Saturday, January 19, 2019

UCF administrators ousted & cleaner cruises?

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January 19, 2019

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4 UCF administrators terminated following probe into misspending, ex-president John Hitt severs ties

Following the release of an investigation that found several high-ranking employees were involved in the decision to use money from an improper source to replace an aging academic building at the University of Central Florida, President Dale Whittaker he's terminating four administrators.

Oasis of the Seas' norovirus outbreak among worst in a decade. But are cruises getting cleaner?

The most recent norovirus outbreak on Royal Caribbean International's Oasis of the Seas was the second-largest in a decade. But, overall, cruise lines are getting better at controlling outbreaks.

Mexico pipeline fire kills at least 21, many while gathering illegally tapped fuel

The fatal blast came as President Lopez Obrador has sent thousands of troops and police to guard pipelines as part of a major effort to eliminate rampant fuel theft.

Disney employees marvel at witnessing giraffe's birth at Animal Kingdom

Disney World employees and visitors alike marveled at a real-life moment of the birth of a giraffe captured in real-time on social media Monday afternoon at the theme park.

Trump plans to make 'major announcement' on Saturday on government shutdown, southern border

President Donald Trump says he'll make a "major announcement" on the government shutdown and the southern border on Saturday afternoon.

Magic can't stop hot-shooting Nets as Orlando falls 117-115 at home to Brooklyn

The Orlando Magic couldn't stop the hot-shooting Brooklyn Nets on Friday at Amway Center, falling 117-115.

It's good to have Stan Van Gundy back in town rooting for the Magic | Commentary

Sentinel columnist Mike Bianchi tackles a slew of sports topics, including how former Magic coach Stan Van Gundy is back where he belongs.

UCF emphasizes defense after suffering first AAC loss at Wichita State

The UCF basketball team is emphasizing playing stronger team defense as it pushes to rebound from a loss at Wichita State. The Knights will host Tulsa at noon Saturday.

Seminole races past Lake Brantley in 9A-2 boys basketball showdown

Seminole used balanced scoring and superior athleticism to race past Lake Brantley 62-45 on Friday night in a key Class 9A, District 2 game. O'Shae Baker scored 13 points and Brian Brooks 11 to lead the Seminoles, who won for the 11th time in the past 12 games.

Oak Ridge is Flyin' to the Hoop | Basketball Report

Seminole used balanced scoring and superior athleticism to race past Lake Brantley 62-45 on Friday night in a key Class 9A, District 2 boys basketball game.

'Hamilton'? So what? Some quietly sit out the hype

Not everyone is a huge fan of hit musical "Hamilton." Here are some brave enough to admit it.

'Hand to God' a raucous mix of filth and fun

"Hand to God" at Mad Cow Theatre reviewed by Orlando Sentinel critic Matthew J. Palm

'Ragtime,' 'Deathtrap' join Garden Theatre's 2019-20 season

The Garden Theatre in Winter Garden announced its 2019-20 season lineup on Friday night.

Orlando author salutes female spy's savvy

In 'Code Name: Lise,' Orlando author Larry Loftis recounts the endurance and skill of Odette Sansom, a Frenchwoman who was a British spy during World War II.

'Doll's House' sequel doesn't live up to original

"A Doll's House" at CFCArts and "A Doll's House, Part 2" at Orlando Shakes are reviewed by Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm

Tortuga Music Festival adds rising stars of Nashville

Tortuga Music Festival 2019 will feature more than a dozen young, up-and-coming country acts onstage at the April 12-14 party in Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, including Tenille Townes, Travis Denning and Gabby Barrett.

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