Retail & Consumer Safety: California Highway Patrol says it recovered $1.05M in stolen goods during a National Organized Retail Crime Blitz, arresting 97 suspects and targeting organized theft networks. Food Recalls: USDA recalled 1,626 pounds of pickled goat and chicken products sold nationwide because they weren’t properly inspected. Household Costs & Utilities: PNM in New Mexico blames summer heat and delayed meter readings for bills reported above $220, while Bournemouth Water urges conservation after wildfire-driven demand spikes. Consumer Finance: Australia’s superannuation reforms aim to strengthen protections after high-profile fund collapses, and a separate report warns home-loan rewards can steer borrowers toward worse rates. Shopping & Privacy: A new lawsuit accuses Logitech of keeping tariff-driven price hikes from customers, and Oklahoma City renews Flock license-plate cameras with added storage/search limits. Product & Retail Moves: Lidl sells a £5.99 “glare-free” under-cabinet light, while Mathmos backs clearer “Made in Britain” labeling as shoppers want easier proof of origin. Energy & Policy: South Africa proposes a major electricity pricing overhaul to loosen Eskom’s grip, and Duke Energy faces calls for consumer guardrails as data-center demand drives new gas plans.