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I've Lived in Florida for 35 Years—These Are My Favorite Affordable Beach Vacations in the Sunshine State

With a warm climate year-round and 1,350 miles of coastline, Florida has lots of places to enjoy a beach vacation. There are deep shipwrecks, big waves, and surf culture on the Atlantic side, and sugar-white sand and eco paradises filled with mangroves and wildlife on the west side.

Eight Edinburgh hotels Oasis fans can still book for last minute accommodation

The Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG still has rooms free for those looking to book last-minute accommodation for Oasis. As its name suggests, it is located steps from Edinburgh Zoo—but Murrayfield is also just a short distance away.

The Wrap: Nuclear Power, Primary Elections, Vaccines and Insurance

Get “The Wrap,” our take on the news of the week, in your inbox every Tuesday. Sign up at June 9 to 15 Nuclear Power to Surge A recent report by Goldman Sachs Research predicts an upcoming surge in worldwide investment in nuclear power generation.

Taiwan News Quick Take

Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan

From Brussels to Beyond: Belgium Celebrates World Environment Day 2025

World Environment Day was marked by a range of activities and initiatives in Belgium that reflected this year’s theme: #BeatPlasticPollution.

Peru earthquake: Man killed by falling wall as 5.6 magnitude quake sparks landslide

A 36-year-old man died in northern Lima while “standing outside his vehicle waiting for a passenger” when a wall from the fourth floor of a building detached and fell on his head

What hurricane season was like the year you were born

Using NOAA data, Stacker summarized the last 100 hurricane seasons in the Atlantic Basin. See which years and storms broke records over the last century.

Angels among us | READER COMMENTARY

I think we all have angels among us, but we don’t recognize them. When people have unexpectedly assisted us at different times, I have said, “You are my angel today.” Most have loved hearing that. I’m sure, with encouragement, there is a trove of angel stories that readers could share in the paper.

South African president visits flood sites with death toll at 78 and expected to climb

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to visit the sites of devastating floods that have left at least 78 people dead in the southeast of the country.

Ocean City Air Show returns this weekend. Here are 5 things you need to know.

The Ocean City Air Show, in its 18th year, is returning to its traditional time during Father’s Day weekend and will take place Saturday and Sunday.

Ocean City has free family-friendly events throughout summer, concerts, movies and more

Fans of rock and roll fans filled in Sunset Park Thursday, July 6, 2023, for a free concert featuring Juke Box Hero, a Foreigner cover band, at Party Nights in Ocean City, Maryland. The free concert series is every Thursday this summer ending on Aug. 31.

String of gloomy weekends impacting Jersey shore businesses

"Mother Nature promises nothing!" proclaimed Kathy Kassner of Woolwich Township. The sun and blue skies had the beaches in Ocean City packed on Thursday, but this won't last for long. "C'mon Mother Nature, give us a break! We need some more sunshine!" said Linda Gullo from Northfield, N.J.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

13 South American Destinations Perfect for Summer

Warm weather feels better when you’re somewhere new, especially if that place comes with mountain views or ocean air. South America has spots that check every box for a memorable summer, whether you're after quiet escapes or bold adventures.

All 6 victims in plane crash off coast of Point Loma identified

Six people who died last weekend when the plane they were in crashed into the ocean off the coast of San Diego were publicly identified as a husband and wife and 4 men from the same immediate family.

This Maryland Airbnb Is Like Stepping onto the Set of “The Little Mermaid”

A stay at this whimsical mermaid-themed Airbnb is like stepping into a Disney movie. The two-bedroom, two-bath condo sleeps up to seven “human” guests and is the perfect spot for families, bachelorette parties, and weekend getaways. If you are mermaid-obsessed, this is the place for you!

Ocean City police showcase how drones can help save distressed swimmers

Ocean City police Lt. Mark Pancoast says the department’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems unit is vital especially when beaches are closed or unguarded as the drones can drop lifesaving gear to

What to do on your first trip from Nashville to Reykjavik, Iceland: Hotdogs and volcanoes

Since Icelandair launched its first nonstop flight from Nashville International Airport to Reykjavik, Iceland, earlier this year, more Tennesseans than ever are catching flights to the island known for its stunning volcanos, glaciers and black sand beaches.

These Are the Most Underrated Beach Spots in the United States

Life’s a beach,” said that famous ’80s t-shirt slogan — if only it were true. In reality, life is anything but. However, in a literal sense, life can be a beach across the United States, where there are beaches of all kinds.

InnovationRx: Hinge May Herald A New Wave Of Digital Health IPOs

In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at how Hinge Health’s successful IPO may be a trendsetter, Indian billionaire Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw’s ‘biosimilars’ business, RFK’s changes to Covid vaccine guidance and more.

'Her entire life was water': Son mourns after mother recovered near Noccalula Falls

Dawson Smith is mourning the loss of his mother, 51-year-old Regina Smith, after she went missing nearNoccalula Falls in the Black Creek gorge Sunday evening.

Chamber Backs Plan for Resort on Wonderland Site

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce has endorsed a proposed resort hotel complex on the city’s boardwalk at the site of the now defunct Wonderland Pier. Eustace Mita, chief executive officer of ICONA,

SpaceX launches another Starship mega rocket in latest demo after back-to-back explosions

After back-to-back explosions, SpaceX launched its mega rocket Starship again on Tuesday evening in hopes of making it through the entire test flight and releasing a series of mock satellites.

'How did you get here?' A large elephant seal is found lumbering along a South African street

A large elephant seal took a wrong turn and was seen lumbering along a street in a coastal town in South Africa, surprising residents and inspiring a rescue effort to get him back to sea.

SC judge to hear motions to dismiss Charleston lawsuit against ‘Big Oil’ for climate impacts

Charleston filed a lawsuit against 24 oil companies in 2020. Those companies submitted multiple motions to dismiss the case, which will be heard May 29 and 30.

What Is One Item ‘Made in USA’ in Each State?

So much of America's economic news in 2025 has been driven by President Donald Trump's controversial tariffs. The president's hoped-for result is that Americans will turn to products made in the

3 stabbings, 40 arrests mar Memorial Day weekend on Jersey shore

Various incidents on the boardwalk, which sits about 60 miles south of Central Park, led to more than 40 arrests over the three-day weekend, according to state assemblyman Paul Kanitra, a Republican whose district includes Seaside Heights.

Think twice before packing some big shade for your Ocean City beach trip

The city council in Ocean City, Maryland, is considering making some changes to what visitors are allowed to bring to the beach.

Families pack Ocean City, New Jersey for final shore day of long holiday weekend

People were milking the last hours of sunshine at the shore as the Memorial Day weekend came to an end. One user said the post was 'very disappointing' to see. A beloved Hollywood couple celebrated 35 years of marriage on Monday, May 26, with a video montage full of rare photos.

The US is phasing out the penny. Here are all the things that cost me 1 cent

This was the first thing I thought of Thursday after reading the sad news that the Treasury Department will finally kill the humblest of coins.

Seaside Heights Boardwalk Shut Down After Third Night of Violence and Third Stabbing

For the third consecutive night, the Seaside Heights boardwalk was the host of multiple large scale brawls, disorderly conduct, and a

Kerala rain update: Red alert in 11 districts; popular tourist spots, schools and colleges closed

The IMD has issued a red alert in 11 Kerala districts on Monday. Widespread flooding, travel disruptions, and safety warnings lead to school closures, tourism bans, and evacuation efforts across the state.

A beautiful morning in Ocean City, NJ as thousands head to the shore for Memorial Day

After a cooler than normal weekend, people in Ocean City, NJ are looking forward to a sunny and warm Memorial Day down the shore. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei reports from the boardwalk.

Mystery skull found on New Jersey beach identified as 1844 Brigantine shipwreck captain

A skull that washed ashore in 1995 and baffled investigators for decades has finally been identified as the remains of a 19th-century ship

The pleasures and pitfalls of part-time residency

Part-time expat life gives one the best of both worlds, but as they age, expats face hard decisions about whether to maintain a double life.

89 Details From the GTA 6 Trailer 2

We combed through every second of the new GTA 6 trailer to find 89 details from Rockstar's upcoming open-world epic.