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Maclaren Recalls One Million Strollers; Reports of Fingertips Amputated
Washington (ABC) -- British stroller maker Maclaren and the CPSC is recalling one million strollers after reports of children's fingertips getting amputated by a hinge on the strollers.
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Disney Issuing Baby Einstein Refunds
Rochester, N.Y. -- Disney is offering refunds to parents who purchased the "Baby Einstein" DVD series of up to $15.99 for each DVD. Video Video
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AP: Clunker Pickups Traded for New Pickups
Washington (AP) -- The most common deals under the Cash for Clunkers program, aimed at putting more fuel-efficient cars on the road, replaced old Ford or Chevrolet pickups with new ones that got only marginally better gas mileage.
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Outdoor Product Recalls
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