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Dreaming big & changing lives

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www.news4jax.com – Ivanhoe Newswire – 2025-03-28 04:45:00

SUMMARY: For Women’s History Month, we celebrate women inventors who shaped modern medicine and technology. Pioneers like Marie Curie, Rosalind Franklin, and Ada Lovelace pushed the boundaries of knowledge. Grace Hopper revolutionized programming, while Patricia Bath created a laser for cataract surgery. Julia Child invented shark repellent, and Marie Van Brittan Brown developed the first security camera. Stephanie Kwolek’s invention of Kevlar is used in bulletproof vests, and Mary Anderson’s idea for windshield wipers came after a snowy trip. These women, among many others, have transformed our lives with inventions in diverse fields, from cooking to safety to healthcare.

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Longtime Cubs fan revels in Pete Crow-Armstrong using his group’s song for walkup music

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www.clickorlando.com – Jay Cohen, Associated Press – 2025-05-01 10:42:00

SUMMARY: John Hauldren, a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and member of the electronic music group Levity, was thrilled when Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong used Levity’s song “Front to Back” as his walkup music in a game. Crow-Armstrong, a Southern California native, discovered Levity through a personal connection involving mutual friends and his girlfriend’s cousin. Hauldren, who grew up a Cubs fan despite a White Sox family background, created much of the song in Chicago near Wrigley Field, making the moment especially meaningful. The two have since connected and hope to meet, marking a memorable experience for Hauldren and his band.

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The Senate is voting on whether to block Trump’s global tariffs amid economic turmoil

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April 30, 2025

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www.clickorlando.com – Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press – 2025-04-30 16:28:00

SUMMARY: Senate Democrats are forcing a vote on blocking global tariffs announced by Donald Trump earlier in April. After market turmoil, Trump suspended the tariffs for 90 days. Senate Democrats aim to challenge the policy and force Republicans to take a stance. While 47 Senate Democrats are expected to support the resolution, Republicans are hesitant, with some opposing it to avoid rebuking Trump. Despite concerns over the economic impact, Republicans are wary of crossing the president. Democrats argue the tariffs harm the economy and increase recession risks, pushing the resolution as a way to reassert congressional power.

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South Florida Weather for Wednesday 4/30/2025 12PM

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2025-04-30 11:54:10

SUMMARY: South Florida’s weather for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, features breezy conditions, with highs in the low 80s and an east breeze of 10-18 mph, gusting to 25 mph. There’s a risk of rip currents, extended through Friday, making swimming dangerous. While the day remains mostly dry with a mix of sun and clouds, isolated showers are possible. By Friday, rain chances increase, with isolated showers. The weekend brings higher chances of afternoon thunderstorms, especially on Sunday, along with rising temperatures. A 20% chance of rain is expected on Saturday, and 40% on Sunday.

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NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Wednesday afternoon will be seasonable and breezy with wind gust up to 20 mph.

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