Friday, September 11, 2020

Tropical system & vaccine problem

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September 11, 2020

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Tropical system near Florida has 50% of development, as hurricane center monitors 5 other tropical events

A disturbance off the coast of Florida has increased odds of development with a path set for the Sunshine State, while the National Hurricane Center monitors five other tropical events.

Coronavirus vaccine trial stopped after woman develops severe neurological symptoms

A woman who received an experimental coronavirus vaccine developed severe neurological symptoms that prompted a pause in testing, a spokesman for drugmaker AstraZeneca said Thursday.

Florida to reopen bars starting Monday after monthslong COVID-19 shutdown

Bars will again be allowed to operate at 50% capacity, which was permitted in Florida for just three weeks after Gov. Ron DeSantis began the second phase of reopening on June 3.

Protests against gun rights activist erupt at UCF; school suspends groups for violating social distancing policies

Dozens of students converged on UCF's campus Thursday afternoon to protest a visit from gun-rights activists who the university said initially wasn't wearing a mask and was violating...

Florida universities are pushed to drop ACT/SAT scores in admission decisions

Across Florida, counselors, parents and students continue to push the state to change its rules for the current admissions cycle. Admissions directors at Florida's public universities want...

A key figure in Central Florida's fight for social justice, Miles Mulrain Jr. marches on

The massive crowds of Black Lives Matter demonstrators have long departed the streets of downtown Orlando, the tear gas is a distant memory, and the news helicopters have flown elsewhere. But...

Disney World tribute: A daughter finds a way to honor her mom's memory

Disney World was a place of fantasy, complete with a castle and princesses. So to Janelle Dzwilewski, the theme park was the perfect place to honor her mom, who died in January.

Such a deal: Shaquille O'Neal drops price on his Isleworth mansion again

The NBA legend is lowering the price again, this time seeking $19.5 million for his lakeside estate, or $8.5 million less than the original $28 million asking price set in 2018.

New coach Mike Norvell has turned FSU into Free Speech University | Commentary

FSU coach Mike Norvell is most media-friendly coach in the state and is preparing the Seminoles well for the future.

OCPS to test all football players, coaches for COVID-19

Orange County Public Schools is going to test all high school football players, coaches and athletic directors for COVID-19, multiple sources told the Orlando Sentinel.

Breakthrough Theatre marks 9-11 with 'With Their Eyes'

In its first major production since shutting its physical location, Breakthrough Theatre Company will present online performances of "With Their Eyes" Sept. 11-13. Each night's show will...

Pet-friendly St. Augustine welcomes dogs with open arms

St. Augustine, on Florida's historic northeast coast, welcomes dogs with open arms and water dishes everywhere.

Andretti Indoor Karting in Orlando has a bonus offer for free gaming

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Orlando is giving away a free $20 bonus games card with the purchase of another $20 card.

From treehouses to castles, check out these unique Airbnbs from around the world

From treehouses to castles, check out these unique Airbnbs from around the world

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