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Kyäni

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Kyäni

Questionable claims about the King of Fruits.

Do ‘Original’ Prices Really Even Exist?

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Do ‘Original’ Prices Really Even Exist?

Shopping for a spring wardrobe? Here’s what you need to know about price tags.

Fragrant Jewels

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Fragrant Jewels

Reader alerts TINA.org to ring candle purveyor.

Step2 Halts Made in the USA Marketing Following TINA.org Probe

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Step2 Halts Made in the USA Marketing Following TINA.org Probe

TINA.org probe finds that 90 percent of the company’s products are wholly or partially made outside the U.S.

Steuart’s Pain Formula

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Steuart’s Pain Formula

Natural pain relief claims referred to federal agency for review.

Lillian Vernon

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Lillian Vernon

What’s really on sale at Lillian Vernon?

Walmart Made in USA Misrepresentations Not Wiped Clean As Promised

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Walmart Made in USA Misrepresentations Not Wiped Clean As Promised

Ad Watchdog’s Review Finds Persistent Issues MADISON, Conn., Oct. 26, 2015 — To help close an inquiry into false and deceptive Made in the USA claims on its website, Walmart assured…

Former FTC Economist Calls for Federal Pyramid Scheme Rule

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Former FTC Economist Calls for Federal Pyramid Scheme Rule

FTC case-by-case prosecution of pyramid schemes not enough to deter them.

Staples ‘Deal’ on Google Gone in a Flash

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Staples ‘Deal’ on Google Gone in a Flash

A cautionary tale for consumers who shop on Google.

Beware of Credit Card Updating Services

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Beware of Credit Card Updating Services

Is your bank giving out information on changes to your credit card accounts?

Michael Kors to Change Alleged Deceptive Outlet Store Pricing Tags

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Michael Kors to Change Alleged Deceptive Outlet Store Pricing Tags

Company will bag MSRP tag that lawsuit alleged was deceiving consumers.

US Senator Urges FTC to Step Up Made in USA Policing

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US Senator Urges FTC to Step Up Made in USA Policing

Letter to agency follows TINA.org complaint to FTC regarding USA misrepresentation on Walmart.com.

Key Realty

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Key Realty

‘Tis the season for home buying. But remember: Listings that appear too good to be true often are.

The Children’s Place

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The Children’s Place

We’re sending this ad to the corner.

Study Calls on FDA to Act on Stimulant Found in Weight-Loss Products

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Study Calls on FDA to Act on Stimulant Found in Weight-Loss Products

Amphetamine-like ingredient found in Acacia rigidula dietary supplements could trigger harmful reactions.

Samsung Galaxy S5

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Samsung Galaxy S5

A phone that is only “water resistant” under the right circumstances.

Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

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Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

TINA.org investigation finds more than 100 USA labeling errors.

Walmart.com Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

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Walmart.com Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

Ad Watchdog’s Investigation Prompts Change MADISON, CONN. June 29, 2015 — Walmart is going all out for American manufacturing, pledging to buy billions of dollars in American products. But an…

Jo-Ann’s Wool Yarns