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Trump: 'Not Possible' For US To Afford Child Care, Medicare Amid Iran War Trump: 'Not Possible' For US To Afford Child Care, Medicare Amid Iran War Trump: 'Not Possible' For US To Afford Child Care, Medicare Amid Iran War
Trump: 'Not Possible' For US To Afford Child Care, Medicare Amid Iran War President Donald Trump said the federal government cannot afford to fund child care, Medicaid, and Medicare, as billions are spent on the ongoing US-Israeli war with Iran. Trump made the remarks during a private Easter luncheon at the White House on Wednesday, April 1. He argued that states should "take care" of health and child care programs as his administration continues spending money on attacking Iran. During his comments, Trump said he directed Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought to pause federal child care funding. "We can't take care of dayca…

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Hartford, CT
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McDonald's Overhauls Value Menu With Major Deals: See What's New McDonald's Overhauls Value Menu With Major Deals: See What's New McDonald's Overhauls Value Menu With Major Deals: See What's New
McDonald's Overhauls Value Menu With Major Deals: See What's New McDonald's is launching several new value options as it tries to win back customers who are tightening their budgets amid rising costs. The fast-food chain will officially expand its McValue Menu on Tuesday, April 21. The update includes a new Under $3 Menu with at least 10 items available throughout the day. Breakfast choices will include items like a Sausage McMuffin, Sausage Biscuit, Sausage Burrito, hash browns, and a medium McCafe Premium Roast Coffee. The lunch and dinner menu will feature options such as a McChicken, a McDouble, 4-piece Chicken McNuggets, small fries, …

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by Chris Spiker
Arlington, VA
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Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles
Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles A major recall for Chrysler minivans has expanded due to an airbag defect that could increase the risk of passengers being ejected during a crash, federal officials said. Chrysler issued the recall for 178,246 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday, March 26. The issue affects certain minivans from the model years 2022 through 2026. The side curtain airbags may not hold enough pressure due to improperly sealed seams, which could allow too much movement when they're deployed, and they fail to meet federal safety standards. "Cu…

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Hershey, PA
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Hershey Reveals Candy Recipe Changes Amid Outrage From Reese's Heir Hershey Reveals Candy Recipe Changes Amid Outrage From Reese's Heir Hershey Reveals Candy Recipe Changes Amid Outrage From Reese's Heir
Hershey Reveals Candy Recipe Changes Amid Outrage From Reese's Heir The Hershey Company is changing ingredients in some of its candies after backlash fueled by the grandson of the creator of Reese's. The candy giant said it will replace a chocolate compound coating in certain items as part of a plan to return to "classic milk and dark chocolate recipes" across all Reese's and Hershey's products by 2027. The change was first reported by Bloomberg News. The changes will affect less than 3% of Reese's products and only a small share of Hershey's lineup. The company is also removing all artificial colors from its products by the end of 2027,…

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Hartford, CT
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Sam's Club Hiking Membership Fees For First Time In Years: What To Know Sam's Club Hiking Membership Fees For First Time In Years: What To Know Sam's Club Hiking Membership Fees For First Time In Years: What To Know
Sam's Club Hiking Membership Fees For First Time In Years: What To Know Sam's Club is increasing its membership prices for the first time in several years. Members received an email notifying them about the price hikes on Tuesday, March 31. The increases to standard and premium memberships will start on Friday, May 1. Sam's Club last raised its fees in 2022 by $5 to $10, Southern Living reported. "Effective May 1, 2026, membership prices will change from $50/year to $60/year for Club members, and from $110/year to $120/year for Plus members," the email said. "Plus members will benefit from an increased 2% Sam's Cash rewards cap, from $…

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Canton, MA
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Get Free Dunkin' Coffee To Celebrate April Fools' Day: Here's How Get Free Dunkin' Coffee To Celebrate April Fools' Day: Here's How Get Free Dunkin' Coffee To Celebrate April Fools' Day: Here's How
Get Free Dunkin' Coffee To Celebrate April Fools' Day: Here's How Dunkin' is offering free coffee for April Fools' Day, and no, it's not a prank. The chain will give away 1,000,001 cups on Wednesday, April 1. That's exactly one more coffee than Dunkin's April Fools' Day promotion in 2025. In a blog post, Dunkin' poked fun at how many fans didn't believe the previous giveaway was real. "Last April Fools', we gave away a million free coffees, and some of you thought it was a prank," Dunkin' wrote. "We didn't forget that. So this year, we're doing it again. Just a little bigger." Rewards members can claim a free coffee by opening the Dunkin'…

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Hartford, CT
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Wendy's Makes Big Changes To Popular Sandwich With 'Bold, Modern Flavor' Wendy's Makes Big Changes To Popular Sandwich With 'Bold, Modern Flavor' Wendy's Makes Big Changes To Popular Sandwich With 'Bold, Modern Flavor'
Wendy's Makes Big Changes To Popular Sandwich With 'Bold, Modern Flavor' Wendy's is updating its Spicy Chicken Sandwich as the fast-food giant seeks to keep up with its competitors. The chain announced a refresh for the sandwich in a news release on Monday, March 30. Wendy's said it has added a new marinade, crispier panko-style breading with nine spices, and a soft potato bun. The tweaked sandwich also includes a richer, homestyle mayonnaise and new pickles. "The Wendy's Spicy Chicken Sandwich is iconic, and we saw an opportunity to make the best spicy chicken sandwich in the category even better," US chief marketing officer Lindsay Radkoski sai…

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More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones
More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones Nearly 90 hospitals across the Northeast are at risk of closing, slashing services, or laying off workers due to Republican-passed cuts to Medicaid, according to a new study. Public Citizen released a report on Tuesday, March 31, that identifies 446 hospitals especially vulnerable to major cuts due to the previously named "One Big Beautiful Bill." President Donald Trump signed the GOP-backed budget reconciliation package into law on Friday, July 4, 2025. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the spending plan will gut $911 billion in federal spend…

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Windsor Locks, CT
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Major Airline Getting Faster In-Flight Wi-Fi Through New Amazon Partnership Major Airline Getting Faster In-Flight Wi-Fi Through New Amazon Partnership Major Airline Getting Faster In-Flight Wi-Fi Through New Amazon Partnership
Major Airline Getting Faster In-Flight Wi-Fi Through New Amazon Partnership Delta Air Lines is partnering with Amazon in an effort to improve its in-flight internet options. The companies announced the agreement in a news release on Tuesday, March 31. Amazon Leo's satellite technology will first be installed on about 500 Delta planes in 2028. Delta said passengers will be able to stream movies and shows, upload photos and videos instantly, and stay connected with loved ones and coworkers while in the air. "Delta's future is global," said Ed Bastian, the airline's CEO. "This agreement gives us the fastest and most cost-effective technology available to better conne…

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Hartford, CT
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McDonald's Launching New Meals Inspired By Hit Movie: See What's Included McDonald's Launching New Meals Inspired By Hit Movie: See What's Included McDonald's Launching New Meals Inspired By Hit Movie: See What's Included
McDonald's Launching New Meals Inspired By Hit Movie: See What's Included McDonald's is turning its restaurants into a K-pop battleground inspired by a massive hit Netflix movie. "KPop Demon Hunters" is teaming up with McDonald's for two new limited-time meals, Netflix said in a news release on Tuesday, March 24. The food options inspired by rival groups in the 2025 film launched on Tuesday, March 31. The collaboration brings global K-pop groups HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys onto the McDonald's menu with exclusive collectible cards and early-access content for fans. "Everything we do at McDonald's is for the fans, and no one can relate to that more than Ne…

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