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City’s Budget Surprises Council with Smaller Deficit

March 21, 2026

The city ended 2025 with a deficit far below the $9. 6 million that had been forecast, according to the interim finance director who stepped into the role two weeks ago. He told council that the shortfall will be about $3 million, a relief driven by higher revenues in key areas. Earned income and re

politics

Cuban Singer Gets a Rifle for the First Time

March 21, 2026

Silvio Rodriguez, 79, known for his songs that helped shape the Cuban revolution, was handed an AKM rifle by the military. The gesture came after he posted on social media that he was ready to fight if the United States ever tried to invade. The weapon, a modern version of the old Soviet AK-47, w

sports

USA Wins Tense WBC Match, but Strikeout Sparks Debate

March 16, 2026

The World Baseball Classic saw the United States edge out the Dominican Republic with a close 2‑1 victory, moving on to the final round. The decisive moment came in the last inning when U. S. pitcher Mason Miller forced Dominican shortstop Geraldo Perdomo to strike out looking, and earlier in the ei

education

Celebrating Local Scholars: A Look at Their Academic Wins

March 14, 2026

Osceola County students are making waves far beyond their hometown, earning top honors at a variety of colleges and universities across the country. One standout is Jalen Amari Gummer, who earned a cum laude Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Furman University. His success is a reminder tha

entertainment

Hollywood Pre‑Oscar Bash: Food, Fun and Big Names

March 12, 2026

The Dolby Theater in Hollywood rolled out its red carpet for the 98th Academy Awards, signaling that the final pre‑party buzz is underway. Chef Wolfgang Puck returns for the 32nd year to supply the Governor’s Ball menu, featuring tray‑passed dishes and a dramatic Oscar Gold Spraying Station where

entertainment

A New Take on a Famous Love Story

March 7, 2026

The hit series “Love Story” reimagined the romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, but many people close to the real couple said the show missed the mark. The drama was written by Ryan Murphy and produced by Brad Simpson, who claimed to have used a biography and interviews for r

celebrities

The Real Story Behind JFK Jr. ’s Wedding Drama

March 6, 2026

John Kennedy’s love life was a mix of glamour, family pressure and public scrutiny. He met model Carolyn Bessette in 1992 at a Calvin Klein event, where she worked as a saleswoman for the brand’s celebrity clients. Their first encounter was awkward; Carolyn didn’t give him her number, and he later a

politics

Mexico Stands by Cuba Amid U. S. Pressure

February 13, 2026

Two ships from Mexico arrived in Havana Harbor on a Thursday morning. They were loaded with supplies to help people in Cuba. This happened after the U. S. said it would punish countries that send oil to Cuba. One of the ships, the Papaloapan, had big packages on its deck. It sailed past the old El

entertainment

Spider‑Noir Returns: New Cast, Spring 2026 Premiere

February 11, 2026

The upcoming live‑action series set in a noir‑styled Spider‑verse is slated for a spring 2026 debut on MGM+ and Prime Video, with several familiar faces joining the cast. Nicolas Cage reprises his role as Ben Reilly, now known as Spider‑Noir, investigating a series of attacks on the infamous Marvel

sports

Francesa’s Take on Baseball Events

February 11, 2026

Mike Francesa spoke loudly about the World Baseball Classic. He said he would stop players from joining if they risk injury. He thinks the tournament is a TV trick to fill empty sports slots. Francesa does not care about it. He thinks the event is only for marketing. The Classic has stars like Ohta