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The FDA expanded a frozen berry recall to include Great Value and Trader Joe's products in 56 states, citing potential E. coli contamination. Consumers should discard affected lots or return them for a refund.
Inventia Healthcare Limited has voluntarily recalled 13,567 bottles of chlorthalidone 25 mg tablets after the medication failed dissolution testing. This is the second recall for this specific drug by the India-based manufacturer in 2026, following an earlier action in June. The FDA has classified the recall as Class II, indicating that while the risk of serious harm is remote, the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. Patients are advised to consult their healthcare providers before stopping the medication, as abrupt discontinuation could lead to dangerous spikes in blood pressure.
The USDA has issued a Class I recall for over 167,000 pounds of raw pork, beef, and goat products from Star Meat Delivery Inc. in North Carolina. The meat was distributed nationwide without federal inspection and bore false USDA inspection labels marked 'EST. 1363.' Although no illnesses have been reported, the agency warns the products may contain harmful contaminants and advises consumers to discard or return them.
Volkswagen Group is recalling 2.86 million Audi and Volkswagen vehicles worldwide due to a potential steering failure caused by a corroding bolt. The issue affects models produced between 2013 and 2024, including the Audi Q3, VW Golf, Tiguan, and Atlas. No injuries have been reported, and free repairs are available at authorized dealers.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for approximately 21,380 NEWDERY power banks due to risks of fire and burn injuries. The lithium-ion batteries in these devices can explode or ignite. Consumers are advised to stop using the units immediately and contact the manufacturer for a full refund.
The FDA has upgraded a recall of Vitruvias Therapeutics 30 mg thyroid tablets to Class I, its highest risk level, due to findings that the pills may be superpotent. Approximately 1,900 units distributed nationwide between January and September 2025 are affected. Consumers should not stop taking the medication without consulting a doctor, as overactive thyroid symptoms can occur.
Australia has doubled the recall window for reservists from five to ten years after leaving the permanent forces, allowing the governor-general to call up former ADF personnel during war, defense emergencies, peacekeeping, or other national security missions. The change applies to personnel who enlist in or transfer to the reserves from Oct. 1, 2026; current reservists remain under the five-year limit. Defence officials say the move strengthens the reserves to meet future defense needs and aligns with broader strategic shifts, including a comparison to the UK’s extended recall window.
Dyson’s $500 CameraJet toothbrush, which uses a built-in camera to aim rinse streams, has been pulled from sale amid reports of water getting into the battery compartment and rapid failures; Dyson says only a single-component issue affected a small batch and refuses to disclose the faulty part, the scope, or where it was sold, arguing there’s no recall. Experts blame waterproofing or manufacturing tolerances, and the episode has reignited calls for better repairability as production scales up.
So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert is recalled nationwide after the FDA flagges foreign materials like small stones; all pints with best-by dates on or before April 3, 2028 are affected (SKU 136603, UPC 744473476138). The ice cream was sold at Walmart and Target (and other retailers) and was recalled by Danone USA. Consumers should discard the product or seek a refund via 1-833-367-8975 or the brand’s website.
Intercon Chemical Co. voluntarily recalled six hand soap products (2,696 cases) due to potential contamination with bacteria including Pseudomonas and Serratia species. The recall covers 15 states (California, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin) and was escalated by the FDA to Class II on Sept. 11. Consumers should stop using the recalled products and monitor for symptoms; refunds have not been announced. If illness occurs after use, seek medical attention.
The FDA has issued a Class II recall for more than 40 hand soaps sold under brands such as Assured, Blumen, DermaRite, KleenFoam and SofCare due to potential contamination with bacteria like Pseudomonas and Serratia. The risk is mainly to individuals with weakened immune systems and could cause infections; consumers should stop using the affected products, discard them, and seek refunds by checking the FDA recall list and contacting retailers.
Ford is recalling 223,472 vehicles due to potentially improperly secured front fuel tank straps that could detach or leak, risking a crash or fire. The affected model is the 2023–2027 Ford F-150. Owners will be notified by letters starting Sept. 21, and dealers will inspect and replace the straps at no charge. Ford’s recall number is 26S69, and the company can be reached at 1-866-436-7332.
Blizzard unionized employees across WoW, Overwatch, Diablo, and other units won a single contract that now covers 1,900 workers and extends to all Blizzard unionized teams. The deal includes strong layoff protections (min 4 weeks severance plus up to 39 weeks, with more based on tenure), broad recall rights (into any qualified role for 14 months), just-cause protections, and preserved remote/hybrid work arrangements. It also sets salary floors ($51,840–$70,400 by city) with some raises up to 34%, and establishes AI protections via a labor-management committee to bargain over AI impacts. While not perfect, the contract is framed as a foundation that could raise standards across the gaming industry and signal ongoing pressure on Blizzard and Microsoft to uphold the terms.
The USDA FSIS is recalling more than 15,000 pounds of ready-to-eat guanciale pork jowl imported from Italy after a listeria-positive test. The products were shipped to distributors and food-service locations across Illinois, Michigan, Idaho, California, Florida, New Jersey, New York and Texas. No illnesses have been reported. Look for establishment number IT 1937 L CE and lot 263311US with best-by date 05.16.27 on labeled packaging and discard or return if found.
U.S. health officials have recalled about 1,500 pounds of ready-to-eat Italian pork products (guanciale/pork jowl) distributed to eight states after a Listeria monocytogenes positive test; the Class I recall involves imports by Prime Line Distributors and Ferrarini USA, with lot 263311US and best-by date 05.16.27, shipped to Florida, California, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, New York and Texas; no illnesses reported yet, but consumption could cause listeriosis in at-risk groups.