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Three CT Cities Among World's Top 200 In New Study: Here's Why Three CT Cities Among World's Top 200 In New Study: Here's Why
Three CT Cities Among World's Top 200 In New Study: Here's Why Two Northeast cities have been recognized among the 10 best in the world, according to a new study. Oxford Economics has released its 2025 Global Cities Index. New York City ranked No. 1 in the world for the second straight year, while Boston climbed into the global top 10 at No. 8 overall. The index evaluates 1,000 cities across five categories. The annual report scored cities on economics, human capital, quality of life, environment, and governance. Researchers said the index helps guide decisions for investors and policymakers. "Leveraging our best-in-class urban economic for…
Chicken Feet, $20K Rolex, Suit Of Armor: The Strangest Lost Luggage Finds Of 2024 Chicken Feet, $20K Rolex, Suit Of Armor: The Strangest Lost Luggage Finds Of 2024
Chicken Feet, $20K Rolex, Suit Of Armor: The Strangest Lost Luggage Finds Of 2024 A $39,000 diamond ring, a full suit of armor, and a bag packed with rocks. Those are just a few of the surprises discovered inside lost luggage in the US in 2024. Unclaimed Baggage released its 2025 "Found Report" on Wednesday, April 9. The annual report is published by the Alabama retailer that resells, donates, or recycles lost luggage and its contents if unclaimed for 90 days. In July 2024 alone, US airlines handled 45.6 million checked bags, according to the federal Department of Transportation. Less than 0.05% were permanently lost. Despite the near-perfect baggage return rate, m…
These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings
These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings Traffic jams continue to plague urban centers across the United States, leading to lost time, increased costs, and frustration for millions of commuters.  The 2024 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard sheds light on the cities most affected, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by drivers. Here are the 10 cities with the worst traffic, according to INRIX: New York City – The Big Apple leads the nation, with drivers losing countless hours in traffic. Chicago – The Windy City ranks second, with congestion remaining a major issue. Los Angeles – LA’s infamous gridlock earns it…
Driver, Passenger Escape Burning Car Fire In CT Driver, Passenger Escape Burning Car Fire In CT
Driver, Passenger Escape Burning Car Fire In CT People inside a car that burst into flames on New Year's Day escaped without injury, authorities said.  Firefighters were called to Sandy Lane in Brookfield around 5:20 p.m. on Wednesday to reports of a car fire. Crews said the vehicle was completely engulfed when they arrived, but the two people inside had escaped.  Firefighters quickly contained the blaze and contained a fuel leak. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection also responded to determine whether the leak had any environmental impacts.  The cause of the blaze is under investigation. 
It's Organic Month: Shop Organic Across the Store at Price Chopper and Market 32! It's Organic Month: Shop Organic Across the Store at Price Chopper and Market 32!
It's Organic Month: Shop Organic Across the Store at Price Chopper and Market 32! National Organic Month is celebrated every September, and we could not be more excited here at Price Chopper & Market 32. While many people associate organic foods to just produce, we offer so many different organic items across multiple departments. These include organic meats, cereals, breads, cookies, frozen meals, baby food, and so much more. Check them out here! At its core, organic means a way of farming and making products that helps the environment and supports different kinds of plants and animals. Organic foods are produced without synthetic chemicals or GMOs. Instead, they use…
Walmart Gets Rid Of Single-Use Bags At All CT Locations Walmart Gets Rid Of Single-Use Bags At All CT Locations
Walmart Gets Rid Of Single-Use Bags At All CT Locations Walmart has removed all single-use plastic and paper bags from the checkout counters at its Connecticut locations. The new policy was implemented on Wednesday, Jan. 18, the company announced.  Customers are encouraged to bring reusable bags or containers to transport their purchases, representatives said. The decision was made after the state banned single-use plastic bags as of July 2021.  Representatives for Walmart said they decided to eliminate paper bags at checkout counters as well due to the environmental impact.  “Eliminating single-use bags in Connecticut is part …