Monday, December 24, 2018

Unfulfilled Christmas wish & SpaceX launch goes off -- finally

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Christmas somber for families of 4 moms killed in Lake County crash — 'It's not the same'

M'lani Smith's Christmas list includes a toy ice cream truck with working lights and music, a Nintendo Switch video-game console and something the third-grader wishes for every day but can't have: her mom. "We know it's never gonna be," said her grandmother Carla Faye Smith.

It took 5 tries, but SpaceX finally launched a next-generation GPS satellite Sunday

After a last-minute issue barred it from launching during Vice President Mike Pence's high-profile visit to the Cape, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket finally took to the skies Sunday on a fifth attempt carrying an Air Force GPS satellite.

Remembering my dad this Christmas ... even if he doesn't | Commentary

Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell writes about his father, who is battling dementia.

Trump forces out Defense Secretary Jim Mattis two months before planned departure

Patrick Shanahan, a former Boeing executive who has been Jim Mattis' deputy at the Pentagon, will assume the top job on an acting capacity beginning Jan. 1.

Funeral for Alejandro Vargas Martinez, slain Boone High student, held

Loved ones said goodbye to Alejandro Vargas Martinez at his funeral Sunday.

Magic beaten 115-91 at home by Heat

Miami's Tyler Johnson scored 25 points as the Heat defeated the host Magic 115-91 on Sunday night.

Florida State hires Kendal Briles to be offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach

Florida State announced it has hired Kendal Briles to take over as the Seminoles' new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, confirming a long rumored staff move following the departure of Walt Bell.

UCF acknowledges LSU's speed, but fast Knights still believe they are quicker Fiesta Bowl team

UCF has acknowledged LSU has a speedy lineup, but the Knights are known for their own fast-paced attack.

Blake Bortles comes off bench to help Jaguars triumph

Blake Bortles came off the bench late in the third quarter with the score tied and provided a spark, helping the Jacksonville Jaguars eliminate host Miami from the AFC playoff race by winning 17-7. 

Dolphins lose final home game to Jaguars, eliminated from playoff contention

The Dolphins lost their final home game of the season, a 17-7 defeat to the Jaguars on Sunday that eliminated Miami from playoff contention with one game remaining this season.

'Aquaman' debuts at No. 1 with $72 million, 'Mary Poppins Returns' beats 'Bumblebee'

The DC adventure dominated in North America with a splashy $72 million debut, including previews.

'Black Panther,' 'Bodyguard': Best movies and TV of 2018

At the movies in 2018, 'Black Panther' was the standout, an industry breakthrough and a huge moneymaker. On television, Netflix's 'Bodyguard' was a knockout thriller from Britain.

Orlando Theater Best of 2018: Top Productions

2018 Orlando Theater Year in Review: Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm salutes the year's top local productions. Here, alphabetically, are his picks.

'White Christmas' is as pretty as newly fallen snow

"White Christmas" touring Broadway show reviewed by Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm

Star-studded chef lineup announced for Orlando Magic Wine Festival and Auction

A star-studded chef lineup has been announced for the first Orlando Magic Wine Festival and Auction. 

Gas drops below $2 at some Central Florida stations

The price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Central Florida is dropping as the Christmas holiday and New Year celebrations approach, coming in at an average of $2.14 Thursday, according to AAA's Daily Fuel Gauge.

Rainy, cool weather closes water parks, other attractions

The threat of severe weather caused several of Orlando's water parks and attractions to change their operating schedules.

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