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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Foundry Coke
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Foundry Coke
The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain foundry coke. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission's notice of investigation.
The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of SunCoke Technology and Development LLC of Lisle, Illinois, and Jewell Coke Company L.P. of Lisle, Illinois, on June 15, 2026. Letters supplementing
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Foundry Coke
The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain foundry coke. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission's notice of investigation.
The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of SunCoke Technology and Development LLC of Lisle, Illinois, and Jewell Coke Company L.P. of Lisle, Illinois, on June 15, 2026. Letters supplementingthe complaint were filed on July 1, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain foundry coke that infringes certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainants. The complainants request that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders.
The USITC has identified the following respondents in this investigation:
* MTX Group, a.s., Prague, Czech Republic
* OKK Koksovny, a.s., Ostrava-Privoz, Czech Republic
* METALIMEX a.s., Prague, Czech Republic
* METALIMEX Deutschland GmbH, Duisburg, Germany
* AMEX Coal Sp. z o.o., Sopot, Poland
* Italiana Coke S.r.l., Genova, Italy
* Terminal Alti Fondali Savona S.r.l., Savona, Italy
By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1512), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC's Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC's administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission.
The USITC will make a final determination in the investigation at the earliest practicable time. Within 45 days after institution of the investigation, the USITC will set a target date for completing the investigation. USITC remedial orders in section 337 cases are effective when issued and become final 60 days after issuance unless disapproved for policy reasons by the U.S. Trade Representative within that 60-day period.
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Original text here: https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2026/er0716_68934.htm
FCC Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau Issues Public Notice: Chairman Carr Announces Additional Appointments to Native Nations Communications Task Force, Date of First Meeting
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Federal Communications Commission Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau issued the following public notice (Docket No. DA 26-737):
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Chairman Brendan Carr today announced the appointment of five additional Tribal members to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC or Commission) Native Nations Communications Task Force (Task Force). The Task Force is comprised of elected and appointed leaders, or their designees, from a broad cross section of Native Nations, as well as senior staff and decision-makers from across the Commission.
The appointment of the additional
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Federal Communications Commission Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau issued the following public notice (Docket No. DA 26-737):
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Chairman Brendan Carr today announced the appointment of five additional Tribal members to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC or Commission) Native Nations Communications Task Force (Task Force). The Task Force is comprised of elected and appointed leaders, or their designees, from a broad cross section of Native Nations, as well as senior staff and decision-makers from across the Commission.
The appointment of the additionalTribal members raises the total current number of Tribal Task Force members from 20 to 25. The FCC's members will remain at five.
Bambi Kraus, Chief of the FCC's Office of Native Affairs and Policy, serves as Task Force Co-Chair. A Tribal Co-Chair will be elected by the Tribal members of the Task Force.
BACKGROUND
In December 2024, the FCC released a Public Notice announcing the appointment of 21 Tribal members and five FCC members to the Task Force./1 The FCC determined that increasing the number of Tribal Task Force members to 25 would provide the Task Force with a more comprehensive and diverse perspective on communications issues on Tribal lands./2 Members will serve for three years, starting from the date of the first Task Force meeting in 2026. The Task Force will conduct its first meeting, to be held virtually, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
MISSION
The Task Force's mission is to provide guidance, expertise, and recommendations to specific requests from the FCC on a range of telecommunications issues that directly or indirectly affect Tribal governments and their people. This will enhance the FCC's ability to carry out its statutory responsibilities to ensure the availability of communications by wire and radio and encourage broadband deployment to all Americans.
MEMBERS OF THE NATIVE NATIONS COMMUNICATIONS TASK FORCE
The additional appointed Tribal Task Force members are:
The Honorable Troy Adkins, Chickahominy Tribe
The Honorable Jacob Keyes, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
Godfrey Enjady, Mescalero Apache Telecom, Inc.
Linnea Jackson, Hoopa Valley Public Utilities District
Danae Wilson, Nez Perce Tribe
EXEMPTION FROM THE FEDERAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT
The Task Force, composed exclusively of Tribal officials, is not subject to the procedures set forth in the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA)/3 because of an exemption provided under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA)./4 The UMRA exemption is intended to promote the free exchange of ideas between officials of the federal government and state, local and tribal governments (or their designated employees) on matters of common interest while meeting in closed sessions./5 Accordingly, meetings of the Task Force are not open to the public.
ACCESSIBLE FORMATS
To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities (Braille, large print, electronic files, audio format), send an e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or call the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau at (202) 418-0530 (voice) or (202) 418-0432 (TTY).
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information, please contact the Office of Native Affairs and Policy at Native@fcc.gov.
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Footnotes:
1/ Chairwoman Rosenworcel Appoints Native Nations Communications Task Force Members, Public Notice, 37 FCC Rcd 1069 (2024).
2/ Since the original appointment of members in 2024, one Tribal Task Force vacancy was created due to attrition.
3/ See 5 U.S.C. App.2.
4/ See 2 U.S.C. Sec. 1534(b).
5/ UMRA permits federal officials or their designated employees to speak with their state, local, and tribal counterparts without implicating the FACA as long as a two-part test set forth in 2 U.S.C. Sec. 1534(b) is satisfied: "(1) meetings are held exclusively between federal officials and elected officers of state, local, and tribal governments (or their designated employees with authority to act on their behalf) acting in their official capacities"; and (2) "such meetings are solely for the purpose of exchanging views, information, or advice relating to the management or implementation of federal programs established pursuant to statute, that explicitly or inherently share intergovernmental responsibilities or administration."
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-737A1.pdf
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Oitnlaughter LED Finger Lights
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Oitnlaughter LED Finger Lights
Hazard: The recalled finger lights violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because they contain button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 1,012
Consumer Contact: Delightmi by email at delightmi@outlook.com.
Recall
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Oitnlaughter LED Finger Lights
Hazard: The recalled finger lights violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because they contain button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 1,012
Consumer Contact: Delightmi by email at delightmi@outlook.com.
RecallDetails
Description: This recall involves Oitnlaughter-branded LED Finger Lights. They were sold in sets of 36 multi-colored lights. Each finger light has three internal button cell batteries that power projections of the six animal designs (tiger, elephant, rabbit, panda, butterfly and duck) when the finger light is activated.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled toys immediately, take them away from children and contact Delightmi for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to properly dispose of the finger lights into the trash and send a photo of the disposed product to delightmi@outlook.com.
Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Amazon.com from July 2025 through April 2026 for about $14.
Retailer: Shenzhen Dami Trading Co., Ltd., dba Delightmi, of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-617
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Oitnlaughter-Projecting-Finger-Light-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Delightmi
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Noerishia Adult Portable Bed Rails
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Noerishia Adult Portable Bed Rails
Hazard: The recalled bed rails violate the mandatory standard for adult portable bed rails because users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress, posing a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. In addition, the bed rails do not bear the required hazard warning labels.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 504
Consumer Contact: Hurzein by email
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Noerishia Adult Portable Bed Rails
Hazard: The recalled bed rails violate the mandatory standard for adult portable bed rails because users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress, posing a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. In addition, the bed rails do not bear the required hazard warning labels.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 504
Consumer Contact: Hurzein by emailat NoerishiaBedRailsRecall@outlook.com.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Noerishia adult portable bed rails. The bed rails come in black, measure 24 inches wide by 36 inches tall, are made of carbon steel, and weigh 8.4 pounds. "Model: KDB-504B" and "Batch: SO2025111104" are printed on the product packaging. The Noerishia branding "Noerishia" and "Model: KDB-504B" are printed on the instruction manual.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled adult portable bed rails immediately and contact Hurzein for a refund. Consumers will be asked to cut off the grey foam handgrip padding and cut the securing straps in half to render them unusable, then take a photo of the destroyed bed rail and send it to NoerishiaBedRailsRecall@outlook.com.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Amazon.com from March 2026 through April 2026 for about $100.
Retailer: Dongguan Shinneng Huizheng Network Technology Co., Ltd., dba Hurzein
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-627
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Noerishia-Adult-Portable-Bed-Rails-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-and-Asphyxiation-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Adult-Portable-Bed-Rails-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Hurzein
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Madewell Double V-Neck Pullover & V-Neck Cardigan Sweaters
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Madewell Double V-Neck Pullover and V-Neck Cardigan Sweaters
Hazard: The recalled sweaters violate the mandatory standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of serious burn injuries or death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 5,900
Consumer Contact: Madewell toll-free at 866-544-1937 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, email at 24-7@madewell.com, or online at www.madewell.com/c/product-recall/ or Madewell.com and click "Recall" for more
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Madewell Double V-Neck Pullover and V-Neck Cardigan Sweaters
Hazard: The recalled sweaters violate the mandatory standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of serious burn injuries or death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 5,900
Consumer Contact: Madewell toll-free at 866-544-1937 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, email at 24-7@madewell.com, or online at www.madewell.com/c/product-recall/ or Madewell.com and click "Recall" for moreinformation.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves two styles of Madewell-branded Double V-Neck Pullover and V-Neck Cardigan women's sweaters. The sweaters were sold with or without buttons in light blue and cream and in sizes XS through L. The sweaters have long sleeves and a V-neck. "Madewell" and the size are printed on the neck label and "Style #NT611" or "Style #NT612" and "HO24" on the sewn-in side seam label.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and contact Madewell for a full refund in the original form of payment or store credit. Consumers will be asked to destroy the sweaters by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed sweater to 24-7@madewell.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed product.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of the sweater catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Madewell and T.J. Maxx stores nationwide and online at Madewell.com from December 2024 through October 2025 for between $138 and $148.
Importer(s): J. Crew Group, LLC of New York, New York
Distributor(s): Madewell Inc., of New York, New York
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-625
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Madewell-Recalls-Womens-Sweaters-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Burn-Hazard-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Textiles
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Electric Toaster Ovens
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Electric Toaster Ovens
Hazard: The power cord insulation can be insufficient due to a protective fiberglass sleeve not covering it adequately, posing a risk of shock and/or fire hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 11,480 (In addition, about 2,184 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact: Panasonic toll-free at 888-943-2391 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at Panasonic6895@sedgwick.com and online at shop.panasonic.com/toaster-oven-recall
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Electric Toaster Ovens
Hazard: The power cord insulation can be insufficient due to a protective fiberglass sleeve not covering it adequately, posing a risk of shock and/or fire hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 11,480 (In addition, about 2,184 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact: Panasonic toll-free at 888-943-2391 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at Panasonic6895@sedgwick.com and online at shop.panasonic.com/toaster-oven-recallfor more information.
Recall Details
In Conjunction With:
Description: This recall involves all Panasonic Electric Toaster Ovens, Model No. NB-G200. The Electric Toaster Ovens are stainless steel with the temperature knob located on the bottom. The brand name Panasonic is written on the front of the product. The Electric Toaster has six cooking menus with pre-set buttons, with a digital timer (up to 25 minutes) and temperature settings (250-Degree F to 500-Degree F). The model number is located on the name plate label on the back of the Electric Toaster Oven.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled Electric Toaster Oven immediately and contact Panasonic for a full refund.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been four consumer reports of tripped circuit breakers or outlets, and one report that the product stopped working. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Sold Online At: Amazon.com, Costco.com, Panasonic.com and other online platforms nationwide from October 2024 through April 2026 for about $170.
Manufacturer(s): Panasonic Manufacturing (Xiamen) Co., Ltd, of Xiamen, Fujian, China
Importer(s): Panasonic Corporation of North America, of Newark, New Jersey
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-618
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Panasonic-Recalls-Electric-Toaster-Ovens-Due-to-Shock-and-Fire-Hazards
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Cat & Jack Children's Sandals
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Cat & Jack Children's Sandals
Hazard: The sandals' decorative pearls can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a choking hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 211,000
Consumer Contact: Target toll-free at 800-591-3869 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT daily, online at www.target.com/help/articles/news-safety/product-recalls or at www.target.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Description:
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WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Cat & Jack Children's Sandals
Hazard: The sandals' decorative pearls can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a choking hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Units: About 211,000
Consumer Contact: Target toll-free at 800-591-3869 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT daily, online at www.target.com/help/articles/news-safety/product-recalls or at www.target.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Description:This recall involves Cat & Jack-branded children's sandals. The sandals are tan and have two raffia straps with gold buckles and plastic pearls. The brand is printed on the shoe's sole and bottom. The sandals were sold in sizes 5T through 12T.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled sandals immediately, take them away from children and contact Target for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to return the sandals to any store or use a prepaid label to return the sandals by mail.
Incidents/Injuries: Target has received 23 reports of the shoe's pearls falling off. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Target stores nationwide and online at target.com from January 2026 through May 2026 for about $20.
Importer(s): Target, of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Manufactured In: Cambodia
Recall number: 26-629
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Target-Recalls-Cat-Jack-Childrens-Sandals-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Choking-Hazard
