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A report from the Orlando Business Journal reveals that the Sunrail Management Board has unanimously approved a major step into the proposed Sunshine Corridor, a joint effort with Brightline to expand rail services in central Florida.On April 24, the Central Florida Commuting Railroad Commission voted to move forward in a two-year, $6 million project development and environment (PD&E) survey. The study will focus on proposed corridors connecting Sunrail and Brightline, including planned stops at Orlando International Airport, Orange County Convention Center and South International Drive. The corridor also offers routes along Interstate 4, allowing Brightline’s future expansion into Tampa.John Tyler,…

Associated Press, by Jiang Junzhe HONG KONG (AP) – Global markets were high on Friday after Wall Street recovered on the third day, hoping the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates. The future of the S&P 500 rose 0.5%, while the future of the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1%. In European trade, Paris’ CAC 40 was added to 7,554.56 to 0.7%, while Germany’s DAX was 0.4% higher at 22,154.72. The UK FTSE 100 rose 0.2% to 8,422.52 after the country reported better retail sales in March. Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 rose sharply to 1.9% at 35,705.74, while South Korea’s Kospi…

Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced more than $14.5 million through the Florida Employment Growth Grant Fund (JGGF) to support Florida improvements and Florida workforce training. Funds have been awarded to Indian River State College, Miami-Dade College, Sebring Airport Authority and Wakula County for projects that advance major industries such as aviation, aerospace and manufacturing.”The Florida Employment Growth Grant Fund will promote economic development by supporting critical infrastructure projects and expanding workforce training opportunities at the local level,” Desantis said.”We continue to support Florida’s job creation and economic prosperity with a focus on Governor DeSantis’ commitment and investment in infrastructure and…

Florida’s economy is the hope of nations and many countries around the world, and tourism is the engine that operates it. For decades, the state has thrived on a smart, sustainable model. Out-of-state visitors donate billions of dollars through tourism development taxes, fueling the local economy, creating jobs, and funding public services without burdening residents.Don Wales (David Keith | Destinations International)However, two legislations in the state legislature (HB 1221 and HB 7033) propose to dismantle this model. If passed, they will eliminate dedicated funds for tourism marketing and facilities, dissolve all the state’s tourism development councils and enforce tourism development…

Consumer Goods Titan stocks fell nearly 4% during the trading session on April 24th.Pampers and Tide Maker Procter & Gamble (P&G) plans to raise prices for several products in the next fiscal year to offset tariff-related effects.The consumer goods giant released its third quarter mixed revenue report on April 24th. Revenue fell 2% to $19.78 billion, below analysts’ estimated $20.1 billion. The Cincinnati-based company reported earnings per share of $1.54, slightly above its $1.54 forecast.The shares fell as Charmin and Crest owners provided Bukeya’s outlook for the quarter and warned about a higher price. The company also predicts its decline…

The retracted rule aimed to reduce the estimated 125,000 Salmonella infections from chicken by 43,000 from Türkiye each year.The USDA announced Thursday that it would withdraw the proposed rules requiring poultry companies to limit the presence of salmonella bacteria on its products, and end previous Biden administration efforts to reduce foodborne diseases related to contaminated meat.USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) said the decision will continue following a review of more than 7,000 public comments submitted in response to the proposed regulations published in August 2024.The department said it would “assess whether current Salmonella regulations should be updated,” according to…

By Michael Lietke Google’s profits rose 50% in this year’s opening quarter, overcoming the competitive and legal threats the Internet empire faces amidst the chaos of the global trade war. Figures released by Google Parent Alphabet Inc. on Thursday show the company has risen to challenges so far, but investors may continue to be concerned about the upheaval times ahead. Mountain View, California, won $34.5 billion, or $2.81 per share, during the January-March period, from $23.7 billion ($1.89 per share) at the same time last year. Revenues rose 12% from last year to $90.2 billion. According to Factset’s research, the…

The old saying goes, “Explain to me like I’m 5.” This method helps to unlock problems that make your face look overly complicated, but don’t have to be. Let’s try it out on this hope of Florida’s fiasco.How should we help the poor?Thank you for asking, it’s so kind! In general, there are two big ideas in the US. One side believes that humans have a responsibility to care for each other by putting money in a pot that everyone can use. We call this “government.” Another believes people should keep their money and rely on places outside the government…

TAMPA – Until this week, Leisha Landlum has been accused of dying in a Florida prison for a crime she committed when she was 16. On Wednesday, the judge gave her a chance of freedom.Twenty years after Landrum and her ex-boyfriend were convicted of the brutal BL haughty death of 16-year-old Emily Clemons, Hillsboro Circuit Judge Robin Huson replied to Landrum for 35 years in prison. With the credits she has already served, she completed 85% of her sentence, and there was a possibility of early release after 37-year-old Landlum was able to leave prison about nine years later.It wasn’t…

The company is taking steps to “fundamentally” streamline the organization.Things haven’t improved for Intel in the first quarter of this year, revenue remains flat, and losses continue under the new CEO.On April 24, the Santa Clara, California-based company reported annual revenues of $12.7 billion while suffering a loss of 19 cents per share.In the second quarter, revenues are expected to be between $11.2 billion and $12.4 billion, with 32 cents per share.Meanwhile, management has announced initiatives to improve execution and operational efficiency, with the hopes of $17 billion in operating expenses for 2025 and $16 billion in operating expenses for…