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Nov 29 2025CELEBRITIES

Jessica Simpson's Thanksgiving: Family Comes First Despite Split

Jessica Simpson and her estranged husband, Eric Johnson, showed unity during Thanksgiving, despite their ongoing separation. The couple, parents to three children, spent the holiday together at Simpson's mother's house. Simpson emphasized the importance of family, stating that Johnson is the father of her kids and that all grandparents were present. The pair announc...

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Nov 28 2025FINANCE

Amphenol: A Tech Stock on a Roll

Amphenol Corporation, a big player in the tech world, has been making waves with its stock performance. Based in Connecticut, this company makes all sorts of connectors and systems that are super important for industries like aerospace, automotive, and communications. Right now, Amphenol's stock is doing really well. It's up almost 26. 2% in the last three months, w...

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Nov 25 2025OPINION

Finding Hope in Hard Times: A Thanksgiving Reflection

Thanksgiving is a time when many people take a moment to reflect on what they're grateful for. But in a world that often feels overwhelming, it can be challenging to find things to be thankful for. This year, in particular, has been tough for many. Families have been torn apart, essential services have been cut, and there's a growing sense of division and inequality....

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Nov 24 2025POLITICS

Keeping the Peace: Navigating Politics at the Thanksgiving Table

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. But in recent years, it has also become a time for political tension. With the country more divided than ever, many people are wondering how to keep the peace at the dinner table. Political experts say that the best way to avoid conflict is to steer clear of politics altogether. Gary Rose, a professor of political sc...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Who's in the Epstein Files? Politics Aside, Here's What Matters

Senator Chris Murphy from Connecticut made a strong statement about the upcoming release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. He believes that the files will likely include names from both major political parties, but he thinks people should focus on the facts, not the politics. When asked if Democrats might be in these documents, Murphy responded with a casual ...

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Ned Lamont: A Second Term, More Work Ahead

Ned Lamont, the governor of Connecticut, has decided to run for a third term. He believes the state has made progress, but there's still more to do. In a video, he talked about improving healthcare, housing, and energy costs. He spent the day with Susan Bysiewicz, who is also running for another term. Lamont's announcement comes after Democrats won recent local elec...

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Nov 12 2025HEALTH

Waterbury Hospital: A New Chapter in Public Health Care

Waterbury Hospital is on the brink of a major change. UConn Health has stepped in with a bid to take over the hospital, which could prevent its closure. This move comes after the hospital's current owner, Prospect Medical Holdings, filed for bankruptcy. The takeover could mean better healthcare for the community and more job security for hospital staff. Prospect Med...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Democrats Divided: Shutdown Deal Sparks Internal Party Conflict

A group of eight Democratic senators chose to end the government shutdown, which has left many Democrats upset. They feel like the deal did not achieve much on health care after 40 days of fighting. Some Democrats, like California's Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Chris Murphy from Connecticut, were not happy. They said the deal was not good for the party or its po...

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Nov 07 2025BUSINESS

Saks Off 5th in Connecticut to Shut Down: What's Next?

Saks Off 5th, a popular clothing store, is saying goodbye to Connecticut. The store, which opened in 2018 at Corbin's Corner near Westfarms Mall, will be closing its doors in January. This news comes from reports by Yahoo Finance and WWD. The decision to close the store is part of a bigger plan. Saks Off 5th is looking at all its stores. They are checking things lik...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Unexpected Wins: Democrats Gain Ground in 2025 Elections

In the 2025 elections, Democrats achieved surprising victories beyond the major contests. In Georgia, they won two seats on the Public Service Commission, a feat not seen since 2006. This win was driven by voter dissatisfaction with rising energy costs and incumbent performance. Across the country, Democrats made significant strides. In Pennsylvania, they retained t...

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