Mattel recalls 700000 toys over lead paint risk
The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Mattel announce a recall covering about 700,000 Chinese made toys due to excessive lead paint. The action includes 675,000 Barbie accessory toys from 2006 2007 and 8,900 Big Big World Bongo Band toys from Fisher Price sold nationwide July August 2007. Lead exposure risks small children.
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Mobile phones linked to ATMs reshape banking tech
Diebold and NCR, longtime ATM rivals in Ohio, press mobile device strategies to locate ATMs, obtain cash remotely, and enhance security. Diebold holds US patents for directing users to ATMs and remote withdrawals, while NCR’s patents are deployed in Denmark and Singapore. Industry experts note growing consumer adoption, with banks testing mobile banking programs and receipts sent to cell phones or PDAs to curb fraud.
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Sacagawea dollar to get a new look in 2009
Congress approved a redesign of the Sacagawea dollar, with annual reverse scenes commemorating Native American achievements. The coins will continue to depict Sacagawea and her child while showcasing different histories each year. The program aims to boost public and business use of the gold-colored dollar.
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Stocks Rise As Manufacturing Slows Boosts Fed Cut Hopes
Wall Street extends rebound as August manufacturing growth slows and July construction dips ease fears of a sharp downturn. Investors cheer bargains in tech and telecom amid takeover activity while Fed signals readiness to cut rates at the September meeting. Dow up 0.68 percent. GM leads gains on strong August sales. S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise as credit concerns persist.
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Fed urges loan servicers to curb mortgage defaults
The Federal Reserve and banking regulators issued guidance urging mortgage loan servicers to work with borrowers at risk of default. Officials urge proactive steps such as loan modifications or deferring payments to avert foreclosures as resets push monthly payments higher on many subprime and adjustable rate loans.
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