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In Florida, condo owners are drastically reducing their property prices, some by as much as 40%, in response to impending massive repair costs.  This trend marks the severest real estate downturn the state has faced in decades, putting significant financial pressure on property owners. Saint Petersburg’s Price Plunge Source: Terrillo Walls/Unsplash In Saint Petersburg, a condo initially listed at $1.2 million now struggles to find a buyer, even after slashing its price to $715,000.  This steep drop is part of a wider crisis of plummeting values as condo owners are forced to sell in far from ideal conditions. New Laws,…

This past weekend, California was on edge as it experienced five earthquakes across the north and south.  The first, a strong 4.4 magnitude shake, struck near Lake County on Saturday. By Sunday evening, residents felt two additional tremors, registering magnitudes of 2.7 and 2.8. Earthquakes Shake Up North and South Source: Wikimedia Commons The tremors didn’t just hit the north—Southern California felt the ground move too, with two earthquakes on Saturday.  The most significant of these was a 3.9 magnitude quake, underscoring the state’s vulnerability to nature’s unpredictability. A Weekend Full of Tremors Source: Wikimedia Commons From north to south,…

Vice President Kamala Harris has shown support for funding gender transition surgeries for transgender inmates. In 2019, an ACLU questionnaire revealed her stance on providing such surgeries to illegal immigrants or migrants held in federal custody. Harris checked ‘yes’ in response to whether she would offer government-funded care for ‘transgender and nonbinary people’ including ‘those in prison and immigration detention.’ Detailed Support for Transgender Health Needs Source: Alexander Grey/Unsplash In her responses, Harris emphasized the necessity of proper treatment for transgender individuals under state care. She said, “It is important that transgender individuals who rely on the state for care…

In a recent excavation, the Israeli Antiquities Authority made thrilling discoveries in the ancient city of Zanoah.  Unearthed were stone walls and pottery over 3,200 years old, providing concrete evidence of the Israelites’ settlement in what they deemed the “Promised Land” after their exodus from Egypt under Moses’s leadership. Findings Only Just Released Source: Robert Walter Weir/Wikimedia Commons The research team began digging out the area in 2019. However, they have just released their findings to the world. As many people believe that events in the Bible haven’t happened, there is hope that releasing these findings will finally prove that…

The National Hurricane Center has indicated early Monday that a tropical disturbance in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico is shaping up to potentially become this season’s next named hurricane, Francine.  This development could signal the end of a brief period of calm that hurricane-prone regions have recently experienced.  Francine’s Forecasted Fury Source: RyanMaue/X By Monday, this disturbance is expected to whip up into a tropical storm and ramp up to hurricane status shortly after.  It’s on a beeline for the northwestern U.S. Gulf coast by Wednesday, threatening “an increasing risk of life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds along the Louisiana…

Donald Trump stirred up a storm on social media recently when he announced his intention to go after election fraud if he secures a win in the upcoming elections.  He named “lawyers, political operatives, donors, illegal voters and corrupt election officials” as potential targets, sparking a lively debate across the nation. Reviving Controversial Claims Source: GOP/X Trump is not letting go of the past, it seems.  He’s still vocal about his claims of fraud in the 2020 election, despite a lack of support from multiple checks including court rulings and state verifications. His persistence keeps these contentious issues in the…

Remember when dollar stores were the go-to spots for deals?  Those days are seeing a downturn. Dollar Tree, a giant in this sector, just reported a drop in stock values to a startling nine-year low.  Closing Time for Family Dollar Source: Wikimedia Commons Big news from Dollar Tree—they’re planning to shut down 600 Family Dollar stores by 2024.  This dramatic step comes after years of trying, and struggling, to blend Family Dollar into its broader operations. It’s a tough break that’s been a long time coming. Dollar General Feels the Pinch Source: Wikimedia Commons Dollar General isn’t immune to the…

A salmonella outbreak has triggered a huge egg recall in nine states. Health authorities linked the outbreak to specific egg brands after identifying a Wisconsin farm as the infection hotspot. Eggs from the brands ‘Milo’s Poultry Farms’ or ‘Tony’s Fresh Market’ have been recalled. Rising Illness Counts Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration The health scare has affected at least 65 people, but the actual number might be higher as some individuals may recover without ever testing for the bacteria.  Fortunately, there have been no reported fatalities, though 24 consumers required hospitalization due to severe symptoms associated with the salmonella…

Delta Air Lines is revisiting the use of traditional salutations in airport announcements. Keyra Lynn Johnson, the airline’s Chief Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Social Impact Officer, has suggested eliminating the phrase ‘ladies and gentlemen’ to create a more inclusive environment.  This suggestion was made during a panel discussion in February 2021, highlighting a shift toward gender inclusivity. Meet the Change Maker: Keyra Lynn Johnson Delta.com Leading the charge in this innovative shift is Keyra Lynn Johnson.  She’s pushing to redefine how Delta addresses its passengers, challenging the old-school “ladies and gentlemen” to better reflect today’s diverse society. This change is…

Governor Gavin Newsom of California recently vetoed Assembly Bill 1840, a piece of legislation aimed at opening up the state’s home buying assistance program to undocumented immigrants.  In his explanation, Newsom pointed to the state’s tight budget, stating, “Given the finite funding available for CalHFA programs, expanding program eligibility must be carefully considered within the broader context of the annual state budget to ensure we manage our resources effectively.” A Closer Look at Assembly Bill 1840 Source: AsmArambula/X Assemblymember Dr. Joaquin Arambula spearheaded the bill that promised no-interest loans up to $150,000 for eligible first-time homebuyers—immigration status notwithstanding.  His vision…