Scam victim faces $225,000 IRS bill after losing $600,000 to fraudA North Carolina woman lost $600,000 in a pig-butchering scam and later received a $225,000 tax bill from the IRS.MassLive10d agoWhole story →JusticeCommercetax relief for fraud victims act debate
Rebel Creamery bankruptcy: what to know about the $23.8M judgmentThe Chapter 11 filing came just weeks after a federal court ruled the keto brand had intentionally diluted a rival's trade dress.MassLive12d agoWhole story →CommerceEconomy
Are squishy toys safe? Federal officials block 350K+ units from entering the U.S.The CPSC has blocked over 355,000 counterfeit squishy toys from entering the U.S., warning they contain lead and other hazardous materials that pose serious risks to children.MassLive13d agoWhole story →CommerceJusticecounterfeit toy recall
49,958 VW Tiguan SUVs recalled for stalling riskThe recall applies to certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. The defect means the vehicles no longer comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.MassLive14d agoWhole story →Commerce
Amazon issues recall of 180K light-up toys over chemical burn, ingestion risksThousands of popular light-up toys sold on Amazon are being recalled for violating federal safety standards and posing serious ingestion hazards. Here's how to see if you have one and how to request a refund.MassLive24d agoWhole story →Commerce
Amazon, Walmart use dynamic pricing the most, study saysSome officials like Sen. Elizabeth Warren claim that dynamic pricing is exploitative. Others say it's just a part of the free market.MassLive1mo agoWhole story →CommerceElizabeth Warren
