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The Student Coalition at the University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus (SUO) overturned a decision not to ratify the student conservative club after the backlash.The union initially rejected the idea of ratifying the club, citing views related to conservatives, but held an emergency meeting on March 13 to reconsider the decision, according to a statement posted on social media.”After careful consideration, the board ratified the club and ensured that the decision was made in line with the values of equity, inclusion and respect for all students,” the union said.”We understand the importance of fostering a diverse group of students who…
The bill that would curb the profits of Florida utility companies and force executive salaries to be disclosed passed its first committee this week in Tallahassee.Even Republican Sen. Don Gotz, sponsoring the bill, was a bit surprised.”Fifteen minutes before I introduced the bill, they told me I didn’t have a vote,” Gaetz said, adding that legislative officials had sent the message.Utility companies are some of Florida’s most powerful special concerns. And they’ve been in intense lobbying behind the scenes to kill Senate Bill 354, Getz said.”The other senators told me they were facing a pretty important lobbying effort,” he said.…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has awarded the Manatee County Port Authority $2 million through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund (JGGF) for improving infrastructure at Seaport Manatee. The funding will support the reconstruction of major roads, including South Dog Street, and implement essential stormwater mitigation. This enhancement aims to strengthen port resilience from the impact of the 2024 hurricane season, promote economic growth and recover aid.”Our investment today will increase the likelihood of exports in Florida and increase production,” Desantis said. “It’s essential to strengthen the port as we attract more businesses.”Florida Department of Transport Secretary Jared W. Perdue, PE,…
Lake Wales – As Trevor Murphy is pulled up to his father’s 20-acre grove in one of the fastest growing counties in the United States, he points to a one-storey cookie cutter home that invades orange trees from every side.”At some point, this won’t become an orange glove anymore,” says Murphy, a third-generation grower, staring at a row of trees on Lake Wales. “You look here, it’s all homes and it’s going to happen here.”Pork County, which includes Lake Wales, contains more citrus fruit than any other county in Florida. And in 2023, many people moved to Polk County more…
Spirit Airlines officially appeared from bankruptcy on March 12, marking the completion of a fiscal restructuring that significantly cuts its debt and secures new funds. The Dania Beach-based airline first filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in November.As part of the recovery, Spirit announced the addition of 40 new routes, including destinations such as Chattanooga, Tennessee and Columbia, South Carolina, to increase connectivity between existing locations.Through this restructuring, Spirit eliminated approximately $795 million in funding obligations and received $350 million in equity investments from existing investors. The company believes these financial changes will allow investments aimed at enhancing long-term stability…
Hilary Perkins said her previous work at the Justice Department created “unnecessary distractions.”Hilary Perkins, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) chief attorney, resigned from the role just two days after the appointment, she said on March 13.”Five days ago, I quit my job as assistant director of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Consumer Protection and began serving as a top advisor at the FDA. I was humbled by the trust placed on me by President Trump, Secretary Kennedy, Dr. McCurry and the rest of the administration,” Perkins wrote in a post about her LinkedIn profile.”Unfortunately, my work with the…
TALHASSEE – More than two years after Congress signed a lawsuit against property insurance companies, a House committee on Thursday resumed a major debate on attorneys’ fees over claims, with homeowners and insurance companies reopening a major debate on attorneys’ fees.The House Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee voted 16-1 to approve the bill (HB 1551) that revamps the 2022 legislation that protects property insurance companies from paying clients’ attorneys’ fees. The insurance industry claims that the law reduced costly litigation and helped market revive after economic issues.But supporters of the bill on Thursday said the 2022 legislation was too far…
Eight retired colors, including Raw Umber and Blizzard Blue, are back at the Crayola Experience Million Crayon Giveaway, which begins later this month.Participants can choose to include long-failed shades along with 70 other colors as part of the free 32 count box on the attraction pick Your Pack Wall. Among the revived choices is the dandelion, which retired in 2017. It also has no circulation since 2003, with magic mint (fluorescent green), mulberry and blizzard blue, along with orange red, violet blue, lemon yellow and raw amber (earth brown).Crayola says it will be the first time in the company’s history…
Before the goal, Seth Jones made one play to keep the puck in the zone. “It was an incredible play,” Bennett said of Jones’ strong efforts. “I was tired and didn’t want to backcheck there so I was hoping he kept it. It was a great second effort by him and that led to the goal.” Max Domi, who fell into the Maple Leafs’ deficit in the third season, carved out a shot from the slot to make it 3-2 at 4:26 shortly after Toronto’s power play expired. From there, Sergei Bobrovsky closed the door. The two Vezina Trophy winner,…
Cairo – It’s not easy to pilot a train with tooth strength. But for Ashraf Mahloo, an Egyptian wrestler also known for his nickname, Kabonga, it’s just one thing he can do to show off his incredible power.This week’s Mahrous received formal recognition from the Guinness World Records in three categories, including the heaviest rail pull using only his teeth. His other two certificates are for the heaviest locomotive pull and the fastest 100 meters road vehicle pull.He says he pulled a two-ton locomotive within 40 seconds.On Thursday, we gathered at Ramses Station in downtown Cairo to cheer him on…