Two Russian journalists jailed on 'extremism' charges for alleged work for Navalny group
Two Russian journalists were arrested by their government on “extremism” charges and ordered by courts there to remain in custody pending investigation and trial on accusations of working for a group founded by the late Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny.
Alaska's Indigenous teens emulate ancestors' Arctic survival skills at the Native Youth Olympics
The Native Youth Olympics in Anchorage, Alaska, is a three-day celebration of Indigenous culture in the form of games that mimic hunting and survival techniques that Alaska Natives in the Arctic region have relied on for thousands of years.
Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spree
An Orlando man booked in Brevard County is accused of stealing some $118,413.45 in merchandise from Best Buy stores across the state in a crime spree lasting the better part of a year, according to investigators.
Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spree
An Orlando man booked in Brevard County is accused of stealing some $118,413.45 in merchandise from Best Buy stores across the state in a crime spree lasting the better part of a year, according to investigators.
UF sets student protest boundaries, threatens 3-year ban for rulebreakers
The University of Florida is telling students what they can and can’t do if they want to protest on campus, and rulebreakers among students and faculty will face harsh penalties, according to information being shared on campus this week.
Progressive dropping 100,000 home insurance policies in Florida. Here are the details
In the middle of what’s being called a “property insurance crisis” in Florida, several local homeowners said their policies are being dropped by Progressive, one of the biggest property insurance companies in the country.
At least 17 people died in Florida after medics injected sedatives during encounters with police
An investigation by The Associated Press has found that at least 17 people died in Florida over a decade following physical encounters with police during which medical personnel also injected them with a powerful sedative.
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Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spree
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United Auto Workers reaches deal with Daimler Truck, averting potential strike in North Carolina
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Pro-Palestinian students have peacefully evacuated prestigious Paris university campus building
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The US and China talk past each other on most issues, but at least they’re still talking
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Anti-war protesters dig in as some schools close encampments after reports of antisemitic activity
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