| 16.04.2024 00:04
Caitlin Clark fulfills dream as No. 1 pick in 2024 WNBA Draft
Former Iowa star Caitlin Clark fulfilled a lifelong dream on Monday night as she was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever. Clark's journey to this moment was a result of years of hard work and dedication, with her and coach Lisa Bluder having a plan in place s...
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| 07.04.2024 17:30
Purdue Dominates NC State to Advance to NCAA Title Game
In a thrilling Final Four matchup, Purdue's dream of winning its first NCAA title is within reach after a 63-50 victory over North Carolina State. Led by 7-foot-4 center Zach Edey, who finished with 20 points and 12 rebounds, the Boilermakers showcased their dominance on both ends of the floor. Des...
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| 05.04.2024 10:17
4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New York City
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered near Lebanon, New Jersey, shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area on Friday morning, according to the US Geological Survey. Residents reported feeling rumbling across the eastern seaboard, with reports of trembles being felt in neighbouring st...
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| 04.04.2024 08:51
UConn Men's Final Four Arrival Delayed by Plane Issues
Defending national champion UConn faced some unexpected challenges on their journey to the Final Four in Arizona. The team's flight was delayed due to mechanical issues with the original plane, causing them to depart from Bradley International Airport near Hartford in a smaller Allegiant Air plane...
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| 28.03.2024 00:15
Former US Senator and Vice-Presidential Nominee Joe Lieberman Dies at 82
Lieberman, a longtime senator from Connecticut who served from 1989 to 2013, passed away in New York City on Wednesday due to complications from a fall. His family confirmed his death in a statement, expressing that Lieberman's love for God, family, and America endured throughout his life of public...
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| 06.03.2024 08:30
Ancestry uncovers surprising family tie between Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson
Taylor Swift, the renowned pop superstar, has recently discovered a surprising family connection to the legendary American poet Emily Dickinson. According to genealogy company Ancestry, the pair are sixth cousins, three times removed, sharing a common ancestor who was an early settler of Windsor, C...
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| 01.03.2024 13:14
Michelle Troconis convicted in disappearance of Jennifer Dulos
Michelle Troconis was convicted on all counts Friday in the murder of Jennifer Dulos, nearly five years after the Connecticut mother of five went missing. The jury of three men and three women found Troconis guilty of conspiracy to commit murder, tampering with evidence, and hindering the prosecuti...
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| 06.02.2024 16:59
Massive federal bribery bust exposes corruption in NYC public housing contracts
In a historic crackdown on corruption, federal officials have charged more than five dozen employees with the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) for accepting cash payments in exchange for awarding "no-bid" contracts. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced t...
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| 28.01.2024 09:43
Tragic death of British ballet dancer in US due to mislabelled cookie
Tragic Death of British Ballet Dancer in the US Due to Mislabelled Cookie A 25-year-old British ballet dancer, ?"rla Baxendale, has died in the United States after consuming a mislabelled Vanilla Florentine Cookie that did not list peanuts as an ingredient. Ms. Baxendale, who had a severe peanut al...
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| 25.01.2024 16:48
Former WWE Employee Accuses Vince McMahon of Sexual Assault and Trafficking
Grant's compliance, the abuse did not stop," the lawsuit stated. It alleged that McMahon continued to subject Grant to physical and emotional abuse, as well as sexual assault, throughout their relationship. The lawsuit also named John Laurinaitis, a former WWE executive, as a defendant. According t...
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| 23.01.2024 15:13
CBS newsman Charles Osgood dies at 91
Charles Osgood, the beloved CBS News journalist known for his wit and charm, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 91. Osgood, who had been living with dementia, had an illustrious career spanning over 45 years at CBS News before retiring in 2016. Osgood was best known for his work on "CBS Sunday Mo...
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| 22.01.2024 14:18
Suspect pleads not guilty in murder of news anchor's mother
A man has pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder charges in connection with the killing of Claudia Voight, the mother of NBC Connecticut news anchor Heidi Voight. The suspect, Shawn Conlon, 44, was arraigned in Brattleboro, Vermont, on Friday. Claudia Voight, 73, was found dead in her Windham h...
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| 20.01.2024 12:13
Texas prosecutor convenes special grand jury to investigate Uvalde school shooting
A special grand jury has been convened in Uvalde, Texas to investigate the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in May 2022. The panel of 12 jurors is expected to spend at least six months examining the events that took place during the tragedy before issuing a recommendation on whether to bring...
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| 16.01.2024 15:13
Suspect charged in Gilgo Beach serial killings
In a chilling and ongoing investigation, police searching for a missing woman stumbled upon a horrifying discovery in 2010. Along a barrier island parkway near the remote Gilgo Beach in New York, authorities uncovered 10 sets of human remains hidden in the scrub. Almost immediately, fears arose tha...
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| 15.01.2024 16:17
Houthi Rebels Attack US-Owned Ship in Gulf of Aden
In a series of escalating attacks, Houthi rebels fired a missile at a U.S.-owned ship, the Gibraltar Eagle, just off the coast of Yemen in the Gulf of Aden. This comes less than a day after the rebels launched an anti-ship cruise missile towards an American destroyer in the Red Sea. The attack on t...
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| 12.01.2024 07:25
Trial to begin for woman accused of helping to cover up killing of Connecticut mother of 5
The trial of Michelle Troconis, the woman accused of assisting her boyfriend, Fotis Dulos, in covering up the suspected murder of his ex-wife, Jennifer Dulos, commenced on Thursday with compelling testimony from investigating officers. The trial, taking place in Stamford Superior Court, has attract...
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| 09.01.2024 17:54
Wayne LaPierre steps down as NRA leader ahead of civil trial
In a stunning turn of events, Wayne LaPierre, the long-standing CEO of the National Rifle Association (NRA), found himself in a New York courtroom, facing allegations of corruption and abuse of authority. Eleven years ago, LaPierre had delivered a powerful speech in the aftermath of the tragic shoo...
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| 05.01.2024 17:35
Northeast U.S. braces for weekend storm bringing snow, rain, and ice
Millions of people in the eastern U.S. are bracing themselves for a powerful storm system that is expected to bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the region. The storm is predicted to reach North Carolina by Saturday morning and then move along the northeastern coastline throughout the weekend....
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| 04.01.2024 20:34
Connecticut Woman Chooses Vermont for End-of-Life Decision
Connecticut Woman Dies in Vermont, Advocates for Expanded Access to Assisted Suicide In a bittersweet turn of events, Lynda Bluestein, a Connecticut woman who fought for expanded access to Vermont's law allowing terminally ill individuals to receive lethal medication to end their lives, passed away...
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| 04.01.2024 04:39
Rangers' Top Prospect Othmann Makes NHL Debut
In a surprising turn of events, the spotlight won't be on Connor Bedard, the highly anticipated first-round pick, during Thursday night's game at Madison Square Garden. Instead, all eyes will be on Brennan Othmann, the 16th overall selection of the 2021 draft for the New York Rangers, as he makes h...
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| 04.01.2024 02:32
State Capitols Evacuated Amidst Bomb Threats, FBI Deems Them Hoaxes
Rick Scott (R-FL), Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost were among the public officials targeted in recent days by "swatting" attempts, which involve prank calls made to emergency services in order to prompt a police response. In response to the bomb threats, Connecticut, G...
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| 03.01.2024 21:36
Tragic Connecticut house fire claims lives of four children
Four children tragically lost their lives in a devastating house fire that occurred on Tuesday night in Somers, Connecticut. The fire tore through a duplex home in the town, located just southeast of Springfield, Massachusetts, around 10:20 p.m. Local officials have confirmed the deaths, but the vi...
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| 03.01.2024 13:44
State Capitols Cleared Amid Bomb Threats
Multiple state capitol buildings across the country have been evacuated after officials received bomb threats via email to the offices of their secretaries of state. The threats, which were part of a mass chain email, stated that bombs had been placed in state capitols throughout the US, though the...
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| 02.01.2024 04:45
Historic New Year's Day drawing awards Michigan resident $842 million Powerball jackpot
In a historic drawing on New Year's Day, a lucky Powerball ticketholder in Michigan has become the winner of the estimated $842 million jackpot, making it the tenth-largest prize in lottery history. This marks the first time in the game's nearly three-decade-long history that someone has hit the ja...
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| 01.01.2024 13:56
New Year Brings Pay Raise for Minimum-Wage Workers in the Empire State
New York's minimum-wage workers rang in the new year with a reason to rejoice as they saw a significant pay increase come into effect on Monday. The Empire State initiated the first of several annual increases, raising the minimum wage to $16 in New York City and select suburbs, up from the previou...
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| 30.12.2023 13:17
States set to enact new laws in 2024 on guns, fuzzy dice and taxes
Starting Monday, Illinois motorists can finally breathe a sigh of relief as police will no longer be allowed to pull them over solely based on objects hanging from their rearview mirrors. This revised windshield rule means that air fresheners, parking placards, and even the iconic fuzzy dice are fa...
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| 28.12.2023 04:42
Northeast expecting soggy stretch of weather heading into New Year's Eve
Drenching rain is expected to hit the Northeast, triggering a flood watch that covers over 10 million people, including Philadelphia and much of New Jersey. The heavy rainfall is part of a large plume of moisture moving up the Eastern Seaboard from Wednesday into Thursday, with computer guidance su...
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| 27.12.2023 01:53
Students file lawsuit against Connecticut officials, alleging worsened conditions
A federal class-action lawsuit has been filed by former students of a for-profit nursing school in Connecticut against state officials, alleging that their actions and defamatory statements have hindered the students' training and careers. The lawsuit, representing over 1,200 former Stone Academy s...
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| 26.12.2023 12:32
Blizzard Paralyzes Travel Across Northern Plains
A powerful winter storm has caused chaos across the Plains and parts of the Midwest, with blizzard conditions and heavy snowfall leading to numerous weather-related incidents. The National Weather Service has issued winter weather alerts for seven million people, warning of potentially damaging ice...
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| 21.12.2023 07:31
Rick Pitino puzzled by St. John's ahead of Big East opener
St. John's basketball team seems to have found a new lease of life after suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of Boston College. The loss served as a wake-up call, prompting the team to reassess their defensive strategies. Since then, they have played two games in which their defense has been e...
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| 20.12.2023 23:58
Surge in Child Vaccine Exemptions Raises Concerns
In recent months, Idaho faced a rare outbreak of measles that put health officials on high alert. The outbreak, which occurred within a single family, infected a total of 10 individuals who were unvaccinated. Fortunately, the state managed to contain the spread of the virus through swift quarantine...
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| 19.12.2023 11:20
Major cleanup underway after storm batters Northeastern US, knocks out power and floods roads
A powerful storm that struck the northeastern U.S. caused widespread damage and flooding, leaving hundreds of thousands of customers without power in Maine. Utility crews in the state were working tirelessly to restore electricity to affected areas, with the restoration effort expected to take mult...
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| 17.12.2023 20:22
Mets' Strong Contention for Ace: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Dines at Steve Cohen's House
In a highly competitive pursuit for Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the New York Yankees are making sure to get as much face time with the coveted free agent as possible. After a recent dinner at Steve Cohen's Connecticut home with a Mets contingent, Yamamoto was set to meet with the Yank...
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| 16.12.2023 18:21
Alex Jones and Sandy Hook Families Enter Final Stretch in Bankruptcy Fight
Jones, in a Connecticut lawsuit over his claims that the shooting was a hoax. The families won a $1.4 billion judgment against him, which led to his bankruptcy filing. In his proposal, Jones suggests that the families accept a settlement of $5.5 million per year for 10 years, along with a percentag...
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| 16.12.2023 08:17
Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut
In a remarkable collaboration, Travis Mark for Sotheby's International Realty and Beat Mining Photography have come together to create a stunning visual representation of luxury real estate. The fusion of their unique talents has resulted in a collection of captivating images that transcends the bo...
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| 13.12.2023 09:53
Three of five whales that were brought to Connecticut's Mystic Aquarium have died
In a sad turn of events, another beluga whale has passed away at Connecticut's Mystic Aquarium, raising concerns about the facility's care of these marine mammals. The 9-year-old beluga whale named Kharabali began showing abnormal swimming behavior in November, and despite efforts to treat her, her...
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| 12.12.2023 03:15
Yale Condemns Draping of Palestinian Flag on Menorah near Campus
Yale University leaders, elected officials, and clergy in New Haven, Conn. are condemning the desecration of a public Hanukkah menorah after a protester briefly hung a Palestinian flag from it over the weekend. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for action against rising antisemitism on col...
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| 10.12.2023 04:48
Rangers' Barclay Goodrow uncertain to play against Capitals following facial injury
In a disappointing 4-0 loss to the Capitals on Saturday night, the New York Rangers were without forward Barclay Goodrow, who had missed the past couple of practices. Goodrow, who had been struck in the face by a puck during Tuesday's game against the Senators, skated on his own back in New York. A...
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| 07.12.2023 10:15
Coast Guard vows reforms after review reveals sexual assault concerns
In a groundbreaking internal review, U.S. Coast Guard officials have promised extensive reforms following reports of sexual assault and harassment within the organization. The 90-day review, released on Wednesday, highlights the erosion of trust in leadership and the prevalence of a "permissive env...
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| 03.12.2023 07:49
Delivery drivers navigate holiday havoc as carjackers, robbers disrupt package rush
The holiday season, known for its hustle and bustle, has brought about a wave of dangerous incidents for delivery drivers. These hardworking individuals, responsible for ensuring Christmas gifts reach their destinations, have found themselves in the crosshairs of dangerous criminals. Recent reports...
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| 02.12.2023 19:10
John Nichols, author of The Milagro Beanfield War, dies aged 83
John Treadwell Nichols, a renowned writer known for his novel "The Milagro Beanfield War," has passed away at the age of 83. Nichols, who was originally from New York City but had made New Mexico his home, died on Monday at his residence in Taos. The cause of death was heart failure, according to h...
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| 30.11.2023 22:06
Smoking ban bill frustrates casino workers in New Jersey Legislature
After facing repeated delays, a bill aimed at banning smoking in Atlantic City's casinos has once again failed to move forward. Democratic lawmakers admitted that they did not have enough votes to advance the bill and suggested considering alternatives proposed by the casino industry. These alterna...
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| 30.11.2023 21:18
NYC couple had "paint and sip" date hours before fatal stabbing - and cops eyeing teen son as suspected killer
Nineteen-year-old Jayden Rivera, a college student at SUNY Oswego, has been charged with the murder of his father, 38-year-old Jonathan Rivera, his girlfriend, 33-year-old Hanoi Peralta, and their 5-year-old son, Kayden Rivera. The bodies of the victims were discovered on Sunday in their Bronx apar...
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| 28.11.2023 14:08
Woman sues Chopt restaurants after discovering severed finger in salad
A customer from Greenwich, Connecticut, Allison Cozzi, has filed a lawsuit against the fast casual chain Chopt Creative Salad Co. claiming that she found a piece of the manager's finger in her salad. The incident allegedly occurred on April 7, 2023, at a Chopt location in Mount Kisco, New York. Coz...
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| 28.11.2023 00:27
Sandy Hook families demand justice as Alex Jones faces financial ruin
In a recent development in the legal battle between Sandy Hook families and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, the families have offered to settle the debt for only a fraction of the amount won in legal judgments. The families, who had previously won nearly $1.5 billion in judgments against Jones for...
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| 27.11.2023 22:36
Residents Fight Railroad Expansion, Challenging Property Rights
The hearing, which began on Monday, has significant implications for property law not just in rural Georgia but potentially across the entire state and nation. The key issue at stake is whether the Sandersville Railroad, owned by an influential Georgia family, can legally condemn private property t...
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| 26.11.2023 21:02
States Take Action to Reduce Food Waste and Hunger
15, 2023. New York state has implemented a program that requires larger businesses to donate edible food and recycle remaining food scraps in an effort to reduce food waste and combat environmental problems. Grocery store manager Sean Rafferty, who has 40 years of experience in the industry, reflec...
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| 22.11.2023 18:24
National media company rescues local newspaper in Connecticut
In a surprising turn of events, a small Connecticut newspaper, the Winsted Citizen, has been rescued from a certain shutdown by American Business Media. The national media company made an offer to acquire the struggling newspaper after its chief executive, Vincent Valvo, learned of its impending de...
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| 21.11.2023 04:51
New Hampshire man had no car, no furniture, but died with a big secret, leaving his town millions
Despite living a simple and unassuming life, Holt had a secret: he was a multimillionaire. After his death earlier this year, it was revealed that Holt had left his entire fortune, totaling $3.8 million, to the town of Hinsdale, where he had lived for many years. Holt's lifestyle was modest, with t...
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| 19.11.2023 08:10
Secret Cancer Battle, Kept from Family: Dear Abby Advises
In a series of heart-wrenching letters, readers have sought advice from Dear Abby, sharing their personal struggles and seeking guidance. One woman from the South expressed her deep hurt and frustration over her husband's refusal to share his inheritance with her. She explained that before receivin...
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