Fill-Up Of The Valkyries: Mass Gas Station Turns Pumps Into Concert Hall With Live Orchestra Fill-Up Of The Valkyries: Mass Gas Station Turns Pumps Into Concert Hall With Live Orchestra
Fill-Up Of The Valkyries: Mass Gas Station Turns Pumps Into Concert Hall With Live Orchestra The only thing most drivers expect at the pump is sticker shock. One Massachusetts gas station is giving them a string quartet instead. Quincy Gas in Quincy has been surprising customers this year with live orchestra performances just steps from the pumps. The unexpected soundtrack has caught attention on social media, turning routine fill-ups into moments that drivers are talking about long after they leave. Owner Harvey Kertzman said the idea was simple. "People are paying so much money for gas, and they get the gas but don't leave with a smile on their face," Kertzman told The Boston Gl…
Deadline Nears For Amazon Prime Customers To File Claims In $2.5B Settlement Deadline Nears For Amazon Prime Customers To File Claims In $2.5B Settlement
Deadline Nears For Amazon Prime Customers To File Claims In $2.5B Settlement Amazon Prime customers have only a few days left to file a claim as part of a $2.5 billion federal settlement. The deadline to submit claims is Monday, July 27. The Federal Trade Commission and Amazon reached the settlement in September 2025 over how Prime memberships were marketed and canceled. The FTC accused Amazon of enrolling consumers in Prime without clear consent, collecting billing information before fully disclosing membership terms, and making it difficult for users to cancel. Amazon settled the case without admitting fault but said it's working to "make it clear and simple …
Cheez-It Launching New Flavor Inspired By Popular Beer Brand Cheez-It Launching New Flavor Inspired By Popular Beer Brand
Cheez-It Launching New Flavor Inspired By Popular Beer Brand A popular beer brand is putting its flavor into a new type of Cheez-It. Coors Light is teaming up with Cheez-It to launch limited-edition Beer Cheese-flavored crackers, Mars, Incorporated said in a news release on Wednesday, July 22. The new snack will be available at retailers nationwide beginning in August while supplies last. The cheesy crackers feature the taste of Coors Light-flavored beer cheese with a savory, tangy profile and toasted spices. "Our obsessed fans are constantly looking for bold new ways to enjoy Cheez-It, and we had the golden opportunity to bring one of America'…
NJ Fisherman, 38, Dies Suddenly 130 Nautical Miles Off Long Island Coast: Police NJ Fisherman, 38, Dies Suddenly 130 Nautical Miles Off Long Island Coast: Police
NJ Fisherman, 38, Dies Suddenly 130 Nautical Miles Off Long Island Coast: Police A 38-year-old New Jersey fisherman died suddenly while on board a vessel off the coast of Long Island on Tuesday, July 21, police said. Sean Smida, 38, of Toms River, fell unconscious just before 10 a.m. Tuesday when the ship was about 130 nautical miles east of Montauk Point, the East Hampton Police Department said. The ship, a private fishing vessel, immediately headed for the U.S. Coast Guard station in Montauk and arrived around 1:30 p.m., authorities said. People on board attempted to revive Smida during the journey, cops said. “Based on the preliminary investigation, it appears Mr. S…
168K Nissan, Infiniti Vehicles Recalled Over Safety Concern: What To Know 168K Nissan, Infiniti Vehicles Recalled Over Safety Concern: What To Know
168K Nissan, Infiniti Vehicles Recalled Over Safety Concern: What To Know More than 168,000 Nissan and Infiniti SUVs are being recalled because an incorrect weight label could lead to overloading and increase crash risks. Nissan North America issued the recall for 168,149 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, July 16. The recall includes certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 Infiniti QX80 vehicles equipped with 22-inch wheels. The SUVs were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating on the certification label. The rating shows how much weight each axle can sa…
Vacation Horror: American Tourists Stabbed In Rare Attack At Acropolis In Greece Vacation Horror: American Tourists Stabbed In Rare Attack At Acropolis In Greece
Vacation Horror: American Tourists Stabbed In Rare Attack At Acropolis In Greece A morning outing at one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks turned into a bloody scramble for help. Two Greek-American tourists were stabbed near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, on Tuesday, July 21, according to multiple reports, including ABC News and NBC News. The attack was highly unusual in Greece, where violent street assaults are rare. The Acropolis area is one of the country’s busiest tourist destinations and draws visitors from around the world. The incident happened at about 8:05 a.m. on a pedestrian walkway near the southern entrance to the Acropolis archaeological site. …
Tick Bite Can Trigger Life-Changing Food Allergy: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips Tick Bite Can Trigger Life-Changing Food Allergy: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips
Tick Bite Can Trigger Life-Changing Food Allergy: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips A nearly invisible outdoor hazard can alter what someone can safely eat and trigger a medical emergency hours after dinner. The condition is alpha-gal syndrome, or AGS, a potentially life-threatening allergy that can develop after a tick bite, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Alpha-gal is a sugar molecule found in most mammals but not in humans. It is also present in the saliva of some ticks. A bite can introduce the molecule into a person’s bloodstream, causing the immune system to treat it as a threat. The person may react later after eating beef, pork, lamb, …
Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals
Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals The biggest heroes in kids' lives may not need capes, theme music, or superpowers. Parents are the top role models for children ages 4 to 12, according to a survey published Thursday, July 9, by Talker Research and commissioned by Kiddie Academy. The survey of 2,000 parents found that children are most likely to look up to people in their everyday lives, according to Talker Research on behalf of Kiddie Academy. Parents topped the list at 71 percent, followed by teachers at 40 percent, siblings at 37 percent, extended family members at 33 percent, and friends at 31 percent. Fictional super…
Rare Worldwide Travel Alert Issued For Americans: What To Know Rare Worldwide Travel Alert Issued For Americans: What To Know
Rare Worldwide Travel Alert Issued For Americans: What To Know A warning stretching across the globe is changing the equation for Americans with overseas plans. The State Department issued a Worldwide Caution on Monday, July 20, urging Americans everywhere to exercise increased caution as heightened tensions in the Middle East create the potential for unforeseen escalation. The State Department alert is not a blanket order to avoid all international travel. It calls for increased vigilance worldwide and stronger precautions for anyone in or traveling through the Middle East. Americans already in the region should prepare for flight cancellations, peri…
CT House Fire Kills Neurologist, Wife Who Also Worked At Hospital In Infectious Diseases CT House Fire Kills Neurologist, Wife Who Also Worked At Hospital In Infectious Diseases
CT House Fire Kills Neurologist, Wife Who Also Worked At Hospital In Infectious Diseases Authorities have identified the two people killed in an overnight Connecticut house fire as retired neurologist Dr. Daniel Moalli and his wife, Glenna Moalli, who worked in infectious diseases. New London police said Daniel Moalli, 90, and Glenna Moalli, 77, were killed when a fire broke out at their Chapel Drive home around 11:20 p.m. Monday, July 20. Firefighters arrived within minutes and found a working fire on the first floor, New London Fire Chief Vernon Skau said. Four people had been inside the home when the fire started. Two occupants escaped before crews arrived. Firefighters sea…
Bystander Shot At CT Bar Still On Life Support; Community Rallies To Help Pay Medical Bills Bystander Shot At CT Bar Still On Life Support; Community Rallies To Help Pay Medical Bills
Bystander Shot At CT Bar Still On Life Support; Community Rallies To Help Pay Medical Bills A 25-year-old man whose family said he was caught in the crossfire during a violent Connecticut bar fight last week remains on life support after being shot in the chest, and he now faces months of surgeries and rehabilitation. Justin Woodbury was shot Wednesday evening, July 15, during the weekly Bike Night event at Southington's Cadillac Ranch, which attracts motorcycle enthusiasts and members of several motorcycle clubs. During the event, a large fight broke out, ending with Woodbury being shot and a 44-year-old man being severely beaten by four people, police said. Related: 8 Men Arres…
How 6,600 Noncitizens Were Mistakenly Registered To Vote In NJ How 6,600 Noncitizens Were Mistakenly Registered To Vote In NJ
How 6,600 Noncitizens Were Mistakenly Registered To Vote In NJ Nearly 6,600 people who said they were not U.S. citizens were mistakenly registered to vote in New Jersey because of a software error in the state's Motor Vehicle Commission system, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced on Tuesday, July 21. The error led to the voter registration of those individuals between June 2023 and June 2024 after they indicated "no" when asked on a keypad whether they were U.S. citizens while applying for driver's licenses or identification cards, Sherrill said. Fewer than 400 newly registered individuals voted in an election due to this software error,…