Category: Florida

California Rejects Bid for More Frequent SpaceX Launches

A commission denied a request to increase the number of rocket launches on the state’s central coast, citing environmental concerns.
Hurricane Milton, Inflation and the Economy

The superstorm is expected to inflict costly and lasting damage in Florida, as the Federal Reserve is already keeping an eye on upcoming inflation data.
U.S. Races to Replace IV Fluid Supplies After Hurricane Helene

Officials are looking to foreign sources to ease shortages of IV bags caused by Hurricane Helene as hospitals begin rationing fluids to protect the sickest patients.
Small Business Administration Will Soon Exhaust Disaster Loan Funds

The agency has less than $100 million for new loans, according to officials, while Hurricane Milton is headed toward Florida and after Hurricane Helene devastated much of the Southeast.
Hurricanes and Wildfires Are Taxing Utilities. Can A.I. Help?

From hurricanes to wildfires, a new generation of technologies could help utilities better plan for the risk of extreme weather to their electric grid.
Greed, Gluttony and the Crackup of Red Lobster

How missed opportunities, a $1.5 billion real estate deal, all-you-can-eat shrimp and the global pandemic sank the country’s largest seafood chain.
Inside Disney’s Succession Struggle and Bob Iger’s Return to Power

The inside story of how Bob Iger undermined and outmaneuvered Bob Chapek, his chosen successor, and returned to power at Disney.
5 More People Die From Listeria Linked to Boar’s Head Meats, C.D.C. Says

The nationwide outbreak that started in May has been connected to eight deaths. The C.D.C. is advising people not to eat any recalled products.
Florida Removes L.G.B.T.Q. Travel Advice From Official Website

The state’s travel website recently removed pages dedicated to L.G.B.T.Q. travel. Some Floridians aren’t happy about it.
Why Schools Are Racing to Ban Student Phones

As the new school year starts, a wave of new laws that aim to curb distracted learning is taking effect in Indiana, Louisiana and other states.
Trump’s Lawsuit Against ABC and Stephanopoulos Can Move Forward

The litigation stems from a March 10 interview in which George Stephanopoulos, the network’s star anchor, referred to a civil case brought against Mr. Trump by E. Jean Carroll.
For July 4, Here Are 6 Beach Destinations to Enjoy the Sun and Surf

From Hawaii to Rhode Island, here are some of our favorite shores on which to enjoy some hard-earned R & R this Independence Day holiday.