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The closure could leave seven refineries behind for drivers struggling state gas, leading to higher gas prices, industry experts say.Another California oil refinery will close next year, increasing the likelihood of putting more pressure on increasing gasoline supply and driver prices.Texas-based Valero Energy Corporation said on April 16 that it had filed a notice to the California Energy Commission, which aims to idolize, rebuild or halt it at Benicia refineries in Northern California by the end of April 2026.”We understand the impact this will have on our employees, business partners and our community and will continue to work with them…
Gisele Galoustian – Florida Atlantic University Florida Atlantic University is recognized as the National Center for Academic Excellence at Cyber Security Agency (NSA) and the National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Security (NCAE-C). This honorable designation, awarded throughout the 2030 academic year, confirms the university’s leadership and innovation in the field of cybersecurity research at the doctoral level.This recognition places the FAU among elite groups across the country that have demonstrated a sustained commitment to cutting-edge research in cyber defense and security. The CAE-R designation is awarded to universities where programs that meet strict academic and research criteria set…
Two days after Haiti’s transitional government approved partial funding in tax revenue to help fight gangs, the country’s Treasury Ministry was hit by another blow. The Miami-based Royal Caribbean has suspended operations at Lavadie, a private destination off the coast of northern Haiti. Celebrity Cruise, the sister line of the Royal Caribbean, had already removed Lavadie from its itinerary a few weeks ago. “Due to the abundant attention we temporarily suspend our visit to Lavadie,” a Royal Caribbean spokesman said in a statement. “We’re already communicating directly with our guests.” On Tuesday night, Haitian vendors who rely on a small…
When it comes to voting, Florida-elected officials love to tote our own horns, claiming we are “Florida’s free state” and the gold standard for elections. What those officials don’t say is that we were gold standard just a few years ago. Amy Keith (James Schultz | General Cause Florida)Now, Florida’s elected leaders are making it increasingly difficult for eligible Florida voters to vote. They effectively choose their voters to ensure they remain in power. Now we can see a perfect example of this play. House Bill 1381 is a horrifying bill that causes confusion and confusion for voters and election…
st. Cloud, Fla. (WFLA) – When it comes to the creepy crawly creatures of Florida, experts want residents to believe in the power of fact against fear. “The more you are educated, the less fear you are,” Jason Compton, founder of Snake Identification App SnakesNap, told NBC affiliate Wesh. Plastic surgeon accused of murdering Pinellas’ lawyer has appeared in court There are four venomous snakes in the sun. Wesh spoke to researchers (one of three in the state) who were approved to extract the poison. Jack Facente, a lab called agritoxin on St. Cloud, said it could be used to…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Attorney General James Usmierer has issued a warning to Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, warning that the city could face legal consequences if state officials continue to implement immigration policies that they allegedly violate Florida’s laws. In a letter published on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday night, Uthmeier criticized the comments Dyer made at the April 7th city council meeting. At that meeting, Dyer said the Orlando Police Department would comply with the city’s 2018 Trust Act. Uthmeier argued that the policy was inconsistent with a 2019 state law signed by Gov. Ron Desantis, which bans so-called…
BOURUSIA COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – A Florida mother and daughter have been arrested after police say they sold human bones on the Facebook market. An arrest affidavit obtained by NBC affiliate WESH showed that Orange City Police received hints that a store called Wicked Wonderland is selling human bones on social media. Detectives said they discovered two human skull fragments for sale for $90, a human rib for $35, a human vertebrae for $35, and a partial human skull for $600. “Total Creep”: Bartow teacher, coach, coach arrested for inappropriate behavior, voyeurism, deputies say Volusia County Examiner’s Office told Wesh…
Tampa Bay Times environmental reporter Max Chesness and energy reporter Emily L. Mahoney were awarded the Lucy Morgan Award at a newsroom ceremony on Wednesday. Chesness and Mahoney were awarded for their storytelling to reveal the state’s plans to develop golf courses and other amenities in Florida’s state parks. Their report, a bipartisan opposition zinc-plated opposition, led Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration, pulling the plan out of consideration and urged legislation banning the development of state parks.”I can’t imagine a story that had more outcomes in 2024 in terms of being able to shape the policy debate,” Times editor Mark Kutches…
Meanwhile, overemployment has only improved slightly over the past year.Australia’s unemployment rate rose up by up to 4.1% in March, up from 4% the previous month despite increasing 32,000 jobs.According to new seasonally adjusted figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the increase was due to a significant increase in the number of people looking for jobs, and 3,000 Australians were counted as unemployed.Monthly rises in unemployment rates could raise eyebrows just weeks after federal elections, but trend data shows that the labor market remains largely stable.Employment shortage remains flatMeanwhile, the employment rate has remained stable at 5.9%, continuing…
TALHASSEE — Despite strong opposition from Gov. Ron DeSantis, the Florida home on Wednesday approved a bill aimed at reducing the governor’s power in selecting presidents of state public universities and universities. This measure, House Bill 1321, prohibits elected officials (including governors) from communicating with higher education leaders regarding current or future presidential vacancies. The bill received bipartisan support, but a small number of Republicans opposed it.Governor DeSantis criticized the proposal, claiming it threatened his education agenda and marked a step towards “repeat” of Florida’s higher education system. “They don’t want elected officials to hold the university accountable,” DeSantis said…