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Ready to chase heat that makes your eyes water and your heart happy? Florida’s spice scene is exploding with fearless kitchens that stack flavor and fire in equal measure. These spots do not just turn up the Scovilles, they balance smoke, tang, and texture so every bite hits hard and tastes amazing. Bring a brave…
You’ve heard of cat cafés and capybara cafés, but the latest new furry-friend hangout is centered around man’s very best friend: dogs. CuppaPug, a wildly popular café based in London, UK, teased a new location announcement just last week—and fans are already paw-sitively thrilled. “CuppaPug is coming to Florida! You can expect adorable resident pugs,…
Zoo Miami has announced the sudden and tragic death of Emmy Lou, a giant eland described as a “very special animal” and an important contributor to the conservation of her species. According to a statement posted by the zoo on Sept. 27, Animal Science personnel responded around noon on Thursday after receiving reports that a…
This article contains affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you book through them, at no extra cost to you. With cooler weather on the way, one of Florida’s most unique wildlife encounters is about to reach its peak. Crystal River, located on the state’s Nature Coast, is the only place…
If you’ve ever been frustrated by how short Florida’s Atlantic red snapper season is, here’s your chance to get in on something different. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) just announced that applications are now open for Year 2 of a special fishing program that gives selected anglers permission to catch red snapper…
Florida is no stranger to the weird and wonderful. Sure, the Sunshine State is known for its beaches, gators, and amusement parks — but take a few detours off the beaten path and you’ll discover a whole other side of the state, one filled with cryptids, cosmic claims, and underwater stage shows. Here are some…
A Hillsborough County High School teacher has admitted to her role in a conspiracy involving illegal firearm purchases tied to an international criminal organization. According to U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe, 46-year-old Shannon Lee Samlalsingh pleaded guilty on June 20, 2025, to conspiring to make false statements to a licensed firearms dealer. She now faces…
It has been 20 years since citrus greening—also known as Huanglongbing (HLB)—was first detected in Florida. In that time, the bacterial disease has reshaped the state’s iconic citrus industry, slashing orange production considerably, decimating family-run groves, and turning the future of Florida orange juice into a multimillion-dollar question. First confirmed in south Miami-Dade County in…
Florida is no stranger to murky waters, but new research out of Georgia is raising fresh concerns about what might be hiding beneath the surface—and it’s not just alligators. A recent study by the University of Georgia’s Odum School of Ecology has uncovered dangerously high levels of mercury in the blood of alligators from the…
Will robots soon be taking care of us when we get sick? It might not be too far from reality. A Clearwater-based healthcare technology company is teaming up with Mayo Clinic in Florida to explore how artificial intelligence can reshape hospital care. hellocare.ai, which develops AI-driven tools for inpatient environments, announced Tuesday it has entered…
Bay County health officials have issued a 60-day rabies alert after two foxes in the Bayou George area tested positive for the deadly virus. The infected animals were killed near the east end of John Pitts Road on May 20 and May 26, prompting the Florida Department of Health in Bay County (DOH-Bay) to take…
Federal health officials are warning consumers not to eat cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., a Florida farm located in Boynton Beach, after a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo infections sickened at least 26 people across 15 states. The cucumbers, distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. of Delray Beach, Florida, were shipped to retailers,…
Following a recent fatal alligator attack in the Tiger Creek area of eastern Polk County, local law enforcement and wildlife officials are urging residents and visitors to exercise caution near the water. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Sergeant Michael Hill were recently photographed holding a newly installed warning sign intended to alert the public…
A proposed rule change by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is stirring controversy as it seeks to narrow the definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA)—a move that could significantly weaken protections for threatened wildlife, including many species found across Florida. The federal government aims to overturn a 1981 regulation that…
While parts of the central U.S. were inundated with record-setting rainfall and deadly storms last month, Florida baked under hot, dry skies, according to the latest April 2025 U.S. Climate Report released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today. April brought unseasonably high temperatures and drier-than-average conditions to much of the Sunshine State,…
A man and woman from Florida died after falling roughly 380 feet from Inspiration Point, a scenic overlook known for its sweeping views at Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park. The victims, identified as 45-year-old Matthew Nannen and 58-year-old Bailee Crane, were discovered by fellow park visitors on Tuesday, April 29. According to the Garfield County…
With year-round sunshine, a booming tourism industry, and a growing network of indie creatives, Florida is quietly becoming a haven for actors and filmmakers looking to break into the industry — without the sky-high costs and competition of Hollywood. Orlando native Dalton Burdette, 28, is part of that movement. A filmmaker who writes, directs, and produces…
According to a report released on March 7 by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), the total cost of health care provided to illegal immigrants in Florida was about $659.88 million in 2024. This release is the most recent update to the Hospital Patient Immigration Status Dashboard. This dashboard details the total number of emergency department visits and…
