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Montville, CT
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Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inspired By Fall Fairs: What's On The Menu Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inspired By Fall Fairs: What's On The Menu Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inspired By Fall Fairs: What's On The Menu
Newest Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inspired By Fall Fairs: What's On The Menu Krispy Kreme is bringing the sights, smells, and flavors of the classic fall fair to breakfast. The doughnut chain launched its new Fall Fair Collection on Monday, Sept. 15. The limited-time assortment of four donuts is inspired by seasonal fair favorites. Krispy Kreme said the collection is a celebration of the season. "There are so many fun fall outdoor activities, but when it comes to fall flavors, perhaps none is tastier and more nostalgic than classic fall fair treats," said chief brand and product officer Alison Holder. "These prize-worthy doughnuts transport you to th…

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by Chris Spiker
National Interest
WaPo Columnist Fired For Posts After Charlie Kirk's Killing: 'My Voice Will Be Sharper Now' WaPo Columnist Fired For Posts After Charlie Kirk's Killing: 'My Voice Will Be Sharper Now' WaPo Columnist Fired For Posts After Charlie Kirk's Killing: 'My Voice Will Be Sharper Now'
WaPo Columnist Fired For Posts After Charlie Kirk's Killing: 'My Voice Will Be Sharper Now' Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah said she was fired after social media posts about racism and gun violence in the US following the killing of controversial conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Attiah revealed her firing in a Substack post on Monday, Sept. 15. She joined the Post in 2014 and earned the 2019 George Polk Award for her coverage of the Saudi Arabian government's murder of fellow Post writer Jamal Khashoggi. The Post's biography for Attiah said that she "was" a columnist, referring to her in the past tense. A Post spokesperson declined to comment, but pointed …

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National Interest
Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage
Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage An Emmy-winning actor will share his well-known love for Italy during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Stanley Tucci will showcase northern Italy's food and culture during NBC's coverage of the Winter Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. NBC Sports announced on Monday, Sept. 15, that the Katonah, New York, native will join the broadcast team. Tucci's primetime segments will highlight the cuisine, history, and traditions of the Italian Alps regions that will host the Olympics. The 64-year-old's family lineage traces back to the southern Italian region of Calabria. The six-time Emmy winner has hos…

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National Interest
These 10 Airports Have Worst Delays In 2025, Study Finds These 10 Airports Have Worst Delays In 2025, Study Finds These 10 Airports Have Worst Delays In 2025, Study Finds
These 10 Airports Have Worst Delays In 2025, Study Finds As the Trump administration scraps a plan forcing airlines to compensate travelers for disrupted flights, a new study reveals which airports see the most delays. Travel insurance agency InsureMyTrip released a list of the nation's 10 most delay-prone airports on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The Rhode Island company used Department of Transportation data from the first five months of 2025. Here are the 10 most delay-prone airports, according to InsureMyTrip: Washington, DC (DCA) West Palm Beach, FL (PBI) Newark, NJ (EWR) San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) Knoxville, TN (TYS) Cincinnati (CVG) Buffalo, NY (BU…

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Bethesda, MD
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That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall
That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall Socialite Paris Hilton's mini fridges have taken her catchphrase of "That's hot" too literally. Epoca International is recalling about 110,000 Paris Hilton Mini Beauty Fridges, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 12. The agency said the mini fridges' electrical switch can short-circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard. There have been at least 27 reports of fridges overheating and catching fire, according to the CPSC. No injuries were reported, though some incidents caused property damage to the unit and nearby surfaces. The recall covers f…

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Hartford, CT
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Bad Google Results Could Cost You Hundreds, Study Finds: Here's How Bad Google Results Could Cost You Hundreds, Study Finds: Here's How Bad Google Results Could Cost You Hundreds, Study Finds: Here's How
Bad Google Results Could Cost You Hundreds, Study Finds: Here's How Trusting Google's top results could cost you hundreds of dollars if you're looking for a new credit card, according to a new study. WalletHub released a study analyzing Google search result trends on Monday, Sept. 8. The personal finance website said that following the first-page recommendations for "best 0 APR credit cards" can cost consumers up to $616 compared to the best deal available. The study looked at the top credit card recommended by each site on Google's first page and weighed the cards against the actual best 0% APR card on the market. "Google results have gone so fa…

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Hartford, CT
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Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why
Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why As Apple rolls out its new iPhone 17 lineup, nearly six in 10 Americans say they won't be upgrading because of President Donald Trump's tariffs and rising costs. WalletHub said that 59% of people in the US will skip buying a new phone in 2025 due to Trump's tariffs and inflation, according to a survey released on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The findings came on the same day Apple unveiled its new generation of devices, including the thinnest iPhone ever. Preordering for all iPhone 17 models began on Friday, Sept. 12, and the smartphones will be officially released on Friday, Sept. 19. "When day…

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Hartford, CT
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Northeast Businesses Ranked Among Nation's Fastest-Growing Companies: See Which Ones Northeast Businesses Ranked Among Nation's Fastest-Growing Companies: See Which Ones Northeast Businesses Ranked Among Nation's Fastest-Growing Companies: See Which Ones
Northeast Businesses Ranked Among Nation's Fastest-Growing Companies: See Which Ones From healthcare innovators to artificial intelligence startups, more than two dozen Northeast companies were honored among the 100 fastest-growing private companies in the US. Twenty-nine Northeast companies were named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list. The ranking determines the country's fastest-growing privately held companies based on revenue growth from 2021 to 2024.  Companies on the 2025 list generated $300 billion in 2024, according to the business magazine. To qualify for the list, the private companies must be for-profit, US-based, and independent, with at least …

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Manchester, CT
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Dick's Closes $2.5B Foot Locker Deal In Major Sporting Goods Merger Dick's Closes $2.5B Foot Locker Deal In Major Sporting Goods Merger Dick's Closes $2.5B Foot Locker Deal In Major Sporting Goods Merger
Dick's Closes $2.5B Foot Locker Deal In Major Sporting Goods Merger Dick's Sporting Goods has finalized its purchase of Foot Locker, creating a global sports retail giant with more than 3,200 stores in 20 countries. The Pittsburgh-based chain completed the $2.5 billion deal to acquire the sneaker chain on Monday, Sept. 8. Dick's will keep Foot Locker's brands, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos. The combined company will now operate across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with licensed stores in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. "We are very enthusiastic about the future of Foot Locker," said Dick's…

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Colchester, CT
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Stop & Shop Giving Away Free Bagels: Here's How To Get One Stop & Shop Giving Away Free Bagels: Here's How To Get One Stop & Shop Giving Away Free Bagels: Here's How To Get One
Stop & Shop Giving Away Free Bagels: Here's How To Get One Stop & Shop is giving away a free breakfast treat in the middle of September. The supermarket chain's Pick-Your-Own Bagel promotion began on Friday, Sept. 12. Shoppers can get a free bagel from the bakery department through Thursday, Sept. 18. To get the freebie, shoppers must visit a Savings Station kiosk inside any Stop & Shop location during the promotion window. You must check in with an existing GO Rewards account or sign up for a new one. Once checked in, a digital coupon for one free bagel will be loaded to the customer's account. No purchase is necessary, but the offer is l…

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