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FTC Reports 258M Phone Numbers on Do Not Call Registry as Robocalls Rise

The Federal Trade Commission's biennial report to Congress shows 258 million phone numbers registered on the National Do Not Call Registry by the end of fiscal year 2025, while complaint filings increased to 2.6 million as robocall violations continue to plague consumers despite enforcement efforts.

•258 million phone numbers now registered on Do Not Call Registry, up 4.8 million from previous fiscal year
•FTC received 2.6 million Do Not Call complaints in FY 2025, primarily involving robocalls rather than live telemarketing
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FTC Opens $4.5M Refund Process for NGL App Users Hit by Deceptive Charges

The Federal Trade Commission has launched a refund claims process for consumers who were charged without authorization for subscriptions to the anonymous messaging app NGL. The move follows a $4.5 million settlement after the FTC alleged NGL deceived users with fake messages and unauthorized recurring charges.

•FTC opened refund claims process for NGL users charged without authorization for app subscriptions
•Settlement requires NGL to pay $4.5 million after allegations of fake messages and deceptive marketing to minors
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Connecticut Company Recalls 5 Hummus Varieties Over Undeclared Sesame

Carrot Top Country Kitchens LLC has issued a Class II recall of five hummus varieties due to undeclared sesame, posing serious health risks to consumers with sesame allergies. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is warning the public about the recalled products distributed from the company's Bridgeport facility.

•Five varieties of hummus recalled due to undeclared sesame allergen
•Class II recall classification indicates potential for temporary or reversible adverse health consequences
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Disney Fined $10M for Unlawful Collection of Children's Data on YouTube

A federal judge approved a $10 million settlement requiring Disney to pay penalties for violating children's privacy laws by improperly labeling YouTube videos, which enabled the collection of personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.

•Disney must pay $10 million for violating COPPA by failing to properly label YouTube videos as 'Made for Kids'
•The mislabeling enabled collection of personal data from children under 13 without required parental consent
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FDA Report Finds Insufficient Data on PFAS Safety in Cosmetics

The FDA released a congressionally mandated report under the 2022 Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act finding insufficient data to determine the safety of PFAS chemicals in cosmetic products. The report highlights significant gaps in safety information for these persistent chemicals commonly used in beauty and personal care products.

•FDA released congressionally mandated report under 2022 Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act evaluating PFAS in cosmetics
•Agency found insufficient data to determine safety of PFAS chemicals in beauty and personal care products
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Gold Star Distribution Recalls FDA Products in 3 States Over Animal Contamination

Gold Star Distribution Inc. has issued a comprehensive recall of all FDA-regulated products across three states due to rodent and avian contamination at its facilities. The recall affects drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, human foods, and pet foods distributed by the company.

•Gold Star Distribution recalls all FDA-regulated products across three states due to rodent and avian contamination
•Recall affects drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, human foods, and pet foods distributed by the company
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FDA: Iowa Pet Food Company Recalls Dog Biscuits Over Salmonella Risk

Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC of Sioux City, Iowa has issued a voluntary recall of two varieties of dog biscuits due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall affects 4-pound bags of Country Vet Biscuits and Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits, posing health risks to both pets and their owners.

•Voluntary recall covers Country Vet Biscuits Original Meaty Flavor and Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits Meaty Flavor with Chicken in 4-pound bags
•Salmonella contamination poses health risks to both pets and humans who handle contaminated products
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Gregory's Foods Recalls Cookie Dough Over Undeclared Peanut Risk

Gregory's Foods, Inc. of Eagan, Minnesota has voluntarily recalled 2-pound 8.5-ounce packages of "Bag Full of Cookies" White Chocolate Macadamia Nut frozen cookie dough due to potential undeclared peanut allergens. The recall was prompted by packaging errors where Monster Cookie Dough containing peanuts may have been placed in bags labeled for the macadamia nut variety.

•Gregory's Foods recalled 2-pound 8.5-ounce packages of White Chocolate Macadamia Nut frozen cookie dough due to undeclared peanuts
•Packaging error resulted in Monster Cookie Dough containing peanuts being placed in bags labeled for peanut-free macadamia nut variety
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FDA Issues Allergy Alert for Mustard Product with Undeclared Wheat

Newway Import Inc. of La Puente, California has issued a voluntary recall of its "Preserved Mustard in Soybean Oil" product under the Cai Hua Xiang brand due to the presence of undeclared wheat. The recall poses a serious health risk to individuals with wheat allergies or celiac disease.

•Newway Import Inc. recalls "Preserved Mustard in Soybean Oil" for undeclared wheat allergen
•Product sold under Cai Hua Xiang brand poses serious risk to consumers with wheat allergies
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CFTC Acting Chairman Caroline Pham Announces Departure

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham announced her departure from the agency on December 22, 2025, ending nearly a year-long tenure that began following President Trump's inauguration. Pham led the CFTC during a period focused on digital asset regulation and market innovation.

•Pham served as Acting Chairman for nearly 11 months after Trump's inauguration in January 2025
•Her departure comes as CFTC prepares for expanded oversight of digital assets, crypto, and prediction markets
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