These recalled ceiling fans have the worst design flaw a fan could have
Over 190,000 ceiling fans sold through Home Depot stores across the United States and in Canada are now being recalled due to a pretty serious …
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Piece of Boeing airliner breaks loose, lands in residential neighborhood
Lots of people struggle with a fear of flying, but normally if you’re a little bit freaked out by the thought of a massive commercial …
Gun holster recalled because it might get you shot
If you were to list the things that a gun holster should do, it probably wouldn’t take you very long. If it’s doing its job, …
Igloo is recalling over 50,000 of its coolers because a kid trapped himself inside one
Kids do the darndest things, and that’s seriously bad news if you’re a large company that makes airtight boxes that a kid might want to …
New West Nile reports are popping up in multiple US states
West Nile virus — which is carried by infected mosquitos and has a habit of making people very ill — has been steadily spreading across …
Researchers finally invented a battery that won’t explode when it fails
We carry devices with us every day that have built-in rechargeable batteries, and whether it’s smartphone, tablet, or even an electronic cigarette, the lithium-ion batteries …
Facebook still hasn’t explained why it needs your SMS and call history
Facebook’s latest scandal is one that’s been lingering in the shadows for years: if you used Facebook for Android, chances are you allowed the app …
You definitely shouldn’t eat romaine lettuce for a while, unless you want E. coli
We’re still in the very earliest days of January which means lots of folks are currently rocking New Year’s resolutions to avoid junk food and …
Nerf guns are dangerous again, according to doctors who hate fun
Unlike many toy fads that come and go, Nerf guns have withstood the test of time. Whether it’s the bright colors and comically oversized darts, …
Most SUV headlights are dangerous, highway safety group’s report claims
When you’re shopping for a new SUV, there’s plenty of things to consider. Gas milage, cost of upkeep, off-road capabilities, and safety features are all …
Over half a million Ford vehicles just got recalled for fire risk and faulty doors
Product recalls aren’t fun for anyone, least of all the owners of faulty products who now have to exchange them for something else or wait …
Consumer Protection Agency just recalled Xbox One smart chargers because they keep melting
Gamers are an impatient lot and that’s something I can attest to first-hand, so it’s really no surprise that charging accessories that promise a more …
Volvo’s new magic spray makes bikes, clothes, and everything else glow
Being visible at night is a pretty big deal for bikers, runners, or anyone else who might find themselves on or near a road or …
Stick figure safety videos from Metro Los Angeles are equal parts hilarious and violent
When I took Drivers Ed way back when, I remember being shown unusually graphic videos from the 1960s which depicted horrific scenes recorded in the aftermath …
Pegatron workers say they were ignored after iPad plant explosion
A report on Monday from NPR has provided new insights into an explosion that injured 59 workers in an iPad plant last December. The incident occurred …
Apple CEO: ‘We care about every worker in our supply chain’
The New York Times recently published an article discussing the unsafe working conditions in the factories Apple employs to build its products. It’s no secret that …
Report: cell phones, portable electronics causing interference on flights
A new study obtained by ABC News suggests that cell phones and other personal electronic devices might be causing electronic interference on airplanes. U.S. airlines …
Jabra recommends Bluetooth headsets in lieu of brain tumors
Following the World Health Organization’s revelation last week that cell phones are “possibly carcinogenic to humans based on an increased risk for glioma, a malignant …
FCC launches PLAN emergency alert service for mobile devices
The city of New York has teamed up with the FCC and wireless carriers to unveil a new emergency alert system called PLAN. PLAN can …
Watch worker climb over 1,700 feet to fix a broadcast TV tower, no safety harness
What’s taller than the Sears tower and lets you watch ESPN, MTV, and CNBC? A 1,700 foot tall broadcast antenna of course. What happens when …
