Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Wooden Animal Drum Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The paint used on the drum is in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent More »

Target Recalls Children’s Task Lamps Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards

Lamps can overheat, causing the adhesive inside the lamp socket to melt and migrate into the bulb area of the socket. The cooled glue can adhere to the light bulb base and More »

Mini Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard

Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Prime-Line Products Recalls Child Bathtub Non-Slip Pads Due To Fall Hazard

Some pads do not stick to the bathtub surface, posing a fall hazard to consumers. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recalled by Prime-Line; Screw Breaks Can Allow Unintended Access

The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items. US Consumer Product More »

Strollers Recalled by phil&teds USA Due to Risk of Injury from Brake Failure

The brake mechanism on the strollers can fail, posing an injury hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Fisher-Price Recalls to Repair Little People Builders’ Load ‘n Go Wagons due to Laceration Hazard

The back of the wagon’s plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it. More »

Toy Keys with Remote Recalled by Battat Due to Choking Hazard

The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Bravo Sports Recalls Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks Due to Fall and Laceration Hazards

The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp More »

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Layoffs, gambling, other big issues on agenda as Legislature convenes this week

October 22, 2011     No comments

Layoffs, gambling, other big issues on agenda as Legislature convenes this week
Pat Quinn set the stage for the fall session by vetoing or threatening to veto high-profile pieces of legislation on issues including a major gambling expansion, a legislative scholarship program and electric-grid modernization. …
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'Battlefield 3' Vs. 'Modern Warfare 3': Who Will Rule This Fall? [VIDEO]
So… who will have the better of the other this fall? Let's have a quick look. "Modern Warfare 3" (MW3) has provided the gamers incredible cinematic-style action sequences. The game's pure arcade-style play and an all-guns-blazing experience, …
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Tennis finishes out successful fall season
The men's and women's tennis teams concluded a strong fall season this week, as players from both teams were finalists at the ITA Southeast Regional Championships. The fall season follows a fantastic 2011 spring season, where the men's and women's …
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NFL Power RankingsNFL Power Rankings: Week 6

October 19, 2011     No comments

NFL Power RankingsNFL Power Rankings: Week 6
Opposing teams have enough game tape on the formation yet still can't stop it. 5. SAN DIEGO CHARGERS [up from 6] Overall record: 4-1 Streak: Won three Tight end Antonio Gates began practising again this week, a good sign for the Chargers. …
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Tony Sparano's future with Miami Dolphins could hinge on game vs. Broncos
The Dolphins have lost eight consecutive games dating back to last season, and barring a miraculous turnaround this season, the question is not if Sparano will be fired, but when. As Ross watched Monday's game from a suite at MetLife Stadium, …
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Events Planned For Teen Safe Driving Week

October 13, 2011     No comments

Events Planned For Teen Safe Driving Week
In honor of Teen Safe Driving Week, ACTS (Advisory Council on Traffic Safety) is planning two events with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, Safe Kids of Greater Chattanooga and Hamilton County EMS. A small scale crash scene will be set up during …
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Safe Zone training educates about LGBTQ matters
In resolution to the bullying issue, Safe Zone is a training program on campus to educate students and faculty, gay or straight, on problems with which the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community deals. The training meets in the …
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Kids' Time: Fun and inexpensive things for kids to do in Billings this week

October 11, 2011     No comments

Kids' Time: Fun and inexpensive things for kids to do in Billings this week
Keeping kids occupied can be a big challenge. Here are some ideas for activities to keep young ones engaged — body and mind — in Billings this week: With October set aside as the months to focus on fire safety, it's a good time to get kids involved …
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Deaths of 8 children put Hillsborough Kids Inc. in limbo
He said the future of Hillsborough Kids was undecided, but "performance around child safety is a key success requirement for any vendor we contract with. If a vendor is unable to perform at a high level in the business of keeping kids safe, …
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Many shades of green at Vancouver Eco Fashion Week

October 07, 2011     No comments

Many shades of green at Vancouver Eco Fashion Week
On a personal level, Laroche said she used to love shopping for new clothes because it made her feel good. But now she believes the key to sustainability is to consume less. “I will be scandalous during this eco fashion week,” she declared. …
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The Heroine's new clothes
She wears Kumar and swears by her clothes. So when it came to designing the wardrobe — especially the wedding scenes — of Mirza's forthcoming film Love Breakups Zindagi, the actress requested Kumar to step in, and she obliged. …
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Church Pastor Denies Video Voyeurism
A pastor accused of secretly recording video of women changing clothes in his office at a Fleming Island church 10 years ago spoke out for the first time Wednesday, calling the allegations malicious. A law enforcement examiner also said Berean Baptist …
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Fantasy Football Injury Report: Week of October 3rd

October 06, 2011     No comments

Fantasy Football Injury Report: Week of October 3rd
One big component of Fantasy Football is the injury report, which predicates trades, adds, and drops throughout the season. Knowing about these injuries is integral to making your starting line-up, and the ability to score points. …
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Giants Thursday injury report
… is considering sitting out until the Giants' Week 7 bye. Brandon Jacobs and David Baas also may not play on Sunday against Seattle. Each missed a second straight day of practice Thursday. Here is the official Giants Thursday injury report.
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The Best iPad Apps Of The Week, September 25-October 1, 2011

October 03, 2011     No comments

The Best iPad Apps Of The Week, September 25-October 1, 2011
Disney's new line of AppMATes Mobile Application Toys is now available at retail stores nationwide. The toys and Cars 2 AppMATes app turn the iPad into your very own virtual play mat. We're so impressed with this toy+app combination, we think it could …
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Sackings shock Frankston toy library staff
BY SAMANTHA ROBIN FRANKSTON Toy Library staff who were recently made redundant are putting together a petition calling for a special meeting to explain why they were asked to leave. Staff were distraught after their positions were terminated without …
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Mega Brands Class Action Settlement Preliminarily Approved
Defendants MEGA Brands Inc. et al. have denied any and all liability, but have agreed to settle claims for refunds on certain Magnet Toy products, which plaintiffs alleged contained defective magnets. The proposed settlement covers over 10 million MEGA …
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