This Major Airline Will Replace Some Middle Seats With Tables: Here's Why This Major Airline Will Replace Some Middle Seats With Tables: Here's Why
This Major Airline Will Replace Some Middle Seats With Tables: Here's Why United Airlines is removing the middle seats from some planes and replacing them with shared tables. The Chicago-based carrier will introduce the new Economy Plus option on its Airbus A321XLR aircraft, the company announced in a news release on Tuesday, July 14. One row on each plane will have a window seat and an aisle seat separated by an open middle space with a large table. The custom table will stretch from armrest to armrest across the space where the middle seat would normally be, along with a soft leather-like covering with two spaces for cups. "We're investing nose-to-tail ac…
Mass Software Developer, 28, Died Days After Achieving Dream Of Becoming Licensed Skydiver Mass Software Developer, 28, Died Days After Achieving Dream Of Becoming Licensed Skydiver
Mass Software Developer, 28, Died Days After Achieving Dream Of Becoming Licensed Skydiver Authorities have identified the 28-year-old man who died in a Western Massachusetts skydiving accident earlier this week. Mani Chandra Teja Gaddam, of Boston, was killed on Sunday, July 12, at Jumptown Skydiving, a popular skydiving center, in Orange. A preliminary investigation found that he fell about 30 feet when a sudden gust of wind interfered with his parachute during landing. Just days before the fatal accident, Gaddam shared on Facebook a July 2 photo after achieving his lifelong dream of earning his USPA License for skydiving at a facility in Houston. That certification requires cl…
Pizza Hut Launches Value Menu With Deals Starting At $3: See What's On It Pizza Hut Launches Value Menu With Deals Starting At $3: See What's On It
Pizza Hut Launches Value Menu With Deals Starting At $3: See What's On It Pizza Hut is rolling out a new value menu featuring longtime favorites and new items as the struggling chain looks to win back customers following its $2.7 billion sale. The Throwback Value Menu launched nationwide at participating restaurants on Tuesday, July 14, Pizza Hut announced in a news release. Items start at $3 and will be available for a limited time this summer. The menu includes a $10 medium one-topping Stuffed Crust Pizza, a $3 one-topping Personal Pan Pizza, $4 Breadsticks, $4 Cinnamon Sticks, and a $3 two-liter Pepsi. Pizza Hut is also introducing two new items: Triple …
Popular Produce Staple Eyed As Source Of Massive Cyclospora Outbreak: How To Stay Safe Popular Produce Staple Eyed As Source Of Massive Cyclospora Outbreak: How To Stay Safe
Popular Produce Staple Eyed As Source Of Massive Cyclospora Outbreak: How To Stay Safe The hunt for the source of a brutal intestinal illness has taken a significant turn, prompting new guidance as case counts keep climbing. Click here for a new, updated story: Fast Food Chain Under Investigation In Connection To Multistate Cyclospora Outbreak: Report Michigan health officials said on Monday, July 13, that lettuce or salad greens had emerged as a potential source of the state’s cyclosporiasis outbreak, according to Detroit-based WDIV Local 4. No specific variety, grower, or supplier has been identified. Other foods have not been ruled out. Michigan had received reports of…
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where Connecticut Ranks Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where Connecticut Ranks
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where Connecticut Ranks A new state-by-state report says the map of American well-being shows clear winners, troubling warning signs, and one big national disconnect. The State of the Nation Project released its "State of the States" report as the US approaches its 250th anniversary. StudyFinds reported on the rankings on Friday, July 3. Minnesota ranked first overall, followed by New Hampshire, Iowa, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Louisiana ranked last among the 51 jurisdictions measured, including all 50 states and Washington, DC. New Jersey ranked 11th, Maryland ranked 15th, Connecticut ranked 18th, Virginia rank…
KFC Brings Back Beloved Menu Item After 'Impossible To Ignore' Demand KFC Brings Back Beloved Menu Item After 'Impossible To Ignore' Demand
KFC Brings Back Beloved Menu Item After 'Impossible To Ignore' Demand KFC is bringing back a very popular menu item as it makes major changes to win back customers. The fast-food chain announced the nationwide return of Popcorn Chicken in a news release on Monday, July 13. The bite-sized chicken is available for a limited time while supplies last. Popcorn Chicken first appeared on KFC menus in the early 90s and was discontinued in 2023. "For years, KFC has heard directly from fans clamoring for Popcorn Chicken's return," said Melissa Cash, KFC's US chief marketing officer. "We read every comment, every DM, and even every online petition signature, and the me…
Feds Charge Ex Of 'RHONJ' Personality In Hotel Meth Case Feds Charge Ex Of 'RHONJ' Personality In Hotel Meth Case
Feds Charge Ex Of 'Rhonj' Personality In Hotel Meth Case Brittany Malsch, the ex-girlfriend of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” personality John Fuda, is facing federal charges for distributing methamphetamine from a hotel room, federal prosecutors announced. The Garfield woman was charged by complaint with possession with intent to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer said on July 13 — Malsch's 39th birthday. Malsch shares a son with Fuda, the husband of “RHONJ” cast member Rachel Fuda. Rachel later adopted the boy, Jaiden. In a 2023 interview with "The Sun," Malsch said from a Paterson halfway ho…
Beloved Putnam Speech-Language Pathologist, Mom Of 3, Remembered For Love Of Her 'Kiddos' Beloved Putnam Speech-Language Pathologist, Mom Of 3, Remembered For Love Of Her 'Kiddos'
Beloved Putnam Speech-Language Pathologist, Mom Of 3, Remembered For Love Of Her 'Kiddos' A beloved elementary school worker who helped students find their voice is being remembered for the care and compassion she showed every child she met. Maura Babbitt, of Putnam, died Saturday, July 11, her family said on social media. The wife and mother of three boys was a fighter, they said. She survived leukemia in her 20s and later beat breast cancer. Her family did not disclose the cause of her death. "My mother was dealt cards that no one should’ve been dealt, but she took them, played them, and continued to prioritize everyone else around her before herself," her son Aidan Babbitt wr…
Trump Announces Rare Primetime National Address As Mystery Swirls Over Topic Trump Announces Rare Primetime National Address As Mystery Swirls Over Topic
Trump Announces Rare Primetime National Address As Mystery Swirls Over Topic President Donald Trump is preparing to command the country's attention in prime time, but he is keeping the reason under wraps. He said he will deliver an address to the nation on Thursday, July 16, at 9 p.m. Eastern time. Trump, 80, made the announcement in a Truth Social post shared on Monday, July 13. The White House had not confirmed a topic by Monday afternoon. CNBC reported that Trump is expected to discuss newly declassified intelligence that administration officials claim reveals plans by foreign nations to interfere in the 2020 election. The report did not identify the countries …
CT Woman Killed After Loose Truck Tire Bounces Over I-95 Median, Smashes Into Her SUV CT Woman Killed After Loose Truck Tire Bounces Over I-95 Median, Smashes Into Her SUV
CT Woman Killed After Loose Truck Tire Bounces Over I-95 Median, Smashes Into Her SUV A 24-year-old Connecticut woman was killed after a detached truck tire crossed the median on Interstate 95 and crashed through her SUV's windshield, according to police.  Catherine Margaret Palaia, of Stratford, was driving south on I-95 around 10:23 p.m. Sunday, July 13, in Milford when the crash happened. Connecticut State police identified the victim on Monday. Investigators said Palaia was driving a 2020 Toyota RAV4 when the front left tire of a northbound 2012 Ford F-250 detached from the truck. The tire struck multiple vehicles before bouncing over the concrete median barrie…
CT Man Killed After Harley Crashes Into Guardrail On Route 8 CT Man Killed After Harley Crashes Into Guardrail On Route 8
CT Man Killed After Harley Crashes Into Guardrail On Route 8 A 68-year-old Connecticut man died after a motorcycle crash on a Route 8 exit ramp in Thomaston, authorities said. John Kastanaras, of Easton, lost control of his 2004 Harley-Davidson FXSTDI while riding on the Route 8 South Exit 40 off-ramp around 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12, according to Connecticut State Police. His motorcycle crashed into a metal guardrail. Kastanaras was taken to a Waterbury hospital, where he died from his injuries, police said. The crash remains under investigation, according to state police. Anyone with information is asked to contact Troop L at (860) 626-7900.
Search Launched For Crew Member Missing From Caribbean Cruise, Reports Say Search Launched For Crew Member Missing From Caribbean Cruise, Reports Say
Search Launched For Crew Member Missing From Caribbean Cruise, Reports Say Rescuers are searching for a crew member of a Princess Cruises ship off the coast of Mexico, according to reports. The unidentified employee aboard the Regal Princess was reported missing near Cancún, CBS News Miami reported on Monday, July 13. The cruise departed Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, July 11, according to CruiseMapper. The Regal Princess stopped on the Mexican island of Cozumel and is scheduled to stop in Belize and Honduras. "Princess Cruises is responding to a situation involving a crew member aboard Regal Princess in waters off the coast o…