Consumer Safety & Recalls: Consumer Reports is urging an immediate recall of Black+Decker PowerCrush BL1230 blenders after finding dangerously high lead levels in models tested, warning of serious health risks. Household & Food Alerts: Louisiana shoppers are being told to check active federal recalls, including a major dried-milk powder recall tied to possible Salmonella exposure that rippled through many downstream products. Counterfeit Crackdown: A consumer group is calling for stronger action against counterfeit and illicit goods, warning they span food, medicines, cosmetics, electronics, and more. Inflation Watch: U.S. consumer inflation jumped 4.2% in May, the fastest pace in three years, driven largely by higher energy prices—adding pressure on household budgets. Retail Pricing & Competition: Bulgaria’s “Care Basket” price-cut initiative is sparking a competition probe after farmers alleged retail-chain pressure to force supply-price cuts. Gift Cards & Scams: Valve is ending physical Steam gift card sales at retailers due to scam abuse, while digital cards will remain available online. Retail & Jobs: UK retail bosses warn taxes and red tape are pricing out youth hiring, as youth unemployment concerns grow. Retail Expansion: MaineHealth Pharmacy opens its first standalone retail storefront in Portland, offering coordinated care, refills, and vaccinations. EV Shift: Ireland data shows electric cars are surging in new registrations, with EVs now a quarter of new car sales. Customer Experience Tech: UniUni is adding parcel insurance to its retail shipping platform via EasyPost, giving SMBs optional shipment protection at checkout.