Starbucks Coconut Milk: A Problematic Perk? Ad Alert Starbucks Coconut Milk: A Problematic Perk? Consumers sour on milk after learning of additives in Starbucks coconut product.
Body Fortress Ad Alert Body Fortress This protein powder’s bark may be worse than its bite. Here’s the scoop on the advertised grams.
‘Almay Simply American’ Simply Not True Consumer News ‘Almay Simply American’ Simply Not True TINA.org investigation finds that a vast majority of the company’s cosmetics do not fit the legal standard for Made in USA.
You’re a Millionaire (Not) Ad Alert You’re a Millionaire (Not) Do not give out personal information so readily. A scam may be afoot.
Cardcash.com: Fast Cash Slow Tracked? Ad Alert Cardcash.com: Fast Cash Slow Tracked? Why it may be better to regift next holiday season than to sell your unwanted gift cards to cardcash.com.
Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer Consumer News Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer “I needed to spend that money on hams, not false advertising,” says frustrated consumer.
Are Drugs Masquerading in Your Supplements? Consumer News Are Drugs Masquerading in Your Supplements? New report finds that recalled supplements containing hidden drugs are still available for purchase online.
How to Avoid a Summer Vacation Nightmare Consumer News How to Avoid a Summer Vacation Nightmare Before you book that great getaway deal, you need to ask some questions.
A to Z Cash System Ad Alert A to Z Cash System We saw this marketing email promoting work-at-home opportunities, and it set off our scam bells. Here’s what you need to know about this one: 1. Advertorial: Clicking on the email…
Who’s a Jerk? Consumer News Who’s a Jerk? Social networking site becomes subject of federal complaint.
TINA.org Probe Prompts Financial Publisher to Change Marketing Consumer News TINA.org Probe Prompts Financial Publisher to Change Marketing Investigation finds Stansberry used deceptive tactics in testimonials.
Your Public Info is Exposed Ad Alert Your Public Info is Exposed Is your online information really at risk?
Married but Lonely Ad Alert Married but Lonely We got this email advertisement offering us the chance to “Sleep with Married Women,” and “meet a cheating wife.” An ad is an ad, and we’re not here to judge…
TEFL Certification: Verify Before Paying for Teaching Programs Consumer News TEFL Certification: Verify Before Paying for Teaching Programs Chicago-based TEFL Institute under scrutiny for accreditation claims.
1. Join, 2. Write a Review, 3. Get $5 Credit Consumer News 1. Join, 2. Write a Review, 3. Get $5 Credit Does Amex and TripAdvisor’s new sponsored content program follow FTC regs?
Surface Protection Plus Ad Alert Surface Protection Plus We got this spam email advertising “Surface Protection Plus,” which is a . . . something. The website doesn’t ever explain quite what Surface Protection Plus is, but it appears…
Instant Check Mate Ad Alert Instant Check Mate We recently received this e-mail. Our Malware that sneaks onto your computer software prevents us from opening any of the links, but right off the bat it looks fishy. Here’s…
Discount Club to Provide Refunds in Misleading Marketing Case Consumer News Discount Club to Provide Refunds in Misleading Marketing Case Consumer complain Affinion deceptively charged them for services.
Lasik Vision Institute Ad Alert Lasik Vision Institute We recently received an e-mail advertising services from the Lasik Vision Institute (LVI). Our anti-Malware that sneaks onto your computer software blocked all of the links in the e-mail, which…