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Here's Why Shoppers Turn Into 'Product Detectives' Here's Why Shoppers Turn Into 'Product Detectives'
Here's Why Shoppers Turn Into 'Product Detectives' From the coffee maker to the checkout line, more Americans are hitting pause before they choose. In findings released Tuesday, Sept. 2, a national survey of 2,000 US adults by Talker Research for Traditional Medicinals explores how often people second-guess daily choices and why shopping aisles can feel like obstacle courses. The study reports the average person makes about 50 decisions a day and second-guesses a large share of them. One in eight describe themselves as heavy overthinkers who scrutinize nearly every choice.  Roughly one quarter say simple decisions often feel stressful…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Apple’s New AirPods Can Translate Conversations In Real Time Apple’s New AirPods Can Translate Conversations In Real Time
Apple’s New AirPods Can Translate Conversations In Real Time Apple just dropped its most advanced earbuds yet — the AirPods Pro 3 — and they can now do something straight out of a sci-fi movie: translate conversations in real time, right in your ear (scroll for a video to watch the translation in real time). The highly anticipated Live Translation feature means you can chat with someone in another language without fumbling for your phone. Just pop them in, start talking, and let Apple Intelligence and computational audio do the work.  “Now when you’re with someone who speaks a different language, AirPods Pro will help you understand them in your…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
'Buy American' Movement Fades Despite Trump's Tariff-Fueled US Manufacturing Push: Survey 'Buy American' Movement Fades Despite Trump's Tariff-Fueled US Manufacturing Push: Survey
'Buy American' Movement Fades Despite Trump's Tariff-Fueled US Manufacturing Push: Survey The "Buy American" movement has lost popularity as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs raise prices on many goods while claiming to boost domestic manufacturing, according to a new survey. Half of Americans said in June that they'd be more likely to buy a product they liked after learning it was made in the US, according to the report from The Conference Board. That's down from 60% in May 2022. The appeal of "Made in USA" labels has also fallen 18% since 2022, with shoppers' fears about rising costs as the main factor in the decline. "Given US consumers' persisten…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Award-Winning Chef Bringing Summer Camp Vibes To New Seafood Spot Along CT Shoreline Award-Winning Chef Bringing Summer Camp Vibes To New Seafood Spot Along CT Shoreline
Award-Winning Chef Bringing Summer Camp Vibes To New Seafood Spot Along CT Shoreline A popular restaurant and its award-winning chef are opening a different kind of seafood spot inspired by summer fun along the Connecticut shoreline. The Shipwright's Daughter is expected to launch its new concept, Mystic Fish Camp, in August, the restaurant said in an Instagram post on Thursday, June 19. The fast-casual seafood restaurant will be downtown at 4 Main Street, near Mystic's iconic drawbridge that spans the Mystic River. Mystic Fish Camp is inspired by the New London County village's fishing history and warm-weather fun for children. "Mystic Fish Camp is where New Eng…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Kraft Heinz Says It Will Stop Using Artificial Colors In All Food Products Kraft Heinz Says It Will Stop Using Artificial Colors In All Food Products
Kraft Heinz Says It Will Stop Using Artificial Colors In All Food Products The maker of Kraft Mac & Cheese and Heinz ketchup says it’s phasing out all artificial colors from its US products, and halting any new ones that use them, effective immediately. Kraft Heinz, one of the largest food and beverage companies in the country, announced Tuesday, June 17, that it will eliminate the remaining FD&C (Food, Drug & Cosmetic) artificial dyes from its US product portfolio by the end of 2027.  Already, nearly 90 percent of its domestic products are free of such colors. The move comes as part of what the company called a long-term effort to reformulate re…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
CT Ranked Among 10 Most Eco-Friendly States, New Study Says: Here's Why CT Ranked Among 10 Most Eco-Friendly States, New Study Says: Here's Why
CT Ranked Among 10 Most Eco-Friendly States, New Study Says: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the most environmentally friendly in the nation, according to a new study. The Greenest States in 2025 list was released by WalletHub on Wednesday, April 9. The personal finance website compared all 50 states across key metrics like air and water quality, renewable energy use, green transportation, and carbon emissions. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said infrastructure plays a big role in whether residents can make eco-friendly choices. "If a state doesn't have a great infrastructure for alternative-fuel vehicles, it becomes much harder for r…

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by Chris Spiker
Schools
A Nye-ce Surprise: CT Teacher Competes To Bring Science Legend To His Classroom A Nye-ce Surprise: CT Teacher Competes To Bring Science Legend To His Classroom
A Nye-ce Surprise: CT Teacher Competes To Bring Science Legend To His Classroom A Connecticut teacher with a passion for science hopes to land his class a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: a virtual lesson from legendary science educator Bill Nye, "The Science Guy." Josh Bartosiewicz, 31, a seventh- and eighth-grade teacher at the Unquowa School in Fairfield, is competing in the "America’s Favorite Teacher" award, a contest that benefits the Planetary Society. Voting is now open and runs until March 6. If he wins, Bartosiewicz will receive a $25,000 cash prize, a trip to Hawaii, and the chance to have Nye—a childhood hero—teach a live, virtual class for his students. …

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by Josh Lanier
Lifestyle
This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings
This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings Moving On Up: Here's Where NYC Ranks Among World's Best Cities New York City has made significant progress in a new list of the world's best cities.  The 2024 Top 100 City Destinations Index, published by Euromonitor International, ranks global cities based on tourism performance, sustainability, and economic strength. While Paris retained its crown as the top city, New York City climbed higher on the list, continuing to cement its place as a top global destination. It was ranked 10th last year, and is now at No. 6. The Top 10 cities in the rankings include: No. 1: Paris. No. 2: Ma…

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by Joe Lombardi