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MA Ranks As No. 1 State With Worst Drivers In New Survey: Here's Why MA Ranks As No. 1 State With Worst Drivers In New Survey: Here's Why
MA Ranks As No. 1 State With Worst Drivers In New Survey: Here's Why Bad drivers are everywhere, but a new study reveals some states are home to more dangerous motorists than others. According to LendingTree’s latest analysis, updated in the middle of November, certain Northeast states land high on the list for the worst drivers in the nation. The study measured accidents, DUIs, speeding, and citations per 1,000 drivers from Nov. 5, 2023, through Nov. 4, 2024. Massachusetts tops the rankings with 61.1 incidents per 1,000 drivers — the highest in the country. The Bay State also has the nation’s only accident rate above 40.0, at 44.4 accidents per 1,000 driver…

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by Joe Lombardi
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WATCH: Fans Gobble Up Melissa Joan Hart's Chaotic Behind-Scenes Look At 'Perfect Family' Photo WATCH: Fans Gobble Up Melissa Joan Hart's Chaotic Behind-Scenes Look At 'Perfect Family' Photo
Watch: Fans Gobble Up Melissa Joan Hart's Chaotic Behind-Scenes Look At 'Perfect Family' Photo Long Island native Melissa Joan Hart showed there’s no spell strong enough to tame family-photo chaos. The actress, 49, posted a hilarious video for her 1.9 million Instagram followers on Friday, Nov. 28, pairing a polished fall-foliage portrait with the caption: “What you see ….. vs what you don’t see. Behind the scenes with 3 boys! #PerfectFamilyPhoto.” The front-half of the video shows Hart smiling alongside her husband, musician Mark Wilkerson, and their three sons — Mason, 19; Braydon, 17; and Tucker, 13 — against a glowing autumn backdrop on Thanksgiving. Everyone looks perfectly coor…

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by Michael Mashburn
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So Your Scale Shot Up After Thanksgiving? Viral Fatloss Coach Explains What To Do Next So Your Scale Shot Up After Thanksgiving? Viral Fatloss Coach Explains What To Do Next
So Your Scale Shot Up After Thanksgiving? Viral Fatloss Coach Explains What To Do Next If your scale shot up after Thanksgiving, the first thing that Blake Horton wants you to do is calm down. A day or two of overindulging isn't nearly enough time to pack on the pounds that the scale said you did, the 43-year-old fat-loss coach said.  Here's why. According to Horton, who lost 60 pounds by eating one massive meal a day, the overnight weight isn't body fat. It's water. "The scale jumping up overnight? That’s due to carbs and sodium," he told his 266K Instagram followers Friday night, Nov. 28. Blake Horton lost 60 pounds by eating one massive meal a day. Courtesy…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Guy Fieri Rushed Into Emergency Surgery After Leg Muscle 'Exploded' In Freak Accident Guy Fieri Rushed Into Emergency Surgery After Leg Muscle 'Exploded' In Freak Accident
Guy Fieri Rushed Into Emergency Surgery After Leg Muscle 'Exploded' In Freak Accident Food Network star Guy Fieri is recovering after he was rushed into emergency surgery to repair a torn muscle he suffered in a fall while filming his new show.  The chef and restaurateur told Fox News Digital that he is now in a wheelchair and using crutches for the foreseeable future as he mends a torn quad muscle following the fall on a set of stairs on Monday, Nov. 25. "[I] slipped down a set of steps, and one foot went forward, and the other foot got caught on the threshold," he told the news outlet. "So, you know, it extended me out. I looked like I was probably doing the…

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by Josh Lanier
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Study Reveals How Many Hours Of Work Americans Put Into Thanksgiving Study Reveals How Many Hours Of Work Americans Put Into Thanksgiving
Study Reveals How Many Hours Of Work Americans Put Into Thanksgiving Many Americans may feel exhausted by the time Thanksgiving dinner hits the table, and a new survey shows why the holiday demands so much from home cooks. QS Supplies surveyed one thousand US adults and found that people devote an average of 15 hours to planning, cooking, and cleaning in preparation for Thanksgiving. The time adds up quickly, with grocery shopping, ingredient prep, cooking, and cleanup forming a long list of tasks that stretch across the week. The survey said Americans spend five hours cooking or baking dishes, three hours chopping or prepping ingredients, four hours grocery…

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by Joe Lombardi
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This Library Has Been Giving Away Wedding Dresses For Years — Not Anymore This Library Has Been Giving Away Wedding Dresses For Years — Not Anymore
This Library Has Been Giving Away Wedding Dresses For Years — Not Anymore The library is not exactly the first place brides would consider when looking for the perfect wedding dress. But for years, Fair Lawn's Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library has been a place to find one. For free. The uniquely-popular program is coming to an end, with one last wedding gown giveaway on Black Friday, Nov. 28, program officials said. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the meeting room on the main floor, staff said. Dresses are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and no appointment is needed. The library said it still has a large number of vi…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Before You Cook That Turkey, Brush Up On These Thanksgiving Food-Safety Tips Before You Cook That Turkey, Brush Up On These Thanksgiving Food-Safety Tips
Before You Cook That Turkey, Brush Up On These Thanksgiving Food-Safety Tips As Thanksgiving prep ramps up, health officials are reminding home cooks to follow a few simple food-safety steps to keep the holiday running smoothly. The New York State health and agriculture departments offered up the following tips to help keep family and friends safe from foodborne illness: Defrost That Bird Properly If your turkey is still rock-solid, you’re already behind schedule — defrosting safely takes time. The state says the refrigerator is the safest method, and you should allow 24 hours for every five pounds. Cold-water thawing works too, as long as you keep the turkey in i…

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by Michael Mashburn
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WATCH: High School Choir Stunned By Rockefeller Center Invite From Kelly Clarkson WATCH: High School Choir Stunned By Rockefeller Center Invite From Kelly Clarkson
Watch: High School Choir Stunned By Rockefeller Center Invite From Kelly Clarkson A New Jersey high school choir just got the kind of early Christmas gift you can’t wrap. Franklin High School’s GoldN’Blues choir in Somerset was named this year’s “Star Choir” winner, earning a coveted performance slot on NBC’s “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” broadcast. Students were surprised with the news by none other than Kelly Clarkson during a special segment on the singer’s talk show Tuesday, Nov. 25. Clarkson joined NBC 4 New York anchor Natalie Pasquarella and Telemundo 47 anchor Rosarina Breton to inform the members that they’ll perform “Joy to the World” live on national TV b…

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by Michael Mashburn
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‘Guy With Broken Arm’ Turns Out To Be Devils Star Jack Hughes On Date With Tate McRae ‘Guy With Broken Arm’ Turns Out To Be Devils Star Jack Hughes On Date With Tate McRae
‘Guy With Broken Arm’ Turns Out To Be Devils Star Jack Hughes On Date With Tate McRae Jack Hughes may be off the ice, but his love life is heating up. The injured NJ Devils center was spotted on a date with Grammy-nominated Tate McRae, one of the biggest pop stars in the world, last weekend. The two were seen together at Anton’s in New York City, according to celebrity-sighting Instagram account DeuxMoi.  The photo, submitted by a follower and shared to the account, shows the pair dining together in the West Village, fueling speculation that the 22-year-old singer and the 24-year-old NHL star may be dating. View this post on Instagram …

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by Cecilia Levine
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‘Jon & Kate Plus 8’ Star Jon Gosselin Marries Stephanie Lebo In PA, 2 Kids Attend: Report ‘Jon & Kate Plus 8’ Star Jon Gosselin Marries Stephanie Lebo In PA, 2 Kids Attend: Report
‘Jon & Kate Plus 8’ Star Jon Gosselin Marries Stephanie Lebo In PA, 2 Kids Attend: Report Jon Gosselin is officially a married man. The former *Jon & Kate Plus 8* star tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Stephanie Lebo during a Pennsylvania ceremony surrounded by family and friends. The 48-year-old reality TV alum wed Lebo on Sunday, Nov. 23, at The Barn at Silverstone in Lancaster, according to Entertainment Tonight. The intimate ceremony included 180 guests, featuring some of those closest to the couple — including Jon’s children Hannah and Collin, two of the sextuplets he shares with ex-wife Kate Gosselin. Lebo’s daughter, Juliana, was also part of the celebration…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Forgotten Superman Comic In Attic Smashes World Record: 'A Movie-Worthy Story' Forgotten Superman Comic In Attic Smashes World Record: 'A Movie-Worthy Story'
Forgotten Superman Comic In Attic Smashes World Record: 'A Movie-Worthy Story' A family's discovery in an attic uncovered a record-breaking comic for the "Man of Steel." Heritage Auctions said that a 1939 copy of Superman No. 1 sold for $9.12 million in Dallas on Thursday, Nov. 20. The purchase set a new world record for a comic book, shattering the previous high mark from a copy of Action Comics No. 1 that sold for $6 million. The first-edition comic earned a Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) grade of 9.0, making it the highest-graded unrestored copy ever offered. "What a momentous day," says Heritage Auctions vice president Lon Allen. "I'm thrilled for our consignor…

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by Chris Spiker
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'SNL' Announces Hosts, Musical Guests For Last 3 Shows Of 2025 'SNL' Announces Hosts, Musical Guests For Last 3 Shows Of 2025
'SNL' Announces Hosts, Musical Guests For Last 3 Shows Of 2025 "Saturday Night Live" is ending the year with a bang. The venerable sketch comedy show, now in its 51st season, announced its host/musical guests for its final three shows of 2025. Melissa McCarthy will be making her sixth appearance as host on Saturday, Dec. 6, with musical guest Dijon. McCarthy is a member of the show's famed "Five-Timers Club" and is most remembered for her iconic impression of former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer. McCarthy last hosted in 2017 while Dijon is making his first appearance on the show. On Saturday, Dec. 13, Josh O'Connor will be making his "SNL" …

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by Sam Barron