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LEGOLAND Florida and its visitors are taking part in global events with an emphasis on creative play and experiences inspired by Fortnite video games. The Winter Haven theme park and six sister attractions in California, New York, UK, Germany, Denmark and Korea will be hosting the LEGO Festival, which begins Saturday. “This is our first global event,” said Shay Davis, entertainment specialist at LEGOLAND Florida. “So it’s the first event that all Legoland Parks are on sale at exactly the same time.” The event will be divided into five new play zones: Music, Dance, Creative, Gaming and Relaxation. “It’s very…

Official data show that new export orders have fallen to the lowest level in 13 years, excluding Covid-19 disruption. China’s factory activity has shrunk more than expected in April after a two-month recovery, a survey on Wednesday suggests that the country’s vast manufacturing industry is beginning to feel the effects of the ongoing trade war with the US.According to the National Statistics Agency (NBS), the country’s official purchasing manager index (PMI) fell to 49 in March against 50.5. The reading was the lowest since December 2023, with the median forecast for Reuters’ expert vote missed 49.8.Official NBS data showed new…

I hope for Florida $10 million was from Medicaid | April 23rdThere is a $10 million hope that Florida’s “donations” were part of the Medicaid settlement. With the help of artificial intelligence, I did some envelope calculations. For Medicaid, that $10 million would have provided compensation for the next year.• 3,000-5,000 children, or•2,000-2,500 adults, or•300-1,000 elderly/disabled peopleI hope Casey DeSantis or the Florida board of directors will tell you how many children, adults, seniors, or people with disabilities who want Florida to help with that $10 million. I don’t hold my breath for answers, but I keep watching to see…

The television series, based on his beloved Florida novel “A Land Remembered,” is currently working with a Tampa-based producer.The work of the historical novel of the late author Patrick D. Smith follows three generations of the poor Georgians of the Earth, the Masivy family. They must plunder bears, hurricanes, Confederate escapees and plunder other adversities.From the 1860s to the 1960s, Tobias, Zek, and Sol–resilient Masibay built the kingdom first as a cattle rancher, then as a citrus farmer, and ultimately as a land developer. Published in 1984, the novel captures the beauty of Florida’s untouched nature, the connection of Masibayes…

The loud knock or thumping sounds can be a sign of a defect in the engine that can lead to a failure.General Motors has announced that it is recalling 600,000 SUVs and trucks in the US due to defects that could lead to engine issues.GM said in an April 25 notification that manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and crankshaft parts of some Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC models could lead to loss of power, increasing the risk of crashes.Vehicles being recalled include model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESVs from 2021 to 2024. Chevrolet Silverado 1500, suburbs, Tahoe. GMC Sierra…

Clearwater is at a crossroads.Over the next few weeks, the city council will vote on whether to sell South Garden Avenue to the Church of Scientology. On the surface, it’s just a deal, $1,375 million in exchange for public roads. However, if you scratch it underneath the surface, you will see something deeper. This is not just about land. It’s about what kind of city we want to be.Brooks Gibbs (Provided by Brooks Gibbs)For years, downtown Clearwater has been struggling. The reduced vacant buildings and walking traffic is clouding the dream of a bustling and welcoming centre. I believe that…

Universal Orlando water park Volcano Bay will abandon its wearable technology, known as Taputapu, later this year, the company announced Tuesday. The free wristband device, which has been in use since the park debuted in 2017, holds reservations for the Kurakatau Aqua Coaster, one of the volcanic bay centerpiece slides, warning you when to enter the physical line and opens rental lockers. According to a news release from Universal Orlando, the attraction will no longer use Taputap as of October 1st. The change will “have access to the attraction queues in their leisure time,” the release said. Universal has also…

Meanwhile, the president presented a very different perspective in his remarks at a rally in Macomb County, Michigan.Senate Democrats took office on April 29th to commemorate President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in a series of floor speeches criticizing the president’s performance.”Democrats are holding the floor late tonight to expose the disaster of Donald Trump’s first 100-day inauguration. We will speak for a few more hours,” Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer (DN.Y.) said on the floor.Schumer’s remarks came after several Democrats had already provided critical speeches of the administration throughout the day. Under Senate rules, senators are generally entitled by…

Members approved the budget settlement recommendation, urging hours of Democrats.Members of the House of Representatives’ Homeland Security Committee advanced a list of budget adjustment recommendations on April 29th.The panel also approved $5 billion for customs and border security facilities, $6 billion for agency staff and vehicles, nearly $4 billion for technology enhancements, and $950 million for grant programs.”It’s important that the Republican majority do what people choose for us. We approve funds for effective border security and enforcement measures. That’s what these recommendations do.”Congress approved the budget blueprint approved by President Donald Trump earlier this month. Lawmakers are now fine-tuning…

Executive officials said negotiations are ongoing and could lead to positive outcomes to reduce trade barriers and tariffs.WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump told White House reporters Tuesday that negotiations with India are ongoing on tariffs and trade as his administration is working on strategically and extremely to alleviate global trade tensions. “India is making a huge appearance,” Trump said on the south lawn for a rally to celebrate his first 100 days before boarding the Marines on his way to Michigan. “I think we’ll sign a deal with India.” He said he talked Prime Minister Narendra Modi has had positive…