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The Tampa Bay Community Mourns the Loss of Dr. L.A. (Luis) Capdevila
Born in Cuba in 1959, Louis came to the United States with his parents and brothers in 1962 on the Freedom Flights, fleeing the oppression that overtook his homeland. From those humble beginnings in West Tampa, where he and his brothers worked as children selling produce on the streets, Louis built a life dedicated to hard work, family, faith, and service to others.
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Key U.S. Agencies Defy Elon Musk’s Cost-Cutting Demands
Angel Ramos - 0
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
Angel Ramos - 0
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
Angel Ramos - 0
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.
Featured News
Governor Andrew Cuomo to Resign in 14 days
Angel Ramos - 2
Tuesday the embattled Governor Andrew Cuomo tore down his walls to take to the press with a statement that in some cases took many by surprise. For most of the mainstream press, the statement came as positive news if you listened to one side, while others still showed support. In the end, Andrew Cuomo stated that in 14 days he will hand over his position to his Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul.
Hillsborough County Property Tax Subsidies for Buccaneers Stadium Top $48 Million Despite Voter Promise of Sales Tax-Only Burden
Angel Ramos - 0
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.
Is China Running into a “Shared Values” Problem?
Angel Ramos - 0
The lack of shared values all surrounds the concept of freedom and individual rights. This is a shared value that most democracies can use to align towards a more peaceful world. The CCP does not share this value, they do not believe that your individual rights usurp the political moral authority the party provides.
How Will the Election Affect the Interest Rates?
Angel Ramos - 1
Interest rates refer to the cost of borrowing money and is described as the Federal Funds Rate + prime rate for borrowing that money. The prime rate is also known as the rate banks charge a borrower with good credit and financial standing. You can also describe this as the index + the margin. Where the index is equal to the Federal Funds Rate and the prime rate is equal to the margin banks charge to lend their money.
Restricting the Presidents’ Nuclear Power After China Says Prepare for WAR?
Angel Ramos - 1
This at a time when the General Secretary, Xi Jinping of the Chinese Communist Party has publicly told their military leaders and soldiers to prepare for war. Why would Nancy Pelosi and the rest of the socialist Democrat party be proposing that the Presidential powers to control the nuclear button and the military’s ability to proactively respond to superpower conflicts be turned over to Congressional oversight or outright stripped away?
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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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