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Two of the world’s most destructive termite species got together to make a hybrid. Now they are taking hold in Florida
SUMMARY: Scientists at the University of Florida have confirmed that two destructive invasive termite species, the Formosan and Asian subterranean termites, are hybridizing in South Florida. This hybridization, documented after over a decade of monitoring, raises concerns about increased spread and intensified structural damage. Genetic testing identified hybrid termites swarming since 2021, and in 2024, an established hybrid colony was found in Fort Lauderdale. The termites’ cryptic nature delayed detection, and established hybrids are likely widespread in urban South Florida. This phenomenon, also occurring in Taiwan, could expand beyond Florida, complicating termite control and potentially exacerbating economic impacts.
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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to block watchdog access to DOGE documents
SUMMARY: The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to block court orders requiring Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to disclose documents to a watchdog group. The Justice Department argues DOGE, key to Trump’s government overhaul, is a presidential advisory body exempt from the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington sued, citing DOGE’s broad, opaque powers affecting federal contracts and employees. A federal judge ruled DOGE likely holds more than advisory power, ordering disclosures by June 13. The administration called the orders overly broad and intrusive, appealing for swift Supreme Court intervention amid ongoing legal battles against Trump’s agenda.
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President Trump’s Golden Dome missile program, GOP budget push
SUMMARY: Republicans in Congress are working to pass President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” before Memorial Day, with the House vote potentially happening today. The bill’s success depends on securing support from conservative Republicans, with President Trump actively pushing for votes. A key component of the bill is a \$25 billion request for the Golden Dome missile defense program, a concept similar to the Iron Dome in Israel. The bill faces internal GOP divisions, with conservatives concerned about insufficient cuts and moderates fearing cuts are too extreme. The challenge lies in balancing these differing views to ensure passage.

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the Golden Dome missile defense system. Trump says the project will cost a total of $175 billion – $25 billion initial investment and another $150 billion to be budgeted over the course of two years. In addition, Trump’s “big, beautiful budget” plan remains mired in uncertainty despite a last minute, in-person pitch to House Republicans.
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Deadly wrong-way crash on Sawgrass Expressway in Sunrise
SUMMARY: A deadly wrong-way crash occurred early this morning on the Sawgrass Expressway in Sunrise, near Oakland Park Boulevard. A driver traveling southbound in the northbound lanes collided with a tractor trailer, resulting in the driver’s death. Fire crews responded to the scene, where the red sedan was severely damaged. Traffic in the area has been heavily impacted, with vehicles forced to exit at Oakland Park Boulevard. Drivers heading northbound are advised to take alternate routes like Hiatus Road or Knob Hill Road to avoid the traffic congestion caused by the crash.

Sunrise Fire Rescue said the driver of a passenger car was heading south in the northbound lanes and crashed head-on into a tractor-trailer near Oakland Park Boulevard.
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