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Flights are cancelled and power cuts reported in south-eastern US states amid heavy snow and ice.

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As the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, many people follow what, from the outside, may look to be odd traditions in order to bring luck and prosperity in the new year.

While sewage plants have reduced contributions to waterways through permits, addressing pollution from farms largely depends on voluntary efforts.

He follows Andrew Neil out of the door after previously working at the BBC for 17 years.

The American's five-month-old son Zen died after having had a brain tumour, he said on his show.

The 1Xtra DJ will be leaving after nine years at the network.

Director Steven Spielberg on why all the film's Latinx characters had to come from that community.

Here's how to make your Christmas tree last through the holiday season.

Let’s look at the official UNO rules to set things straight with these common misconceptions.

The Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive certainly won't disappoint if you're looking for a way to enjoy Florida's great weather while taking in views of wildlife, including more than 360 species of birds.

On her third metal-detecting trip, Milly finds a Bronze Age hoard dating from about 1300BC.

Two of the three men convicted in the assassination of Malcolm X are to be cleared after insisting on their innocence since the 1965 killing.

It's been a year since we teased news of Black Rooster Taqueria's Curry Ford West location, so now we'll just bare it: It's opening Tuesday....

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Blackface images have surfaced over the years across the country, sparking controversy and heated discussions among our communities. Here’s a look at the practice and its history.

The star's management company will select this year's song after the UK came bottom last year.

People in England going away for half term will be able to book lateral flow tests, the government says.

At least, that’s what was reflected in the Transportation Security Administration’s latest data, which showed a record-setting number of firearms detected across U.S. airport security checkpoints this year, according to a TSA press release Wednesday.

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody issues consumer alert of COVID-19 vaccine text-phishing scheme.

This is the fifth algal bloom detection at the lake with previous sighting on Sept. 30, Sept. 15, Aug. 23 and July 21.

The deal will allow the UK firm's Rotherham plant - which has been closed since spring - to reopen.

Three fathers doing a charity walk receive a donation from film star Daniel Craig as they set out.

He was initially taken into custody in February after a successful undercover operation in Bunnell by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Melbourne’s city council approved a plan to encourage more affordable housing in the city on Wednesday.

Ocala Police asks for help in finding missing teen.

How Walt Disney World, and other theme parks impacted Orlando's population boom.

Orange County Public Schools add new protocols ahead school board meeting.

Booster shots of the Pfizer vaccine are now available in Brevard County.

First Iron Man with Downs syndrome prepares for Boston Marathon, co-writes book with Dad.

You could win 2 tickets to experience thirty years of screams at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights!

An act of kindness - Lake County roofing company provides roof for Army Veteran.

Lakeland man arrested for the murder of girlfriend

Centrist Democrats threatened FDR’s transformative agenda until WWII came along. Social unrest and China weigh in the balance if Biden can’t crush a similar revolt.

The AP’s Hau Dinh set off from Hanoi for the seaside resort of Vung Tau in southern Vietnam for a long weekend in mid-July

He anchored SNL’s “Weekend Update” segment in the 1990s and had a long standup career.

This is some sweet news for candy lovers.

A Gibsonton resident charged in 2017 for distributing and possessing child pornography was sentenced Tuesday to five years in federal prison.

Dumbo the Flying Elephant remains enduringly popular with younger guests, even in the age of smart phones.

Disney Imagineers show off a preview of the new nighttime looks for the 180-foot icon of Epcot.

Cesar Kimbirima fled Angola after being shot four times and spending five months in a coma.

The small metal "boat" under a painting of three children could become a museum piece.

The driver of a BMW who was going 128 mph before a double fatal crash on Dec. 31, 2017, in Winter Park has pleaded guilty to two counts of vehicular homicide, according to court documents.

Disney Imagineers show off a preview of the new nighttime looks for the 180-foot icon of Epcot.

Many people overlook the Swiss Family Treehouse as just part of the foliage in a lush part of the Magic Kingdom, but it is an attraction with a storied history.

The move could see Sir Richard Branson lose overall control of the airline he founded.

The event outside the Milwaukee Bucks stadium in the Deer District may have been a covid superspreader event.

A 19-year-old woman behind the wheel of a vehicle involved in a head-on crash that killed a 23-year-old woman was sentenced to 10 years in prison, according to the state attorney’s office.

Tennessee Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey said in a news conference that the state would restart its outreach recommending vaccines for children and teens, which includes offering the vaccine at events on school property as early as next week.

Sadiq Khan says commuters will be required to wear face coverings on TfL services after 19 July.

Florida has more than 1 million alligators and several laws to protect the beasts.

Hiring surged heading into the second half of the year.

Federal prosecutors last month subpoenaed the Cook County Land Bank Authority for records as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into the program, which was formed to promote economic development in blighted communities that’s also been the subject of controversy. The subpoena sent May 21 requested records involving the sale of 24 properties by the land bank as well as emails and other records relating to Mustafaa Saleh, the agency’s former senior asset manager, records released in response to a Tribune Freedom of Information Act request show.

The movie and TV star died after being involved in a scooter collision 10 days ago in New York.

Four members of a family in Ontario were killed in what police believe was a deliberate hate crime.

Is your pet ready in the event of a weather emergency?

It's hard to feel comfortable leaving your home in any emergency situation, but planning for it can make it a bit easier.

Download or print this checklist to make sure you and your family are prepared for a major storm.

Universal Orlando announced Thursday that it’s set to raise the base pay rate for its team members to $15 an hour, beginning in June.

Authorities have identified eight people killed by a gunman at a California railyard on Wednesday before the gunman took his own life.

Campaigners say it is the first time a company has been legally bound by the Paris climate accord.

Improvements you can make around your home that not only secure it during a storm, but can also cut the cost of your homeowners insurance in half.

Find out how Polk County residents can stay informed before, during and after a hurricane.

Beaten and shackled by Louisiana state troopers, Black motorist Ronald Greene desperately tried to roll over in what may have been a struggle to breathe but was ordered to stay on his belly, according to body-camera video newly obtained by The Associated Press.

When the worst happens, you might find comfort in knowing Central Florida is home to some great first responders, but what if they can't get to you in a serious storm?

Find out how Osceola County residents can stay informed before, during and after a hurricane.

Sumter County residents have several resources available to them to help prepare ahead of a storm.

Find out how Volusia County residents can stay informed before, during and after a hurricane.

Flagler County residents have several resources available to them while preparing for a storm.

The health secretary also says people aged 35 and over in England will be offered the vaccine this week.

US health officials say masks and physical distancing are no longer needed for vaccinated Americans.

Caleb Kennedy, 16, left "American Idol" after a video with a friend wearing what appeared to be a Ku Klux Klan hood circulated online.

A gunman opened fire at a birthday party in Colorado, slaying six adults before killing himself Sunday.

Marcel Stellman, who has died aged 96, was also a record producer and lyricist.

A 21-year-old man from Deltona died after he crashed his car into a tree early Sunday morning, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

Manchester student Moshe Bergman was among 45 people killed at the religious festival.

The KGB’s successor agency has charge the opposition leader's lawyer with revealing details in a secret case to ban his organizations.

Preparing for a hurricane can be stressful for a lot of reasons, but your financial situation doesn't have to be one of them.

A California family experienced an Alfred Hitchcock movie scene after coming home to over 800 birds that made their way into the house through the chimney.

April is National Donate Life Month, a time to celebrate the generosity of those who have saved lives by becoming organ, tissue, bone marrow donors and by making blood donations.

A police officer shoots and kills a man, deputies say.

Three people were fatally shot in Austin on Sunday and no suspects are in custody, emergency responders said.

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

Yes, there WAS good news coming out of 2020 The pandemic offered an opportunity for advances in science and technology to help see us through a troubling time. Correspondent David Pogue reminds us of some of the often-overshadowed bright spots of the past year.

FLOROSA, Fla. A Florida man has been arrested after a driver spotted a runaway toddler in diapers on a highway near midnight. The Okaloosa County Sheriffs Office says the man had put the 2-year-old child in bed and was checking emails but didnt realize the toddler had escaped. A driver found the child on Highway 98 in the town of Florosa in the Florida Panhandle and called authorities. The sheriffs office said in a Sunday news release that 43-year old Micah Adkins is facing a child neglect charge. The first time he also left the garage door open, and the child walked to a nearby car wash.

Here is when some other countries celebrate Fathers Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mothers Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Fathers Day. GermanyThis country coincides Fathers Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Fathers Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Fathers Day on the second day of November.

Days after completing a battery replacement mission outside the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir will talk about being the first all-women spacewalking team. NASA will air a news conference Monday at noon on NASA TV and NASA.gov during which Koch and Meir will talk about their historic extra-vehicular activity or EVA. During the spacewalk, the astronauts took a call from President Donald Trump. "We don't want to take too much credit because there have been many others -- female spacewalkers -- before us," Meir told the president. While women have been spacewalking since 1984, it took two decades for women to catch up with men in the spacewalking arena.

Here are some rituals and traditions other countries have when they celebrate Fathers Day. Germany"No women allowed" is often a theme of Fathers Day in Germany. NepalA ceremony is performed in which boys touch their heads to their fathers feet, while girls touch their heads to their fathers hands. Each Fathers Day in Mexico City, a 21K (or 13-mile) run takes place for fathers. South AfricaChildren often spend the day fishing in hopes of catching dinner for their fathers.

Here are some rituals and traditions other countries have when they celebrate Fathers Day. Germany"No women allowed" is often a theme of Fathers Day in Germany. NepalA ceremony is performed in which boys touch their heads to their fathers feet, while girls touch their heads to their fathers hands. Each Fathers Day in Mexico City, a 21K (or 13-mile) run takes place for fathers. South AfricaChildren often spend the day fishing in hopes of catching dinner for their fathers.

ORLANDO, Fla. When a hurricane or other strong storm blows through Central Florida, it's not uncommon to see power outages. When your power is out, it can seem like time is crawling as you continue checking whether power has been restored. Stay informed regarding outages and billing with OUC Alerts. Orlando and Orange County residents can report outages by calling 407-423-9018. View outage maps for and find out how to report an outage to the following companies:Dont see your company?

So, what on earth took so long for Fathers Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Fathers Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Fathers Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Fathers Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Fathers Day in 2018. No doubt, Fathers Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.

So, what on earth took so long for Fathers Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Fathers Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Fathers Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Fathers Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Fathers Day in 2018. No doubt, Fathers Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. Residents of Seminole County have several resources available to them while preparing for a storm, riding it out and dealing with the aftermath once it passes. If you live in Seminole County, emergency officials also recommend you stay up to date with the county's Alert Seminole reverse 911 voice system, which notifies residents of any hazards in their neighborhood through landline phones, cellphones and voice-over-internet phones. To receive Seminole County information, enter 012117 when programming your radio. Shelter informationDepending on the severity of the weather and when it's expected to impact your area, some Seminole County shelters will open to welcome residents who need to take shelter. Residents with special needs who may need further sheltering assistance should register with the Seminole County Emergency Management by calling 407-665-5102 or by filling out a special needs registration form.

Your wife has to handle the nursing, if you opt to go that route, and thats a huge job for her. So you can start doing everything ELSE -- diaper changes, spit-up duty, baths, bottles if those are in your rotation, etc. Not only could her milk supply take a hit, but shes going to be seriously hangry, if thats the case. Moms often feel a great responsibility to do EVERYTHING, even months or years after the baby is born. When you chip in and carry your load, dont call it babysitting, or act like youre doing your partner a favor.

Here is when some other countries celebrate Fathers Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mothers Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Fathers Day. GermanyThis country coincides Fathers Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Fathers Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Fathers Day on the second day of November.

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