Rowenta Recalls X-Force Flex Cordless Vacuum Cleaners Over Lithium-Ion Battery That Can Overheat And Cause Fire

Groupe SEB USA, doing business as Rowenta USA, has recalled approximately 3,660 Rowenta X-Force Flex cordless vacuum cleaners after the lithium-ion battery in the vacuum’s handle was found to overheat and potentially ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard. The recall was announced July 2, 2026. Rowenta has received two U.S. reports of overheating or […]
Carbon Monoxide from Home Appliances: The Silent Killer Living Inside Your House

Most people know carbon monoxide is dangerous — but few realize it can be produced silently and lethally by the appliances already running inside their home. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas produced by the incomplete burning of fuels including natural gas, propane, […]
FDA: Use Eye Cosmetics Safely

FDA safety experts provide tips to protect your eyes when using cosmetics around the eyes. Whether you’re applying makeup every day, for a special occasion, or for a performance, it’s important to be especially careful around your eyes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates all cosmetics marketed in the U.S., including mascaras, eye shadows, […]