Ad blockers under fire: Germany’s Federal Supreme Court has revived a case over whether ad blockers unlawfully alter protected web code, a move that could imperil popular browser extensions — find out what’s next.
Parental consent holds for now: Earlier this month, the Supreme Court declined to block Mississippi’s law requiring minors to obtain parental approval before accessing major social-media platforms while litigation continues — find out what’s next.
Social Security speeds up service: The SSA says faster online, phone and in-person channels saved Americans 43 million hours last year, though some beneficiaries still face long hold times — see if it shortens your wait.
Werner recalls dangerous ladders: Werner is recalling about 122,250 Multi-Max Pro ladders sold from Nov. 2021 through Feb. 2024 after 18 reported falls and 14 injuries tied to a jamming locking mechanism — find out how to register.
Ford headlight recall alert: Ford is recalling 21,765 of its 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang Mach-E and Mustang models after LED driver modules may fail—free dealer repairs begin once owner letters go out Aug. 25 — see if your vehicle is affected.
Other national stories this week
- Hurricane Erin threatens dangerous East Coast surf
- Newsmax faces $67 million Dominion settlement
- US stagflation risks loom over world markets
- Five critical facts about Social Security COLAs
- NHTSA recalls commercial vehicles starting Aug. 18
- Lincoln recalls Nautilus again over pinching windows
