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  • A woman in an apron smiles at a child in a cozy, warmly lit kitchen decorated with string lights. A roasted turkey and side dishes are on the counter, suggesting a festive meal preparation.

    Press Release

    New Report Highlights Hidden Fire Risks in Holiday Traditions and How to Celebrate More Safely

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    Press Release

    New Report: As Rechargeable Batteries Power More of Our Lives, Safety Risks Emerge

  • A man and a child smile at each other while packing a suitcase. The man holds a tablet, and the child excitedly holds travel documents and a boarding pass in a bright, sunlit room.

    Press Release

    New Report Shows Battery Incidents on Passenger Flights Continue to Rise

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  • A woman and a young girl sit on a bed, smiling and packing clothes into an open suitcase together, with large windows in the background letting in natural light.

    Reports

    Lithium-Ion Battery Incidents in Aviation: 2025 Data Review

  • A cargo airplane is being loaded with freight using a conveyor belt vehicle at an airport. A worker in a reflective vest manages the process. The sky is cloudy and other cargo is visible nearby.

    Reports

    Rising Incidents, Shifting Responsibility: Lithium Batteries in the Aviation Cargo Supply Chain

  • A person sitting cross-legged on a colorful patchwork rug checks their blood sugar level with a glucose meter. They wear a smartwatch and hold the device near their finger. A black case is beside them.

    Reports

    From Implicit Trust to Strategic Advantage: The Role of Standards in Digital Health

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  • A hand holding a rectangular, iridescent purple disposable vape device.

    Expert Perspectives

    Counterfeit Vapes: A Growing Threat to Consumer Safety

    Counterfeit vapes pose serious safety risks, from battery fires and explosions to harmful chemical exposure. Learn how standards can help…

  • A group of people sitting around a dinner table filled with food, raising their glasses in a celebratory toast, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

    Expert Perspectives

    A Firefighter’s Guide to a Safer Thanksgiving Dinner

    Learn essential tips to help prevent kitchen fires and ensure a safe Thanksgiving dinner from a safety expert and former…

  • A person wearing white shoes and a plaid shirt bends down to pick up a cardboard package with a shipping label from a doormat at a front door.

    Expert Perspectives

    Don’t Fall for Fakes on Black Friday: What Gift Buyers Should Know

    Shopping Black Friday? Don’t fall for fakes. ULSE reveals how to avoid counterfeit gifts, from electronics to holiday lights, and…

  • A woman in an apron smiles at a child in a cozy, warmly lit kitchen decorated with string lights. A roasted turkey and side dishes are on the counter, suggesting a festive meal preparation.

    Press Release

    New Report Highlights Hidden Fire Risks in Holiday Traditions and How to Celebrate More Safely

    UL Standards & Engagement released its fourth annual Holiday Safety Guide. The guide offers timely advice to help consumers navigate…

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    UL Standards & Engagement Announces Collaboration with Standards Council of Canada to Help Address Risks of AI in Healthcare and Health Informatics

    UL Standards & Engagement announced the release of a new guidance document developed in partnership with the Standards Council of…

  • The Philadelphia skyline at dusk, centered on the Washington Monument fountain in front of tree-lined park paths and City Hall.

    Expert Perspectives

    E-mobility Battery Fires Burn Fast. Philadelphians Need to Act Faster.

    E-bike and e-scooter battery fires can spread with extraordinary speed, putting Philadelphia residents and firefighters at risk before there is…

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Catie Talenti

UL Standards & Engagement

Media & Strategic Positioning Lead