegetables can significantly reduce pesticide residues.
AI/Privacy
AI 'doctors' under fire: Pennsylvania sues Character.AI over alleged medical claims
State seeks court order to stop chatbots from posing as licensed professionals