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Heavy rain, gusty winds expected in Central Florida
SUMMARY: Heavy rain and gusty winds are expected across Central Florida, with rainfall moving in from the Gulf of Mexico. North Florida is already experiencing significant rain, prompting a flood watch. The rain will spread through Gainesville, Ocala, and Orlando between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., with heavy downpours, thunder, lightning, and wind gusts potentially exceeding 50 mph. The impacts will be highest from late morning to early afternoon, clearing out by 3:00 p.m. A wind advisory is in effect until 7:00 p.m. with gusts up to 40 mph. Temperatures will warm into the 80s later in the week.f
Monday is a FOX 35 Weather Impact Day due to the potential for downpours and storms late morning and midday for Central Florida.
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Israel and Iran fight over nuclear weapons
SUMMARY: Tensions between Israel and Iran escalate over nuclear weapons, with President Trump stating he may decide within two weeks whether the U.S. will strike Iran, while still leaving room for diplomacy. Israel has targeted Iranian military sites after missile attacks, with Prime Minister Netanyahu vowing to prevent Iran from destroying Israel. China urges an end to the conflict, offering to facilitate communications. Reports suggest instability within Iran’s regime, with the exiled crown prince claiming internal collapse. Iran’s foreign minister plans talks in Geneva. Meanwhile, rescue missions are underway to evacuate 1,500 Americans from the Middle East, some arriving in Tampa, Florida.
After a week of fighting between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trumps says he could decide within the next two weeks whether the United States will strike Iran, keeping the chance of more negotiations open. Trump has maintained that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.
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Billionaire Mark Walter, set to own controlling stake in Lakers, built fortune in investing
SUMMARY: Mark Walter, set to gain controlling interest in the Los Angeles Lakers, is CEO of Guggenheim Partners, managing over \$325 billion in assets. With a net worth of \$6.1 billion, he ranks No. 216 on Forbes 400. Walter holds business and law degrees but chose business, co-founding Liberty Hampshire in the 1990s, which merged into Guggenheim. He also co-founded TWG Global, owning finance, insurance, aerospace, and sports franchises including the Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and auto racing teams. TWG recently partnered with Palantir and Elon Musk’s xAI for AI development. Walter and his wife are active philanthropists supporting multiple organizations.
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9-year-old girl who survived shark attack recounts terrifying moments and her recovery
SUMMARY: 9-year-old Leah Melnick was attacked by a shark while swimming at Boca Grande Beach, leaving her hand nearly severed. She recounted the terrifying moment, saying her hand was covered in blood and she screamed for her mom. Bystanders and first responders quickly acted, and Leah was airlifted to Tampa General Hospital. Doctors were able to revascularize her hand within 4.5 hours, crucial for recovery and future function. Though her healing continues, doctors are optimistic she’ll regain full use of her hand. Her parents called it a miracle, and Leah, determined and brave, says she’ll return to the water someday.
It’s hard to imagine from her smiling face the unimaginable experience 9-year-old Leah Lendel has gone through.
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