Jane King discusses the latest business headlines, including the top-rated after-school snacks and the ongoing investigation into Kroger for price gouging.
Chicken products recalled for metal objects
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Perdue has issued a recall for frozen, ready-to-eat chicken products due to the potential presence of foreign metals.
The products that have been recalled are Perdue Simply Smart organic breaded chicken breast nuggets, Butcherbox organic chicken breast nuggets, and Perdue chicken breast tenders.
The products are recommended to be consumed before March 23, 2025.
Consumers are advised by the government to either dispose of the chicken or return it to the place of purchase in order to receive a refund.
Senators investigate Kroger over digital pricing concerns
Democratic senators are currently investigating Kroger, a grocery store chain, regarding their use of electronic shelving labels, also known as digital price tags.
They are worried about the practice of “dynamic pricing,” which involves increasing prices when there is a high demand for a product, such as chicken wings during the Super Bowl.
Digital prices offer the convenience of adjusting prices instantly and effortlessly.
The senators have not found any evidence yet, so the investigation is currently based on speculation.
New device lets you keep tabs on your metabolism
As summer comes to a close, a lot of us are seeking to regain our health.
Kathryn Emery and Chip Wade have developed a remarkable device called the Lumen Handheld Metabolic Coach. This innovative tool allows you to simply breathe into it and instantly receive an accurate measurement of your metabolism. It provides a real-time snapshot of your metabolic state at that precise moment.
The Lumen device has the ability to provide you with personalized information about the diet and exercise that would be most effective in optimizing your metabolism for the day.
Sweet treats make back-to-school life better
More than 80% of parents are striving to create a magical back-to-school experience for their elementary school children, and a significant part of that involves providing them with the perfect snacks.
According to a survey conducted by Keebler and Talker Research, cookies emerged as one of the top three favorite sweet treats among both children and parents. In fact, cookies claimed the number one spot among kids.
New rules on realtor pay take effect
As of Saturday, a fresh set of regulations governing the practices of most real estate professionals has come into effect.
The rules aim to revolutionize how realtors receive their payment and determine who is responsible for paying them.
Before an agent can show a home to potential buyers, they will need to have them sign a form. Additionally, sellers may be asked to significantly reduce the commission they pay during the sale of their home.
Sellers are not required to offer commissions to buyer agents, allowing them to potentially keep more of the money from selling their property.
