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Amid violence in Haiti, DeSantis deploys troops and planes in an attempt to protect Florida from illegal immigrant boats

Posted on March 13, 2024March 26, 2024 by Chris J. | 6248 Views | 15 min read

DeSantis Deploys U.S. Coast Guard – Patrol Boat in Water – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Douglas Litchfield As gang violence has increased unrest in the Caribbean country, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared on Wednesday that he is deploying more than 250 additional troops, police, aircraft, and boats to “protect” the state against vessels transporting

American Airlines increases flights to Florida hotspot and adds new Caribbean route

Posted on July 16, 2023July 25, 2023 by William P. | 15818 Views | 9 min read

American Airlines plane at airport — Courtesy: Shutterstock — GagliardiPhotography From its hub in Miami, Florida, American Airlines is flying to a new warm-weather location and providing extra seats. As of Thursday, American will fly nonstop for the first time between Miami International Airport and Governor’s Harbour, Bahamas (GHB). The service, which is situated around

Hurricane Agatha forms off Mexico’s southern Pacific coast: What does this mean for South Florida?

Posted on June 1, 2022June 8, 2022 by Simcha K | 18133 Views | 13 min read

Hurricane Aerial View – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by elRoce The hurricane season’s first storm formed right off Mexico’s southern Pacific coast Sunday and quickly gained power ahead of an expected strike along a long stretch of fishing towns and tourist beaches. Local 10’s Meteorologist Luke Dorris said he is keeping a close eye and

Florida One of the Top Destinations for Labor Day Weekend Despite Rising COVID-19 Numbers

Posted on September 4, 2020September 4, 2020 by Simcha K | 10613 Views | 12 min read

Image by David Mark from Pixabay Despite the number of COVID-19 infections, Florida seems to still be a top spot to vacation for many Americans this year. This comes from official data collected by the travel itinerary app TripIt. The data collected shows millions of people plan to travel to COVID-19 hot spots, with Florida

University of North Florida and Eckerd College Receive $150,000 Grant for Ocean Debris Reduction Efforts

Posted on August 31, 2020October 21, 2020 by Mike D. | 22003 Views | 14 min read

Image by Pexels from Pixabay The University of North Florida (UNF) and Eckerd College have received a $150,000 award from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The two educational institutions have partnered to try and help keep plastic out of our oceans. The money has been granted as part of a Marine Debris Program

Norwegian Sky Receives ‘Most Extensive Ship Renovation’ In Fleet’s History

Posted on April 3, 2019April 8, 2019 by Chris J. | 14098 Views | 13 min read

The Sky’s complete bow-to-stern makeover is part of the Norwegian Edge program, which aims to update its fleet with a “new level of contemporary style.”