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Popular Baby Car Seats Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Concerns Popular Baby Car Seats Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Concerns Popular Baby Car Seats Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Concerns
Popular Baby Car Seats Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Concerns Baby car seats sold at several major retailers are being recalled after a structural issue was found during testing. Graco is issuing a voluntary recall of certain SnugRide Turn & Slide car seats, the company said in a safety notice on its website. The seats were sold in the US between January and March through companies such as Amazon, Babylist, Target, Walmart, and GracoBaby.com. The issue involves a structural concern identified during a post-production laboratory test. The company has not reported any incidents tied to consumer use. Only SnugRide Turn & Slid…

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Hartford, CT
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Latest Starbucks Drinks Bring Fresh Energy To Menu: See What's Added Latest Starbucks Drinks Bring Fresh Energy To Menu: See What's Added Latest Starbucks Drinks Bring Fresh Energy To Menu: See What's Added
Latest Starbucks Drinks Bring Fresh Energy To Menu: See What's Added Starbucks is adding a little more energy to its popular Refreshers lineup. The coffee chain launched new Energy Refreshers on Tuesday, April 7. The beverages are made with caffeine derived from natural sources and contain added B vitamins. The new drinks are designed to offer customers a customizable energy option without synthetic additives. "Starbucks has long defined the morning coffee ritual, with customers relying on their favorite brewed coffees, espresso beverages, and breakfast items to start the day," said Erin Silvoy, senior vice president of global marketing and channe…

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Windsor Locks, CT
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Delta Raises Bag Fees As Fuel Prices Soar During Iran War: What To Know Delta Raises Bag Fees As Fuel Prices Soar During Iran War: What To Know Delta Raises Bag Fees As Fuel Prices Soar During Iran War: What To Know
Delta Raises Bag Fees As Fuel Prices Soar During Iran War: What To Know Delta Air Lines is the latest major carrier to hike bag fees due to rising fuel costs as President Donald Trump escalates the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran. The cost of first and second checked bag fees will increase by $10 starting on Wednesday, April 8, CNBC reported. Delta flyers will now pay $45 for a first checked bag and $55 for a second on most domestic and short-haul international flights.  Delta's move comes days after United Airlines and JetBlue Airways raised their own baggage fees, as airlines respond to rapidly rising fuel costs. "These updates are part of…

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Arlington, VA
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Amazon, USPS Reach Major Delivery Deal Amid Financial Uncertainty: Reports Amazon, USPS Reach Major Delivery Deal Amid Financial Uncertainty: Reports Amazon, USPS Reach Major Delivery Deal Amid Financial Uncertainty: Reports
Amazon, USPS Reach Major Delivery Deal Amid Financial Uncertainty: Reports Amazon has reached a new deal with the US Postal Service, keeping more than 1 billion packages moving each year through the beleaguered agency, according to reports. The agreement will keep about 80% of Amazon's existing deliveries with the USPS, which has faced years of growing financial pressure. Reuters was first to report the deal on Monday, April 6. Amazon generated more than $6 billion in revenue for the USPS in 2025. "We're pleased to have reached a new agreement with USPS that furthers our longstanding partnership and will let us continue supporting our customers and…

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Stamford, CT
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Stamford Business Ranked Best US Company To Work For In 2026 Stamford Business Ranked Best US Company To Work For In 2026 Stamford Business Ranked Best US Company To Work For In 2026
Stamford Business Ranked Best US Company To Work For In 2026 From major banks to health care systems, dozens of Northeast employers are being recognized as some of the best businesses for workers. Fortune released its 2026 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For on Wednesday, April 1. The annual rankings are based on confidential surveys collected in 2025 from more than 7.3 million US employees. The list measures workplace trust, culture, and employee experience, highlighting companies where workers report feeling supported, valued, and confident. "Against the backdrop of the AI revolution, three themes stand out among these top employe…

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Arlington, VA
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Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know
Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know More than 73,000 Toyota SUVs are being recalled after an issue that could put pedestrians at risk of being hit. Toyota issued the recall for 73,528 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report released on Tuesday, March 31. The recall covers the model years 2023 through 2025. The problem involves the vehicle's pedestrian warning system, which is meant to alert people nearby when a hybrid is moving at low speeds. In the affected vehicles, the sound may be too quiet when the car is in reverse, making it harder for a pedestri…

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National Interest
Northeast Grad Schools Among Nation's Best Programs In New Rankings Northeast Grad Schools Among Nation's Best Programs In New Rankings Northeast Grad Schools Among Nation's Best Programs In New Rankings
Northeast Grad Schools Among Nation's Best Programs In New Rankings Graduate programs across the Northeast are being recognized among the best in the nation, according to a new report. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings on Tuesday, April 7. The list evaluates programs in several fields, including business, law, medicine, engineering, education, and nursing. The media outlet said it compared grad programs based on factors like research performance and career outcomes. "We know a graduate degree is a major commitment," said LaMont Jones, managing editor of education at U.S. News. "That is why we are dedica…

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National Interest
Cause Of Death Revealed For 'Deadliest Catch' Star: Report Cause Of Death Revealed For 'Deadliest Catch' Star: Report Cause Of Death Revealed For 'Deadliest Catch' Star: Report
Cause Of Death Revealed For 'Deadliest Catch' Star: Report The official cause of death has been released for a "Deadliest Catch" deckhand who died after falling overboard while working in the Bering Sea, according to a report. Todd Meadows, 25, died from "drowning with probable hypothermia" and "submersion of body in cold water." His death certificate was obtained by TMZ on Monday, April 6. Meadows fell overboard while crabbing off the coast of Alaska as cameras recorded footage for the Discovery Channel reality series. He was pronounced dead at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25, and his body was cremated in Anchorage. Crew members rushed …

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Hartford, CT
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Popular Text Messaging App Shutting Down In Months: What To Know Popular Text Messaging App Shutting Down In Months: What To Know Popular Text Messaging App Shutting Down In Months: What To Know
Popular Text Messaging App Shutting Down In Months: What To Know Samsung is ending its messaging app, requiring most users to switch to Google Messages to keep texting on their devices. The Samsung Messages app will be discontinued in July 2026, the tech giant announced on Monday, April 6. Users will need to transition to Google's app "to maintain a consistent messaging experience on Android." Newer devices, including the Galaxy 26 lineup, are already blocked from installing Samsung Messages. "Once the Samsung Messages app is discontinued, sending messages via Samsung Messages on your phone will no longer be possible, except for emergency serv…

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National Interest
US Woman Vanishes After Falling Overboard During Night Boat Trip In Bahamas US Woman Vanishes After Falling Overboard During Night Boat Trip In Bahamas US Woman Vanishes After Falling Overboard During Night Boat Trip In Bahamas
US Woman Vanishes After Falling Overboard During Night Boat Trip In Bahamas An American woman disappeared in the water after falling overboard during an evening boat trip in The Bahamas, authorities said. A married couple from the US was aboard an 8-foot hard-bottom dinghy at around 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4, according to the Royal Bahamas Police Force. The man and woman were traveling from Hope Town to Elbow Cay in the Abaco Islands. During the trip, the woman fell into the water while holding the boat keys, causing the engine to shut off. Strong currents carried her away, and her husband lost sight of her before paddling the vessel back to shore.…

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