Florida

Florida university shooting suspect is deputy sheriff’s son. Here’s what we know so far

At least two people were killed and five others injured when 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner opened fire on the Tallahassee campus of Florida State University. His mother, a deputy working under Leon County Sheriff Walter McNeil, has worked at the sheriff’s office for over 18 years. Police shot Phoenix during the incident, and he was taken to the hospital later

What are Florida’s special elections? Why are Republicans so worried?

The special elections in Florida slated for today (April 1) could be close-run. Though the Republican candidates will likely win the seats vacated by Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz, that hasn’t stopped many in leadership from sounding the alarm. But why is this? Why are Republicans so nervous?

Why were Andrew Tate and his brother allowed to leave Romania despite serious charges?

Andrew and Tristan Tate, dual UK-US nationals, are facing charges of human trafficking, rape, and forming an organised crime group in Romania. They were allowed to leave despite being under judicial supervision. Romanian prosecutors confirmed their case is ongoing, and they must return for legal proceedings

Hurricanes, floods and wildfires don’t deter America from building homes in climate danger zone

In 2014, around 49 per cent of all houses made that year cropped up in high-risk zip codes. In 2023, the percentage of such houses shot up to 57 per cent

15 injured after high-speed train collides with fire truck in Florida

The Delray Beach Fire Rescue said in a social media post that three Delray Beach firefighters were in stable condition at a hospital. Palm Beach County Fire Rescue took 12 people from the train to the hospital with minor injuries

Why are hotels and luxury condos along Florida coast sinking?

A study, undertaken by researchers at the University of Miami, was published in the journal Earth and Space Science on Friday. It found that 35 buildings sank about two to eight centimetres – a process known as subsidence – between 2016 and 2023. Scientists uncovered a surprising factor: Vibrations from nearby construction sites resulted in soil particles shifting

Trudeau secretly jets off to Florida to meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago amid looming tariff war: Report

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has reportedly landed in Florida and is scheduled to meet President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence. The surprise visit came just days after Trump threatened tariff wars with Mexico, Canada and China

Who is Pam Bondi, Trump's new pick to replace Matt Gaetz as US attorney general?

Pam Bondi, former Florida attorney general and longtime Trump ally, has been nominated to replace Matt Gaetz as US attorney general. Known for her two-decade prosecutorial career and staunch loyalty to Trump, Bondi’s record is marked by significant accomplishments and controversies

Can’t handle another Trump presidency? This four-year cruise is the perfect getaway

Donald Trump has sealed a victory in the US presidential election. But, not everyone is happy with his comeback. For the people mourning his victory, a travel company has announced a luxurious four-year ‘Skip Forward’ cruise around the world. The package enables passengers to travel the world in luxury, and effectively ‘skip’ his presidential term

Who is Marco Rubio, Trump's possible pick for Secretary of State? What could this mean for US foreign policy?

Donald Trump is expected to select Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, a decision that could boost Latino representation at the highest level of government. Known for his hawkish stance on China and staunch opposition to Cuban and Venezuelan regimes, Rubio would be the first Latino to hold this position