Consumer Protection
What changing federal regulations may mean for your escrow account
The dispute could determine whether states retain meaningful power to impose consumer protections on federally chartered banks.
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Consumer Protection
Ten states sue Trump banking regulator over mortgage escrow interest - billions at stake
Ten states are challenging new federal rules that let national banks ignore state laws requiring interest on consumers’ mortgage escrow money.
Health
Cheap groceries may carry a hidden health cost, study finds
Living near a traditional grocery store was associated with lower rates of obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure in a new nationwide study.
Health
Healthy bargains when food choices are limited
Healthy food isn't always the most expensive. There are plenty of low-cost alternatives.
AI/Privacy
Meta goes on trial to face charges it purposely made Instagram and Facebook hard to turn away from
Meta faces a potential penalty of $1.4 trillion in case brought by four states. Attorneys say it could equal or exceed the tobacco settlements of the 1990s.
Recalls
National Safety Recall - Aug. 18
One newly surfaced FDA recall is worth flagging today because it involves a potentially life-threatening allergy risk and a confirmed reaction.
FTC probes company behind MyChart, which tracks millions of health records
* The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Epic Systems, the giant health-records company behind MyChart and software used by providers treating more than 280 million Americans. * Investigators are reportedly examining whether Epic improperly restricts competitors’ access to patient data — potentially limiting competition in a market at the center of modern
Consumer Protection
Amazon brings back forced arbitration — and makes it harder for customers to sue
Amazon has reinstated binding arbitration for U.S. customers, largely shutting the courthouse door on new consumer disputes.
Consumer Protection
Doxo fined $2 million for using misleading search ads
The firm allegedly disguised itself as the official payment channel for legitimate businesses.
Recalls
National Safety Recall - Aug. 17
Two new FDA recalls are worth flagging today: raw dog food contaminated with Salmonella, with three dog illnesses reported, and another jalapeño recall tied to the ongoing Salmonella problem.
Recalls
Millions of cars can catch fire while parked — leaving owners with few good options
More than 3 million vehicles are under unusually urgent “park outside” recalls because they can catch fire even when turned off.
Travel Watch: Americans trade down rather than stay home
Travel prices are up but Americans aren't staying home. One reason may be stubborn mortgage rates.