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  • Crew-11 set for July launch: All you need to know about NASA’s new SpaceX mission

    Crew-11 set for July launch: All you need to know about NASA’s new SpaceX mission

    The Crew-11 will research plant biology, human health, and space medicine. They will also test how microgravity affects viruses that target bacteria.

  • ‘Not welcome to drive’: Republican states target licences issued to undocumented immigrants

    ‘Not welcome to drive’: Republican states target licences issued to undocumented immigrants

    Several Republican-led U.S. states are invalidating driver’s licences issued to undocumented immigrants by other states, intensifying immigration crackdowns and creating uncertainty for migrants travelling across state lines.

  • Multiple injured in shooting at Florida State University, suspect in custody

    Multiple injured in shooting at Florida State University, suspect in custody

    The university issued a shelter-in-place alert and canceled all classes and athletic events for the rest of the day over the shooting incident.

  • Hurricane Milton weakens as it marches across central Florida, homes destroyed

    Hurricane Milton weakens as it marches across central Florida, homes destroyed

    The eye of the storm made landfall in Siesta Key, a barrier island town of some 5,400 off Sarasota about 60 miles (100 km) south of the Tampa Bay metropolitan area, which is home to more than 3 million people.

  • Hurricane Milton Updates: Biden slams Trump for lies over hurricanes

    Hurricane Milton Updates: Biden slams Trump for lies over hurricanes

    Hurricane Milton Updates: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said hurricane Milton remains a Category 4 storm, and even if it weakens, it is expected to cause catastrophic impacts in Florida.

  • Hurricane Helene: Rescue efforts underway in North Carolina after widespread devastation

    Hurricane Helene: Rescue efforts underway in North Carolina after widespread devastation

    Rescue workers in western North Carolina are searching for survivors after Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation. The powerful Category 4 storm killed over 100 people across several southeastern states, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Virginia. Thousands remain without power, and hundreds are missing, though the number may decrease as communication is restored. President Biden is set to visit North Carolina and may call a special congressional session for additional aid. Roads are closed, and many have applied for FEMA assistance, while emergency teams work to reach isolated areas cut off by washed-out roads and downed power lines.

  • Man dies from 'catastrophic' blood loss after doctor removes liver instead of spleen during surgery

    Man dies from 'catastrophic' blood loss after doctor removes liver instead of spleen during surgery

    During the hand-assisted laparoscopic surgery, Dr Thomas Shaknovsky removed William Bryan’s liver instead of the spleen, resulting in catastrophic blood loss and his death.

  • Wade Wilson, the 'Deadpool killer' gets death sentence for murdering women 'for the sake of killing'

    Wade Wilson, the 'Deadpool killer' gets death sentence for murdering women 'for the sake of killing'

    In June, Wilson was convicted of the murders of Kristine Melton, 35, and Diane Ruiz, 43, who were killed on the same night in October 2019. The jury had recommended the death penalty for Wilson.

  • Florida man's attempt to withdraw 1 cent from bank sparks robbery allegation

    Florida man's attempt to withdraw 1 cent from bank sparks robbery allegation

    The accused had a simple plan: he expected the bank teller to hand over the one cent, after which he would calmly wait for the police.

  • Heavy Rainfall Causes Severe Flooding in Southeast Florida

    Heavy Rainfall Causes Severe Flooding in Southeast Florida

    Southeast Florida grapples with severe flooding as heavy rainfall persists. Witness the impact through videos showing flooded streets and stranded vehicles in Fort Lauderdale. Stay updated on the unfolding situation as authorities work to manage the aftermath.

  • Florida woman goes on shooting spree, claims 'God' asked her to via the solar eclipse

    Florida woman goes on shooting spree, claims 'God' asked her to via the solar eclipse

    Eyewitnesses described the horrifying scene as the accused purportedly targeted passing vehicles on the interstate, unleashing a barrage of gunfire.

  • Florida signs a bill restricting minors from using social media | Bill could face legal challenges

    Florida signs a bill restricting minors from using social media | Bill could face legal challenges

    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on March 26 signed a bill that bans children aged under 14 from social media platforms and requires 14 and 15-year-olds to get parental consent. The state's Republican-led legislature passed a bill in February that would have banned children under 16 from social media entirely. DeSantis, had vetoed that bill earlier this month

  • Florida governor restricts social media for users aged 16 and below: All about the controversial bill

    Florida governor restricts social media for users aged 16 and below: All about the controversial bill

    The law requires social media platforms to terminate the accounts of people under 14 and those under 16 who do not have parental consent. It will become law on January 1, 2025.

  • Florida's DeSantis signs law restricting social media for people under 16

    Florida's DeSantis signs law restricting social media for people under 16

    The measure requires social media platforms to terminate the accounts of people under 14 and those of people under 16 who do not have parental consent. It requires them to use a third-party verification system to screen out those who are underage.

  • Florida man had face and lip swelling. Doctors found 150 bugs in larva stage inside nose

    Florida man had face and lip swelling. Doctors found 150 bugs in larva stage inside nose

    The insects were feeding, burrowing into tissue inside the nose, and causing inflammation, leading to the man's alarming symptoms.

  • Florida man sues Dunkin' Donuts after toilet explosion left him covered in urine, faeces

    Florida man sues Dunkin' Donuts after toilet explosion left him covered in urine, faeces

    Dunkin' employees had acknowledged prior issues with the malfunctioning toilet when the incident took place.

  • Florida boy, 11, arrested for reporting fake school shooting because he wanted to go home early

    Florida boy, 11, arrested for reporting fake school shooting because he wanted to go home early

    The sheriff’s office disclosed that the boy made the false 911 call from a friend's unattended cell phone.

  • Florida wildlife park welcomes 'beyond rare' white alligator with blue eyes. Watch video

    Florida wildlife park welcomes 'beyond rare' white alligator with blue eyes. Watch video

    The news was announced by the Orlando zoo on Thursday which touted it as “beyond rare” and “absolutely extraordinary.” According to a statement by Gatorland, Leucistic alligators are the rarest genetic variation in the American alligator species.

  • Anthropologist finds human skull while shopping in US thrift store. Full story

    Anthropologist finds human skull while shopping in US thrift store. Full story

    The case is not suspicious but more testing from the medical examiner’s office is expected. The store owner claimed that the skull came in a storage unit bought years ago.

  • Jeff Bezos buys his Florida neighbour’s mansion for $79 million

    Jeff Bezos buys his Florida neighbour’s mansion for $79 million

    Bezos bought the neighboring home in June for $68 million. With the latest purchase, he’ll gain a roughly 1.8-acre (0.7-hectare) property that was built in 2000.

  • US airport workers caught stealing from passengers’ luggage in CCTV footage

    US airport workers caught stealing from passengers’ luggage in CCTV footage

    Two Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents in the US were caught stealing from passengers on CCTV.

  • Hurricane Idalia: Florida Under High Alert As Hurricane Idalia Makes Landfall | ISS Captures Idalia From Space

    Hurricane Idalia: Florida Under High Alert As Hurricane Idalia Makes Landfall | ISS Captures Idalia From Space

    Hurricane Idalia is expected to make a landfall on the 30th August, which will bring potentially catastrophic winds, heavy rain and flooding to Florida’s Gulf Coast. President Joe Biden has spoken with Governor Ron DeSantis and assured all the support needed for the Southern state. Meanwhile the International Space Station captured the intensifying storm approaching Florida. Watch

  • Florida resident wins $1.58 billion in Mega Millions jackpot, third largest prize in US history

    Florida resident wins $1.58 billion in Mega Millions jackpot, third largest prize in US history

    Mega Millions: The prize money would be subject to US federal taxes. Many states also tax lottery winnings.

  • 6-year-old boy falls off roller coaster in Florida shocker

    6-year-old boy falls off roller coaster in Florida shocker

    A 6-year-old child was injured after falling off a roller coaster in Florida. He has been hospitalised with serious injuries.

  • Man beats up 63-year-old after altercation over theatre seats, then, calmly leaves. Video

    Man beats up 63-year-old after altercation over theatre seats, then, calmly leaves. Video

    Eyewitnesses reported that the victim politely requested the pair to vacate their seats, which unexpectedly triggered a hostile response from the suspect.

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