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Miami Beach honors victims, hostages 2 years after Hamas attack in Israel
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas attack in Israel that killed nearly 1,200 people and left hundreds more held hostage.
Haiti still faces ‘massive challenges,’ UN official says
During the United Nations General Assembly, humanitarian crises around the globe took center stage. From Gaza, Ukraine, to Sudan, but one nation in crisis needing more support than ever: Haiti.
UN General Assembly wraps up with speeches, controversies and unusual moments
The United Nations 80th General Assembly has come to a close. Nations from around the world converged on New York City, which became the epicenter of diplomacy during what is known as “high-level week.”
Amid tensions with Venezuela, ramped up US military presence splits Puerto Ricans
As U.S. tensions with Venezuela intensify, so does the American military presence in Puerto Rico.
US warplanes stage in Puerto Rico amid Venezuela tension
Venezuela is preparing for war, conducting military drills on its Caribbean island amid a growing U.S. military presence in the region.
Researchers target world’s deadliest animal – the mosquito
The mosquito might be small, but it’s actually the world’s deadliest animal, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Growing city in Brazil attracts immigrants in search of jobs
Curitiba is not as big as São Paulo and not as known as Rio de Janeiro, but it is the fastest-growing city in Brazil.
5.7-magnitude earthquake hits near Dominican Republic
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake was reported overnight near the Dominican Republic.
South Florida places of worship boost security amid Israel-Iran conflict
As tensions escalate in the Middle East following Israel’s strike on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attack, religious institutions across South Florida are heightening security ahead of weekend services and events.
Miami archbishop says new ‘global’ pope needs to ‘hold back the barbarians’
South Florida’s Catholic community is celebrating the historic selection of the first American pope, with the Archdiocese of Miami calling him not just a U.S. citizen, but a “global citizen” shaped by missionary work abroad.
Argentinians in South Florida mourn Pope Francis’s death with pride, stories and sadness
From diners at a Little Buenos Aires café to visitors fresh from Argentina, South Florida’s Argentine community is mourning the death of Pope Francis — the first Latin American pope and a native son of Buenos Aires — with sadness, pride, and stories of personal connection.
‘I have big concerns,’ South Florida rabbi says despite release of 3 Israeli hostages
Three Israeli hostages are back home with their families after being released by Hamas on Sunday.
Venezuelans protest in South Florida as Maduro starts 3rd term amid $25M bounty
Venezuelans in South Florida gathered in protest Thursday as Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for a controversial third six-year term, amid claims of election fraud and a $25 million bounty for his arrest related to alleged drug trafficking.
Venezuelans protest in South Florida as Maduro takes contested oath of office
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for another term on Friday, deepening the country’s political crisis as opposition leaders and many Venezuelans claim he lost the election.
How Jimmy Carter’s 1992 South Florida visit left a lasting impact on affordable housing
Former President Jimmy Carter, widely celebrated for his humanitarian efforts after leaving the White House, made a significant mark on South Florida in 1992 when he joined Habitat for Humanity to help build homes in Miami’s Liberty City.
Biden administration questions legitimacy of Venezuela’s election results
The Biden administration shared their concerns Tuesday over the recent Venezuelan presidential election results, questioning the legitimacy of incumbent Nicolas Maduro’s declared victory and calling for transparency from Venezuela’s electoral authorities.
FBI sees 1800+ reports of terroristic threats as Israel-Hamas war rages, top official says
The U.S. has seen a “sobering” increase in domestic terrorism-related threats since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war, according to Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco.
Family members of those missing from Israel speak at event in North Miami Beach
It’s estimated that more than 200 people are currently held captive by Hamas.
Queen Elizabeth II’s casket arrives at Buckingham Palace
People waited outside St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh for up to six hours Tuesday to pay their respects to the late monarch, whose body will be transferred to London later in the day.
Body of Queen Elizabeth II lies in state in Edinburgh, Scotland
Britain’s new king and queen consort met with members of Parliament Monday at Westminster Hall before traveling back to Scotland to join other members of the royal family for a procession to St. Giles Cathedral, where the queen’s coffin will lie in rest to allow the people of Scotland to pay their respects.
Stands collapse during Colombia bull fight, killing at least 6 and injuring 200
Several people were killed and many others injured after part of a stadium collapsed during a bullfight in Colombia.