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Online gaming has become a part of daily life for people of all ages. From casual mobile games to immersive online platforms, gaming is now inevitable. Globally, the online gaming industry is expected to generate approximately $30 billion in revenue by 2025. Entertainment through online games is not harmful, but problems arise when it grows without regulation or recognition. The unstoppable rise of online gaming is gradually creating social, psychological, and economic problems that affect both individuals and communities. how? Let’s understand. Growing concerns about mental health One of the biggest concerns associated with unchecked online gaming is its impact…
The tradition of hanging stockings at Christmas has a long history rooted in folklore and generosity, and has evolved into one of the most cherished customs of the holiday season. This custom is thought to originate from the legend of St. Nicholas, a 4th century bishop known for his acts of kindness. According to the most famous story, St. Nicholas came to know of a poor man with three daughters who could not afford a dowry and whose young women were at risk of being sold into slavery. Touched by their plight, Nicholas secretly visited their home at night. He…
Question: I saw an advertisement for a tea tree. Can tea be grown locally? Answer: Small, winter-flowering tea leaves can be grown in the landscapes of central and northern Florida. Tea is a relative of camellia that grows locally and in cool climates. The flowers are relatively small for a camellia, but they have many white petals and yellow centers. Although tea plants can grow in full sun, they prefer a sunny location. Apply regular camellia care and azalea fertilizer in a moist area in March, May, and early October. The tea leaves are harvested and cured using a process…
With less than a second left in the second period, the Blues got back on top, with Justin Faulk firing a shot from below the blue line that slipped past Tarasoff to make it 3-2 at 19:59. Defenseman Niko Mikkola said the goal was “unlucky.” The Blues had a two-goal cushion in the third period thanks to a strong forecheck, but Neighbors sank his second goal to make it 4-2 at 12:02. Less than a minute later, Robert Thomas’ one-time goal at 12:53 made it 5-2. The Panthers drew Tarasov on the power play for a 6-4 advantage, but Thomas…
Since its humble Central Florida beginnings as a Corvette-only auction in a nondescript parking lot, Mecum Kissimmee has grown to become the “Holy Grail event event of the car-collecting universe.” With 4,500 vehicles consigned for the event, which runs Jan. 6-18, Mecum Auctions welcomes an estimated 100,000 car enthusiasts and bidders to its “gearhead amusement park.” The event will feature its usual array of pristine muscle cars, including 300 Corvettes and a rare 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda convertible, but the real stars of the show this year are Ferraris. A 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda convertible is one of the rare…
Sloth World is rapidly approaching its grand opening on International Drive in Orlando, company executives said. The 7,500-square-foot facility will house more than 40 sloths in a rainforest-inspired environment. And although it operates near the heart of Central Florida’s tourist district, its mission is more scientific in nature, says Slothworld owner and president Ben Agresta. “We want people to know that there are really four core things in the sloth world: conservation, education, research, and a little bit of entertainment,” Agresta said. The attraction, which he calls “Slozarium,” is scheduled to open in February. Visitors to Sloth World experience a…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Attorney General James Usmeyer announced that 43 missing children have been safely rescued as part of a multi-agency effort known as Operation Northern Lights, bringing the total number of children rescued statewide in 2025 to more than 300. The operation was led by the U.S. Marshals Service for the Northern District of Florida in collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations, the Florida Attorney General’s Office, and multiple local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. This coordinated effort was carried out from December 1 to 12 and resulted in the recovery of children and teenagers between the ages…
Florida’s winter months are not marked by blustery snowstorms and parka-wearing shoppers, but by days that are warm, merry and bright. The mild temperatures are also conducive to spending hours outside hauling out countless boxes of decorations and holiday lights, ensuring that December nights are also blindingly bright. For our eighth annual Twinkly Awards, we’re honoring the aspiring Clark Griswolds of Central Florida, who dedicate their talents and efforts to gathering the neighbors, to giving spectators a free show and to the cause of spreading holiday cheer. The persistence and dedication of Central Florida’s holiday heroes are on full display…
Graduating from high school is a major milestone, and the next step will shape the entire direction of your life. With major changes, it’s natural to gradually lose touch with your high school friends. Especially if you weren’t close on a ride-or-die level. The good news is that there are many ways you can use social media to keep in touch and stay connected with old friends, even if you never decide to chat with them in person again. Make sure you don’t lose contact due to time or distance. With this guide, you can stay in touch and reconnect…
Recently, the American Tort Reform Association released its 2025-26 Judicial Hell Report. The report was a sobering reminder of how quickly states can descend into legal chaos if litigation abuses are allowed to flourish. For Florida, this report should serve as both a warning and a wake-up call. After years of fighting hard to escape the clutches of a broken civil justice system, the Sunshine State is now facing new pressure from the trial lawyer lobby to change course. As the 2026 Congress approaches, the question is no longer theoretical. Will Florida defend the reforms that have restored balance and…