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State claims law restricting some foreign nationals from owning Florida land is not discriminatory
Read full article: State claims law restricting some foreign nationals from owning Florida land is not discriminatoryThe state this week pushed back against a challenge to a new law that restricts people from China and six other countries from owning property in Florida, disputing arguments that it is unconstitutional and discriminates based on “race and national origin.”
‘War is still happening:’ Orlando nonprofit hosts festival to raise funds for Ukraine
Read full article: ‘War is still happening:’ Orlando nonprofit hosts festival to raise funds for UkraineAs the world marks one year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Central Florida’s Ukrainian community are rallying in support of their homeland.
Central Florida’s Turkish community devastated after deadly earthquake in homeland
Read full article: Central Florida’s Turkish community devastated after deadly earthquake in homelandThe Turkish community of Central Florida is mourning after a 7.8 earthquake struck Turkey and northern Syria and a second 7.5 earthquake hit the eastern region, leaving thousands dead and injured.
Diwali: Orlando residents participate in celebration of unity, enlightenment, positivity
Read full article: Diwali: Orlando residents participate in celebration of unity, enlightenment, positivityEvery year, Hindus, Budhists, Jains and Sikhs around the world celebrate Diwali—a festival of lights that goes back more than 2,500 years.
‘Looked like another Maria:’ Puerto Ricans arriving at Orlando airport describe Fiona aftermath
Read full article: ‘Looked like another Maria:’ Puerto Ricans arriving at Orlando airport describe Fiona aftermathThousands of Puerto Ricans continue to struggle after Hurricane Fiona hit the island earlier this week.
Osceola County school district using international program to hire teachers
Read full article: Osceola County school district using international program to hire teachersThe Osceola County school district superintendent said students can expect to see some new faces at the start of the school year thanks to an international program that’s getting results for them and bringing diversity into the classroom.
Here’s why assassination of former Japanese leader shocked the world, UCF expert says
Read full article: Here’s why assassination of former Japanese leader shocked the world, UCF expert saysAfter Japan’s longest serving prime minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated Friday, a UCF expert in the field of global perspectives explained why the aftershock of the fatal shooting was felt around the world.
Cuban-American artist brings past, present conflicts to life in new DeLand art exhibit
Read full article: Cuban-American artist brings past, present conflicts to life in new DeLand art exhibitA new exhibition at the Museum of Art in DeLand is shedding light on cultural heritage, the environment and social justice.
Central Florida churches host prayer vigil for Ukraine in College Park
Read full article: Central Florida churches host prayer vigil for Ukraine in College ParkChurch and community members gathered in College Park Tuesday night to hold a candlelight vigil to express their support for the people of Ukraine.
Doctors break down how to talk to children about the conflict in Ukraine
Read full article: Doctors break down how to talk to children about the conflict in UkraineThe world has witnessed this past week the conflict happening in Ukraine which may cause children to worry and need an adult to help make sense of what’s happening.
Colombian community in the US is 7th largest Hispanic population
Read full article: Colombian community in the US is 7th largest Hispanic populationJosé Vásquez, an immigrant from Colombia, said he's living his best life as senior operations manager for the iconic nightclub Mango's Tropical Cafe in Orlando. Getting to this point took more than 20 years to achieve.
Brazil in political turmoil during criminal investigation into president’s handling of pandemic
Read full article: Brazil in political turmoil during criminal investigation into president’s handling of pandemicSouth America's largest country, Brazil is currently in political turmoil as the president of the country is under investigation for his handling of the pandemic ahead of a new presidential election in 2022.
Venezuelan migrants flee homeland, find new home in Central Florida
Read full article: Venezuelan migrants flee homeland, find new home in Central FloridaVenezuela was once a prosperous and rich country that sits atop the world's largest oil reserves but for the past 2 decades, it's been crumbling with an ongoing political and socio-economic crisis.