Latest coronavirus prompts global warning by WHO
The latest conronavirus has prompted a warning by the World Health Organization calling it a "global emergency." There is now the first human-to-human transfer of the virus in the United State.
Earthquakes rock Caribbean
UCF Geology Professor Joseph Donoghue said the recent earthquakes in the Caribbean and the quakes in Puerto Rico over the last month are near a "left-lateral" strike slip fault, which means the North American and Caribbean plates meet slide against each other.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake hits between Cuba and Jamaica
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck in the Caribbean Sea between Jamaica and eastern Cuba on Tuesday. Witnesses reported strong shaking but there was no immediate word of casualties or heavy damage.
3 American firefighters killed in plane crash while battling Australian wildfires
Three American firefighters died in a water tanker plane crash Thursday while battling wildfires in Australia, New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian confirmed.
Enhanced screenings underway at airports for mysterious virus
A mysterious virus discovered in China has killed at least 17 people. At least one man in Seattle is being treated for the virus as the CDC begins screening at additional airports.
Central Florida man will fly water purifiers to earthquake-stricken Puerto Rico
The Central Florida man will bring water purification systems to Puerto Rico as they struggle to recover from earthquakes and aftershocks.
Dogs evacuated after Puerto Rico earthquakes searching for new homes in Central Florida
Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando took in 28 dogs over the weekend and are currently treating and caring for them while they wait to be adopted
US general: Iran missiles 'intended' to kill
Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, says he believes Iran's missile strikes on two Iraqi bases were intended to kill Americans. Milley and Defense Secretary Mark Esper told reporters that 11 ballistic missiles that landed at al-Asad air base in western Iraq inflicted moderate damage, such as destroying or damaging tents and a helicopter, but no Americans were killed or injured.
President Trump says deadly airstrike killing Soleimani saved lives
As the crowds mourned Revolutionary Guard Gen. Qassem Soleimani, more angry calls rose from Iran to avenge his death, drastically raising tensions in the Middle East.
OneBlood asks for donations, sending blood to Puerto Rico following devastating earthquakes
The local not-for-profit also asked that all those who are eligible donate blood, as they want to ensure a ready blood supply on the island.
US kills Iran's most powerful general in Baghdad strike
The United States killed Iran's top general and the architect of Tehran's proxy wars in the Middle East in an airstrike at Baghdad's international airport Friday, an attack that threatens to dramatically ratchet up tensions in the region.
Own a portion of a French castle for just $55
If you dreamed of owning a castle, now you can in France for just 50 euros, which is about $55.
Dream job alert: Queen Elizabeth II looking for Head of Digital Engagement
Here's a job opportunity for people who would like to get close to royalty: Queen Elizabeth II is hiring a person to help maintain her web presence.
More than 80 percent of kids around the world are not physically active enough, research finds
Research conducted by the World Health Organization found that more than 80 percent of the kids around the world are not physically active enough.
Rep. Eskamani warned of possible ‘government-backed attack’ to email account
The State Representative received 3 email alerts from Google Thursday alerting her of possible government-backed attacks to her campaign account.
Yelling at dogs leaves them scared for the long-term, study reveals
A heartbreaking new study finds that screaming at dogs scares them for the long-term.
New strain of HIV detected for the first time in 19 years
A team of scientists discovered a new strain of HIV for the first time in 19 years and published the findings Wednesday.
Florida bar with nearly $15,000 stuck to walls donates money for hurricane victims in Bahamas
Staff members at a Florida bar have taken nearly $15,000 in bills from the walls to help victims of Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas.
Global Climate Change strike
Around the world, millions are protesting climate change, with marches in just about every major city. Hundreds gathered in Orlando, Florida to participate, calling for immediate policy changes to address global climate change.
David Does It: World Wake Association
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