The Takata airbag recall began all the way back in 2014, when the dangerously defective combination of propellant and assembly became clear. The shrapnel-shooting airbags have been linked to at least 14 deaths so far. Earlier this month, they sadly claimed a 15th life — but not of anyone who was driving or even inside of a vehicle. [More]
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In Memoriam: John “Tax Dad” Northrup (1939-2015)
April 8, 2015
Today, the Consumerist family mourns the passing — and celebrates the life — of our own Tax Dad, John Northrup. He not only provided helpful tax advice to readers of the site, but was also the loving father of our Laura Northrup. He will be missed, but not forgotten. [More]
Dog That Escaped From Delta Flight Found Dead
By 1.3.11
Right before Christmas, we brought you the story of a dog that had escaped from its crate while being transferred between two Delta flights in Atlanta. Unfortunately, news reports say the dog was discovered dead near a highway over the weekend. [More]
