| BBB advice on avoiding dangerous or toxic toys this holiday season (Bureau County Republican) CHICAGO — In 2007, more than 20 million toys were pulled off the shelves as a result of more than 60 recalls — more than twice the number of alerts the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission issued in 2006. While toy manufacturers have increased product testing in order to reduce the number of unsafe toys on the market, unfortunately, dangerous toys continue to be sold in the U.S. The Better ... us.rd.yahoo.com |
Remaining Transfixed by Transformers The 15th annual BotCon, a four-day convention in Pasadena, Calif., for people who like to talk, swap and play with the robot toys, began on Thursday. nytimes.com |
1.5 Million Strollers Recalled for Finger Amputation Risk Newell Rubbermaid's Graco unit received reports of five amputations and two lacerations after children placed their fingers in the strollers' hinges while the canopy was being opened or closed, the agency said. topix.com |
Showcasing art Fort Union Trading Post hosted the first day of its Indian Arts Showcase on Saturday, and the event will continue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. m.willistonherald.com |
Baby swallows battery - Parents frustrated with Urgent Care A baby girl remains in a coma, in critical condition after swallowing a small battery on Friday. Now her parents want to know why it took more than two hours... kget.com |