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Arlington, VA
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Software Bug Triggers Major Honda Recall: What To Know Software Bug Triggers Major Honda Recall: What To Know Software Bug Triggers Major Honda Recall: What To Know
Software Bug Triggers Major Honda Recall: What To Know More than 256,000 Honda hybrid vehicles are being recalled because a software error can shut down the car's drive power while in motion. Honda issued the recall for about 256,603 Accord Hybrid cars, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notice from Thursday, Nov. 13. The recall covers certain 2023-2025 models built between November 2022 and October 2025. The software inside the Integrated Control Module (ICM) can reset while the vehicle is operating because of improper programming.  "If the ICM [central processing unit] resets while the vehicle i…

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by Chris Spiker
Woodbridge, NJ
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NJ Grocery Chain Launches Huge Thanksgiving Deal, Price-Matching Turkeys Amid High Food Costs NJ Grocery Chain Launches Huge Thanksgiving Deal, Price-Matching Turkeys Amid High Food Costs NJ Grocery Chain Launches Huge Thanksgiving Deal, Price-Matching Turkeys Amid High Food Costs
NJ Grocery Chain Launches Huge Thanksgiving Deal, Price-Matching Turkeys Amid High Food Costs Price Rite Marketplace is the latest Northeast supermarket chain to offer a budget-friendly Thanksgiving deal as food prices continue to climb heading into the holidays. The chain released two shopping guides that offer full Thanksgiving meals that can feed eight to 10 people for about $40. The lists break down every ingredient needed for either a traditional Thanksgiving dinner or a Latino-inspired holiday meal. The traditional spread includes a whole turkey, stuffing mix, rolls, gravy, green beans, potatoes, pie, and other staples. The Latino-inspired option features a picnic pork sh…

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National Interest
'I Did Point Shave': Banned NCAA Player Explains Why He Threw Basketball Games 'I Did Point Shave': Banned NCAA Player Explains Why He Threw Basketball Games 'I Did Point Shave': Banned NCAA Player Explains Why He Threw Basketball Games
'I Did Point Shave': Banned NCAA Player Explains Why He Threw Basketball Games A banned college basketball player emotionally shared why he took part in a point-shaving scheme that cost him his NCAA career. Former University of New Orleans guard Cedquavious "Dae Dae" Hunter spoke about his ban on ABC's "Good Morning America" on Monday, Nov. 17. Hunter and two of his teammates were among six basketball players permanently banned by the NCAA for their roles in three separate gambling schemes. Sitting down with ABC News correspondent Will Reeve, Hunter explained how he got involved in the plan to throw games during the Privateers' 2024-25 season. "I did point …

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Starbucks Unveils Target-Exclusive Drink For Holiday Shoppers Starbucks Unveils Target-Exclusive Drink For Holiday Shoppers Starbucks Unveils Target-Exclusive Drink For Holiday Shoppers
Starbucks Unveils Target-Exclusive Drink For Holiday Shoppers Target and Starbucks are hoping to brew some sweeter sales over the holidays with their latest collaboration. Starbucks cafés inside Target stores will exclusively debut the Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate on Tuesday, Nov. 18. The holiday beverage will feature mocha sauce, milk, and ice over peppermint-flavored whipped cream and holiday sprinkles throughout the 2025 season. Target Circle 360 members can try the drink early at locations nationwide on Monday, Nov. 17. "For so many people, a Target run starts with grabbing their favorite drink from Starbucks before browsing our…

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Arlington, VA
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Job Market Entering 'Almost Quiet Time,' Top Trump Aide Warns: Here's Why Job Market Entering 'Almost Quiet Time,' Top Trump Aide Warns: Here's Why Job Market Entering 'Almost Quiet Time,' Top Trump Aide Warns: Here's Why
Job Market Entering 'Almost Quiet Time,' Top Trump Aide Warns: Here's Why A top adviser to President Donald Trump said that the US labor market may be approaching an "almost quiet time" amid a large wave of layoffs from corporations and weaker job numbers. National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett made the comments on CNBC's "Squawk Box" on Monday, Nov. 17. The Greenfield, Massachusetts, native and Swarthmore College graduate blamed artificial intelligence for the recent hiring slowdown. Hassett said AI is also causing some companies to hire fewer younger and entry-level workers. "I think there could be a little bit of an almost quiet time in the labor ma…

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by Chris Spiker
Schenectady, NY
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Northeast Grocery Chain Offers Huge Thanksgiving Feast Deal As Food Prices Rise Northeast Grocery Chain Offers Huge Thanksgiving Feast Deal As Food Prices Rise Northeast Grocery Chain Offers Huge Thanksgiving Feast Deal As Food Prices Rise
Northeast Grocery Chain Offers Huge Thanksgiving Feast Deal As Food Prices Rise A Northeast supermarket chain is the latest to roll out a huge Thanksgiving deal as turkey prices and grocery bills rise nationwide. Price Chopper and Market 32 launched a promotion for a $40 Thanksgiving feast on Sunday, Nov. 16. The deal that can feed up to 10 people will be available at all 129 stores across New England, New York, and Pennsylvania. The meal includes a roughly 13-pound frozen turkey, potatoes, and vegetables. It also includes other Thanksgiving staples like stuffing, gravy, rolls, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie ingredients. Price Chopper said the pr…

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Arlington, VA
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Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know
Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know More than 112,000 Jeep plug-in hybrid vehicles are being recalled because debris inside the engine can cause it to fail and catch fire. Chrysler issued the recall for about 112,859 Jeep vehicles nationwide, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notice from Thursday, Nov. 6. The recall covers certain 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe models. Officials said sand left behind from the engine casting process may contaminate internal parts and lead to "catastrophic engine failure," causing a fire or a sudden loss of drive power. Drivers…

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FAA Ends Flight Cuts After Gov't Shutdown As Thanksgiving Travel Approaches FAA Ends Flight Cuts After Gov't Shutdown As Thanksgiving Travel Approaches FAA Ends Flight Cuts After Gov't Shutdown As Thanksgiving Travel Approaches
FAA Ends Flight Cuts After Gov't Shutdown As Thanksgiving Travel Approaches The Federal Aviation Administration has ended its widespread flight restrictions put in place during the record-long federal government shutdown. The FAA officially lifted its emergency flight reduction order at 6 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 17. The order was set to require airlines to cut 10% of their schedules at 40 major airports on Friday, Nov. 14, but it was paused at 6% reductions when the shutdown ended on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said normal operations have resumed across the National Airspace System (NAS) after air traffic controllers worked w…

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These Northeast 'Foodcation' Spots Rank Among Nation's Best In New Survey These Northeast 'Foodcation' Spots Rank Among Nation's Best In New Survey These Northeast 'Foodcation' Spots Rank Among Nation's Best In New Survey
These Northeast 'Foodcation' Spots Rank Among Nation's Best In New Survey More Americans are traveling to find the nation's best dishes, with a clear list of top “foodcation” destinations emerging in a new survey. Talker Research released its findings about the most popular "foodcation" spots on Friday, Nov. 7. The market research firm found that out of 2,000 adults nationwide, 21% have taken a trip solely for their destination's food.  Younger travelers were most likely to plan "foodcations," including 44% of Gen Z and 31% of millennials. Food tourists traveled an average of 484 miles and spent about $910 on their most recent culinary tr…

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Hartford, CT
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Amazon Launching Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Trim Holiday Budgets Amazon Launching Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Trim Holiday Budgets Amazon Launching Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Trim Holiday Budgets
Amazon Launching Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Trim Holiday Budgets As more Americans plan to cut back on holiday spending in 2025, Amazon is launching one of its longest discount events yet. Amazon will begin its Black Friday Week and Cyber Monday deals on Thursday, Nov. 20. The 12 days of discounts will continue through Monday, Dec. 1. The online retail giant said its 2025 event will feature millions of deals across popular categories, with new price drops every day. Shoppers can expect up to 50% off artificial Christmas trees, seasonal décor, and some Amazon devices, including the Echo Dot Max, Fire TV Stick 4K Select, Kindles, a…

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