<p>Researchers are fitting location-tracking collars on species like raccoons and opossums that the predatory snakes prey on in order to more effectively locate, trap, and eradicate invasive Burmese pythons in Florida's Everglades, as reported by the Guardian.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Burmese python populations have increased recently in south Florida as a result of many snake owners releasing their pets into the wild as they become too large&nbsp;to manage.</p>

<p>The small animal population takes the brunt of the huge snake's appetite because those pythons in particular may grow up to&nbsp;20 feet or longer.</p>

<p>Researchers at Southern Illinois University, Crocodile Lake, and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences did not plan on capturing the pythons in Florida when they filed their initial funding proposals.</p>

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<p>The purpose of the study was to investigate, using GPS collars, how additional food sources, such as abandoned garbage dumps and feeding stations for feral cats, may affect the movement and behaviour&nbsp;of small and medium-sized mammals.</p>

<p>But in September 2022, they noticed unusual behavior coming from a possum's GPS collar, and they later discovered that a 112-foot 62-pound Burmese python had devoured the possum.&nbsp;The researchers used the signal from the collar to successfully catch the snake, which was underground.</p>

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<p>“We always knew it was a possibility and that it had the potential to be flashy and scale up as a means of python removal from the environment,” said Michael Cove, a research curator at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences who spoke to the Guardian.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A few months after their initial capture, the crew successfully captured a 77-pound female python that had preyed on a raccoon The snake was eventually euthanised.&nbsp; And yet, obstacles encountered along the route have helped researchers identify improvements to make to their future plans to broaden the capture technique.</p>

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Researchers are fitting location-tracking collars on species like raccoons and opossums that the predatory snakes prey on in order to more effectively locate, trap, and eradicate invasive Burmese pythons in Florida's Everglades, as reported by the Guardian.

Researchers are fitting location-tracking collars on species like raccoons and opossums that the predatory snakes prey on in order to more effectively locate, trap, and eradicate invasive Burmese pythons in Florida's Everglades, as reported by the Guardian. Burmese python populations have increased recently in south Florida as a result of many snake owners releasing their pets into the wild as they become too large to manage. The small animal population takes the brunt of the huge snake's appetite because those pythons in particular may grow up to 20 feet or longer. Researchers at Southern Illinois University, Crocodile Lake, and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences did not plan on capturing the pythons in Florida when they filed their initial funding proposals. ALSO READ | What was once thought to be a textile tool may be a 2,000-year-old Roman 'sex toy' The purpose of the study was to investigate, using GPS collars, how additional food sources, such as abandoned garbage dumps and feeding stations for feral cats, may affect the movement and behaviour of small and medium-sized mammals. But in September 2022, they noticed unusual behavior coming from a possum's GPS collar, and they later discovered that a 112-foot 62-pound Burmese python had devoured the possum. The researchers used the signal from the collar to successfully catch the snake, which was underground. ALSO READ | Duesseldorf patient cured of HIV; third person in four decades to recover from the disease “We always knew it was a possibility and that it had the potential to be flashy and scale up as a means of python removal from the environment,” said Michael Cove, a research curator at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences who spoke to the Guardian. A few months after their initial capture, the crew successfully captured a 77-pound female python that had preyed on a raccoon The snake was eventually euthanised. And yet, obstacles encountered along the route have helped researchers identify improvements to make to their future plans to broaden the capture technique. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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A massive fire broke out at a nursery in central Florida, burning thousands of plastic pots that sent flames and plumes of thick, black smoke into the air. The fire broke out about 2 a.m. at Nursery Supplies Inc. in Kissimmee, which is just south of Orlando in central Florida, authorities told news outlets.

Massive fire at Florida Plant Nursery sends flames, smoke into sky

A video of a young fitness trainer in Florida fending off her attacker inside a gym is now going viral. In the video, the woman who is also a social media influencer can be seen fighting off her attacker as he tries to chase and molest her.

U.S: Fitness trainer molested inside a gym in Florida

For many animals returning to the depths of oceans is like a sweet homecoming. @mohammed11saleh tells you how two green turtles were released back into the wild in the united states of America's Florida.

The tale of survival of port & starboard

<p>Joe Biden, the president of the United States, pledged on Thursday to maintain social and health insurance benefits for elderly and low-income Americans while stating that he would be a "nightmare" for Republicans seeking to take them away.&nbsp;“I know that a lot of Republicans, their dream is to cut Social Security and Medicare," Biden said on a visit to Florida, a state with a high percentage of uninsured citizens&nbsp;and a bastion of the Republican party.</p>

<p>“Well, let me say this: if that’s your dream, I’m your nightmare," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Biden seemed to be speaking with the 2024 presidential race in mind, despite the fact that he has not yet made an official declaration of his candidature, reported AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The speech was based on Biden's State of the Union address on Tuesday, in which he criticised Republicans for wanting to reduce social spending in order to reduce the nation's enormous debt.</p>

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<p>Many Republican lawmakers began aggressively jeering at the president as a result, with one of them calling him a "liar."</p>

<p>Republicans in the crowd shouted that they had no plans to eliminate the benefits, but on Thursday, Biden expressed scepticism about such claims, saying, "I'll believe it when I see it."</p>

<p>Medicare is a government health insurance programme for adults 65 and older and for people with certain impairments that covers around 18 per cent of Americans.</p>

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<p>Medical expenses for low-income Americans of all ages are covered by Medicaid, a distinct programme that is run and partially funded by the states.</p>

<p>Speaking in a state with a large elderly population and 5.5 million Medicaid recipients who are low-income, Biden criticised Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for opposing Medicaid expansion.</p>

<p>“Florida's Medicaid eligibility would increase by nearly 1.1 million (more) if Governor DeSantis just stated, 'I agree to expand'.&nbsp;Politics is the sole reason Medicaid expansion hasn't taken place in our country,” Biden said.</p>

<p>In order to win over voters, Biden, who claims he hasn't made up his mind about seeking re-election next year, is heavily relying on expanding social programmes.</p>

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Joe Biden, the president of the United States, pledged on Thursday to maintain social and health insurance benefits for elderly and low-income Americans while stating that he would be a "nightmare" for Republicans seeking to take them away.

Joe Biden, the president of the United States, pledged on Thursday to maintain social and health insurance benefits for elderly and low-income Americans while stating that he would be a "nightmare" for Republicans seeking to take them away. “I know that a lot of Republicans, their dream is to cut Social Security and Medicare," Biden said on a visit to Florida, a state with a high percentage of uninsured citizens and a bastion of the Republican party. “Well, let me say this: if that’s your dream, I’m your nightmare," he added. I know that for a lot of Republicans on the Hill their dream is to cut Social Security and Medicare. Well, let me say this. If that’s your dream, I'm your nightmare. — President Biden (@POTUS) February 9, 2023 × Biden seemed to be speaking with the 2024 presidential race in mind, despite the fact that he has not yet made an official declaration of his candidature, reported AFP. The speech was based on Biden's State of the Union address on Tuesday, in which he criticised Republicans for wanting to reduce social spending in order to reduce the nation's enormous debt. Also read | US roars back at China and North Korea, conducts test launch of ICBM Many Republican lawmakers began aggressively jeering at the president as a result, with one of them calling him a "liar." Republicans in the crowd shouted that they had no plans to eliminate the benefits, but on Thursday, Biden expressed scepticism about such claims, saying, "I'll believe it when I see it." Medicare is a government health insurance programme for adults 65 and older and for people with certain impairments that covers around 18 per cent of Americans. Also watch | Former US President Trump's Insta, FB accounts restored; access granted after 2 years Medical expenses for low-income Americans of all ages are covered by Medicaid, a distinct programme that is run and partially funded by the states. Speaking in a state with a large elderly population and 5.5 million Medicaid recipients who are low-income, Biden criticised Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for opposing Medicaid expansion. “Florida's Medicaid eligibility would increase by nearly 1.1 million (more) if Governor DeSantis just stated, 'I agree to expand'. Politics is the sole reason Medicaid expansion hasn't taken place in our country,” Biden said. In order to win over voters, Biden, who claims he hasn't made up his mind about seeking re-election next year, is heavily relying on expanding social programmes. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Temperature in Russia drops to -62.7°c Why are Iguanas falling in Florida? 'Cold Wave' continues to grip Northwest India First winter storm of 2023 hits Spain Is climate change making the extreme cold even colder? Watch Frozen: the Harsh winter on #WIONWideangle

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The same pressures that killed more than 1,100 Florida manatees last year are at play again this winter, with Florida wildlife officials reporting 97 dead manatees in January alone. Starvation and cold weather are the culprits. Estimates of the total number of manatees in the state range from 5,700 to 7,500.

WION Climate Tracker: Florida's beloved Manatees are once again dying in large numbers: Here is why

<p><strong>Greg Steube health update:&nbsp;</strong>US Congressman Greg Steube was involved in an accident at his Florida house. A statement was issued by his office regarding the incident. Republican Steube, 44, is a member of the narrow majority that recently won control of the chamber. After the party's poor midterm elections raised concerns about Kevin McCarthy's leadership in December, he took notice of the situation. Read on to know about the incident and the latest updates on his health.&nbsp;Steube was injured in an accident at his home Wednesday afternoon, according to his office. Taking to twitter, his office wrote that Congressman Steube was involved in an accident on his property late on Wednesday afternoon and sustained several injuries. It added that the office will provide additional updates when possible.</p>

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<p>"Please pray for the Congressman and his family," his office added. Steube resides in Sarasota with his wife and son, as per congressional website. The Republican congressman serves on the House Judiciary and Foreign Affairs committees and has represented South Central Florida's 17th congressional district since 2018. His profile states that he is an Army veteran who served in Iraq before starting his political career. A fellow Republican from Florida tweeted, “Horrible to hear about @RepGregSteube’s accident earlier today."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He has been a vocal opponent of US President Joe Biden and has supported an investigation into the American withdrawal from Afghanistan. He also co-sponsored legislation to reinstate military personnel who were discharged for refusing the coronavirus vaccine. Steube opposed abortion "at any state of development" and claimed that the terrorist acts of September 11, 2001, served as his inspiration for joining the military.&nbsp;</p>


Greg Steube health update: US Congressman Greg Steube was involved in an accident at his Florida house. A statement was issued by his office regarding the incident.

Greg Steube health update: US Congressman Greg Steube was involved in an accident at his Florida house. A statement was issued by his office regarding the incident. Republican Steube, 44, is a member of the narrow majority that recently won control of the chamber. After the party's poor midterm elections raised concerns about Kevin McCarthy's leadership in December, he took notice of the situation. Read on to know about the incident and the latest updates on his health. Steube was injured in an accident at his home Wednesday afternoon, according to his office. Taking to twitter, his office wrote that Congressman Steube was involved in an accident on his property late on Wednesday afternoon and sustained several injuries. It added that the office will provide additional updates when possible. Congressman Steube was involved in an accident on his property late this afternoon and has sustained several injuries. We will provide additional updates when possible. Please pray for the Congressman and his family. — Congressman Greg Steube (@RepGregSteube) January 19, 2023 × "Please pray for the Congressman and his family," his office added. Steube resides in Sarasota with his wife and son, as per congressional website. The Republican congressman serves on the House Judiciary and Foreign Affairs committees and has represented South Central Florida's 17th congressional district since 2018. His profile states that he is an Army veteran who served in Iraq before starting his political career. A fellow Republican from Florida tweeted, “Horrible to hear about @RepGregSteube’s accident earlier today." Horrible to hear about @RepGregSteube’s accident earlier today. Sandy and I are keeping him and his family in our thoughts and prayers and wishing him a very speedy recovery. — Rep. Vern Buchanan (@VernBuchanan) January 19, 2023 × He has been a vocal opponent of US President Joe Biden and has supported an investigation into the American withdrawal from Afghanistan. He also co-sponsored legislation to reinstate military personnel who were discharged for refusing the coronavirus vaccine. Steube opposed abortion "at any state of development" and claimed that the terrorist acts of September 11, 2001, served as his inspiration for joining the military.

Greg Steube health update: Congressman Greg Steube fell off the roof at Florida house

<p>Eight people were shot at during Martin Luther King Jr. Day event in Florida. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's office said that at least eight persons were shot at a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event in Fort Pierce, Florida. According to the sheriff's office, four people were hurt in the commotion that followed the gunshot, and one person is in a serious condition. Following the MLK Car Show and Family Fun Day at Ilous Ellis Park, shots were fired due to a "disagreement of some sort," according to Chief Deputy Brian Hester of the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office. As per Hester, eight persons were taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Gunmen not spotted during Martin Luther King Jr. Florida shooting event&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Hester said police are pursuing several leads and tips from the public. However, it is unclear if anybody was in custody or if a suspect or suspects had been identified. Hester said that the evidence suggested there may have been multiple shooters. Hester stated that there had been two deputies on duty to provide protection for the gathering, but neither was able to spot the gunman or shooters. Hester said that though during the event eight people were injured, however, in the aftermath of the shooting incident, one juvenile also suffered wounds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hester said that both deputies assisted the victims. Hester said it was "unfortunate and sad that during a celebration for someone who represented peace and equality that a disagreement results in a use of guns and violence to solve that disagreement."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The United States observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day on the third Monday in January as a federal holiday. Martin Luther King Jr, a leader in the civil rights movement, is honoured by marking the day. The occasion is observed annually on the Monday closest to his birthday, which falls on January 15. It takes place on January 16 this year. King would have turned 94 years old on Sunday. At the age of 39, Memphis, Tennessee saw the murder of Martin Luther King. Martin Luther King fought for legal equality while also pushing for social and economic advancements for African Americans. Only King, George Washington, and Christopher Columbus are commemorated with holidays in the US, according to the White House.</p>

<p>The holiday was first honoured on January 20, 1986, after President Ronald Reagan signed legislation establishing it into law in 1983. In 2000, it was first observed by all 50 states. According to Reagan, the holiday is intended to honour King and the righteous cause he stood for. Because Martin Luther King Jr. became the country's preeminent nonviolent leader, Reagan claimed in 1983, that America is a more democratic nation, a more just society, a more peaceful nation. The federal holiday is observed on Monday by public schools as well as banks and stock exchanges. In the 1950s and 1960s, King spearheaded a campaign of nonviolent demonstrations and civil disobedience in the fight to eradicate discrimination, especially racial segregation, in the US.<br />
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Eight people were shot at during Martin Luther King Jr. Day event in Florida. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's office said that at least eight persons were shot at a Martin Luther King, Jr.

Eight people were shot at during Martin Luther King Jr. Day event in Florida. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's office said that at least eight persons were shot at a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event in Fort Pierce, Florida. According to the sheriff's office, four people were hurt in the commotion that followed the gunshot, and one person is in a serious condition. Following the MLK Car Show and Family Fun Day at Ilous Ellis Park, shots were fired due to a "disagreement of some sort," according to Chief Deputy Brian Hester of the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office. As per Hester, eight persons were taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds. Gunmen not spotted during Martin Luther King Jr. Florida shooting event Hester said police are pursuing several leads and tips from the public. However, it is unclear if anybody was in custody or if a suspect or suspects had been identified. Hester said that the evidence suggested there may have been multiple shooters. Hester stated that there had been two deputies on duty to provide protection for the gathering, but neither was able to spot the gunman or shooters. Hester said that though during the event eight people were injured, however, in the aftermath of the shooting incident, one juvenile also suffered wounds. Hester said that both deputies assisted the victims. Hester said it was "unfortunate and sad that during a celebration for someone who represented peace and equality that a disagreement results in a use of guns and violence to solve that disagreement." The United States observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day on the third Monday in January as a federal holiday. Martin Luther King Jr, a leader in the civil rights movement, is honoured by marking the day. The occasion is observed annually on the Monday closest to his birthday, which falls on January 15. It takes place on January 16 this year. King would have turned 94 years old on Sunday. At the age of 39, Memphis, Tennessee saw the murder of Martin Luther King. Martin Luther King fought for legal equality while also pushing for social and economic advancements for African Americans. Only King, George Washington, and Christopher Columbus are commemorated with holidays in the US, according to the White House. The holiday was first honoured on January 20, 1986, after President Ronald Reagan signed legislation establishing it into law in 1983. In 2000, it was first observed by all 50 states. According to Reagan, the holiday is intended to honour King and the righteous cause he stood for. Because Martin Luther King Jr. became the country's preeminent nonviolent leader, Reagan claimed in 1983, that America is a more democratic nation, a more just society, a more peaceful nation. The federal holiday is observed on Monday by public schools as well as banks and stock exchanges. In the 1950s and 1960s, King spearheaded a campaign of nonviolent demonstrations and civil disobedience in the fight to eradicate discrimination, especially racial segregation, in the US.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Eight shot at celebration event in Florida

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was hospitalised in Florida on Monday with stomach pains as 1,500 of his supporters were detained in Brasilia after storming key buildings in the capital.

Bolsonaro in Florida hospital; Over 1500 supporters detained after Brazil riots

<p>Around 10 people, including &nbsp;Montana’s bodyguard and rapper Rob49, were shot outside a restaurant when rapper French Montana's music video was being filmed in Miami Gardens, Florida.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Miami Gardens Police, the altercation broke out at an unknown location and eventually came to an end at The Licking restaurant, where the shootout took place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a witness' statement to CBS News, the shootout took place inside the restaurant's parking lot while the music video shoot of rapper French Montana was in progress. The eyewitness stated that around 10 to 15 gunshots were fired as people started running haphazardly. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The exact number of people injured has not been confirmed by the authorities, however, local news channels reported that around 10 people were hit by bullets. Various fire-rescue units and police cruisers were available at the scene.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, the police have not made any arrests, reported a local news outlet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Immediately after the shooting took place, the restaurants and businesses present in the area were shut down.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Video footage of the area around ‘The Licking’ restaurant was shared on social media in which various people can be seen falling on the ground. &nbsp;However, WION cannot confirm the authenticity of the footage.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>MGPD detective Diana Gorgue told WSVN, "We’re still working (the scene). &nbsp;Yeah, there’s multiple shots, there’s multiple cases. We’re still working. We can’t confirm any numbers at this moment, because everything is still fresh, and they’re still investigating."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Miami Gardens Police Chief Delma Noel-Pratt said that the video uploaded on social media is being looked into by the investigators. “We believe it’s an isolated incident,” said Noel-Pratt.&nbsp;</p>

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Around 10 people, including Montana’s bodyguard and rapper Rob49, were shot outside a restaurant when rapper French Montana's music video was being filmed in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Around 10 people, including Montana’s bodyguard and rapper Rob49, were shot outside a restaurant when rapper French Montana's music video was being filmed in Miami Gardens, Florida. According to Miami Gardens Police, the altercation broke out at an unknown location and eventually came to an end at The Licking restaurant, where the shootout took place. As per a witness' statement to CBS News, the shootout took place inside the restaurant's parking lot while the music video shoot of rapper French Montana was in progress. The eyewitness stated that around 10 to 15 gunshots were fired as people started running haphazardly. ALSO READ| Violence grips Mexico after the arrest of El Chapo's son Ovidio Guzman Lopez The exact number of people injured has not been confirmed by the authorities, however, local news channels reported that around 10 people were hit by bullets. Various fire-rescue units and police cruisers were available at the scene. So far, the police have not made any arrests, reported a local news outlet. Immediately after the shooting took place, the restaurants and businesses present in the area were shut down. Video footage of the area around ‘The Licking’ restaurant was shared on social media in which various people can be seen falling on the ground. However, WION cannot confirm the authenticity of the footage. WATCH| WION Fineprint: At least six dead in Virginia shooting incident MGPD detective Diana Gorgue told WSVN, "We’re still working (the scene). Yeah, there’s multiple shots, there’s multiple cases. We’re still working. We can’t confirm any numbers at this moment, because everything is still fresh, and they’re still investigating." Miami Gardens Police Chief Delma Noel-Pratt said that the video uploaded on social media is being looked into by the investigators. “We believe it’s an isolated incident,” said Noel-Pratt. (With inputs from agencies)

Around 10 people, including a rapper, shot during video shoot of rapper French Montana in Florida

Less than two days before his bitter leftist challenger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is expected to enter office, outgoing Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro flew to Florida on Friday after giving a tearful message to his fans.

Brazil: President leaves country avoiding inauguration of Prez-elect, flies to Florida

<p>An Indian-American woman, accused of tossing her newborn into a Florida inlet in 2018, appeared in court on Friday on a first-degree murder charge. Arya Singh, 29, was arrested on Thursday in the death of her female infant who was named “Baby June” by the authorities, a report by the Associated Press said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The newborn's body was found floating in the seaside inlet in Florida on June 1, 2018, by an off-duty Boynton Beach firefighter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Friday, during a brief hearing, a Palm Beach County judge ordered Arya Singh&nbsp;be held without bail. Singh, who works as a security guard did not enter a plea at the hearing. Her next court date is on January 17.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Detective Brittany Christoffel, who was heading the case, said, "She (Arya Singh) said when the baby was born, she wasn't sure if the baby was alive or dead and that was that," a report by news agency ANI said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Baby June case was solved by the Palm Beach sheriff’s detectives using DNA collected from the father and Singh.</p>

<p>Detective Christoffel said the investigating team tracked down the father who submitted to the DNA test and told investigators about a woman he was dating at the time who told him that she was pregnant but took care of it. The father assumed it meant an abortion, Christoffel said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The detective added that the investigators were able to grab covert DNA that belonged to Singh by picking up garbage she threw.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If convicted, Arya Singh faces life in prison or the death penalty.&nbsp;</p>

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An Indian-American woman, accused of tossing her newborn into a Florida inlet in 2018, appeared in court on Friday on a first-degree murder charge. Arya Singh, 29, was arrested on Thursday in the death of her female infant who was named “Baby June” by the authorities, a report by the Associated Press said.

An Indian-American woman, accused of tossing her newborn into a Florida inlet in 2018, appeared in court on Friday on a first-degree murder charge. Arya Singh, 29, was arrested on Thursday in the death of her female infant who was named “Baby June” by the authorities, a report by the Associated Press said. The newborn's body was found floating in the seaside inlet in Florida on June 1, 2018, by an off-duty Boynton Beach firefighter. On Friday, during a brief hearing, a Palm Beach County judge ordered Arya Singh be held without bail. Singh, who works as a security guard did not enter a plea at the hearing. Her next court date is on January 17. Detective Brittany Christoffel, who was heading the case, said, "She (Arya Singh) said when the baby was born, she wasn't sure if the baby was alive or dead and that was that," a report by news agency ANI said. The Baby June case was solved by the Palm Beach sheriff’s detectives using DNA collected from the father and Singh. Detective Christoffel said the investigating team tracked down the father who submitted to the DNA test and told investigators about a woman he was dating at the time who told him that she was pregnant but took care of it. The father assumed it meant an abortion, Christoffel said. The detective added that the investigators were able to grab covert DNA that belonged to Singh by picking up garbage she threw. If convicted, Arya Singh faces life in prison or the death penalty. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>After it was discovered that she had exploited her position to avoid receiving a fine for operating her golf cart on the street, the police chief of Tampa, Florida, resigned. A Pinellas County sheriff's officer stopped Mary O'Connor and her husband last month close to the gated neighbourhood where they reside, as seen on body-cam footage.</p>

<p>"I'm hoping you'll let us go tonight," she told the deputy as she introduced herself and flashed her badge and ID. The event on November 12 in a neighbourhood outside of Tampa, Florida's third-largest city, is captured on video that was made public last week.</p>

<p>O'Connor and her husband were stopped for operating an unregistered car on the street, and the deputy can be seen stating in the video. In addition to not often driving her automobile on public roadways, O'Connor says that she is "going to pick up food."</p>

<p>She then inquires about the deputy's body camera. She responds, "I'm the police chief in Tampa," when he confirms that the camera is on. They have "a lot of difficulties with golf carts around here," the officer is heard telling the woman. Before being let go without a ticket, she can be seen giving him her business card. "Ever need anything, call me," she says.</p>

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<p>On Monday, the mayor of Tampa said that the police chief had broken the law. According to a statement issued by the mayor's office, "Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has sought and accepted the resignation of Police Chief Mary O'Connor."</p>

<p>The mayor also claimed that O'Connor had broken the rules on "standard of behaviour" and "abuse of position or identification." O'Connor expressed regret and acknowledged that "this situation may be regarded as improper, but that was definitely not my intent."</p>

<p>The police chief is expected to set an excellent example and uphold "high standards for ethical and professional behaviour," according to a statement made by Mayor Castor on Monday.</p>

<p>She stated that it was "inappropriate for any public employee, especially the city's top law enforcement head, to beg for preferential treatment because of their position," adding that "that definitely did not happen in this case."</p>

<p>Following 22 years in the city's police department, O'Connor was sworn into office in March. After being detained for assaulting deputies during a traffic check&nbsp;in 1995, she lost her job as an officer and was rehired the following year.</p>


After it was discovered that she had exploited her position to avoid receiving a fine for operating her golf cart on the street, the police chief of Tampa, Florida, resigned.

After it was discovered that she had exploited her position to avoid receiving a fine for operating her golf cart on the street, the police chief of Tampa, Florida, resigned. A Pinellas County sheriff's officer stopped Mary O'Connor and her husband last month close to the gated neighbourhood where they reside, as seen on body-cam footage. "I'm hoping you'll let us go tonight," she told the deputy as she introduced herself and flashed her badge and ID. The event on November 12 in a neighbourhood outside of Tampa, Florida's third-largest city, is captured on video that was made public last week. O'Connor and her husband were stopped for operating an unregistered car on the street, and the deputy can be seen stating in the video. In addition to not often driving her automobile on public roadways, O'Connor says that she is "going to pick up food." She then inquires about the deputy's body camera. She responds, "I'm the police chief in Tampa," when he confirms that the camera is on. They have "a lot of difficulties with golf carts around here," the officer is heard telling the woman. Before being let go without a ticket, she can be seen giving him her business card. "Ever need anything, call me," she says. "is your camera on?" pic.twitter.com/QXZs5U60od — 🥀_Imposter_🕸️ (@Imposter_Edits) December 3, 2022 × On Monday, the mayor of Tampa said that the police chief had broken the law. According to a statement issued by the mayor's office, "Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has sought and accepted the resignation of Police Chief Mary O'Connor." The mayor also claimed that O'Connor had broken the rules on "standard of behaviour" and "abuse of position or identification." O'Connor expressed regret and acknowledged that "this situation may be regarded as improper, but that was definitely not my intent." The police chief is expected to set an excellent example and uphold "high standards for ethical and professional behaviour," according to a statement made by Mayor Castor on Monday. She stated that it was "inappropriate for any public employee, especially the city's top law enforcement head, to beg for preferential treatment because of their position," adding that "that definitely did not happen in this case." Following 22 years in the city's police department, O'Connor was sworn into office in March. After being detained for assaulting deputies during a traffic check in 1995, she lost her job as an officer and was rehired the following year.

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The US appeals court dealt former president Donald Trump a fresh blow Thursday, rejecting his effort to keep prosecutors from examining thousands of government documents he held in his Florida home after leaving office.

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<p>A Florida judge has awarded $3 million to the family of Gabby Petito, an American woman who was killed by her fiancée, Brian Laundrie, while they were travelling together on a van life journey across the United States.</p>

<p>Gabby Petito and her boyfriend Brian Laundrie embarked on the US tour in July 2021, and the journey was supposed to end after four months. However, Petito disappeared in late August. The lawsuit was filed in May this year, in which Laundrie was accused of murdering his girlfriend, Associated Press reported. A separate lawsuit has also been filed against the Laundrie family.</p>

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<p>Sarasota County Circuit Judge Hunter W. Carroll signed off the settlement on Thursday, where the Petito family declared the awarded money will be wired to the Gabby Petito foundation, a mission dedicated to locating missing people and curbing domestic violence.</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt">As per the charges, the Laundrie family deliberately concealed Brian’s confession of&nbsp;killing Petito before he returned home in September 2021 to Florida from their trip out West in a converted van.</p>

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<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt">Petito’s death and the subsequent discovery of her corpse at Wyoming national park became a national obsession last year. Later on, Brian Laundrie also went missing. During the FBI-led search operation, his skeletal remains were discovered in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park on October 20. In November last year, it was established that Laundrie died due to a self-inflicted gunshot.</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt">The Guardian reports that the Petito family has also filed a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit against Police in Moab, Utah, where the Police allegedly allowed the couple to continue their journey despite glaring signs of domestic abuse and physical violence. The lawsuits against the Utah Police and the Laundrie family are still going on.</p>

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A Florida judge has awarded $3 million to the family of Gabby Petito, an American woman who was killed by her fiancée, Brian Laundrie, while they were travelling together on a van life journey across the United States.

A Florida judge has awarded $3 million to the family of Gabby Petito, an American woman who was killed by her fiancée, Brian Laundrie, while they were travelling together on a van life journey across the United States. Gabby Petito and her boyfriend Brian Laundrie embarked on the US tour in July 2021, and the journey was supposed to end after four months. However, Petito disappeared in late August. The lawsuit was filed in May this year, in which Laundrie was accused of murdering his girlfriend, Associated Press reported. A separate lawsuit has also been filed against the Laundrie family. As a reminder, this is separate from the civil lawsuit that’s headed to a jury trial next year. Brian Laundrie’s estate is believed to be a five-figure sum, which based on Judge Carroll’s ruling, would go to the plaintiffs Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito, Gabby Petito’s parents. pic.twitter.com/7hku8jDuii — JB Biunno #HeyJB (@WFLAJB) November 17, 2022 × Sarasota County Circuit Judge Hunter W. Carroll signed off the settlement on Thursday, where the Petito family declared the awarded money will be wired to the Gabby Petito foundation, a mission dedicated to locating missing people and curbing domestic violence. As per the charges, the Laundrie family deliberately concealed Brian’s confession of killing Petito before he returned home in September 2021 to Florida from their trip out West in a converted van. Also Read: In notebook, Brian Laundrie took responsibility for Gabby Petito’s death in US, says FBI Petito’s death and the subsequent discovery of her corpse at Wyoming national park became a national obsession last year. Later on, Brian Laundrie also went missing. During the FBI-led search operation, his skeletal remains were discovered in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park on October 20. In November last year, it was established that Laundrie died due to a self-inflicted gunshot. The Guardian reports that the Petito family has also filed a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit against Police in Moab, Utah, where the Police allegedly allowed the couple to continue their journey despite glaring signs of domestic abuse and physical violence. The lawsuits against the Utah Police and the Laundrie family are still going on. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Florida judge awards Gabby Petito’s family $3 million settlement in wrongful death lawsuit

After several failed attempts, NASA has finally launched the spacecraft Orion from Florida. Artemis marks NASA's new historic leap. Watch this report.

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Former US President Donald Trump made his 'very big announcement' on Wednesday and launched a third White House bid and his candidacy from Mar-a-Lago state in Florida.

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Florida has recovered from Hurricane Nicole. The storm left 350,000 houses without power. Florida has also opened 15 emergency shelters.

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<p>Shortly after making landfall on Florida's east coast with a mix of powerful winds and heavy rains, Hurricane Nicole deteriorated into a tropical storm on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Six weeks after the last significant hurricane, Nicole had threatened coastal regions that were still in shambles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the Kennedy Space Centre in Cape Canaveral, where NASA's new moon rocket was left out in the elements and anchored to its launch pad to weather the storm, a hurricane warning had been issued for a 240-mile coastline area.</p>

<p>As Nicole travelled inland from Florida's coast on Thursday, it was reduced from a Category 1 hurricane to a tropical storm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The National Hurricane Centre reported that the storm, which made landfall along the east coast of Florida north of Miami at 3 a.m. EST, was packing sustained winds of up to 75 mph (120 kph). Later, the speeds decreased to 70 mph.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The hurricane centre had issued storm-surge advisories for a large portion of Florida's Atlantic coast, advising that wind-driven waves would rush inland and flood low-lying communities far from the coastline.</p>

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<p>When Hurricane Ian made landfall on September 28 and ploughed across the Florida Peninsula to the Atlantic, leaving an estimated $60 billion in damage and killing more than 140 people, storm surges wreaked havoc throughout the state's Gulf Coast and its eastern seaboard.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nicole was anticipated to be less powerful when it made an impact than Ian, which made landfall in Florida as a major Category 4 storm. Authorities cautioned, however, that Nicole remained a serious threat, particularly to the buildings and coastline foundations that Ian had weakened.</p>

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Shortly after making landfall on Florida's east coast with a mix of powerful winds and heavy rains, Hurricane Nicole deteriorated into a tropical storm on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Shortly after making landfall on Florida's east coast with a mix of powerful winds and heavy rains, Hurricane Nicole deteriorated into a tropical storm on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Six weeks after the last significant hurricane, Nicole had threatened coastal regions that were still in shambles. At the Kennedy Space Centre in Cape Canaveral, where NASA's new moon rocket was left out in the elements and anchored to its launch pad to weather the storm, a hurricane warning had been issued for a 240-mile coastline area. As Nicole travelled inland from Florida's coast on Thursday, it was reduced from a Category 1 hurricane to a tropical storm. The National Hurricane Centre reported that the storm, which made landfall along the east coast of Florida north of Miami at 3 a.m. EST, was packing sustained winds of up to 75 mph (120 kph). Later, the speeds decreased to 70 mph. The hurricane centre had issued storm-surge advisories for a large portion of Florida's Atlantic coast, advising that wind-driven waves would rush inland and flood low-lying communities far from the coastline. Also Read: United States: Five most expensive midterm elections When Hurricane Ian made landfall on September 28 and ploughed across the Florida Peninsula to the Atlantic, leaving an estimated $60 billion in damage and killing more than 140 people, storm surges wreaked havoc throughout the state's Gulf Coast and its eastern seaboard. Nicole was anticipated to be less powerful when it made an impact than Ian, which made landfall in Florida as a major Category 4 storm. Authorities cautioned, however, that Nicole remained a serious threat, particularly to the buildings and coastline foundations that Ian had weakened. (with inputs from agencies)

Hurricane Nicole weakens from category 1 to tropical storm after making landfall in Florida

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<p>NASA's unmanned Moon mission Artemis-1 has once again been delayed due to a hurricane, days after returning to the launch pad after undergoing repairs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NASA in a statement released said it was postponing the November 8 launch until November 16 due to tropical storm 'Nicole' which is expected to make landfall on the Florida coast as a 'Category 1' hurricane.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Based on expected weather conditions and options to roll back ahead of the storm, the agency determined Sunday evening the safest option for the launch hardware was to keep the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft secured at the pad," said the agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added that the engineering team had powered down the Orion spacecraft, SLS core stage, interim cryogenic propulsion stage, and boosters to prepare for the impending storm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The next window opens at 6:04 AM on November 16 and will be available for two hours. To err on the side of caution, the agency has also kept November 19 as the next date for the launch.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasas-artemis-i-moon-rocket-returns-to-pad-for-another-launch-attempt-531281" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: NASA Moon rocket launch delayed again, this time by storm</strong></a></p>

<p>Already delayed by several years, NASA's Artemis mission is proving a tough challenge for the premier space agency. The agency had its first attempt at the launch on August 29. However, some engineering problems and hazardous leaks meant that the launch was cancelled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since then, NASA, on multiple occasions has prepared for a lift-off but to no avail.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As reported by WION extensively, the Artemis programme is NASA's successor to the Apollo lunar missions from fifty years ago.</p>

<p>The only spaceflights to date to land humans on the moon's surface involved six Apollo missions between 1969 and 1972, during which twelve men made moonwalks.</p>

<p>The SLS is the largest new vertical launch system NASA has created since the Saturn V rockets used in the 1960s and 1970s.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, the SLS-Orion spacecraft has so far cost NASA at least $37 billion, which includes design, construction, testing, and ground facilities. Its development has taken more than ten years and has been plagued by years of delays and billion-dollar cost overruns.</p>

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NASA's unmanned Moon mission Artemis-1 has once again been delayed due to a hurricane, days after returning to the launch pad after undergoing repairs. NASA in a statement released said it was postponing the November 8 launch until November 16 due to tropical storm 'Nicole' which is expected to make landfall on the Florida coast as a 'Category 1' hurricane.

NASA's unmanned Moon mission Artemis-1 has once again been delayed due to a hurricane, days after returning to the launch pad after undergoing repairs. NASA in a statement released said it was postponing the November 8 launch until November 16 due to tropical storm 'Nicole' which is expected to make landfall on the Florida coast as a 'Category 1' hurricane. "Based on expected weather conditions and options to roll back ahead of the storm, the agency determined Sunday evening the safest option for the launch hardware was to keep the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft secured at the pad," said the agency. It added that the engineering team had powered down the Orion spacecraft, SLS core stage, interim cryogenic propulsion stage, and boosters to prepare for the impending storm. The next window opens at 6:04 AM on November 16 and will be available for two hours. To err on the side of caution, the agency has also kept November 19 as the next date for the launch. Read more: NASA Moon rocket launch delayed again, this time by storm Already delayed by several years, NASA's Artemis mission is proving a tough challenge for the premier space agency. The agency had its first attempt at the launch on August 29. However, some engineering problems and hazardous leaks meant that the launch was cancelled. Since then, NASA, on multiple occasions has prepared for a lift-off but to no avail. WATCH | WION Dispatch: Artemis I launch attempt scrubbed, called off due to technical issues × As reported by WION extensively, the Artemis programme is NASA's successor to the Apollo lunar missions from fifty years ago. The only spaceflights to date to land humans on the moon's surface involved six Apollo missions between 1969 and 1972, during which twelve men made moonwalks. The SLS is the largest new vertical launch system NASA has created since the Saturn V rockets used in the 1960s and 1970s. Read more: NASA postpones Artemis I mission launch again as bid to plug hazardous leak fails However, the SLS-Orion spacecraft has so far cost NASA at least $37 billion, which includes design, construction, testing, and ground facilities. Its development has taken more than ten years and has been plagued by years of delays and billion-dollar cost overruns. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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One element of every US election campaign is the presence of hecklers on the campaign trials but this year they have been more prevalent than usual. Former US President Barack Obama who is no stranger to heckling during his time in office, recently interrupted multiple times while campaigning for democrats in Florida.

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<p>Hurricane Ian left a trail of destruction after it crashed across Florida on September 28-29. Recovery efforts are underway but the challenges are not over yet as people now have to deal with environmental hazards that could pose serious health threats. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Millions were impacted by Hurricane Ian, which is one of the most powerful storms ever to hit the United States. Officials have said that over 100 people were killed in Florida alone.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Those who were impacted, are still struggling as homes, restaurants and businesses were destroyed when the powerful Category 4 Hurricane Ian roared ashore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the officials, it could take months and perhaps $50 billion or more to rebuild the regions in Florida that were destroyed.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Amid the recovery efforts, people across the state are grappling with serious health risks. After the storm and subsequent flooding, there's an emergence of deadly infections caused by Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, CBS News reported quoting officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) mentioned that Vibrio vulnificus can cause life-threatening wound infections. There are several instances when people needed intensive care or limb amputations. The report also mentioned that about 1 in 5 people with this infection die.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier this month, the Lee County health department said in a news release that the infection itself "has the potential to cause severe illness or death."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to state data updated last Friday, at least 29 cases and four deaths have been confirmed in Lee County this year as a result of such infections. At least two cases have been reported after Hurricane Ian.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A spokesperson at the county health department said in a statement to CBS News on Monday: "The Florida Department of Health in Lee County is observing an abnormal increase in cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections as a result of exposure to the flood waters and standing waters following Hurricane Ian."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The statement mentioned that people should "always be aware of the potential risks associated when exposing open wounds, cuts, or scratches on the skin to warm, brackish, or salt water."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The statement added: "Sewage spills, like those caused from Hurricane Ian, may increase bacteria levels. As the post storm situation evolves, individuals should take precautions against and infection and illness caused by Vibrio vulnificus."&nbsp;</p>

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Hurricane Ian left a trail of destruction after it crashed across Florida on September 28-29. Recovery efforts are underway but the challenges are not over yet as people now have to deal with environmental hazards that could pose serious health threats.

Hurricane Ian left a trail of destruction after it crashed across Florida on September 28-29. Recovery efforts are underway but the challenges are not over yet as people now have to deal with environmental hazards that could pose serious health threats. Millions were impacted by Hurricane Ian, which is one of the most powerful storms ever to hit the United States. Officials have said that over 100 people were killed in Florida alone. Those who were impacted, are still struggling as homes, restaurants and businesses were destroyed when the powerful Category 4 Hurricane Ian roared ashore. As per the officials, it could take months and perhaps $50 billion or more to rebuild the regions in Florida that were destroyed. ALSO READ | Zelensky orders troops to capture 'more' Russian prisoners to facilitate release of Ukrainian 'heroes' Amid the recovery efforts, people across the state are grappling with serious health risks. After the storm and subsequent flooding, there's an emergence of deadly infections caused by Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, CBS News reported quoting officials. A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) mentioned that Vibrio vulnificus can cause life-threatening wound infections. There are several instances when people needed intensive care or limb amputations. The report also mentioned that about 1 in 5 people with this infection die. Earlier this month, the Lee County health department said in a news release that the infection itself "has the potential to cause severe illness or death." ALSO READ | Australia reverses decision of recognising Jerusalem as Israel capital WATCH | Gravitas: Are you an unhealthy vegan? × According to state data updated last Friday, at least 29 cases and four deaths have been confirmed in Lee County this year as a result of such infections. At least two cases have been reported after Hurricane Ian. A spokesperson at the county health department said in a statement to CBS News on Monday: "The Florida Department of Health in Lee County is observing an abnormal increase in cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections as a result of exposure to the flood waters and standing waters following Hurricane Ian." The statement mentioned that people should "always be aware of the potential risks associated when exposing open wounds, cuts, or scratches on the skin to warm, brackish, or salt water." The statement added: "Sewage spills, like those caused from Hurricane Ian, may increase bacteria levels. As the post storm situation evolves, individuals should take precautions against and infection and illness caused by Vibrio vulnificus." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Hurricane Ian's threat not over yet, Florida county reports infections caused by 'flesh-eating' bacteria

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