WUSF | By Douglas Soule The Common Ground Party could be coming to a ballot near you, if Morgan’s effort takes off. Florida attorney John Morgan created the largest personal injury law firm in the United States: Morgan & Morgan. He’s now creating a political third party in the state, and he’s finally revealed the name: […]
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By Marissa J. Lang HARPERS FERRY, W. Va. — The summer of 2026 was going to be a triumphant debut for former National Park Ranger Elizabeth Kerwin. Kerwin, who used to be the exhibit planner at West Virginia’s Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, had spent years building a wall of remembrance to highlight hundreds of
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By ANDREW DAMPF It’s been talked about ever since Serena Williams announced nearly three weeks ago that she was returning to professional tennis after almost four years away from the sport. Still, seeing the single-sentence announcement from The All England Club that the 23-time Grand Slam champion will play singles at Wimbledon was stunning nonetheless. “Serena Williams (USA) receives the final ladies’
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By AAMER MADHANI, JAMEY KEATEN, SEUNG MIN KIM and JOSH BOAK OBBUERGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Vice President JD Vance on Monday said his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a “good foundation for a successful final deal” as they negotiate bringing a permanent end to the war that the U.S. and Israel began in late February. “The final deal
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By The Associated Press LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he is stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party and will leave office within weeks, scarcely two years after being elected in a landslide. Starmer says he will remain caretaker prime minister until a new Labour leader is chosen by
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Ruth Sherlock Vice President JD Vance has delayed his trip to Switzerland to negotiate the terms of a peace agreement with Iran on Friday. It’s unclear exactly why the talks were called off at the last minute, with hundreds of journalists already waiting in the alpine city of Lucerne. But the delay raises questions over
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Sponsored by GMCVB ABFF Community Day Sunday, May 31 Noon– 5 p.m. Black Archives-The Historic Lyric Theater Doors Open at Noon Experience the best of ABFF in Miami, free and open to the public. Enjoy screenings, local vendors, and engaging activations throughout the day. 12:30 p.m. – HBO® Short Film Award Showcase Now in its
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Opening Night Film – Strung Sponsored by Comcast NBCUniversal Wednesday, May 27 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm New World Center – Performance Hall Passholders Only From director Malcolm D. Lee, a talented violinist takes a prestigious job as a music tutor for the gifted daughter of an influential and enigmatic family. As she becomes entangled
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By Lixon Nelson During Mental Health Awareness Month, discussions highlight therapy and access to healthcare. These are essential. Yet for many Miami residents, mental health is shaped by dignity, stability, opportunity, and hope, core needs that demand attention beyond conversation. As a Haitian-American leader, disability advocate, and someone who has faced a learning disability and
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by Jamarah Amani, LM The theme for 2026 Black Maternal Health Week, an annual awareness week founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, is “Rooted in Justice and Joy.” Meanwhile, Miami Dade County’s most recent maternal death stats show Black birthers face a rate of 61.6 per 100,000, compared to 12.6 for white birthers. Rates are
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