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ROME (AP) — Italy on Tuesday put on display one of the best known examples of Etruscan painting, panels from a tomb that it acquired for 15 million euros ($17 million) in the Culture Ministry’s buying spree of big-ticket pieces of the country’s cultural heritage. The ministry announced in May that i
(CNN) — A fossil that was sitting in a collection drawer for decades has been found to belong to the first dinosaur remains ever discovered in Antarctica. The vertebra or backbone was found in 1985 by a British Antarctic Survey (BAS) expedition, but was initially assessed as belonging to a large rep
Tickets to the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup may be scarce and very expensive, but there are several ways soccer fans can watch all 104 matches scheduled across the United States, Mexico and Canada in the tournament now underway. "Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super Bowl every single day for five week
Rain chances are set to be higher in the forecast with the heat staying the same.
The candidates who are hoping to replace Frederica Wilson in Congress held the townhall.
One person was arrested after two men were stabbed and killed in a Lauderhill neighborhood on Tuesday morning, according to police."Unbelievable right now," said one neighbor who goes by the name Stennett. According to the Lauderhill Police Department, someone alerted officers that a man had attempt
GEM is asking the public to donate supplies to Venezuela, but has said they have enough water.
While Americans prepare to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, historians say one of the most overlooked chapters of the Revolutionary War is Florida's role, or more accurately, its decision not to join the fight for independence.On July 4, 1776, Florida was not a single U.S. territory but two
The highly anticipated wedding celebration for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce is expected to take place at Madison Square Garden this week, two sources familiar with the plans told CNN Tuesday. The sources described plans for two events at the iconic arena in midtown Manhattan. The first event, descr
Deputies have given the all-clear at Miami International Airport after an unattended item prompted concern for travelers. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Concourse J on Tuesday afternoon to investigate the item. During their investigation, which included the MDSO Bomb Squad, the ar
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in finding a 59-year-old man who was reported missing from Miami. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, Robert Russell Daniels was last seen at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday in the 12400 block of Northwest 23rd Court. He was last seen wearing bl
If you’re looking for a Florida getaway beyond Miami, The Palm Beaches offer a little something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for waterfront dining, a quiet beach day, or a chance to learn about Florida’s incredible sea life, Steph Michaels has the scoop on some local favorites. Steph Michael
If you still need Fourth of July plans. South Florida has many ways to celebrate. From water park fun and fireworks to rooftop vibes on South Beach, Deco has the sparkling details on a couple of spots bringing the red, white, and boom. It’s time to celebrate America’s birthday, South Florida style!
The Broward Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting involving its deputies that left an armed suspect dead Monday night after authorities say he fled from deputies, refused repeated commands to drop his weapon and attempted to point a gun at law enforcement in Davie.The shooting happened shortl
June wraps up with hotter than typical temperatures! Our south Florida highs have been overachieving since June 12 with a heat wave that remains intact. What’s more impressive than scorching temperatures has been the lack of rain. Ft. Lauderdale only recorded 1-inch of rainfall for the entire month
As families across South Florida prepare to celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, officials in Broward delivered a stark reminder of what could happen if fireworks are mishandled. While the celebratory booms and flashes of fireworks are a staple of Fourth of July traditions, Fort Lauderdale Public
Survivors of last week's twin earthquakes in La Guaira, Venezuela, are mourning the loss of thousands of lives and thousands more missing as concerns grow regarding the structural integrity of the region's public housing.Nearly 2,000 people are confirmed dead, with tens of thousands still missing fo
On Tuesday night, Ariana Grande fans will be screaming their hearts out. The “Eternal Sunshine” tour is here in SoFlo! Deco’s Alex Miranda stopped by Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise to channel his inner “Dangerous Woman.” South Florida, you’ve got one less problem Tuesday night because Ariana Grande i
A long and dangerous heat wave will blast a large swath of the United States this week, the National Weather Service said, with temperatures rising ahead of the July Fourth holiday and feeling even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.The heat dome is expected to build over th
Lionel Messi has his hands — and feet full — playing for Argentina in the World Cup. He somehow found time to hang out with everybody’s friendly, neighborhood superhero. Messi and Tom Holland teamed up to squeeze a little more juice out of the publicity campaign for “Spiderman: Brand New Day.” The l
Rain chances could increase as we get into the holiday weekend.
LeBron James, widely considered to be one of the greatest players in NBA history, will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and play elsewhere during the 2026-2027 season, his agent confirmed to CBS LA.The 41-year-old free agent spent eight seasons on the team and led the franchise to its 17th NBA champions
Nearly 2,000 people are confirmed dead, with tens of thousands still missing following the earthquakes. For residents like Kristine Villarroel, the disaster has been deeply personal; she lost her father, stepmother and 6-year-old stepbrother when their apartment building collapsed.
Plantation police are investigating after a child was found dead inside a vehicle Monday evening at an early childhood education center.Officers and firefighters responded just before 5:40 p.m. to A World of Discovery Academy, located at 7025 Northwest 4th Street, after receiving a report of a child
A repeat criminal is behind bars again after police said he exposed himself to a person while riding a scooter in South Miami. South Miami Police arrested 38-year-old Anthony Gonzalez for the April 28 incident. According to police, the incident happened in a South Miami hospital parking garage when
American workers' share of the economic pie has fallen to its lowest level since at least 1947, when the federal government began tracking the data, according to an analysis by Federal Reserve economists. The measure, known as "labor share of income," tracks how much of the nation's economic output
A family of four is seeking new shelter after flames erupted inside their home, leaving them displaced. Miami Fire Rescue responded to the home along Northwest 67th Court near Tamiami Court Road on Tuesday morning. Firefighters said the flames damaged a ceiling and a bathroom before they were able t
Gov. Ron DeSantis introduced a statue of President Abraham Lincoln in The Villages as part of Florida's ongoing effort to mark the nation's 250th anniversary on Tuesday.DeSantis acknowledged that the 16th president didn't have a "direct" impact on Florida in terms of appearances, but "we felt that i
Florida's local law enforcement agencies have been required by state law to assist the federal government in immigration enforcement for over a year.But some agencies, including some of the largest sheriffs and police departments in the state, still aren't participating.At a State Immigration Enforc
Volunteers at the Global Empowerment Mission in Doral continue to work non-stop gathering relief supplies and sending them to those affected by the disaster in Venezuela. GEM Founder Michael Capponi, who has been on the ground in Venezuela for days, has assured people that the items are reaching the
Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to put some distance between himself and a property tax measure he pushed for that is going before voters in November.DeSantis said Monday he will vote for the ballot item regarding homestead property taxes, but "what the Legislature did wasn't my proposal.""If someone as
A Homestead man is facing multiple felony charges after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office detectives accused him of participating in a burglary ring that stole infotainment systems from Dodge Ram trucks at a Kendall dealership, causing thousands of dollars in losses and damage. Josmanny Alexis Valdez, 25,
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Erling Haaland scored the deciding goal in the 86th minute and Norway won a knockout game at the World Cup for the first time, advancing to the round of 16 with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Tuesday. Three defenders converged on Patrick Berg as he moved into the penalty b
Formidable France is back on the field for the World Cup round of 32, welcoming its coach back to the sideline after a one-game absence. So is Norway, which rowed into North Texas for its first knockout match in 28 years. Meanwhile, host Mexico hopes a raucous home crowd and playing at altitude can
The Florida Panthers traded for their second goaltender in as many days, acquiring Jacob Markstrom in a deal with the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday that all but certainly signals the end of Sergei Bobrovsky’s storied run in South Florida. The Panthers sent Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist and the right
The Department of Justice and more than a dozen states have reached a proposed settlement with three of the country's leading egg producers to resolve claims that the companies colluded to manipulate egg prices. The agreement comes after an investigation by federal antitrust enforcers and state atto
Organizations from around the world have started to mobilize to gather much-needed aid and supplies to send to Venezuela after parts of the South American nation were devastated by back-to-back earthquakes on Wednesday.As of Thursday morning, nearly 200 people were reportedly killed in the earthquak
South Florida is in for another hot and humid day Tuesday, but increasing rain chances later this week could bring some relief from the heat while also raising the risk of localized flooding.Scattered coastal showers are possible Tuesday morning before thunderstorms develop farther inland during the
It remains hot and humid across South Florida, and while there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday those chances will rise as we continue through the workweek and move closer to the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
(CNN) — LeBron James will be moving on from the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, his agent confirmed on Tuesday. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report that James told the Lakers that he would be leaving the team and entering free agency, quoting his agent Rich Paul. Other NBA insiders echoed t
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