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COVID-19 vaccination rates declining, doctors say
SUMMARY: Experts are observing a decline in COVID-19 and flu vaccination rates ahead of the holidays, raising concerns about a potentially severe respiratory season. Recent hurricanes have distracted many from health priorities, impacting vaccine uptake. With the flu posing significant risks—40,000 to 60,000 annual deaths and a record 200 child fatalities last year, primarily among the unvaccinated—health officials stress the importance of flu shots, especially for vulnerable populations. As December approaches, flu cases are expected to rise, and while COVID projections remain uncertain, doctors recommend getting both vaccines, ideally before the holiday travel season.

COVID-19 vaccination rates declining, doctors say
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South Florida Weather for Tuesday 5/6/2025 12PM
SUMMARY: South Florida’s weather on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, is warm and humid with highs in the upper 80s, feeling like the 90s due to high humidity. Showers are scattered, mainly in the afternoon, with a 20% rain chance. Wednesday will be drier, with a few stray showers on Thursday and spotty showers Friday. Rain chances increase for Mother’s Day weekend, with scattered showers and storms expected. Humidity will remain high and sticky through the weekend, marking the start of the steamy summer-like feel. Beachgoers face low rip current risk with no alerts currently. Winds are southeast at 10-15 mph.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Tuesday afternoon will remain partly cloudy with highs in the upper 80s. It will feel like the 90s when you factor in the humidity.
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Skype shut down for good, but users still have these alternatives
SUMMARY: Microsoft shut down Skype on May 5, prompting users to find alternatives. Skype, bought by Microsoft in 2011, was popular for cheap long-distance calls and simple communication via chat, voice, or video. Users can migrate to Microsoft Teams, which supports Skype account logins and contact transfers. Skype numbers can be ported to other providers like Google Voice, Viber, Zoom Phone, or wireless carriers. Some services, like Hushed, offer similar VoIP features. Users can also park numbers temporarily. International eSIMs can’t support Skype numbers due to technical differences. This transition affects those relying on Skype for U.S.-based numbers and internet calls worldwide.
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Trump administration offers $1,000 for self-deportation
SUMMARY: The Trump administration’s Department of Homeland Security is launching a new program offering illegal immigrants $1,000 and airfare to self-deport. Officials claim this approach is safer and about 70% cheaper than traditional deportation methods involving arrest and detention. The program allows participants to return voluntarily to their home countries without arrest during the process. DHS argues this is a more humane and cost-effective way to reduce illegal immigration. This initiative contrasts with earlier controversial deportation flights involving accused migrant gang members, which faced legal challenges and criticism. At least one person has already used the new self-deportation program.

The Department of Homeland Security will cover the cost of commercial flights and provide a $1,000 stipend to undocumented immigrants who voluntarily leave the United States — a move the agency says could save thousands of dollars per case.
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