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SpaceX launch today: Starlink Group 10-42
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Crooked Can Brewing Company has a Minneola location listed as coming soon at 1600 Crooked Can Loop.
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BBC Ruth Ellis, last woman to be hanged in UK, gets conditional posthumous pardon BBC Conditional pardon granted for Ruth Ellis, last woman executed in UK FOX NEWS Apple AI security update proves hackers move fast VILLAGES-NEWS Democrats’ desire for power got them in bed with disastrous candidate BBC Trump says ceasefire is 'over' after US and Iran trade strikes LIVESCIENCE Secretive Chinese probe snaps first photo of Earth's mysterious 'quasi-moon' — and it may pose a big problem FOX NEWS Danny McBride says ditching LA was the best move for his career and family BBC Online marketplaces still selling dozens of unsafe baby products, Which? finds LEESBURG DAILY Woman allegedly caught stealing groceries and hygiene products at Walmart VILLAGES-NEWS Woman charged with making illicit recording while driving to Waffle House FOX NEWS Christian Pulisic's 'rest' comment after World Cup exit draws strong reactions from USA soccer legends BBC Ruth Ellis, last woman to be hanged in UK, gets conditional posthumous pardon BBC Conditional pardon granted for Ruth Ellis, last woman executed in UK FOX NEWS Apple AI security update proves hackers move fast VILLAGES-NEWS Democrats’ desire for power got them in bed with disastrous candidate BBC Trump says ceasefire is 'over' after US and Iran trade strikes LIVESCIENCE Secretive Chinese probe snaps first photo of Earth's mysterious 'quasi-moon' — and it may pose a big problem FOX NEWS Danny McBride says ditching LA was the best move for his career and family BBC Online marketplaces still selling dozens of unsafe baby products, Which? finds LEESBURG DAILY Woman allegedly caught stealing groceries and hygiene products at Walmart VILLAGES-NEWS Woman charged with making illicit recording while driving to Waffle House FOX NEWS Christian Pulisic's 'rest' comment after World Cup exit draws strong reactions from USA soccer legends
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Democrats’ desire for power got them in bed with disastrous candidate
A Villager contends that the Democrats’ desire for power got them in bed with a disastrous candidate. Read more: Democrats’ desire for power got them in bed with disastrous candidate
Woman allegedly caught stealing groceries and hygiene products at Walmart
A Leesburg woman will appear in court aftetr allegedly stealing $125 merchandise from Walmart. Read more: Woman allegedly caught stealing groceries and hygiene products at Walmart
Woman charged with making illicit recording while driving to Waffle House
A trip to Waffle House to dish about a robbery ended in a felony charge for a Bushnell woman who decided to play amateur detective on Interstate 75. Read more:...
GOP leaders join growing bipartisan opposition to ending TPS for Haitians
In a Guest Editorial, the Fair Immigration Reform Movement applauds GOP leaders who are joining a growing bipartisan opposition to ending TPS for Haitians. Read more: GOP leaders join growing...
FHP trooper tasers suspect who refused to release female passenger from moving vehicle
A Florida Highway Patrol trooper tasered a suspect who refused to release a female passenger from a moving vehicle. Read more: FHP trooper tasers suspect who refused to release female...
Top Stories
Ruth Ellis, last woman to be hanged in UK, gets conditional posthumous pardon
Ruth Ellis was hanged at London's Holloway Prison in 1955 after being convicted of murdering her lover David Blakely.
Apple AI security update proves hackers move fast
Apple accelerated iOS 26.5.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 security fixes because AI tools can help attackers reverse-engineer patches faster than ever before.
Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis reveals he wasn't reading defenses for majority of 2025 season
Julian Lewis says Colorado wasn't really looking at defenses last year, calling it "high school free-balling" under Deion Sanders' staff.
Karmelo Anthony blasts judge in new filing over handling of murder trial
Karmelo Anthony's new legal team accuses Judge John Roach of bias and argues courtroom restrictions violated his constitutional right to a public trial.
Farage denies resignation is publicity stunt as Reform proposes August by-election date
The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.
World
Trump says ceasefire is 'over' after US and Iran trade strikes
Speaking ahead of a Nato summit, the president says US negotiators can keep talking with the Iranians "if they want".
Bowen: For all his bluster, Trump has no better option than talks with Iran
The negotiating process is fragile and recent US strikes show how hard it will be to reach agreement, writes BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen.
Teenager arrested after two girls, 13, seriously injured in German school attack
Police said a major operation was under way in the area of Welfen-Gymnasium secondary school in Schongau, Bavaria.
Khamenei's coffin carried through Shia shrines as ceremonies held in Iraq
The remains of Iran's late supreme leader are transported to Najaf and Karbala, as funeral ceremonies continue for a fifth day.
German doctor jailed for murder of 15 patients and suspected of more
The German palliative care doctor has been sentenced to life imprisonment for killing 15 of his patients.
Politics
Conditional pardon granted for Ruth Ellis, last woman executed in UK
Ruth Ellis was hanged at London's Holloway Prison in 1955 after being convicted of murdering her lover David Blakely.
Farage denies resignation is publicity stunt as Reform proposes August by-election date
The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.
Top Dem admits Trump ‘wisely’ made critical demand to NATO allies: ‘Love and hate relationship’
Dick Durbin said Trump "wisely" pushed NATO allies to spend more on defense, calling it "not an unreasonable ask" during the summit in Turkey.
Leftist California group pushes to add 'Black English' to schools' multilingual education program
BlackECE wants AAVE added to a California dual language learners program, arguing Black English is a legitimate language deserving school resources.
Questions build for DUP over further Donaldson allegations
Last month, Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse against two women when they were children.
Tech & AI
Apple AI security update proves hackers move fast
Apple accelerated iOS 26.5.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 security fixes because AI tools can help attackers reverse-engineer patches faster than ever before.
These AI startups are growing revenue at faster and faster rates
There are a lot of fast-growing AI startups, but some are growing even faster, they say.
Solo GP Ashley Smith announces second $25M fund to back startups in AI, security and more
Vermilion Cliffs Ventures announced Wednesday the close of a $25 million Fund II.
Apple to produce Made in America wireless chips with Broadcom
Apple has signed a $30 billion+ multiyear deal with Broadcom to design and produce more than 15 billion U.S.-made custom wireless connectivity chips for Apple products.
Venus Aerospace raises $90M Series B to build a new kind of rocket engine
Build a new kind of rocket engine and the world will beat a path to your door.
Science
Secretive Chinese probe snaps first photo of Earth's mysterious 'quasi-moon' — and it may pose a big problem
China's Tianwen-2 spacecraft has captured the first close-up photo of one of Earth's "quasi-moons," Kamo'oalewa. However, the image and the timing of its release suggest that it may be harder...
'Extreme' marine heatwave expected for parts of UK
Scientists fear that high sea temperatures could have wide-ranging consequences for marine life.
'Extreme' marine heatwave expected for parts of UK
Scientists fear that high sea temperatures could have wide-ranging consequences for marine life.
Jackdaw owner says gas field will 'not materially influence' climate change
The new assessment was required by the industry regulator, after it found several areas had not been adequately addressed in a previous submission.
Jackdaw owner says gas field will 'not materially influence' climate change
The new assessment was required by the industry regulator, after it found several areas had not been adequately addressed in a previous submission.
Sports
Christian Pulisic's 'rest' comment after World Cup exit draws strong reactions from USA soccer legends
Tim Howard offered cryptic advice about Christian Pulisic on his podcast after the AC Milan star made a controversial post-match comment.
15-year-old exits Wimbledon junior draw after racket-throwing incident ends first-round match
A 15-year-old German competitor threw her racket into the Wimbledon stands during a women's junior singles match, triggering immediate disqualification.
Croatia Coach Zlatko Dalić Steps Down After World Cup Exit
Zlatko Dalić is out as Croatia’s coach after a spell that included leading the team to two consecutive top-three finishes at World Cups.
Are There Any World Cup Games Today? Quarterfinal Schedule France, Argentina, More
No World Cup matches today. See the full quarterfinal schedule for France vs. Morocco and more, airing on FOX and FS1 starting Thursday.
WWE legend highlights 'freaking deep' talent across pro wrestling
John Bradshaw Layfield names Mike Bailey, Josh Alexander and Will Allday among the must-watch talents across the pro wrestling landscape
Entertainment
Danny McBride says ditching LA was the best move for his career and family
Danny McBride reveals the strategic reason he moved his family to Charleston, South Carolina, and how limiting social media shapes his kids' lives.
TV licence fee is 'yesterday's model', new BBC director general says
Matt Brittin gives his views on the corporation's future, six weeks after taking over the BBC.
Christopher Nolan faces growing backlash over 'Odyssey' casting, historical accuracy as screenings canceled
Christopher Nolan faces backlash over casting Lupita Nyong'o and Elliot Page in "The Odyssey," along with historical inaccuracies and modern dialogue.
Kate Middleton refuses to pull Prince William back into Prince Harry's 'circus': expert
Royal experts dispute claims that Kate Middleton is pushing Prince William to meet Prince Harry, saying she is now fully "done" brokering peace.
Newlyweds celebrate with thousands of Pitbull fans
Kym and Tyler got married in Warrington before dashing to see the final day of the Lytham Festival.
Business
Online marketplaces still selling dozens of unsafe baby products, Which? finds
Pillows, sleeping bags and feeders subject to safety notices were found on sites including Amazon and TikTok.
How to find lost bank accounts
How to find lost bank accounts
Severn Trent avoids fine for wastewater failures
The water firm took "genuine accountability" after breaching wastewater obligations, Ofwat says.
Jackdaw owner says gas field will 'not materially influence' climate change
The new assessment was required by the industry regulator, after it found several areas had not been adequately addressed in a previous submission.
Outcry as Meta lets users make AI images from public Instagram profile pics
The tech giant said people can opt out - but privacy campaigners called it a "recipe for disaster".
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9:00 AM
America 250 Series: Brown Bag Hamilton
📍 Gloria Rowe Hayward Public Library
ST
11:00 AM
Story Time
📍 Bushnell Library
6:00 PM
Gravity Parade
📍 Brownwood Paddock Square
6:00 PM
Gilly & the Girl Trio
📍 Lake Sumter Landing
6:00 PM
AndrewLuv and the Franchise Players Band
📍 Sawgrass Grove
6:00 PM
Fancy Reagan
📍 Eastport
6:00 PM
Studio 77
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TN
7:00 PM
Trivia Night
📍 Fenway Bar & Grill
Thursday, July 9
ST
10:00 AM
Story Time
📍 Pinellas Plaza Library
TT
11:00 AM
Tony the Balloon Guy
📍 Belvedere Library
12:00 PM
The Alan Ross Karaoke Roadshow
📍 Sawgrass Grove
FG
2:00 PM
Family Game Time
📍 Pinellas Plaza Library
6:00 PM
Scooter The DJ
📍 Brownwood Paddock Square
6:00 PM
MPIRE
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6:00 PM
The Dave Capp Project
📍 Sawgrass Grove
6:00 PM
Rocky and The Rollers
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LA
6:30 PM
Live Acoustic
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PT
7:00 PM
Poker Tournament Night
📍 Oxford Downs Poker Room
Friday, July 10
ST
10:00 AM
Story Time
📍 Belvedere Library
AP
11:00 AM
Aladdin Puppet Show
📍 Bushnell Library
SM
1:00 PM
Summer Movie – Lyle, Lyle Crocodile
📍 Belvedere Library
FT
2:00 PM
Florida Treasures
📍 E.C. Rowell Library
WT
5:00 PM
Wine Tasting Friday
📍 Two Old Hags Wine Shop
6:00 PM
The Brothers Jukebox
📍 Brownwood Paddock Square
6:00 PM
Slickwood
📍 Lake Sumter Landing
6:00 PM
Uncle Bob’s Rock Shop
📍 Sawgrass Grove
6:00 PM
CLUB CTRL Feat. DJ Lu-S
📍 Eastport
6:00 PM
Bandemic
📍 Spanish Springs
LM
7:00 PM
Live Music Friday Night
📍 Magnolia Bar & Grill
LM
8:00 PM
Live Music
📍 Fenway Bar & Grill
Saturday, July 11
OO
11:00 AM
Out of my Hands Juggling
📍 E.C. Rowell Library
6:00 PM
Zee-R Band
📍 Brownwood Paddock Square
CC
6:00 PM
CLUB CTRL Feat. DJ Lu-SUpdated
📍 Lake Sumter Landing
6:00 PM
Clark Barrios Band
📍 Eastport
6:00 PM
The Edge Of Rock
📍 Spanish Springs
LM
8:00 PM
Live Music
📍 Fenway Bar & Grill
SN
8:00 PM
Saturday Night Live Music
📍 Magnolia Bar & Grill
Sunday, July 12
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