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Hartford, CT
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Beyond Meat Launches New Drink To Join Protein Craze
Beyond Meat is expanding beyond burgers and sausages with the launch of a new plant-based protein drink. The California company unveiled Beyond Immerse in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 15. Beyond Meat said that the "functional" beverage is designed to deliver protein, fiber, antioxidants, and electrolytes in a single drink. The new line will roll out in three flavors: Peach Mango, Lemon Lime, and Orange Tangerine. It will be available for a limited time exclusively through the Beyond Test Kitchen, the company's direct-to-consumer platform. Each flavor will be offered in two version…
Bethesda, MD
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Cracking, Collapsing Patio Chairs Spark Large Recall
A popular line of Adirondack patio chairs sold at major home improvement stores is being recalled because they can crack and collapse, officials said. Adams Manufacturing Corp. issued the recall for about 6,100 Adams RealComfort and StyleWell Adirondack patio chairs, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Wednesday, Jan. 15. The company is based in Portersville, Pennsylvania, which is about 40 miles north of Pittsburgh. The resin chairs can crack and collapse during use, which can cause users to fall. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The recall invol…
National Interest
MA Tops List Of Best States To Raise Families, New Study Finds: Here's Why
Several Northeast states rank among the nation's best for raising a family, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of the Best and Worst States to Raise a Family on Monday, Jan. 12. The personal finance website evaluated each state on 50 measures tied to family life, including housing affordability, education, health care, safety, and job opportunities. The study found that rising costs continue to shape where families can thrive. "Raising a family has become significantly more expensive in recent years as the cost of living has risen quickly," said WalletHub analyst Ch…
Windsor Locks, CT
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These Airlines Delivered Most On-Time Arrivals In 2025, Study Finds
A new report reveals which US airlines had the most on-time flights in 2025. Aviation analytics firm Cirium has released its 2025 On-Time Performance Review. The annual study analyzes data from millions of flights worldwide to determine the best-performing airlines. Cirium CEO Jeremy Bowen said steady reliability comes from long-term operational discipline. "Maintaining consistent on-time performance requires sophisticated network planning, operational coordination, and the ability to recover quickly when irregularities occur," said Bowen. "These results reflect the operational discip…
New London, CT
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Northeast Offshore Wind Projects Resuming After Courts Block Trump Freeze
Major offshore wind projects along the Northeast coast are restarting after federal judges blocked President Donald Trump's effort to stop the projects amid his fight against renewable energy. Dominion Energy's request for a preliminary injunction was granted by a judge in the Eastern District of Virginia on Friday, Jan. 16. The ruling allows the company to resume construction on the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project while its lawsuit against the Trump administration proceeds. The farm, known as CVOW, is the largest offshore wind project under construction in the US…
National Interest
Here's How Americans Feel About Trump's First Year Back In Office: New Poll
Most Americans view President Donald Trump's first year back in the White House as a failure, with frustration rising over the economy, presidential power, and his immigration crackdown, according to a new survey. In the CNN poll, 58% of Americans say Trump's first year of his second term has been a failure. The survey comes as Trump has publicly expressed fear about Republicans losing control of Congress in the midterms and floated the idea of canceling elections, although the White House has claimed that he was "joking" about doing that. Voters continue to worry about economic condit…
Bethesda, MD
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Electrical Failures Spark Fires As Massive Minifridge Recall Expands
Hundreds of thousands of Frigidaire-brand minifridges are being recalled after several caught fire, officials said. Curtis International issued the recall for about 330,000 Frigidaire-brand six-can minifridges, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Jan. 15. The Canadian company previously recalled about 634,000 similar minifridges in July 2024. Internal electrical components can short-circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, creating fire and burn hazards. At least six fires caused property damage, although no injuries have been reporte…
Hartford, CT
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Spotify Raises Subscription Prices For Third Time In Four Years: What To Know
The cost of a Spotify Premium subscription is increasing in the US for the third time in four years. Spotify announced the price hikes on Thursday, Jan. 15. The new rates will be reflected on users' February billing dates. Customers will receive emails explaining how the change affects their accounts. "Occasional updates to pricing across our markets reflect the value that Spotify delivers, enabling us to continue offering the best possible experience and benefit artists," Spotify said in a news release. Spotify's individual Premium plan will rise from $11.99 to $12.99 per month, whi…
National Interest
Trump: 'We Shouldn't Even Have An Election,' Threatens Insurrection Act
President Donald Trump suggested canceling the midterm elections and threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis as nationwide outrage grows over his mass deportation efforts. Trump floated the idea of not having midterms in an interview with Reuters on Thursday, Jan. 15. The comment echoes what he told House GOP members earlier in January, warning that he believes he would be impeached if Republicans don't retain control of Congress. Midterm elections typically end poorly for the party in power, with Democrats retaking the House majority by winning 235 seats during Trump's fir…
National Interest
39 Players Fixed Games In Huge College Basketball Point-Shaving Scheme, Feds Say
Federal prosecutors have charged 20 men in a massive scheme to fix more than two dozen college basketball games across the country. A federal indictment was unsealed in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania on Thursday, Jan. 15, ESPN reported. Prosecutors said that 39 college basketball players accepted bribes to manipulate game results so their teams would not cover the betting spread in at least 29 games during the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons. Fifteen defendants played college basketball during those seasons, while five others were described as fixers who organized the scheme and…
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