We trust that these products are tested to be safe. But that’s not always the case. In a new investigation, Consumer Reports found bike helmets that don’t meet basic safety standards sold on major ...

A new investigation found critical safety equipment -- bought from major retailers -- did not meet basic safety standards. 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur has the warning from consumer reports - about ...

According to the U.S. Secret Service, $75 million in counterfeit bills were seized by the Peruvian National Police between 2009 and 2017, yet a counterfeiter reported that most counterfeit ...

Scammers know this, and appeal to it pretty regularly. Fake marketing messages with ridiculous markdowns are a common ploy, for example (no, you aren’t getting Louis Vuitton or a PS5 at that price).

To avoid fake going-out-of-business websites, consumer advocates offer this advice: Verify the website URL Go directly to the official website: Avoid clicking on social media ad links.

One reason he didn't identify the issue on the spot: The counterfeit $100 was made using a clever technique thieves are favoring recently. Unfortunately, Costello isn't the only one to receive payment ...