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Allstar Recalls Sharper Image Tabletop and Infinity Fire Pits Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Burn and Fire Hazards
Allstar Marketing Group of Winston-Salem, North Carolina is recalling Sharper Image-branded tabletop fire pits and tabletop Infinity fire pits. The firm has received four reports of ignited fuel escaping during use, resulting in four injuries, including third and fourth degree burns. Owners are told to stop using the units and seek a full refund.
Why it matters: Fire pits are a burn-risk product, and knowing the exact model and lot details lets a buyer confirm whether a unit in their home is affected.
SHEIN Distribution Corporation Recalls Baby Rattle and Teether Toy Sets Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking; Violate Mandatory Small Parts Ban
SHEIN Distribution Corporation of Los Angeles, California, is recalling its Baby Rattle and Teether Toy Sets, which include seven toys in pastel colors and shapes. The CPSC says the purple and orange knobs can detach, creating a choking hazard for children under three. Consumers can request a refund from SHEIN after affirming they have disposed of the sets.
Kakgold Recalls 4WD Remote-Controlled Car Toys Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of Kakgold 4WD remote-controlled stunt cars, which violate the mandatory toy standard because the remote holds button cell and lithium-ion batteries that children can easily reach. The notice also covers other Kakgold toys, including finger lights and magnetic building cubes. Owners are told to stop using the products and contact Kakgold for a refund.
Arlopu Recalls Slide Playsets Due to Risk of Serious Injury and Death from Head and Neck Entrapment Hazards
Arlopu is recalling its Slide Playsets, model numbers KT-CS17 and LY-31, because the openings can trap a child's head and neck, and on KT-CS17 the basketball net can come unhooked and form a loop. The company has received one report of an entrapment that left abrasions on a child's neck. Owners should stop using the sets and contact Arlopu for a free repair kit.
Vanderhall North America Recalls All Model Year 2024-2026 Brawley Electric Recreational Off-road Vehicles Due to Injury and Crash Hazards
Vanderhall North America is recalling all model year 2024 through 2026 Brawley GTS electric recreational off-road vehicles. The seat belt retractor can lock permanently in the fully retracted position, so a rider could not reset the belt and buckle it while driving. Vanderhall has received 11 reports of the lockup and no injuries.
Bose Recalls Lithium-Ion Battery Packs for S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ Bluetooth Speaker Systems Due to Risk of Injury from Fire and Overheating Hazards
Bose is recalling lithium-ion battery packs for its S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ portable Bluetooth speaker systems because they can overheat and ignite. About 634,759 units were sold in the United States, and about 35,400 in Canada. The firm has received seven reports of melting, smoke or fire, including six involving property damage, and no injuries.
Kikea Store Recalls X-VESOLJE Nursing Pillows Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Suffocation; Violate Mandatory Standards for Nursing Pillows
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of X-VESOLJE nursing pillows, model NP001, sold by Kikea Store. The C-shaped pillows are white with a leaves pattern, dark brown with a multicolored feather pattern, or multicolored puzzle pieces, and they carry no markings or labels. The agency says they violate mandatory nursing pillow standards because they can block an infant's breathing.
Baby Brezza Enterprises Recalls SuperFast Sterilizer Dryers Due to Overheating and Burn Hazards
Baby Brezza Enterprises of Newark, New Jersey, is recalling about 29,000 SuperFast Sterilizer Dryers in the US, with about 4,500 more sold in Canada, after units were found to overheat or melt their plastic housing. The firm has received 32 reports and no injuries. Owners are told to stop using the models BRZ0083, BRZ0154 and BRZ0156 and to contact the company for a free replacement.
U.S. Titan Recalls X-Pro Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Crash Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standard for ATVs
U.S. Titan, of Ontario, California, is recalling X-Pro Eagle youth all-terrain vehicles, 110cc gas-powered models sold in several colors. The speed-adjusting module included with the vehicle can raise top speed above the limit set for children aged six and older, creating a risk of serious injury or death in a crash.
Bodum USA Recalls 5.9 Million French Press Coffee Makers with Replaceable Glass Carafes Due to Risk of Serious Burn Injury
Bodum USA is recalling about 5.9 million French press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes, covering eight named models. The carafe can break during use if it is damaged or cracked, including from stirring with a metal spoon. Bodum has logged 70 breakage reports, 48 of them involving burns.
Loving Thyself Rocks Recalls Crystal Glass Cups Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Ingestion and Laceration Hazards
Loving Thyself Rocks LLC is recalling its Crystal Glass Cups, which hold loose crystal stone chips between two layers of glass and can break while in use, posing risks of ingestion and laceration. The firm has received one report of glass breaking inside a cup while someone was drinking, and no injuries have been reported. Owners are told to stop using the cup and register for a full refund.
How Demi-Fine Jewelry Designers Are Handling Spiking Gold Prices
Gold spot prices rose past $5,000 per ounce by January 2026, a 162% increase over five years, driven by investors seeking safe-haven assets. Demi-fine jewelry brands are responding by raising prices or introducing 10-karat gold pieces, which contain 41.7% pure gold versus 14-karat's 58.3%. One brand reports its solid gold category tripled in sales over 18 months.