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NASA Continues Preparations for Artemis II Mission to the Moon Amid US Federal Gov't Shutdown
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The United States' space agency, NASA, is pushing forward with the scheduled launch of the Artemis II mission in February. Thousands of employees and contractors involved in the mission program are reported to continue working...
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DeSantis previews Florida DOGE findings in USF visit
Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference at the Sam and Martha Gibbons Alumni Center on Wednesday morning. ORACLE PHOTO/CLARA ROKITA GARCIA Governor Ron DeSantis outlined what the Florida State Department of Governmental Efficiency found in...
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Congressman Demands College Coach Pay Cap Amid Buyout Bonanza
The record-setting rate of college coaching buyouts this year has reignited one member of Congress’ push to impose sweeping limits on how much universities can pay their coaches—both to lead their teams and, if desired, leave them. The Correcting...
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On the Road Again: Why the Supreme Court’s Next Arbitration Case Matters for Florida Businesses
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to decide a question that could change how many Florida businesses resolve disputes with their delivery drivers: Are “last‑mile” drivers—who only drive within one state—considered “transportation workers” who are...
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State killing spree continues with Norman Grim execution, Florida’s 15th of the year
This undated photo provided by the Florida Department of Corrections on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, shows Norman Grim. [AP Photo/Florida Department of Corrections]Norman Mearle Grim Jr. died by lethal injection at Florida State Prison on Tuesday...
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H-1B visa hiring banned in Florida: Setback for immigrants as Ron DeSantis urges state universities to hire Americans
In a big setback for immigrants, Florida has banned H-1B visa hiring as Governor Ron DeSantis urged state universities to hire Americans. "Universities across the country are importing foreign workers on H-1B visas instead of hiring Americans who...
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Student organizations adjust to Student Government funding changes, new point system
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The Daily Gamecock - South Carolina
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USC's Student Government implemented a new funding model for student organizations at the start of the school year. These organizations are now adjusting to getting their funding through a criteria rubric system. Some of these student...
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Domestic violence bill heightens victims’ court protection in Florida
By David L. Snelling Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – A proposed bill which grants domestic violence victims court protection after one incident was filed for the upcoming 2026 Florida Legislative Session. Senate Bill 32, filed by state Sen.Barbara Sharief,...
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DeSantis cracks down on H-1B visa abuse, DEI grants in Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is cracking down on H-1B visa 'abuse' in universities to prioritize American jobs. He also canceled or repurposed over $33 million in DEI-related grants, redirecting funds to non-race-based criteria. Florida Governor...
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Lt. Gov. Jay Collins says he will decide 'soonish' on run for governor
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FOX 13 Tampa Bay - Florida
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FOX 13's Evan Axelbank talked with Lt. Gov. Jay Collins about the potential run for Florida governor and how he sees some efforts to ban property taxes taking shape. TAMPA - Lt. Gov. Jay Collins says he is heavily considering a run for governor....
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Community fights pickleball replacing basketball courts at South Florida beachside park
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Basketball players who frequent a South Florida park feel like they’re being run off in favor of wealthy residents of a new luxury development. The city of Fort Lauderdale is planning to replace the decades-old,...
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DeSantis calls for fewer H1-B visa hires at Florida universities, repurposes DEI grants
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WEAR - Florida
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TAMPA, Fla. -- Governor Ron DeSantis is directing the Florida Board of Governors to end the use of H-1B Visa at public universities. He instead wants them to hire qualified Americans. “Universities across the country are importing foreign workers...
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Ron DeSantis Says He's Dropping The Hammer On H1B 'Scam' At Florida Universities: 'Will Not Tolerate Discrimination Against American Citizens'
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Benzinga
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Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) escalated his higher education overhaul Wednesday, unveiling new measures to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) funding and restrict the use of H-1B visas in the state's public universities. DeSantis...
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Florida Senator Douglas Broxson joins Board of Governors for State University System
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CBS 12 - Florida
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A Florida Senator was appointed to the Board of Governors of the State University System. On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Senator Douglas Broxson, calling him a respected leader in the...
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Florida forecasters and weather experts say budget cuts are taking a toll
Retired government meteorologist and hurricane hunter Frank Marks knew the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) would be in trouble after the Trump Administration made massive funding and personnel cuts earlier this year. So he...
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Florida families brace for SNAP cutoff as shutdown drags on
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CBS 4 Miami - Florida
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Millions of Americans who rely on federal food assistance are facing uncertainty as the government shutdown drags on — and families like Brittany Bucknor's are bracing for the impact. On Nov. 1, SNAP benefits will be cut off, halting the monthly...
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a speech & debate competition, along with new scholarships today
Florida — Governor DeSantis announced the speech and debate competition award, and scholarships, during a news conference on Monday at the New College of Florida in Sarasota. ▶ LISTEN TO ORLANDO’S MORNING NEWS EXPRESS PODCAST ON WDBO DeSantis was...
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Prop. 50, gerrymandering and the 2026 mid-term elections
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KTVU - California
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Californias Proposition 50 is up for a vote Tuesday November 4. If it passes, it could give House Democrats 5 additional seats to offset the 5 seats Texas Republicans are set to gain through Texass unusual redistricting action mid-decade. Other...
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Florida destaca entre los estados con los costos de energía más bajos del país
Un nuevo estudio revela que Florida se encuentra entre los estados con el gasto energético más bajo de Estados Unidos, ocupando el octavo lugar nacional en costos de energía por hogar. Según la investigación realizada por Anderson Air, una...
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Florida AG: Vouchers for Tampa Islamic schools ‘undermines our national security’
All three members of the Florida Cabinet are questioning the legality of the state voucher system that has steered taxpayer-funded scholarships to private Islamic schools that they contend undermine “Western” values. Attorney General James...
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