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Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights
Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights Netflix is kicking off 2026 with a packed January lineup, featuring major original series, blockbuster movies, and a wave of classic titles joining the platform.  The month's most significant highlights include the return of "Bridgerton" and the debut of a new thriller pairing Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, according to multiple outlets, including Netflix, the independent outlet What's on Netflix, and Variety. The hit period drama "Bridgerton" returns for Season 4, Part 1, with Benedict Bridgerton stepping into the spotlight. Fans can stream the first four episodes starting Thursday, Jan.…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s
Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s That quiet stretch between Christmas and New Year’s has a way of blurring together, and many Americans say they feel it more than they realize. A new survey suggests people routinely lose track of time during the final days of December, forgetting what day it is several times before the calendar flips. The phenomenon shows up so often that researchers describe the period as one of the most unorthodox weeks of the year. Americans will forget what day it is nearly five times between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day on Thursday, Jan. 1, according to a survey of 2,000 adults conducted by Talker…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List
New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List Northeast and mid-Atlantic cities offer everything from iconic New Year's Eve celebrations to cheaper alternatives away from Times Square, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best Cities for New Year's Eve Celebrations on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The personal finance website ranked 100 of the largest US cities using 26 factors tied to the last night of the year, including nightlife options, fireworks laws, food affordability, hotel prices, safety, and weather forecasts. While the ball drop in New York City may be the most iconic celebration, the Big Apple finishe…

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by Chris Spiker
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Brookfield Parks And Rec Winter 2026 Program Guide Is Live, Registration Opens Brookfield Parks And Rec Winter 2026 Program Guide Is Live, Registration Opens
Brookfield Parks And Rec Winter 2026 Program Guide Is Live, Registration Opens Registration is underway for Brookfield’s Winter 2026 Parks & Rec lineup, with a new program guide posted online. Most programs are open now, but Candlewood Lake Elementary after-school options are being held for a later launch, on Dec.29, Brookfield Parks and Recreation said in a Facebook post. Find the digital Winter 2026 Program Guide here, and register now. On the winter calendar, the department lists a free community skate for Brookfield residents at Danbury Ice Arena on Saturday, Feb. 28, running 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., with registration required. People ice skating tog…

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by Daily Voice
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Sherman Playhouse Marks 100 Years With Midnight Season Reveal Sherman Playhouse Marks 100 Years With Midnight Season Reveal
Sherman Playhouse Marks 100 Years With Midnight Season Reveal The Sherman Playhouse will mark its 100th year by releasing its 2026 season announcement at midnight on New Year’s Eve. The news was shared in a Facebook post by Sherman Playhouse, tying the late-night reveal to the start of its centennial year. The playhouse is celebrating a full century of great community theatre, with the milestone spanning 1926 to 2026. Check out their announcement here.

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by Daily Voice
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Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing
Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing Americans who celebrate Christmas are decorating earlier, staying home more, and embracing re-gifting, according to a new survey. BetMGM Casino released its findings to try and settle "The Great Christmas Debate" last month. The gambling company aimed to answer big holiday questions about decorations, traditions, and gifts. One of the biggest changes is how early the season begins. More than one in five (22%) Americans decorate before Thanksgiving, with many treating Nov. 1 as the unofficial start of the holidays. Nearly half of respondents (48%) take their tree down before Twelfth Night, …

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by Chris Spiker
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New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 A new survey suggests many Americans are heading into 2026 with an appetite for change, even if the past year left plenty of people feeling drained. While not everyone is confident about the year ahead, respondents say they are determined to set goals that might help them reset, refocus, or rebuild momentum. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Talkspace, the survey of 2,000 Americans found that only a small share felt very good about 2025, with just 10 percent calling it a “great” year.  Most described it as “just okay,” while nearly one in five labeled it “bad.” Another 10 perc…

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by Joe Lombardi
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These CT Places Belong In Hallmark Christmas Movies, New Survey Finds These CT Places Belong In Hallmark Christmas Movies, New Survey Finds
These CT Places Belong In Hallmark Christmas Movies, New Survey Finds Whether you love Hallmark holiday movies or you're over the sappy love stories about Christmas tree farms and cookie shop owners, these places offer some of the Northeast's most romantic backdrops. Exoticca released a survey of the cities and towns most desired as the backdrop of a Hallmark holiday movie. The travel website asked 3,021 Americans to make their picks for the nation's most charming Christmas towns. The survey found a variety of locations for yuletide romance, from coastal towns to the frontier of the Wild West. "The results offered more than just a feel-good list – they …

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by Chris Spiker
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'SNL' Shocker: Bowen Yang Leaving Show 'SNL' Shocker: Bowen Yang Leaving Show
'SNL' Shocker: Bowen Yang Leaving Show Bowen Yang, one of "Saturday Night Live's" most popular cast member is departing the show, according to numerous reports. Yang's last episode will be on Saturday, Dec. 20, with host Ariana Grande, his "Wicked" co-star, and musical guest Cher. Yang joined the show as a writer in 2018 before being becoming a featured player in the show's 45th season in 2019. Hist most popular bits include playing the iceberg who struck the Titanic, baby hippo Moo Deng, and a skit where he became friends with Travis Kelce. He also impersonated Vice President JD Vance and former Rep. George Santos. Outsid…

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by Sam Barron
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Coldplay 'Kiss Cam' Woman Breaks Silence About Viral Video, Death Threats Coldplay 'Kiss Cam' Woman Breaks Silence About Viral Video, Death Threats
Coldplay 'Kiss Cam' Woman Breaks Silence About Viral Video, Death Threats A former tech executive is speaking publicly for the first time after being caught on camera in a viral "kiss cam" moment at a Coldplay concert, which upended her life and career. Kristin Cabot, the former human resources chief at Astronomer, talked with The New York Times in an interview published on Thursday, Dec. 18. The 53-year-old broke her silence five months after she was spotted cuddling with her boss during the show on Wednesday, July 16. A Jersey Shore bartender's video rapidly spread online, sparking countless memes within hours of the incident in Foxboro, Mas…

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by Chris Spiker
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Howard Stern Ends Retirement Rumors With New SiriusXM Deal: 'A Way To Have It All' Howard Stern Ends Retirement Rumors With New SiriusXM Deal: 'A Way To Have It All'
Howard Stern Ends Retirement Rumors With New SiriusXM Deal: 'A Way To Have It All' Howard Stern is staying with the company he has boosted for nearly two decades. Stern told his listeners during his show on Tuesday, Dec. 16, that he has signed a new three-year deal with SiriusXM. The announcement ends months of speculation over whether the iconic shock jock would retire or leave the satellite radio giant. The 71-year-old didn't disclose the deal's terms. "I'm happy to announce that I figured out a way to have it all, more free time and continuing to be on the radio," Stern said. "So, yes, we are coming back for three years." Stern has been one of Sir…

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by Chris Spiker
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This Holiday Drink Is Most Popular In CT, New Survey Finds This Holiday Drink Is Most Popular In CT, New Survey Finds
This Holiday Drink Is Most Popular In CT, New Survey Finds A new survey shows which drinks people across the Northeast enjoy around the holidays. Coffeeness released its 2025 list of the most popular festive drinks in the US for the holiday season. The analysis reviewed search patterns from the past 12 months to capture last year's Christmas peak and show which beverages each state turned to most. Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey stood out for their interest in the espresso martini, placing it among the 11 states where the cocktail ranked first.  "The espresso martini's performance in this year's data represents one of the most…

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by Chris Spiker