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Report recommends ending funding for unused military base protection program | Florida

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Steve Wilson | The Center Square – 2024-11-25 09:38:00

SUMMARY: A Florida legislative report revealed that the Military Base Protection Plan, created to buffer military bases, is underutilized and overlaps with other grant programs. Since its 2012 inception, it has only purchased 8.4 acres and two easements. Military commanders often fail to respond due to proposal workload. Other programs, like the Defense Infrastructure Grant, cover similar goals, allocating millions to protect bases. Researchers suggest shutting down or reforming the program to improve engagement and focus on non-conservation lands. The report also reviewed economic and veteran training programs, noting varied success, declining sales tax exemptions, and the need for better performance tracking.

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Australia’s re-elected prime minister says voters chose unity over division

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www.news4jax.com – Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press – 2025-05-03 22:46:00

SUMMARY: Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his center-left Labor Party secured a rare second-term victory, winning at least 85 of 150 seats. Albanese emphasized unity, recalling his upbringing in public housing with his late mother. The conservative opposition, led by Peter Dutton, lost significant ground, including Dutton’s own seat, amid criticisms of divisive culture wars and unpopular nuclear power proposals. Albanese’s win marks the first consecutive election success since John Howard in 2004, ending a period of political instability. Albanese received congratulatory calls from world leaders, signaling strong international support as he begins his second term.

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Warren Buffett’s best and worst investments in his 60 years as Berkshire Hathaway CEO

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www.clickorlando.com – Josh Funk, Associated Press – 2025-05-03 16:01:00

SUMMARY: Billionaire investor Warren Buffett announced that he plans to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway by the end of 2025. Having led the company since 1965, Buffett transformed it from a textiles manufacturer into a massive conglomerate. Notable successes include investments in National Indemnity, American Express, Apple, BYD, See’s Candy, and Berkshire Hathaway Energy. However, he also faced setbacks, such as the failure of the textile mills, the poor purchase of Dexter Shoe Co., and missed opportunities like Amazon and Google. Despite some missteps, Buffett’s leadership made him a renowned figure in the investment world.

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Grand Theft Auto VI delayed again, this time until May 2026

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www.news4jax.com – Michael Casey, Associated Press – 2025-05-03 10:22:00

SUMMARY: Rockstar Games announced a delay for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI, now set for release on May 26, 2026, instead of fall 2024. The company apologized but gave no specific reasons, emphasizing the need for extra time to meet quality expectations. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, saw its shares drop nearly 7%, but CEO Strauss Zelnick supported the delay, promising a “groundbreaking” experience. Fans expressed mixed reactions, with some skeptical due to previous delays and others hopeful the fixed date signals a definitive release. The game is expected to feature a Miami-inspired Vice City and a female lead, though these details may change.

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