Mattel Releases First Barbie Doll With Diabetes To Inspire Kids With Condition Mattel Releases First Barbie Doll With Diabetes To Inspire Kids With Condition
Mattel Releases First Barbie Doll With Diabetes To Inspire Kids With Condition Barbie is making history with a new doll aimed at uplifting children with diabetes. Mattel has launched its first Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes, the company announced on Tuesday, July 8. The new doll wears a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on her arm, secured with heart-shaped medical tape in signature Barbie pink.  The new doll is part of the 2025 Barbie Fashionistas line, which includes more than 175 diverse dolls. The Barbies have various skin tones, body types, hair textures, and visible disabilities like Down syndrome. Mattel partnered with global nonprofit Bre…
M&M's, Skittles Reportedly Resisting Push To End Artificial Food Dye Use: Here's Why M&M's, Skittles Reportedly Resisting Push To End Artificial Food Dye Use: Here's Why
M&M's, Skittles Reportedly Resisting Push To End Artificial Food Dye Use: Here's Why One of the nation's largest candy makers is pushing back on a years-long effort to remove artificial food dyes from its products, according to reports. Mars, the McLean, Virginia-based company behind popular candies like M&M's, is resisting the federal government's effort to remove synthetic food colorings, The New York Times reported on Monday, July 7. This comes as more than a dozen food giants like Kraft Heinz, General Mills, PepsiCo, ConAgra, and Nestlé have agreed to eliminate the artificial dyes from their US products by the end of 2027. Federal agencies have tried for y…
Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms, 5-Day Forecast Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms, 5-Day Forecast
Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms, 5-Day Forecast A daily pattern of pop-up storms and drenching showers will linger through the end of the workweek, according to the National Weather Service. The main threat from the storms will be flash flooding, especially in areas that were already hit by heavy rain in recent days. Saturated ground and elevated stream levels could lead to rapid runoff and rising water in flood-prone zones. As the remnants of Chantal weaken, the chance for precipitation will decrease a bit on Wednesday, July 9, which will be partly sunny most of the day. Still, afternoon and evening thunderstorms are expected farth…
New Worldwide Survey Reveals Top-Ranked US City New Worldwide Survey Reveals Top-Ranked US City
New Worldwide Survey Reveals Top-Ranked US City They’re vibrant, unforgettable, and according to thousands of travelers, worth visiting again and again. Travel + Leisure has unveiled its 2025 list of the world’s best cities, based on votes from its readers — and one destination in Mexico claimed the top spot for the second year in a row. The annual rankings spotlight cities that blend atmosphere, history, hotels, dining, culture, and bang-for-your-buck value.  In this year’s survey, voters particularly favored cities in Asia and Latin America, with seven of the top 10 located in Asia and six in Latin America. While beloved global …
Americans' Surprising Health Priorities Revealed In New Survey Americans' Surprising Health Priorities Revealed In New Survey
Americans' Surprising Health Priorities Revealed In New Survey Forget chasing six-packs and perfect angles. More Americans are turning inward. A new survey finds that nearly eight in 10 people now prioritize how they feel over how they look, and they’re making daily changes to prove it. The poll of 2,000 adults found 77 percent said they care more about internal wellness than outward appearance.  Many are adopting small habits to support that goal, including getting better sleep, eating nourishing meals, and moving their bodies in ways that simply feel good. The shift reflects a growing interest in gut health and mind-body connection. In fa…
7-Eleven Serving Up Free Slurpees: Here's When, Why 7-Eleven Serving Up Free Slurpees: Here's When, Why
7-Eleven Serving Up Free Slurpees: Here's When, Why It’s not just brain freeze anymore, this year, your tongue is getting in on the action. 7-Eleven’s Slurpee Day is back on Friday, July 11 — the date that doubles as the chain’s namesake — and the 98th birthday bash is shaping up to be its wildest yet.  From free drinks to bold new flavors to limited-edition “tongue tattoos,” the country’s biggest convenience chain is going all-in. The headline freebie: A free small Slurpee at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations nationwide. Just show up and slurp. But this year, fans can wear their Slurpee love on their sleeve — or…
National French Fry Day 2025: Where To Get Crispy Deals, Salty Favorite's Origins National French Fry Day 2025: Where To Get Crispy Deals, Salty Favorite's Origins
National French Fry Day 2025: Where To Get Crispy Deals, Salty Favorite's Origins Fast food chains across the country are gearing up to celebrate a crispy food beloved by many Americans. National French Fry Day in 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, July 11. The holiday used to fall on July 13 annually, but Checkers and Rally's led a movement in 2022 to change the date to the second Friday of each July, likely as a nod to the pun "Fry-day," according to the National Day Calendar. Despite the name, french fries may not have come from France. Both France and Belgium have claimed credit for inventing the iconic fried potato, but many food historians say it was probably…
These Are Morning Routines Most Can't Do Without, Survey Reveals These Are Morning Routines Most Can't Do Without, Survey Reveals
These Are Morning Routines Most Can't Do Without, Survey Reveals A bad day can start before your feet hit the floor. That’s according to a new poll showing how critical morning rituals are to how people feel for the rest of the day, and which small missteps can throw everything off. In a survey of 2,000 US adults, one in three said their mornings can unravel fast if they skip simple steps like brushing their teeth (34 percent), drinking water (28 percent), or skipping their usual cup of coffee or tea (38 percent).  A quarter said failing to shower after waking up disrupts their rhythm, and 22 percent said skipping exercise ruins their flow. Nearly…
Stunning Summer Sky Events: Thunder Moon, Fireballs, Milky Way Glow Highlight What's Coming Stunning Summer Sky Events: Thunder Moon, Fireballs, Milky Way Glow Highlight What's Coming
Stunning Summer Sky Events: Thunder Moon, Fireballs, Milky Way Glow Highlight What's Coming Fireworks won’t be the only things lighting up the sky this month. Stargazers will be treated to a trio of celestial shows this month, starting with the rise of the Thunder Moon on Thursday, July 10. Named for the seasonal storms that rumble across North America, this bright full moon will rise in the southeastern sky around nightfall. It will shine through the night before setting near sunrise. Later in the month, skies will glow with something even more dramatic: a rare meteor shower doubleheader.  The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will peak together on the n…
WATCH Olympian Mary Lou Retton Tie Oxygen Tube To Face During DUI Test In West Virginia: Report WATCH Olympian Mary Lou Retton Tie Oxygen Tube To Face During DUI Test In West Virginia: Report
Watch Olympian Mary Lou Retton Tie Oxygen Tube To Face During DUI Test In West Virginia: Report Olympic legend Mary Lou Retton can be seen struggling to breathe and tying an oxygen tube to her face while attempting a DUI sobriety test, bodycam footage released this month reveals. The footage, obtained by Entertainment Tonight, shows the 57-year-old gymnast on Saturday, May 17, in an AutoZone parking lot in Marion County, West Virginia, where officers say she was found behind the wheel with an open bottle of wine in the passenger seat. Retton gasps and clutches her chest as an officer from the Fairmont City Police Department asks her to raise her leg six inches off the ground and count…
Teen Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With SUV Near I-91 In Wallingford, Cops Say Teen Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With SUV Near I-91 In Wallingford, Cops Say
Teen Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With SUV Near I-91 In Wallingford, Cops Say A 19-year-old motorcyclist was killed Tuesday, July 8, in a crash near Interstate 91 in Wallingford, police said. The collision happened around the intersection of South Colony Road and the Wharton Brook Connector (I-91), according to a release from the Wallingford Police Department. Police said the teen was riding a Suzuki SV650 northbound on South Colony Road when a 46-year-old man driving a Lexus RX450 heading south made a left turn onto the connector road. The motorcycle collided with the turning SUV. Emergency responders arrived quickly and attempted life-saving measures, but the moto…
“Heaven” Awaits: Bryan Adams & Pat Benatar Team Up For 2025 Tour “Heaven” Awaits: Bryan Adams & Pat Benatar Team Up For 2025 Tour
“Heaven” Awaits: Bryan Adams & Pat Benatar Team Up For 2025 Tour Rock fans, it’s time to turn up the volume. Bryan Adams is hitting the road this fall with his massive “Roll With The Punches” North America 2025 tour. The 40-date trek kicks off in Canada on September 11 and wraps November 26 in Minneapolis, MN. And making it even sweeter? Special guests Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will join Adams on all US dates. Expect unforgettable nights of hits in these cities: October 25 – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT October 26 – TD Garden, Boston, MA October 29 – Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA October 30 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY But this p…
Stepdad Buried 14-Year-Old’s Newborn In Backyard Days After Secret Birth: Affidavit Stepdad Buried 14-Year-Old’s Newborn In Backyard Days After Secret Birth: Affidavit
Stepdad Buried 14-Year-Old’s Newborn In Backyard Days After Secret Birth: Affidavit A baby girl secretly born to a 14-year-old in a Milton bedroom was dead within hours. By the next morning, her decomposing body was in a shallow backyard grave—dug by the teen’s stepfather with garden shears, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Tuesday, July 8. Donan Antonio Maradiaga-Orellana, 29, was arrested Wednesday, July 2, after Milton Borough Police say he buried the full-term newborn behind his Center Street home in the middle of the night and attempted to cover up the death without alerting authorities. He’s being held at Northumberland County Jail on $75,000 b…
'We Lost Everything': Community Rallies After Fireworks Send CT Family Home Up In Flames 'We Lost Everything': Community Rallies After Fireworks Send CT Family Home Up In Flames
'We Lost Everything': Community Rallies After Fireworks Send CT Family Home Up In Flames An East Hartford family of 10 was left homeless after an errant firework sparked a fire that engulfed their home on July Fourth. But their tight-knit community is coming together to help them rebuild their lives.  Victorya Cauley, a 17-year-old preparing for college, said she was getting ready for bed around 11 p.m. when her older sister, Zaniah Cauley, rushed into her bedroom and told her their Park Avenue home was on fire. Victorya grabbed her younger brother, and they ran outside. None of them was wearing shoes, and they were dressed for bed. "All I had was my phone," Victorya…
Big Names, Big Sound, Big E: 2025’s Concerts Go Big Big Names, Big Sound, Big E: 2025’s Concerts Go Big
Big Names, Big Sound, Big E: 2025’s Concerts Go Big Need one more reason to hit the Big E this September? How about nine: Gov’t Mule, Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross, Cole Swindell, The Avett Brothers, Foreigner, The Kid Laroi, Train, and ZZ Top. Tickets to these Big E Arena shows are sold separately from general admission—and they’re going fast. Grab yours now before they’re gone. New England’s largest fair, the Big E in West Springfield, MA, is more than fried Oreos and butter sculptures. It’s where legends light up the stage and fans show up big. This year’s lineup spans Southern rock to rap, country to classic rock. You don’t see Gov’t Mule and R…
161 Now Confirmed Missing After Catastrophic July 4th Flash Flooding In Texas 161 Now Confirmed Missing After Catastrophic July 4th Flash Flooding In Texas
161 Now Confirmed Missing After Catastrophic July 4th Flash Flooding In Texas The number of missing people following the historic flash flooding that swept through central Texas early on the morning of July 4 has now climbed to 161. The death toll has reached 109 statewide, Gov. Greg Abbott announced late Tuesday afternoon, July 8 at a press conference. A total of 94 of the deaths were in Kerr County in the state's Hill Country. There are five campers and one counselor from historic Camp Mystic in Kerr County now unaccounted for. Initially, 27 girls who attended the camp were missing. Abbott said there likely could be more people missing. The flooding was more …
Trump Can Proceed With Government Overhaul, Cut Workers, Supreme Court Rules Trump Can Proceed With Government Overhaul, Cut Workers, Supreme Court Rules
Trump Can Proceed With Government Overhaul, Cut Workers, Supreme Court Rules It’s now full speed ahead for President Donald Trump’s plan to overhaul the federal workforce. In a late-day decision Tuesday, July 8, the US Supreme Court said Trump’s executive order may move forward, allowing mass layoffs and structural reorganizations across multiple federal departments and agencies while ongoing litigation plays out. The high court’s unsigned order overturned a Thursday, May 22 injunction issued by US District Judge Susan Illston of San Francisco that had temporarily blocked Trump’s directive on grounds it likely required congressional approval. At issue is the admini…
Dollar Tree Completes Family Dollar Sale For $1B Amid Discount Chain's Struggles Dollar Tree Completes Family Dollar Sale For $1B Amid Discount Chain's Struggles
Dollar Tree Completes Family Dollar Sale For $1B Amid Discount Chain's Struggles Dollar Tree has finalized the sale of its struggling Family Dollar chain to two investment firms for a little more than $1 billion. Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management have completed their $1.007 billion cash purchase of Chesapeake, Virginia-based Family Dollar. The deal was first revealed in March and Dollar Tree announced the sale's completion in a news release on Tuesday, July 8. Dollar Tree said it expects to receive about $800 million after taxes and other adjustments, including $665 million paid at closing. "The completion of this transaction marks a defining m…
Intoxicated Driver Hit 126 MPH In 50 MPH-Zone On I-95: Police Intoxicated Driver Hit 126 MPH In 50 MPH-Zone On I-95: Police
Intoxicated Driver Hit 126 MPH In 50 Mph-zone On I-95: Police A Connecticut driver is facing serious charges after police clocked him going more than twice the speed limit on I-95 while intoxicated, authorities said.  Erik Gravem, 52, is charged with operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol and reckless driving, Connecticut State Police said.  Troopers spotted Gravem's car around 1:15 a.m. on Monday, July 7, near exit 52 in East Haven. He was clocked at 126 miles per hour in a stretch of I-95 where the speed limit is 50 mph, police said.  After pulling him over, the trooper said Gravem appeared intoxicated, but…
Plane Crash Leaves Family With 2 Young Children Dead Near NC Airport Plane Crash Leaves Family With 2 Young Children Dead Near NC Airport
Plane Crash Leaves Family With 2 Young Children Dead Near NC Airport A family of four was killed after their small plane crashed in a field in central North Carolina, authorities said. The crash occurred just after 1:45 p.m. Monday, July 7 near the Raleigh Executive Jetport in Lee County, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.  The wreckage was located between Wallace Creek Lane and Riddle Road. Three of the victims died at the scene. A fourth was taken to UNC Hospital and later died from their injuries, troopers said. The aircraft was a single-engine Cirrus SR22, the Federation Aviation Administration (FAA) announced. The victims were…
2 CT Teens Stabbed In Knife Fight At Popular Park; Police Ask For Tips 2 CT Teens Stabbed In Knife Fight At Popular Park; Police Ask For Tips
2 CT Teens Stabbed In Knife Fight At Popular Park; Police Ask For Tips A fight at a popular Connecticut park ended with two 16-year-old boys stabbed and police asking neighbors to come forward with any information. Police say the trouble began near the pavilion at Charter Oak Park in Manchester between 4:30 and 5 p.m. on Monday, July 7. After the clash, one teen ran to the Dunkin’ on Center Street and said he had been stabbed in the chest. He was treated by first responders and taken to the hospital. He has since been released. While investigating, officers found a second 16-year-old with a small abdominal wound, also believed to be from the same knife fight, …
CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity' CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity'
CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-a-lifetime Opportunity' The CEO of Wendy's is ditching hamburgers for chocolate as he agrees to be in charge of Hershey's. Kirk Tanner will take over as CEO of The Hershey Company on Monday, Aug. 18, the chocolate giant announced on Tuesday, July 8. The former PepsiCo executive will replace longtime leader Michele Buck, who will stay on in a senior advisory role during the transition. Tanner will leave his president and CEO position with Wendy's on Friday, July 18. "I am truly honored to be chosen as the next leader of a company I've long admired," Tanner said. "Throughout my career, I've remained …
Man Arrested Following Fatal Stabbing, Slashing Outside CT Home: Police Man Arrested Following Fatal Stabbing, Slashing Outside CT Home: Police
Man Arrested Following Fatal Stabbing, Slashing Outside CT Home: Police Police say a Connecticut man has surrendered following a deadly stabbing outside a home last month.  Jose Ayala, 50, has been charged with first-degree murder in the attack that killed 47-year-old Samuel Lopez and slashed another man across the face outside a home on Washington Street in Waterbury on June 28, authorities said.  Investigators say Ayala and the two men knew each other and had a pre-existing disagreement.  Ayala was being held on a $2 million bond, authorities said.  Lopez's daughter created a GoFundMe to help pay for his funeral costs. The campaign …
McDonald's Adds Spicy Breakfast Menu Item As Fans Brace For Snack Wrap's Return McDonald's Adds Spicy Breakfast Menu Item As Fans Brace For Snack Wrap's Return
McDonald's Adds Spicy Breakfast Menu Item As Fans Brace For Snack Wrap's Return A huge week for McDonald's fans just got spicier. McDonald's officially launched spicy versions of its iconic Egg McMuffin nationwide on Tuesday, July 8. Each sandwich is served on a toasted English muffin with egg, cheese, spicy pepper sauce, and either Canadian bacon or sausage. Customers can choose from a Spicy McMuffin with Egg, a Spicy Sausage McMuffin, and a Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg. "The word on the street is we're turning up the heat on breakfast this summer," the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter posted. "You can add some kick to your morni…
Here's How Many Days Parents Need To Recover From Family Vacation Here's How Many Days Parents Need To Recover From Family Vacation
Here's How Many Days Parents Need To Recover From Family Vacation Family vacations may be packed with memories, but for many parents, the real trip starts when they get home. It takes the average parent two and a half days to recover from traveling with kids, according to a new survey of 2,000 parents of children under 12. For one in three, the peaceful part of the journey doesn’t even make it past the first hour.  Whether by plane, car, or train, bickering, meltdowns, and mood swings are frequent fliers on most family itineraries. When asked to estimate how long it takes to feel fully like themselves again after a trip, parents said they needed 2.…
TSA To End Shoes-Off Policy At Airport Security Checkpoints, Report Says TSA To End Shoes-Off Policy At Airport Security Checkpoints, Report Says
TSA To End Shoes-Off Policy At Airport Security Checkpoints, Report Says It may soon be time to leave your shoes on at the airport. After nearly two decades of making travelers remove footwear at security checkpoints, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reportedly phasing out the long-standing policy at many major airports across the country. Passengers in general screening lanes — not just those with TSA PreCheck — will no longer need to remove their shoes at dozens of high-volume US airports, according to an internal agency memo obtained by ABC News. The change will roll out gradually nationwide, with more airports adopting the new approach ov…
Rider Suffers Concussion In Crash, Prompting Massive Recall Of Snowmobile Helmets Rider Suffers Concussion In Crash, Prompting Massive Recall Of Snowmobile Helmets
Rider Suffers Concussion In Crash, Prompting Massive Recall Of Snowmobile Helmets More than 225,000 snowmobile helmets are being recalled after a rider suffered a concussion when their helmet came off during a crash. The recall affects about 201,200 helmets sold in the US under the 509 and Polaris brands, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 3. About 26,800 helmets sold in Canada were also included in the recall. The CPSC warned that the helmets don't offer enough protection in a crash and pose a risk of head injury. So far, one concussion injury has been reported from a rider whose helmet came off during a crash. T…
Household Staples Pulled In Recall Of Items Sold At Costco, Other Retailers Household Staples Pulled In Recall Of Items Sold At Costco, Other Retailers
Household Staples Pulled In Recall Of Items Sold At Costco, Other Retailers A pair of everyday products sold through Costco have been pulled from shelves over safety concerns affecting customers across the US. The recall involves two separate products — a portable power bank and a window air conditioning unit — and affects items sold both directly through Costco and via Costco Next, a program that lets members buy brand-name goods at Costco pricing. One of the recalled items is the Anker Power Bank (10K, 22.5W), identified by model number A1257.  Anker voluntarily launched the recall after an internal review found that lithium-ion battery cells from one suppl…
Do Ya Think He’s Sexy? Rod Stewart’s 2025 Tour Brings the Hits Do Ya Think He’s Sexy? Rod Stewart’s 2025 Tour Brings the Hits
Do Ya Think He’s Sexy? Rod Stewart’s 2025 Tour Brings the Hits Rod Stewart is strutting back on stage this summer for a run of shows that fans won’t want to miss and tickets are already moving faster than a Saturday night dance floor. Snag yours now for a chance to see this rock legend live, joined by Cheap Trick, in a night packed with iconic hits. At 80 years young, the two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is still delivering unforgettable performances. Stewart has announced that this will be his final large-scale tour, making these summer dates a rare chance to see him perform live. Here’s where you can catch him: July 12—Wells Fargo Center in P…
Don’t Look Back in Anger: Oasis Reunites For 2025 Tour Don’t Look Back in Anger: Oasis Reunites For 2025 Tour
Don’t Look Back in Anger: Oasis Reunites For 2025 Tour Today’s the day to find your wonderwall because Oasis is back on tour after a nearly 15-year drought, and tickets are selling faster than champagne supernovas. Get your tickets now before they’re gone. The legendary Britpop band has announced their long-awaited reunion tour across North America, including Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, the only dates on the East Coast.  This isn’t just another tour—it’s their first since the notorious 2009 backstage blow-up between Liam and Noel Gallagher that shattered the band and left fans wondering if we’d ever hear "Won…
Amazon Warns Of Scam Surge As Prime Day Starts: What To Know Amazon Warns Of Scam Surge As Prime Day Starts: What To Know
Amazon Warns Of Scam Surge As Prime Day Starts: What To Know Prime members are being urged to stay vigilant following a new scam warning by Amazon as its annual Prime Day event gets underway. Prime Day is often used by scammers as cover for phishing attempts and impersonation fraud. It runs from Tuesday, July 8, through Friday, July 11. The company says fraudsters are increasingly targeting shoppers with fake emails, texts, and phone calls that appear to come from Amazon.  The goal: to trick users into handing over personal or financial information. In many cases, the messages create a false sense of urgency, such as a problem with an ord…