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SS United States scuttled off Destin to create largest artificial reef

Politics ·

María Elvira Salazar wins Florida's 27th district, secures 54% of vote

Crime & Justice ·

Thomas Markle placed under house arrest after child abuse material charges

Politics ·

Ashley Moody wins Florida Senate seat, defeating Angie Nixon in special election

Health

University of Florida study links forced smiles to increased misery

Forcing yourself to smile can lead to feelings of misery, according to research from the University of Florida, which found that repeated artificial smiles can negate positive effects on mood. This challenges...

ScienceDaily · 20 hours ago · 1 min read

Environment

SS United States scuttled off Destin to create largest artificial reef

The historic SS United States was scuttled off Destin, Florida, to create the world’s largest artificial reef after years of failed restoration efforts. This project aims to support marine life and enhance...

Al Jazeera · 1 day ago · 2 min read

Politics

Republican senators launch "Draft Marco" campaign for Rubio's 2028 presidential run

Republican senators are urging former Florida governor Marco Rubio to run for president in 2028 following the party's losses in the 2022 midterms, viewing him as a candidate who can unite different factions....

Politico · 3 days ago · 1 min read

Health

Scientists discover toxic Galerina indica mushrooms in Florida with unique dangers

Scientists have discovered the mushroom Galerina indica in Florida, which contains both psychedelic compounds and potent toxins, posing serious health risks if consumed. This unique combination has never been...

Live Science · 3 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

New report calls for scientific analysis on Everglades restoration efforts

Restoration of Florida's Everglades is advancing rapidly, but a new report highlights the need for more scientific analysis to evaluate the ecological impacts of these multi-billion-dollar efforts....

Inside Climate News · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Crime & Justice

Thomas Markle back in federal custody for removing ankle monitor

Thomas Markle, father of Meghan Markle, was returned to federal custody after allegedly removing his ankle monitor while facing serious charges related to possessing child sex-abuse materials. His case could...

BBC World News · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

María Elvira Salazar wins Florida's 27th district, secures 54% of vote

GOP Rep. María Elvira Salazar won re-election in Florida's 27th congressional district, securing 54% of the vote against Democrat Jose Martinez. Her victory highlights that a Republican can succeed by...

NBC News · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Crime & Justice

Florida woman pleads guilty to forcing daughter to shoplift at Target

A Florida woman accepted a plea deal after allegedly forcing her daughter to steal items from Target while she shoplifted self-tanner. The case highlights concerns about child welfare and the impact of...

Law & Crime · 6 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

Thomas Markle placed under house arrest after child abuse material charges

Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is under house arrest in Florida after being charged with possessing child sex abuse material. The allegations stem from an FBI investigation that uncovered...

BBC World News · 7 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

Ashley Moody wins Florida Senate seat, defeating Angie Nixon in special election

GOP Senator Ashley Moody won a special election for Marco Rubio's former Senate seat in Florida, defeating Democrat Angie Nixon. This victory strengthens Republican control in a state trending conservative...

NBC News · 10 days ago · 1 min read

Crime & Justice

Florida parents arrested after 4-year-old found alone in pond

A four-year-old boy was rescued from a pond in Florida after his parents were found neglecting him in a filthy home, leading to their arrest for child neglect. The incident has sparked an investigation into...

Law & Crime · 12 days ago · 2 min read

Health

Flesh-eating screwworms infect 74 pets in Texas, USDA launches control measures

Flesh-eating screwworms have spread to a third state in the U.S., with 74 cases reported among pets and livestock, raising urgent health concerns. The USDA is implementing measures to control the outbreak...

Ars Technica · 14 days ago · 1 min read

Science

Scientists discover four new frog species in remote Peru regions

Four new frog species have been identified in remote areas of Peru, highlighting the country's rich biodiversity and the urgent need for conservation efforts amid threats like climate change and habitat loss....

Phys.org · 15 days ago · 1 min read

Health

Florida reports 400 dengue fever cases, highest in nearly a century

Florida has reported over 400 locally acquired dengue fever cases this year, the highest number in nearly a century, linked to the death of an elderly woman. The outbreak highlights the impact of climate...

NPR Health · 15 days ago · 2 min read