Tropical rainstorm brings torrential downpours, flooding to Florida

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Jun 04 22

Tropical rainstorm brings torrential downpours, flooding to Florida: Rainfall totals of up to 10 inches have fallen so far from developing Tropical Storm Alex ...

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Miami Airport Bond Rating Raised on Booming Demand for Flights: Miami International Airport has its credit rating raised one notch to A+ by S&P Global ...

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Apr 18

A storm dumps record rain across the desert nation of UAE and floods Dubai's airport

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Apr 15

13-foot crocodile pops out dozens of eggs with shocked onlookers feet away in Florida

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Apr 20

Heat gets big nights from Herro and Jaquez, beats Bulls to advance to playoffs vs. Boston

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Apr 18

DeSantis signs bill requiring lessons about ‘atrocities’ of communism for all grades

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Apr 21

Photo Gallery: Miami Dade College Graduation

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Apr 18

Joe Biden is headed back to Florida, a state he says he can still win: During a stop in Miami-Dade in January, Biden raised more than $6 million in a single ...

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Miami police shooting shows why we need to keep civilian oversight, not cripple it | Opinion

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Apr 17

LGBTQ+ Film Festival returns to Miami with more than 50 films: Unrequited love. Secret lives. A dramatic retelling of a tense moment in Wilton Manors ...

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Apr 22

Tyreek Hill Felt 'Disrespected' When Chiefs Gave Isiah Pacheco No. 10 Jersey: After having been traded by the Kansas City two years ago, Miami Dolphins receiver ...

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Apr 13

Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador, sentenced to 15 years for serving as secret agent for Cuba

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Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba

Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.

Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.

The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.

The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.

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Celebrity handbag designer sentenced to 18 months in prison for smuggling crocodile handbags

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Quick Glance: Fashion Designer Nancy Gonzalez Sentenced to Prison for Smuggling

Fashion designer Nancy Gonzalez sentenced to 18 months in prison after smuggling crocodile handbags from Colombia.

Gonzalez, once an aspiring designer, led a smuggling operation that violated US wildlife laws.

Despite efforts to bypass immigration regulations, Gonzalez was convicted and faces incarceration.

Her wealth and lavish lifestyle contrasted with the couriers she recruited, leading to a court ruling.

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Apr 17

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Apr 18

Columbus’ Cameron Boozer is the Miami-Dade 7A-5A Boys Basketball Player of the Year

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Apr 17

The 2024 Latin Grammys will return home to Miami after a controversial move to Spain

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Apr 06

Gunfight at south Florida bar leaves two dead, seven injured: A gunfight at a suburban Miami bar left two people dead and seven injured early Saturday.

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Quick Glance: Two Dead and Seven Wounded in Florida Mall Shooting

A shooting at a popular Florida shopping mall resulted in two dead and seven wounded individuals.

A security guard was killed during a fight at the Martini Bar in CityPlace Doral, followed by a gun battle with police where the shooter also died.

Six bystanders and a police officer were injured, with the officer applying his own tourniquet and later being discharged from the hospital.

Locals expressed shock over the violent incident, which occurred a year after Doral police conducted active shooter and mass casualty training.

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Apr 21

NFL Draft 2024: Last ride for Alabama’s Nick Saban: The former Crimson Tide coach will add to his SEC-record total of drafted players next week.

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Apr 14

Focus groups: Swing voters aren't buying Trump's abortion stance: "You're going to lose all doctors and they're going to go where they could treat their ...

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Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy

Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.

The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.

Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.

The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.

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NFL - Minnesota Vikings: Is Justin Jefferson in trouble?: Justin Jefferson is missing the Minnesota Vikings' practice opener. The wide receiver is in the final ...

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Israeli troops storm back into eastern Khan Younis

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Apr 19

Best Restaurants in Miami, Orlando and Tampa According to Michelin: The number of starred dining spots is on the rise across the Sunshine State.

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Apr 11

Luxury yachts and villas abroad: is Zelensky a billionaire?: Luxury yachts, a villa in Miami and billions in a bank in Costa Rica - various riches are attributed ...

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Apr 15

‘Real Housewives of Miami’ star Alexia Echevarria is getting a divorce. What we know

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Apr 16

Watch: Fires blaze along Miami highway: Stubborn brush fires in Florida's state capital, Miami, have been burning for several days.

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Apr 22

Iguana lays dozens of eggs in Miami resort pool after being trapped in a waterslide

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Apr 10

‘A lot of Muslim kids are extremely happy’: Miami-Dade Schools observe new holiday, Eid

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Apr 17

Cloud seeding did not take place during torrential rain, UAE weather bureau says: National Centre of Meteorology's comments follow speculation that seeding ...

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Quick Glance: Cause of Dubai Flooding: Cloud Seeding or Natural Phenomenon?

Dubai grapples with the aftermath of heavy rainfall. Speculations on the role of cloud seeding are being discussed.

Clouds consist of tiny water droplets that coalesce around particles to form rain. Cloud seeding manipulates this process.

The effectiveness of cloud seeding is scientifically debated, with limited evidence of its efficacy.

Experts refute the claim that cloud seeding was the primary cause of the flooding in Dubai.

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Apr 12

Six rare sawfish deaths in 7 days have scientists baffled amid bizarre Florida fish behavior

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Apr 11

Donald Trump Gets Warning Sign Out of Florida: Joe Biden's voters are more motivated than those supporting Trump, according to polling in the state.

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Apr 19

Miami-Dade Schools legend G. Holmes Braddock, 98, honored for his love of UM football

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Apr 10

Republicans scramble to contain abortion ‘earthquake’: The one-two punch from Florida and Arizona left Republicans reeling across the electoral map.

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Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban

Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.

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DiscussingFilm Apr 11

CinemaCon 2024: Every New Universal Pictures and Focus Features Announcement: Every new announcement from Universal Pictures and Focus Features from CinemaCon ...

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Quick Glance: CinemaCon 2024: New Disney Announcements

Walt Disney Studios presents updates on Inside Out 2, Deadpool & Wolverine, Mufasa: The Lion King, and Alien: Romulus at CinemaCon 2024.

CinemaCon 2024 offers exclusive insights and first reveals not accessible to the public.

Featured footage includes Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, Captain America: Brave New World, Inside Out 2, and more.

Walt Disney Studios' presentations at CinemaCon 2024 promise engaging stories and visually stunning worlds.

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Apr 20

Photo Gallery: Bulls at Heat | Friday, April 19, 2024: The Miami Heat host the Chicago Bulls at the Kaseya Center

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Apr 07

Miami-area shootout leaves security guard and suspect dead, police officer and 6 others injured

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Apr 05

House Democrats introduce bill to rename Miami federal prison after Donald Trump: "I hope our Republican friends will join us in bestowing upon Donald J ...

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Quick Glance: House Democrats Push to Rename Miami Federal Prison After Donald Trump

A group of House Democrats introduced a bill on Friday to rename a federal prison in Miami after former President Donald Trump.

The two-page measure aims to re-designate the Miami Federal Correctional Institution in Florida as the 'Donald J. Trump Federal Correctional Institution.'

The bill is being introduced by Reps. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.), Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.), and John Garamendi (D-Calif.).

The bill is intended to draw attention to the 91 criminal charges Trump is facing across four cases, including one in Florida related to handling classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate.

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Apr 19

Three Miami restaurants just earned Michelin stars — but one local spot got bumped

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Apr 11

Miami city manager defends purchases from wife’s furniture company but says he will stop

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Apr 13

LEONARD GREENE: O.J. Simpson ex-teammate says trial showed ‘Black man can buy justice like a white man’

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Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding

O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.

Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.

Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.

Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.

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Apr 21

Juliet, one of the oldest known manatees, dies at ZooTampa: The manatee had been moved from a controversial Miami facility in December.

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Apr 20

Over a dozen people rescued after Miami apartment complex goes up in flames, officials say

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Apr 18

New details emerge in shocking road rage shooting near Miami airport that left 1 dead

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Apr 18

Operations at Dubai airport remain disrupted after Tuesday's storm flooded the runway

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Apr 14

Body found in burning car believed to be Florida woman whose broad-daylight abduction was caught on camera

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Apr 19

DeSantis says Florida amendment allows abortions ‘until birth.’ What’s true?: The argument that abortions will be allowed until birth is one of several ...

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Apr 04

DeSantis predicts Florida will buck trend of voters supporting access to abortions

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Apr 19

Miami Seaquarium sues Miami-Dade in fight for survival during county eviction battle

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After pitching for Puerto Rico, Doral senior aiming to lead Firebirds to state title

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Apr 10

I’m very emotional about this:’ See what made Madonna choke up at her show in Miami

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Apr 21

Trump cancels campaign rally in North Carolina due to stormy weather: Former President Donald Trump canceled his North Carolina rally Saturday evening at the ...

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Quick Glance: Trump Event in Wilmington Canceled Due to Severe Weather

The planned campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Wilmington had to be canceled due to the threat of inclement weather.

Shortly before 7 p.m., Trump was supposed to take the stage, but he informed the crowd that the event needed to be canceled due to an impending storm.

The storm brought strong winds and hail, leading to the cancellation of the rally, which was meant to be Trump's first major campaign event since the start of his criminal trial in New York City.

As Trump shifted his views on abortion, the Democratic National Committee seized his visit to criticize him for his abortion policies.

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Apr 16

Storm closes Dubai International Airport temporarily

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Dolphins Deep Dive: Who does Miami pick in first round of NFL draft?: In this Dolphins Deep Dive video, the South Florida Sun Sentinel’s Chris Perkins and David ...

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Apr 17

UM coach Mario Cristobal reportedly received record pay in 2022 despite poor season

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Apr 18

This Miami landmark may finally be saved. Making the case for the Marine Stadium | Opinion

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Apr 19

Keeping Vancouver Farmers Market open year-round ‘better than anyone expected’: When Vancouver Farmers Market managers announced last year their intent to ...

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Trump cancels rally due to weather, as he tries to balance his trial and campaign

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Quick Glance: Trump Cancels Rally Due to Storm

Donald Trump had to cancel his planned rally in North Carolina due to a storm, highlighting the challenges the former president faces balancing legal issues with his campaign against President Joe Biden.

Despite the cancellation, the audience expressed frustration but understanding, supporting Trump's strategy of incorporating his court time into anti-establishment arguments.

It remains uncertain when Trump's next campaign appearance will be, as his New York trial may extend, restricting his ability to engage with voters. North Carolina holds significance as a battleground state for both Trump and Biden in the upcoming election.

Democrats criticized the Trump-Robinson pairing ahead of the rally, citing concerns about their stance on abortion rights. Both parties are striving to appeal to voters with contrasting messages in North Carolina.

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Apr 16

Fierce storm lashes United Arab Emirates as Dubai diverts flights: Heavy rains are battering Gulf states, causing flash flooding across the region.

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South Florida sees gains in relocating tech workers to the region, but are they enough to fill the demand?

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Apr 11

These biodegradable straws could prevent new coral from becoming expensive fish food

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Apr 11

O.J. Simpson lived in Miami. See photos of him around town, on golf course, in court

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CNN.com

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The week that life in Dubai ground to a halt: The scenes from Dubai this week seemed apocalyptic to residents who are more used to the tranquil nature of the ...

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Billionaire heiress Kim Lim recounts being stuck in a car for 8 hours during the Dubai floods

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Dolphins Deep Dive: Would Tua’s contract extension help or hurt the team?: In this Dolphins Deep Dive video, the South Florida Sun Sentinel’s Chris Perkins and ...

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Apr 18

UAE reels for a third day after record-breaking storm: The United Arab Emirates was still grappling on Thursday with the aftermath of a record-breaking storm ...

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Apr 17

Films on Little Haiti gentrification and Cuba in the ’90s win big at Miami Film Festival

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Apr 03

Two Miami-area brothers plead guilty to insider trading involving Trump’s Truth Social

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Quick Glance: Donald Trump's Media Company Faces Financial Challenges in 2023

Following a high-profile stock market debut, Donald Trump's social media company reported significant losses, with nearly $58.2 million lost last year, resulting in a stock price decline of over 21%.

Revenue for Trump Media in 2023 totaled $4.1 million, showing an increase from $1.5 million in 2022.

Trump Media began trading on the Nasdaq under the symbol DJT on March 26, experiencing volatility as the stock closed at $48.66 after Monday's sell-off.

Analysts have drawn comparisons between the excitement surrounding Trump Media and the meme stock frenzy that boosted shares of companies like GameStop and AMC Entertainment in 2021.

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Dubai floods: South Island girls’ cricket team spends the night on airport floor: A team of 16 South Island teenagers have been caught in Dubai’s wild storm ...

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Apr 17

Planes turned to boats after torrential rain in Dubai :

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Apr 12

Dolphins’ charitable Tagovailoa making changes to body, mechanics. What he said Thursday

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Apr 03

Jeff Bezos Shells Out $90 Million for Another Property in Florida’s ‘Billionaire Bunker’

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Apr 04

Mike Kolen, LB on Dolphins' undefeated team, dies at 76: Mike Kolen, a linebacker on three Miami Dolphins Super Bowl teams, died Wednesday at 76.

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Attempt to remove judge in suspended Miami-Dade commissioner’s corruption trial denied

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Airport runway submerged in Dubai flash floods: The UAE is known for hot and dry weather but heavy rains have become more regular in recent years.

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Apr 09

FIFA resolves lawsuit by sports promoter owned by billionaire Ross: FIFA has settled an antitrust lawsuit accusing soccer's world governing body of illegally ...

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