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Hartford, CT
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McDonald's Releasing Grinch-Inspired Meal With Holiday Surprise: See What's In It
Instead of Whoville's famous "roast beast," The Grinch is serving up some fast food for the holidays. McDonald's is unveiling "The Grinch Meal," which includes Dill Pickle "Grinch Salt" McShaker Fries. The meal is served with a Big Mac or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, alongside a medium drink. Customers can shake the dill-pickle seasoning over their fries for a tangy twist. The meal, which launches on Monday, Dec. 2, also gives fans a pair of Grinch-themed holiday socks, decorated with messages from Dr. Seuss' iconic Christmas character. McDonald's shared a "handwritten message" from the mis…
National Interest
Forgotten Superman Comic In Attic Smashes World Record: 'A Movie-Worthy Story'
A family's discovery in an attic uncovered a record-breaking comic for the "Man of Steel." Heritage Auctions said that a 1939 copy of Superman No. 1 sold for $9.12 million in Dallas on Thursday, Nov. 20. The purchase set a new world record for a comic book, shattering the previous high mark from a copy of Action Comics No. 1 that sold for $6 million. The first-edition comic earned a Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) grade of 9.0, making it the highest-graded unrestored copy ever offered. "What a momentous day," says Heritage Auctions vice president Lon Allen. "I'm thrilled for our consignor…
National Interest
Feds Tell Flyers To Dress 'With Respect,' Launch Push For 'Civility' In Air Travel
If you've ever been on a flight with someone barefoot or parents with disruptive kids, the federal government is looking to help. The US Department of Transportation rolled out a new campaign called "The Golden Age of Travel Starts with You" on Wednesday, Nov. 19. The program to promote civility at airports and on planes comes after a rise in high-profile incidents in recent years. The Federal Aviation Administration has reported that in-flight outbursts have risen 400% since 2019, including 13,800 "unruly passenger incidents" since 2021. The issues especially spiked during the COVID-19 pan…
National Interest
ChowderMosa: See Wild Patriots-Inspired Mimosa Recipe In NFL Contest
A champagne brand has released some unusual cocktail recipes that football fans might think are out of bounds. André California Champagne rolled out recipes for 32 custom mimosas inspired by each NFL team on Thursday, Nov. 20. The brand is celebrating its first year as the league's official sparkling wine sponsor. E. & J. Gallo Winery, which owns André, says the recipes are tied to each team's local cuisine. The mimosas range from fruit-filled ones like the Arizona Cardinals' "CactusMosa" with prickly pear and lime juices, to some bizarre creations like the Green Bay Packers' "Chee…
National Interest
Trump Defends 'Punishable By
Death
' Threat To Democratic Lawmakers: What He Said
President Donald Trump defended saying that six Democratic lawmakers could face the death penalty after they made a video urging soldiers and intelligence officials to reject illegal orders. Trump pushed back on the widespread criticism on Fox News Radio's "Brian Kilmeade Show" on Friday, Nov. 21. His appearance on the conservative talk show came one day after posting that the lawmakers should face arrest and possible executions. In the interview, Trump said the posts on his social media platform Truth Social weren't direct threats. "I'm not threatening them, but I think they're in se…
Arlington, VA
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Vehicle Dashboards Can Go Dark, Sparking Ford's Latest Major Recall
Nearly 230,000 Ford SUVs are being recalled because a software issue can cause the dashboard screen to go completely dark when the vehicle starts. Ford issued the recall for 229,609 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notice filed on Friday, Nov. 14. The recall applies to both types of Broncos from the model years 2025 and 2026. The digital instrument panel may fail at startup, preventing warning lights, gauges, and the vehicle's speed from appearing. A blank screen can hide critical safety information and increase crash …
Hartford, CT
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Company Pulls Teddy Bear That Can Tell Kids About BDSM, Role-Playing, Knives
A teddy bear powered by artificial intelligence has been pulled after researchers found that the toy could have conversations about sexual topics and deadly objects. FoloToy has temporarily suspended sales of its "Kumma" teddy bear and the rest of its AI-powered toys, according to the U.S. PIRG Education Fund. The stuffed animal with a speaker uses OpenAI's GPT-4o chatbot and was sold for $99. PIRG said FoloToy paused sales one day after the consumer watchdog released its 40th annual Trouble in Toyland report. "We are now carrying out a company-wide, end-to-end safety audit acros…
Hartford, CT
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Win Free Burritos For Year By Running In A Turkey Trot: Here's How
If food motivates you to run in turkey trots, a Thanksgiving feast doesn't have to be your only inspiration. Qdoba Mexican Eats is challenging runners to dress up like a Qdoba burrito during a race on Thursday, Nov. 27. The fast-casual chain is offering participants a free burrito entrée and a chance to win free burritos for a year. Runners can take part in a race of any distance on Thanksgiving Day, but they have to wear a Qdoba-inspired burrito costume. You must also take a photo at the race and post it on Instagram, tagging @QDOBA and using the hashtag #QDOBA_Giveaway…
National Interest
'Punishable By
Death
!': Trump Accuses Democrats Of Sedition Over Military Video
President Donald Trump said that six Democratic lawmakers could be arrested and given death sentences after they made a video urging soldiers and intelligence officials to reject illegal orders. Trump made the inflammatory comments on his social media platform Truth Social on Thursday, Nov. 20. His posts came two days after Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin released a video of her and five fellow members of Congress saying troops and intelligence officers can defy any unconstitutional orders from Trump. In his first post, Trump said that "an example must be set." "It's called SEDITIOU…
National Interest
Trump Administration Rewrites Endangered Species Protections: See What's Changing
The Trump administration is rolling back the Endangered Species Act to restore changes from the president's first term that a federal judge later blocked. The Department of the Interior released the four proposed rules on Wednesday, Nov. 19. The changes include ending the "blanket rule" for the US Fish and Wildlife Service that automatically protects threatened animals and plants. The new rule would require specific regulations for each species that's classified as threatened. "This administration is restoring the Endangered Species Act to its original intent, protectin…
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