We've covered our fair share of product recalls over the years, but this one almost certainly takes the cake when looking at pure zaniness. Canon has recalled its EOS Rebel T4i -- some 68,200 units -- "due to a risk of allergic reaction." You read that right. As the story goes, a chemical used in the camera's rubber grips "can result in a reaction … [Read more...]
Canon recalls 68,200 EOS Rebel T4i DSLRs, says rubber grips can lead to skin rash
August 15, 2012 by
Rubber bullet ends confrontation
June 29, 2012 by
A 40 minute stand-off between police and an agitated man ended with the use of a rubber bullet. Vancouver Police Inspector Joanne Boyle says attempts to talk to the man failed so they shot him with a rubber bullet. The man was angry but empty handed. When asked why all the officers and a violent take down, instead of just making an arrest, … [Read more...]