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Investors react to ceasefire between Iran and Israel
(Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that a "complete and total" ceasefire between Israel and Iran will go into force with a view to ending the conflict between the two nations. "On the assumption that everything works as it...

Instant View: Investors react after Trump announced ceasefire between Iran and Israel
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that a "complete and total" ceasefire between Israel and Iran will go into force with a view to ending the conflict between the two nations. "On the assumption that everything works as it should, which it...

210 H-1B petitions filed by Construction employers classified under the Construction industry in Florida in 2024
Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/ Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS |...

The Florida phone network behind Trump Mobile’s ‘Made in America’ ambitions
The Trump Organization’s bid to enter the smartphone industry with a ‘Made in America’ device and mobile plan has seen it partner with a small network registered at a luxury apartment in the beachfront Trump Tower Miami. The business led by the US...

2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Finance and Insurance industry across Okeechobee Times publication area
Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2bJennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and...

2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Finance and Insurance industry across Sarasota Review publication area
Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/ Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS |...

Diagnosis for 6.23.25: Checking the pulse of Florida health care news and policy
Welcome back to Diagnosis, a vertical that focuses on the crossroads of health care policy and politics. ___ — Sticker shock — The financial toll of opioid use disorder in the U.S. reaches an estimated $934 billion per year, according to a report...
Alligator and Crocodile Clash in Rare South Florida Fight
A closeup of an American alligator on the bank with blurred background© Wirestock Creators/Shutterstock.comThere is only one place where both American crocodiles and American alligators are found, and that is South Florida. But, as you can see in...

AAA: Florida gas prices are 16 cents more than last week
News from AAA TAMPA, Fla., (June 23, 2025) — Florida gas prices jumped 20 cents per gallon early last week before retreating slightly over the weekend. The state average fell to $2.95 per gallon on Wednesday—its lowest level since May 10—then...

Gov. DeSantis signs bills offering condo owners financial relief and management reforms
CLEARWATER, Fla. (CBS12) — In a long-awaited move, Governor Ron DeSantis signed two bills on Monday morning aimed at regulating condominiums and providing financial relief for condo owners. “There are a lot of condo owners who are finding it...
Florida’s Soaring Living Costs Cause Young Adults To Live With Parents
FLORIDA - A rising number of young adults across South Florida are staying in their family homes well into their late twenties and early thirties as housing costs continue to climb beyond reach. New findings from the Pew Research Center reveal...

DeLand investors buy museum building
A local investment group led by DeLand businessmen Tyler Spore and Solomon Greene has acquired the Museum of Art – DeLand building at 600 N. Woodland Blvd. The purpose of the $2 million purchase, they said, is to help the museum consolidate...
Florida claims top spot in US for ease of investment: Nikkei-FT ranking
HOUSTON, Texas -- The city of Tampa in the state of Florida rose to become the best place for foreign companies to invest in the U.S., according to a new ranking by Nikkei and the Financial Times published Monday. The city claimed the top spot...

Several Florida homeowners insurance companies to lower premiums in 2025
Insurance Made EZ LLC has announced that several Florida homeowners insurance companies will lower their premiums in 2025, with more expected to file for additional rate reductions. The announcement was made on LinkedIn. According to the Florida...

2 Florida men charged in $100 million fraud scheme that targeted special needs victims: US Attorney
TAMPA, Fla — 2 Florida men have been charged with stealing over $100 million from victims with special needs. The United States Attorney with the Middle District of Florida said they have filed federal charges against Leo Govoni, 67, of...

Floridians to get some financial relief after Gov. DeSantis signs condo bill into law
Governor Ron DeSantis signed a condo relief bill into law Monday, stating that "this will be meaningful for folks." At a news conference in Clearwater, Gov. DeSantis signed House Bill 913, explaining that legislation enacted after the Surfside...

NYC's Mayoral Race Goes Full Jihadi: DeSantis Braces for Blue-State Refugees to Flood Florida
With the news a terrorist supporter is now leading the race for New York City Mayor, Ron DeSantis is expecting the great migration from New York may pick up steam. Shocking poll shows Mamdani overtaking Cuomo in NYC’s ranked choice primary...

Florida Lottery warns of dangerous scam calls demanding money for fake winnings
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Lottery warns people about a rise in scam calls pretending they’ve won big prizes. These scammers ask for upfront payments or personal details like Social Security numbers or bank information. Lottery officials say...

STUDY: Florida in the top five states impacted by auto-tariffs in the U.S.
The study says insurers generally have to submit requests to state regulators and explain how they're spending more money on claims before they raise rates. TAMPA, Fla. — Florida residents could see a bigger price tag looking for a new vehicle as...

CMS targets fraudulent health insurance enrollments in new rule for ACA exchanges
A new federal rule targets improper enrollments in health insurance plans of the exchanges created by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), according to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Meanwhile, Health and Human Services...