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HCA Florida Westside “angel” nurse is credited for saving South Florida gas attendant's life
SUMMARY: A touching reunion took place in Plantation when Lewis Sanchez thanked nurse Allison Seamore, who saved his life after she recognized his heart issues while off duty at a gas station. After noticing Sanchez’s chest pains, Seamore used her stethoscope and urged him to go to the hospital. Unsure if he would follow through, she returned to ensure he got prompt treatment. At HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Sanchez underwent immediate surgery to replace a heart valve. Grateful for her intervention, he expressed that her actions gave him a new lease on life, considering it the best Christmas gift.
CBS New Miami’s Steve Maugeri was on hand for the tearful reunion with nurse Alison Seecoomar and patient Luis Sanchez-Mendia HCA Florida Westside.. She had noticed something was wrong when he went to a gas station where he was an attendant.
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Florida’s Brendan Bett planning to apologize to USF player he spit at after loss
SUMMARY: Florida defensive lineman Brendan Bett plans to apologize after being ejected for spitting at a South Florida player during an 18-16 loss. Coach Billy Napier said Bett is remorseful, acknowledging his mistake and its negative impact on the team’s image. Bett will face internal discipline and is expected to publicly apologize and personally reach out to the player he spat on. The incident occurred late in the game, contributing to Florida’s defeat. This follows similar spitting incidents in football and soccer recently. Teammates defended Bett’s character, emphasizing his regret and commitment to learning from the mistake. Suspension for the next game remains undecided.
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Trump celebrates West Point alumni group canceling award ceremony to honor Tom Hanks
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump praised West Point alumni for canceling an award ceremony honoring actor Tom Hanks, labeling Hanks as “destructive” and “WOKE.” Hanks was set to receive the 2025 Sylvanus Thayer Award, recognizing outstanding service aligned with West Point’s values. The cancellation reflects ongoing tensions as Trump seeks to influence military and educational institutions, including West Point’s recent policy changes on hiring and diversity programs. Hanks, known for his support of Democratic causes and criticism of Trump, has been active in political advocacy. West Point emphasized focusing on its core mission of preparing military leaders amid the controversy.
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Orlando bar employee arrested after allegedly stabbing patron 10 times over tab
SUMMARY: Jason Rosario, a man training to be a bartender at Grumpy’s Underground in Orlando’s Mills 50 district, was arrested after allegedly stabbing a patron ten times over a bar tab dispute. The victim was stabbed in the back and head following an argument about charges for drinks not received. The bar owner, Amanda Fields, who was present during the incident, described the event as shocking and uncharacteristic of the area. Rosario had only trained a few times and was never officially employed. The victim is expected to recover, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the case.
An Orlando bar employee has been arrested after he allegedly stabbed a patron 10 times following an argument over a bar tab last weekend. Jason Rosario, 30, faces an attempted second-degree murder charge.
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