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SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites from Florida just hours after Blue Origin rocket explosion (video)

SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Friday (May 29), about 12 hours after Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded on a different pad at the site.

Space

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin Rocket Explodes During Test In Florida

A rocket from Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin exploded on the launch pad in Cape Canaveral, Florida, during an engine test sending debris high into the air and surrounding ocean.

International Business Times

Incredible videos show Blue Origin rocket explosion could be seen from hundreds of miles away

Blue Origin's powerful New Glenn rocket exploded during testing Thursday night, May 28, blasting flames and debris high into the sky in a display visible across wide swaths of Florida.

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Florida’s Frederica Wilson announces retirement

Rep. Frederica S. Wilson will not seek reelection this year, bringing to a close a decadeslong career in Florida politics and decreasing the number of colorful cowboy hats worn on Capitol Hill. With her decision not to run for a ninth term, which she announced Friday at a ceremony in…

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Satellite Images Uncover China-Backed Spy Facility Upgrades in Cuba Near Florida Military Bases

Recent satellite imagery shows significant upgrades at a China-linked spy facility in Cuba, raising concerns about enhanced monitoring of US military activities in Florida and the surrounding region

International Business Times UK

'She Won The Case Singlehandedly': 10 Videos of Kathleen Thomas After Cop Ticketed Her For Using A Phone With Her Missing Right Hand

A Florida traffic stop went viral after a deputy accused Kathleen Thomas of using a phone with a hand she doesn't have, sparking discussions on disability awareness and police training.

International Business Times UK

Huge fireball engulfs Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket after dramatic explosion seen from 115 miles away

Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin rocket exploded into a huge fireball on a launch pad during an engine test in Florida.

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Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad

CAPE CANAVERAL — Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded on its launchpad during a test Thursday in Cape Canaveral, Florida, though officials said no injuries were reported from the incident.

Bangkok Post

Claude Lemieux Cause Of Death: Stanley Cup Champion's Fans Tie Suicide To NHL-Related CTE

NHL legend Claude Lemieux has died at 60 in South Florida. Authorities confirm the cause of death as suicide, sparking widespread tributes and CTE concerns.

International Business Times UK

Blue Origin rocket explodes during launch pad test in Florida

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded during a test on the launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Thursday, marking another setback for Jeff Bezos’s space company. No injuries were reported after the dramatic fireball engulfed the heavy-lift rocket, which is central to the company’s ambitions in commercial spaceflight and…

France 24

Why Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during hotfire test and what it means for Jeff Bezos's space firm now

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket experienced a significant explosion during a hotfire test in Florida, marking its most serious failure to date. The incident occurred ahead of a planned launch carrying Amazon Kuiper satellites. The cause is under investigation by Blue Origin and the US Space Force, potentially impacting future…

The Economic Times

Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in latest setback for Jeff Bezos-owned company

No personnel were harmed in the incident, the company said on social media, calling the explosion an ‘anomaly’

The Guardian - AU

Researchers fear another hot summer could further cripple Florida’s already struggling coral reefs

Decades of warming oceans, disease outbreaks and pollution have already decimated more than 90% of Florida’s coral cover

The Independent UK

Charges dropped for Florida driver ticketed for holding her phone in a hand she doesn’t have

Hard to argue with the body cam footage.

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UBS says Ron DeSantis has a problem with his plan to help 92% of homeowners save on property taxes: his own state's data

The governor's headline numbers are built on his own estimates — not Florida's official figures, which tell a starkly different story.

The Times of India

Florida influencer with no right hand gets ticket for using phone in ‘right hand’ while driving

A Florida influencer has spoken out after a traffic ticket she received for using her “right hand” while driving was dismissed, despite her not having a right hand.

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Woman With No Right Hand Speaks Out After She Was Ticketed For Using Her Phone With Her Right Hand

“The cop would rather go through all this than drop his ego and admit he’s wrong.”

Latin Times

Florida Rep. Salazar Backs Conservative Candidate in Sunday's Colombian Election: 'Cannot Afford Another Petrismo Disaster'

"We know that under the Petro administration coca cultivation reached record levels, close to 300,000 hectares," said Salazar in a video on X

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Filing for Divorce in Boca Raton, A Local Guide

Thinking about filing for divorce in Boca Raton? Read our local guide on Palm Beach County residency rules, court fees, and how to find the right legal help.

The Free Financial Advisor

Florida Homeowners Are Rechecking Insurance Bills Again—and Many Don’t Like What They’re Seeing

Florida homeowners are opening insurance bills with a mix of curiosity and dread as new premium notices arrive across the state. Many households expected some increases after recent storm seasons, but the latest numbers still manage to surprise even long-time policyholders. Insurance companies continue adjusting rates as rebuilding costs climb,…

Sports Illustrated

Ranking the 15 Best Returning Players in Men’s College Basketball After NBA Draft Deadline

The deadline to withdraw from the NBA draft to retain eligibility is now in the rearview. Here are the best returning players in men's college basketball.

International Business Times UK

'What Is Needed, a Second Dead Body?' Teen Suspect in Cruise Ship Death of Anna Kepner Avoids Jail

A Florida teenager charged with the murder of his step-sister on a cruise ship will remain under family supervision before trial, as a judge rules against pre-trial detention.

Reason

Brickbat: Color Blind

In Volusia County, Florida, Lindsey Isaacs was arrested and charged with eight felony counts, including vehicular homicide, leaving the scene… The post Brickbat: Color Blind appeared first on Reason.com.

International Business Times UK

Pam Bondi Cancer Diagnosis Exposes the Hidden Voice Changes Women Must Watch Out For

Pam Bondi, former Florida Attorney General, reveals her thyroid cancer diagnosis following her departure from public office, highlighting the importance of early detection and understanding of this rare disease.

Sports Illustrated

SEC Leaders Blast CFP Metrics Explanation as Debate Over Strength of Schedule Intensifies

A CFP presentation meant to explain the playoff rankings instead deepened SEC concerns that the committee rewards dominant records in weaker leagues more than survival in their gauntlet.

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