LEGO Braille Bricks, meant to help children learn, now available to anyone

The bumps on each brick are arranged to correspond to the numbers and letters in the Braille system, with the printed version of the symbol or letter printed below the bumps.

Trader Joe's recalls multigrain crackers for possible metal contamination

Trader Joe's identified its Multigrain Crackers with Sunflower and Flax Seeds as the product facing the recall, telling shoppers that metal may be in a specific set of best-by dates.

PSL 2023: Here's when Starbucks’ beloved fall drink will return

Pumpkin spice latte fans, it’s time to get your fall attire out early because, according to Starbucks, sweater weather begins now.

Children's beds recalled over strangulation, risk of death

Two children were trapped in the bed rails of the Zipadee Kids convertible house bed frames and Montessori floor beds.

The voice of Mario, Charles Martinet, steps down after nearly 3 decades

Nintendo of America confirmed Monday that Martinet will now serve in the role of “Mario Ambassador,” traveling around the world to promote the beloved plumber, signing autographs and performing Nintendo character voices.

Nissan recalling 236k Sentras over possible steering control problem

Nissan is recalling 236,000 Sentra sedans due to a tie rod in the car’s suspension that could bend or break, causing the driver to lose steering control.

Costco recalls portable chargers after reported fire on commercial flight

Costco is recalling 350,000 portable phone chargers after several reports surfaced of it catching fire, including on a commercial flight. 

Mortgage rates reach highest level in over 20 years

Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.

Walmart, Exxon Mobil team up for gasoline deal

The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.

Hartford man seeks pension help from Contact 6, frustrated by wait

For John Blasky of Hartford, claiming a pension wasn’t easy. The company’s bankruptcy made tracking down his money more complicated.

Shopper shocked by nearly $2,800 grocery bill: ‘Panic mode’

An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.