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  1. Diesel prices in U.S. top $6 a gallon for first time ever

    Diesel prices in the U.S. have passed a painful new milestone for the transportation industry: $6 a gallon,…
    #NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Business #consumernews #dieselfuel #iran #OilandGas #Russia
    newsbeep.com/us/844447/

  2. Diesel prices are nearing $6 a gallon for the first time ever

    Diesel prices in the U.S. are barreling toward a painful new milestone for the transportation industry: $6 a…
    #NewsBeep #News #Topstories #ConsumerNews #dieselfuel #Headlines #Iran #OilandGas #Russia #TopStories
    newsbeep.com/727133/

  3. Massive #Al buildout poses latest #inflation threat as #consumers pay more for laptops and electricity ~

    Economists estimate elevated #prices of some computer memory chips by as much as 400% by the end of 2026 compared to 2024 prices.

    Laptops, smartphones, video game consoles, computers and other consumer #electronics are also getting more expensive, as well as #electricity "as data centers absorb a growing share of new electrical capacity."

    #ConsumerNews
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    apnews.com/article/ai-inflatio

  4. Spectrum Sued After Massive Data Breach Allegedly Exposes 40 Million Customer Records: What Raleigh Customers Need to Know

    Thousands of Spectrum customers across North Carolina—including many in Raleigh and Wake County—could be impacted after Charter Communications, the parent company of Spectrum, was hit with multiple class-action lawsuits following a massive cybersecurity incident that allegedly exposed the personal information of more than 40 million customers.  

    If you’re a Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile, or Home Phone customer, here’s what you should know.

    What Happened?

    According to multiple lawsuits filed in federal court, hackers allegedly gained access to Spectrum customer information during an April 2026 cyberattack.

    Investigators believe attackers used a voice phishing (vishing) attack to compromise an employee’s account before accessing customer data stored in a Salesforce system. The breach was publicly disclosed in late May 2026.  

    Information That May Have Been Exposed

    The compromised information may include:

    • Full names
    • Home addresses
    • Email addresses
    • Phone numbers
    • Spectrum account details
    • Customer support records
    • Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI)
    • Service plan information

    At this time, investigators continue to determine the full scope of the breach.  

    How Does This Affect Raleigh and North Carolina Customers?

    Spectrum is one of the largest internet and cable providers serving Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Wake Forest, Knightdale, Garner, Apex, and much of the Triangle.

    If you’re currently a Spectrum customer—or were one during early 2026—you may have had information included in the breach.

    Even if no financial information was exposed, cybercriminals often use stolen personal data to:

    • Launch phishing scams
    • Commit identity theft
    • Attempt account takeovers
    • Create convincing scam emails or phone calls

    Customers should remain alert for suspicious emails, text messages, and phone calls claiming to be from Spectrum.

    What Should Spectrum Customers Do?

    Security experts recommend:

    • Change your Spectrum password immediately.
    • Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) whenever available.
    • Monitor bank and credit card accounts for suspicious activity.
    • Place a fraud alert or security freeze with the major credit bureaus if necessary.
    • Watch for an official notification from Spectrum regarding your account.
    • Be cautious of unsolicited calls requesting personal information.

    Can Raleigh Customers Join the Lawsuit?

    Several proposed class-action lawsuits have already been filed against Charter Communications.

    Generally, you may qualify if:

    • You were a Spectrum customer during the affected time period.
    • Your personal information was exposed.
    • You receive an official data breach notification from Spectrum.

    At this stage, these lawsuits are proposed class actions, meaning no settlement has been reached and no court has determined liability.  

    How to Join the Lawsuit

    If you believe you were affected:

    1. Keep any letter or email you receive from Spectrum regarding the breach.
    2. Document any fraudulent activity or identity theft.
    3. Contact an attorney handling Spectrum data breach cases if you’re interested in participating.
    4. Monitor official court filings and settlement websites for future updates if the cases are certified as class actions.  

    Remember that joining a lawsuit is optional. If the cases later become certified class actions and result in a settlement, eligible customers are often notified about how to submit a claim.

    Bottom Line

    For many Raleigh-area residents, Spectrum is their primary provider for internet, television, and mobile service. While there is currently no evidence that every customer’s data has been misused, the alleged exposure of up to 40 million customer records highlights the growing importance of monitoring personal information and practicing good cybersecurity habits.

    DoRaleigh.com will continue following developments and provide updates if new information, settlements, or customer notifications become available.

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    #BusinessNews #CharterCommunications #ClassActionLawsuit #ConsumerNews #CyberSecurity #DataBreach2026 #DoRaleigh #IdentityTheft #News #NorthCarolinaNews #RaleighInternetProviders #RaleighLocalNews #RaleighNCNews #RaleighTechnologyNews #SpectrumCustomers #SpectrumDataBreach #SpectrumLawsuit #WakeCountyNews
  5. Boon NURSH 8 oz Reusable Baby Bottles Can Disintegrate. The hard plastic outer shell can bubble or partially peel off creating loose pieces of film-like plastic that pose a choking hazard for babies. #BabyRecall #ParentAlert #InfantSafety #ProductRecall #ConsumerNews
    instagram.com/p/DZdEJsmuC_o/

  6. Squirrels hungry for three cars’ plant-based parts caused $30,000 in damage, Carol Stream man says

    A driver in Carol Stream says a band of hungry squirrels caused nearly $30,000 in damage to three…
    #Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #BMW #autoindustry #automakers #CarolStream #ConsumerNews
    europesays.com/germany/30000/

  7. DEALS AND DISCLOSURES: A LANDSCAPE OF PROMISES AND VACUUMS

    On Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, Best Buy's website showed international pages instead of deals for US customers. This blocked access to potential offers.

    #BestBuy, #OnlineDeals, #WebsiteError, #May52026, #ConsumerNews

    newsletter.tf/best-buy-interna

  8. Best Buy's website showed international pages instead of deals for US customers on May 5th, 2026. This is different from previous days when deals were available.

    #BestBuy, #OnlineDeals, #WebsiteError, #May52026, #ConsumerNews
    newsletter.tf/best-buy-interna

  9. Volkswagen celebrates 15 years at Chattanooga Plant

    Volkswagen emblem | MGN CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Volkswagen Group of America’s Chattanooga Plant is celebrating 15 years since…
    #Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #Volkswagen #Chattanooga #ConsumerNews #jobs #local #technology
    europesays.com/germany/25808/

  10. Oil and gas prices to remain high in Europe at least until the end of 2027, officials say

    NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — European Union officials said Friday that Europeans can expect oil and gas prices to remain above…
    #Economy #ConsumerNews #EconomyofEU #EconomyoftheEU #Energy #EUeconomy #Europe #Inflation #Iran #oil #prices
    europesays.com/3012944/

  11. Allianz Life data breach affects majority of 1.4 million U.S. customers, insurance company says

    Hackers gained access to personal data on the majority of the 1.4 million customers of Allianz Life Insurance…
    #Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #Allianz #AllianzLifeInsuranceCompanyofNorthAmerica #ConsumerNews #databreach
    europesays.com/germany/20618/

  12. Canadians may be impacted as Spirit Airlines shuts down operations ‘effective immediately’ globalnews.ca/news/1182748... #Canada #Travel #Airlines #ConsumerNews

    Canadians may be impacted as S...

  13. Giữa lúc giá cả nhiều mặt hàng đang tăng, Saigon Co.op chủ động giảm giá lên đến 30% cho các sản phẩm thiết yếu như thịt, cá, và rau củ. Đây là một phần của chuỗi ưu đãi kích cầu mua sắm lớn dịp cuối năm nhằm bình ổn giá và hỗ trợ người tiêu dùng.

    #SaigonCoop #BìnhỔnGiá #GiảmGiá #TiêuDùng #ViệtNam
    #PriceDrop #Groceries #ConsumerNews #Vietnam

    vtcnews.vn/saigon-co-op-chu-do

  14. Mediterranean Diet Might Protect Dental Health | Health

    Key Takeaways The Mediterranean diet might help a person’s oral health People following that eating pattern had a lower risk of gum disease Eating lots of red meat increased a person’s risk of poor oral health …
    #dining #cooking #diet #food #mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanFood #consumernews #dentalcare #Mediterranean #nutrition
    diningandcooking.com/2298049/m

  15. Mediterranean Diet Might Protect Dental Health | Health

    Key Takeaways The Mediterranean diet might help a person’s oral health People following that eating pattern had a lower risk of gum disease Eating lots of red meat increased a person’s risk of poor oral health kA…
    #dining #cooking #diet #food #mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanFood #consumernews #dentalcare #Mediterranean #nutrition
    diningandcooking.com/2297354/m

  16. Mediterranean Diet Can Protect Against Type 2 Diabetes | Health

    Key Takeaways The Mediterranean diet can protect against type 2 diabetes The diet reduced type 2 diabetes risk by 31% among overweight and obese people, when combined with calorie…
    #dining #cooking #diet #food #mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanFood #consumernews #Diabetes #Mediterranean #mediterraneanfood #nutrition
    diningandcooking.com/2252320/m

  17. Check your Amazon account. They're issuing refunds for unresolved returns, some from 2018, due to past communication failures. Many are getting surprise cash back amid a refund lawsuit. #AmazonRefunds #ConsumerNews #TechPayout

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