Sunday, January 17, 2016

2 dead, several injured after tornadoes in Florida and other top stories.

  • 2 dead, several injured after tornadoes in Florida

    2 dead, several injured after tornadoes in Florida
    Severe weather sparked a pair of tornadoes that ripped through central Florida before dawn Sunday, officials said. A couple was killed and their son and four grandchildren were injured when one of the twisters destroyed their mobile home."I'm amazed to see anybody got out of this alive," said Manatee County Sheriff Brad Steube during a news conference. Steube said that the victims of the tornado in Duette were asleep in their mobile home when the tornado struck. Steven Wilson, 58, was killed im..
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  • SpaceX Falcon 9 deploys Jason-3 satellite into orbit

    SpaceX Falcon 9 deploys Jason-3 satellite into orbit
    Breaking through a dense fog a SpaceX rocket carried the Jason-3 satellite into low-Earth orbit on Sunday, but the Falcon 9's first-stage is not upright on the ocean barge after a return landing attempt.Lifting off with 1.3 million pounds of thrust, the Falcon 9 launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California at 10:42 a.m. PST/1:42 p.m. EST. The first and second stage of the rocket separated over Africa, sending the second stage powered by a Merlin vacuum engine to deliver the Jason-3 int..
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  • UCF seeks better way to measure local economic success

    UCF seeks better way to measure local economic success
    Faced with a growing level of poverty in Orlando even as the unemployment rate drops to eight-year lows, University of Central Florida's economists are tackling new ways to measure local economic success."The typical metrics don't work anymore," said economist Sean Snaith. "We are just starting to formulate the right methods, but they will include a look at underemployment and other factors." Orlando's heavy dependence on tourism means the region suffers more dramatically when consumer spending..
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  • Strong storms rip through Central Fla.

    Strong storms rip through Central Fla.
    ORLANDO, Fla. - Severe weather warnings were issued in Central Florida early Sunday as strong storms trekked across the state.[WEATHER:| Radar | Pinpoint Weather Zones | Download free apps]A tornado watch was issued early Sunday for most counties in Central Florida, but no major damage was reported. A watch means weather conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop.Weather spotters in Sarasota County said a tornado touched down there and caused damage. Video from the scene showed at least ..
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  • Orlando City preseason preview: Return of healthy Kevin Molino ...

    Orlando City preseason preview: Return of healthy Kevin Molino ...
    Orlando City's inaugural season was, in many ways, quite typically MLS.The Lions had highs and lows during the course of 2015, their year defined by stretches of ups and downs: A spring unbeaten streak, a dismal summer losing skid and then a five-game win surge that nearly resulted in a playoff berth. It is an oscillating pattern seen around the league almost every year. As it prepares for its second season, Orlando City hopes that pattern lingers on the peaks more than the valleys. The Lions w..
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  • Thousands of Jews to Experience the Magic at Chabad of Orlando

    Thousands of Jews to Experience the Magic at Chabad of Orlando
    [COMMUNICATED CONTENT] Boys and girls in bright uniforms are beating their instruments to the chords of a classic Jewish song in music class, as Israeli tourists making Shabbat reservations join their singing from behind a glass door. Their harmonious rendition of “Hinei Mah Tov” coincides with the ending melodies of the morning prayers being chanted by tourists from Monsey and Lakewood, as they exit the synagogue and make their way to the nearby theme parks. Welcome to Chabad of South Orlando,..
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  • Selena Gomez Calls Orlando Bloom By Cute Nickname: Is Selena ...

    Selena Gomez Calls Orlando Bloom By Cute Nickname: Is Selena ...
    Selena Gomez is one of Hollywood’s most eligible bachelorettes, so every time she’s spotted with a sexy single guy, dating rumors are going to fly. Most recently, Selena has been linked to actor Orlando Bloom, singer Charlie Puth, and sales exec Samuel Krost. But is she actually hooking up with any of the potential love matches on this list? According to E! News, 23-year-old Selena Gomez dropped a big hint about just how close she and 39-year-old Orlando Bloom are when she revealed the cutesy n..
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  • Orlando Confirms Bid To Host WWE WrestleMania 33

    Orlando Confirms Bid To Host WWE WrestleMania 33
    Orlando Confirms Bid To Host WWE WrestleMania 33 Florida looking increasingly likely for next year. WWE.COM An official Orlando bid to host WWE WrestleMania 33 has been made. Confirming the bid, Heather Fagan – deputy chief of staff for Mayor Buddy Dyer – spoke to the Orlando Sentinel to reveal that the city are awaiting to hear back from WWE as to whether they have been successful: “We have not received any notification and are waiting to hear just like other cities.” PWInsi..
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  • Five reasons to go to Orlando's theme parks

    Five reasons to go to Orlando's theme parks
    There’s a reason Orlando’s theme parks are so popular: they’re fun! They’re where kids can go wild and adults can feel like kids again. Between Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld there’s pretty much something for everyone, all in the lush Florida heat. Here are five reasons why Orlando’s theme parks are well worth a ride.                 1. They’re thrilling for all ages   Whatever gets your heart racing – freefalling 13 storeys, flipping through multiple loops, gently floating pa..
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  • Orlando Magic to sign Keith Appling

    Orlando Magic to sign Keith Appling
    The Orlando Magic have called up some point guard help, signing Keith Appling to a 10-day contract according to a Yahoo! Sports report.
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OPD: 17-year-old driving stolen vehicle shot by cop during traffic stop .Apple to shut down iAd App Network on June 30 .
Severe storms knock out power, cause slick roads across Central ... .Magic lose to Raptors 106-103 in OT in London .

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