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Charlene Joyce Files for Pasco County State House 54, 2026 Florida Elections
Charlene Joyce, a lifelong Floridian and community advocate guided by her deep faith and dedication to service, has officially entered the race for Florida State House District 54. With a steadfast belief in restoring traditional values and strengthening the voice of Pasco County families, Joyce’s campaign centers on faith, family, and freedom — the enduring principles that define Florida’s identity. Her announcement marks the beginning of a grassroots movement focused on integrity, accountability, and putting people before politics. Shining The Light met with Candidate Charlene Joyce and Campaign Manager Angel Ramos to obtain information regarding the campaign’s vision, priorities, and commitment to the people of District 54.
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Key U.S. Agencies Defy Elon Musk’s Cost-Cutting Demands
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Several key federal agencies, including the FBI, State Department, and Pentagon, have advised employees not to immediately comply with a recent directive from Elon Musk that requires workers to report their weekly accomplishments or risk termination. The request, which aligns with broader efforts by the Trump administration to streamline federal operations, has sparked internal debate and legal scrutiny across various departments.
Geo Political
Former Taliban Commander Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping U.S. Journalist and Killing American Soldiers
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Haji Najibullah, a 49-year-old former Taliban commander, pleaded guilty to charges related to the kidnapping of an American journalist and the deaths of U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan, the U.S. Justice Department announced Friday. Najibullah admitted to taking hostage a U.S. journalist and two Afghan nationals in 2008 and 2009. The captives were forced to hike to Pakistan, where they were filmed making ransom demands and seeking the release of Taliban prisoners. Najibullah also led Taliban fighters in attacks on American and NATO troops between 2007 and 2009, including a deadly ambush that killed three U.S. Army sergeants—Matthew L. Hilton, Joseph A. McKay, and Mark Palmateer—and their Afghan interpreter. Several other soldiers were injured.
Western Enemies Want End to Wars Shortly After President Trump Winning the Election
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President Elect Trump’s victory has begun to create changes across foreign theaters where wars seemed to appear as a constant escalation. In a remarkable statement shortly after Trump’s historic victory, participants against Israel and the ongoing wars in the Middle East have begun to announce the final cessation to their actions against commercial maritime shipping and attacks against Israel.
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Opinion/Podcasters
The Battle Over Deporting Criminal Illegal Immigrants
In the latest flashpoint in America’s ongoing immigration debate, the deportation of criminal illegal immigrants has once again ignited fierce arguments on both sides of the political divide. While some decry the process as lacking Constitutional due process, others insist that justice demands the swift removal of violent offenders who were never lawfully entitled to remain in the country in the first place. Recent enforcement actions, particularly under the renewed directives from President Donald Trump, have led to a surge in deportations of individuals tied to notorious Central and South American gangs and criminal syndicates.
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Business
Key U.S. Agencies Defy Elon Musk’s Cost-Cutting Demands
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Several key federal agencies, including the FBI, State Department, and Pentagon, have advised employees not to immediately comply with a recent directive from Elon Musk that requires workers to report their weekly accomplishments or risk termination. The request, which aligns with broader efforts by the Trump administration to streamline federal operations, has sparked internal debate and legal scrutiny across various departments.
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Why Salary Doesn’t Matter
I’ve heard many people say that they could never move to the South because of low wages. While it is true that wages are lower in some states, the fact of the matter is that you can live a better lifestyle with those lower wages.
The United States and United Kingdom Target Iranian Transnational Assassination Network
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the United Kingdom jointly announced on January 29, 2024, a comprehensive and coordinated effort to confront a network responsible for orchestrating transnational acts of repression. This network, led by Iranian narcotics trafficker Naji Ibrahim Sharifi-Zindashti, operated at the behest of Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), targeting Iranian dissidents and opposition activists globally.
Where’s the Future of Crypto?
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The gold rush towards cryptocurrencies has increased exponentially since the beginning of the pandemic and the trends for this decentralized system only seem to continue to grow. Over the last year and a half, Bitcoin (BTC) has increased 640%, bringing it from $7,351.52 per coin on January 3rd, 2020, to where it stands today at $48,720 give or take a few at 2pm in the afternoon of May 13th.
Will the New York Law Proposed by State Assembly N. Nick Perry Usher in A Form of Authoritarianism?
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In 2019 a laptop belonging to then Vice President's son Hunter Biden, was dropped off at a repair shop. Inside this computer, is alleged to contain many provocative and incriminating photos, emails and additional files. However, what really took the headline news were the released emails by the New York Post, showing that then VP Biden and his son Hunter Biden did in fact communicate about foreign business dealings and transactions that are illegal and criminal in nature.
Hillsborough County Property Tax Subsidies for Buccaneers Stadium Top $48 Million Despite Voter Promise of Sales Tax-Only Burden
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A growing concern among Hillsborough County taxpayers is shedding light on a funding structure surrounding the Raymond James Stadium, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Contrary to what was sold to the public during the 1996 sales tax referendum, recent disclosures reveal that property taxes, not just sales tax revenues, have been subsidizing stadium operations for decades.
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Lifestyle
The link between increasing wages through productivity has been a subject of debate among economists, especially in western Nations. Millennials, or people born between the early 1980s and the mid-1990s, have faced a number of financial challenges in today's economic environment. From student loan debts to the high cost of living, stagnant wages, lack of job security, and economic downturns.
The Green Adventure Festival aims to be the top vegan and vegetarian fest in the industry, with can’t miss entertainment. “While the journey has been a long one”, stated the Managing Partner, Sergio Sierra, “What we see coming down the pipeline is going to be great and provide lots of fun and entertainment for our guests and their families. As the one in charge of production & stage tech, I see the first annual fest as one that will propel this industry forward, into the mainstream market.
Dual income is something that should not be underestimated. When getting into a relationship, it is more than just companionship and butterflies in your stomach. Don't partner up with, date or marry a lazy mooch. You will never get anywhere. However, teamwork can really improve your lot in life, if your partner has the same mindset.
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