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Windsor Locks, CT
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JetBlue Makes Major Changes To How You Book Flights: See What's New
JetBlue Airways is changing how travelers book flights as it prepares to launch a new domestic first-class option. The New York-based airline announced this week that it will begin rolling out what it called a simpler shopping system. Customers will first choose their onboard experience before selecting a fare based on price and flexibility. Travelers will be able to choose from four classes: Main, EvenMore, BlueFirst, and Mint. "With the introduction of BlueFirst and our recently improved EvenMore experience, we want to make sure customers can easily find the JetBlue experiences they…
Hartford, CT
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Starbucks Unveils New Twist To Menu
Starbucks is adding citrus to its summer menu with a new lineup of Orange Cream drinks. The coffeehouse chain launched the limited-time collection on Tuesday, July 28. The new beverages combine tangerine and mandarin flavors with sweet vanilla notes. The Orange Cream flavor will be available in cold brew, espresso, matcha, chai, and Frappuccino blended beverages. "For many people, orange cream is associated with the feeling of summer," said Starbucks beverage developer Kris Murray. "It can evoke childhood nostalgia and familiar moments like enjoying freezer pops, peeling oranges,…
National Interest
Oven Odor Forces Philly-Bound American Airlines Flight To Divert
An American Airlines flight from Italy to Philadelphia was diverted due to an odor from an onboard oven, according to reports. Flight 719 was forced to change course on Saturday, July 25, FlightAware data said. The plane left Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and landed at Dublin Airport in Ireland. The flight was carrying 281 passengers and 12 crew members at the time of the diversion, USA Today reported. Paramedics evaluated flight attendants and one passenger at the gate before they were released. American provided free hotel accommodations for passen…
National Interest
Red Cross Declares National Blood Supply Crisis In Rare, Urgent Warning
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis for just the second time in the nonprofit's history. The Red Cross announced the crisis in a news release on Monday, July 27. The organization said blood donations fell about 25% in June to a four-year summer low and are no longer keeping pace with hospital demand. The shortage has become especially severe for type O blood, prompting the organization to limit distributions to hospitals. "These blood supply challenges are being felt across the US blood community," the nonprofit said. "Many blood col…
Arlington, VA
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Driver's Seat Problems Trigger Huge Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles
Nearly 80,000 Ford and Lincoln SUVs are being recalled because the driver's seat can unexpectedly recline, potentially trapping someone sitting behind it. Ford Motor Company issued the recall for 79,579 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, July 21. The recall affects certain 2026-2027 Ford Explorers and Lincoln Aviators. The driver's seat may recline without warning when the vehicle is remotely unlocked or started. The movement can also happen when someone approaches the vehicle with a programmed key fob or activates a saved seat m…
National Interest
Nation's Best States Ranked In New Study: See Where CT Landed
Several Northeast states were ranked among the nation's best overall places to live, according to a new study. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best States rankings on Tuesday, July 28. The study ranked all 50 states using 71 metrics covering healthcare, education, economy, infrastructure, opportunity, fiscal stability, crime & corrections, and natural environment. The rankings measure how well states serve their residents through a range of factors. "The U.S. News & World Report Best States rankings serve as a critical tool for understanding what drives long-ter…
National Interest
Cruise Ship's Fourth GI Outbreak Of 2026 Sickens 13 Passengers, Crew Members
More than a dozen people were sickened in a cruise ship's fourth gastrointestinal illness outbreak of 2026, officials said. The outbreak happened on the National Geographic Sea Bird, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. The Lindblad Expeditions voyage along the Alaskan coast began on Wednesday, July 15, and ended on Monday, July 20. Eight of the 57 passengers aboard the ship reported becoming ill during the voyage. Five of the 26 crew members also became sick. The main symptoms were diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps. The cause of the outbreak remains unknown bec…
Hartford, CT
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Cracker Barrel CEO Resigns After Rebranding Controversy
Cracker Barrel's CEO is resigning nearly a year after rabid criticism from conservatives over the restaurant chain's efforts to modernize. Julie Masino will step down as chief executive, the Tennessee-based company announced in a news release on Monday, July 27. Her final day as CEO will be on Monday, Aug. 10, although she'll remain as an advisor until Friday, Oct. 9. Masino joined Cracker Barrel after previously serving as CEO of Taco Bell. "On behalf of the board and the entire company, I want to thank Julie for her leadership and commitment to Cracker Barrel," said Carl B…
National Interest
Music Star Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis: 'It Can Be Unpredictable'
A Grammy-winning singer whose music defined a generation says she has been living with Parkinson's disease while quietly stepping away from public life. Carly Simon revealed the diagnosis in a statement obtained by People magazine on Monday, July 27. The "You're So Vain" singer said she spent the past several years learning to live with the progressive neurological disorder before deciding to share her story publicly. Simon, 83, said she needed time to understand her diagnosis and decide how much she wanted to reveal. "Parkinson's is different for everyone, and it can be unpredictable," sh…
Hartford, CT
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Apple Launching New Payment Service Amid Price Hikes: Reports
You could soon lease an Apple device through a new subscription-style program as the tech giant looks to offer more payment options amid rising prices, according to a report. The company plans to launch a device leasing service called Apple Upgrade on Tuesday, July 28, Bloomberg reported. The program will initially be available in the US through Apple stores and online. Apple is partnering with buy-now-pay-later service Klarna to finance the leases, sources told Bloomberg. The company plans to promote Apple Upgrade as a way to get lower monthly payments than its current financing …
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