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YouGov survey finds just 28% back Trump in feud. Musk fared even worse at 8%.
The bickering between the world's most powerful man and the world's richest man captivated the political world on June 5, but a poll suggests the rest of the country is over the melodrama. A poll taken by YouGov asking respondents who they sided in the feud this week between President Donald Trump electric car and space guru Elon Musk found 52% saying neither. Just 28% picked the president, and a meager 8% backed Musk. Musk's support was even less than the "I don't know" response — 11%. Fewer than half, 41%, said they would back Trump's threat to cancel government contracts held by Musk's companies, with even fewer, 21%, saying they opposed such retaliation. Big Beautiful Bill fight deepens: Trump threatens Musk over federal contracts, subsidies Asked if they believed Trump and Musk will reconcile and work together again, 28% said yes and 31% replied no – 41% Moreover, just 35% said they thought the United States would be better served by the two men working together while 31% replied the national interest was better served with the two engaged in conflict. Another 35% said they were not sure. YouGov surveyed 3,812 adults in the poll after a day's worth of sharp salvos and bitter insults on social media. Antonio Fins is a politics and business editor at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at afins@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: YouGov poll on Donald Trump and Elon Musk feud
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3 days ago
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Lion Country Safari welcomes two female African lion cubs, launches live cub cam
Lion Country Safari, the drive-through park that is home to more than 85 species of animals in Loxahatchee, celebrated the birth of two African lion cubs in April, 2025. The cubs are currently bonding with their mother in a private area and are expected to make their public debut in the lion habitat in the coming months. They received their first health check on May 6, and the park's animal care staff say both cubs are in good health and developing well. The park is home to a pride of 12 African lions — five males and seven females — the largest group of its kind under human care within Association of Zoos and Aquariums institutions. The lions live in a 6-acre habitat equipped with specialized dens for birthing and daily care. The female cubs, sired by 10-year-old Vander and 5-year-old Mara, are currently unnamed. The park is inviting the public to vote for their favorite names on Lion Country Safari's website. Click here to vote For the first time in the park's nearly 60-year history, a live 'Cub Cam' has been launched, allowing global viewers to watch the cubs nurse, play, and grow in real time. Click here for the live stream Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Lion Country Safari zoo welcomes African lion cubs, livestream cub cam
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29-04-2025
- Business
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Five things to know about the county's $100,000 down payment plan for first-time home buyers
For first-time eligible homeowners, a state program administered by the county is offering residents up to $100,000 that can be used as a down payment toward the purchase of a home. The State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program is a Florida-based initiative that offers a huge assist for affordable housing. The goal is to help low and moderate-income families access affordable homeownership and rental housing. Local governments receive funds based on a population-based formula and then counties must outline their strategies. Funds are awarded as a deferred loan secured by a recorded mortgage, but the loan is forgiven at the end of the 30-year term. Here are five things to know and how the process works: The online application portal will open Monday, May 5 and close Friday, May 23, or until 100 applications have been submitted. About 40 awards are expected to be issued this year, with most of them at the $100,000 level. The program is only for first-time homebuyers, according to Sherrian Smith, who helps oversee the program. The county's allocation this year from the state is $3 million. Applications must be submitted online and will be processed on a first-submitted, first-qualified, first-served basis, subject to the money being available. Applicants must have a valid drivers' license or state identification card for all adult household members. An applicant may not currently own or have liquid assets exceeding $200,000. You can check the documents checklist webpage and also a list of eligibility requirements. Other things to know: A valid email address is required. Only one application per household will be considered. If the application is missing documents, the application will be marked incomplete. The applicant must complete and upload all required fields on the application for all household members 18 years and older. The application can be completed on a computer, laptop, smartphone, tablet or iPad. Internet Explorer does not support the application portal. Once someone is approved, the applicant must then find a house that falls within the program's guidelines and obtain a first mortgage for it. It is expected to take up to six weeks for county officials to begin making awards. The loan is forgiven at the end of the five-year term. Payment is deferred until one of the following events occurs: Sale of the property, transfer of property, property is no longer owner occupied or term has expired. The SHIP program in Palm Beach County is overseen by the county Department of Housing and Economic Development, Mortgage and Housing Investments. For more information about the program, applicants should visit the department's website. Mike Diamond is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. He covers Palm Beach County government and issues impacting homeowner associations. You can reach him at mdiamond@ Help support local journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: 5 things to know about $100,000 down payment plan for first-time homeowners
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28-04-2025
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Boca Bash 2025: Videos, pictures from wild boat party on Lake Boca Raton
Boaters and partygoers crowded Lake Boca Raton on Sunday, April 27, for Boca Bash 2025, an annual unsanctioned event that signals the start of South Florida's summer season. Photos from the event show hundreds of vessels anchored close together, with attendees on floats and boat decks under clear skies. Law enforcement maintained an increased presence on the water, but no major incidents were reported as of late Sunday, April 27. Boca Bash, which has drawn criticism in the past for safety concerns, once again brought visitors from across the region for a day of music, partying, and celebration on the lake. Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Boca Bash 2025: Pictures, video of Lake Boca boat party in Florida
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24-04-2025
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Boca Bash is back. Wildest, most iconic images of boat party through the years in Florida
Boca Bash 2025 is almost here, bringing a full day of boats, bikinis, and booze on Lake Boca Raton. What started as a private gathering has grown into a massive celebration that draws crowds to Boca Raton each year. But what happens at Boca Bash doesn't always stay at Boca Bash. Over the years, the event has led to arrests, environmental damage, and even a few viral moments. The event gained national attention last year after a video of teens dumping pounds of trash into Lake Boca Raton, seen above, went viral on social media. Here's a look at Boca Bash through the years. The annual party takes place on the last Sunday in April. This year it's April 27. The unofficial boat party is held on Lake Boca Raton in Florida. Lake Boca Raton is located in Palm Beach County and is a popular area for boating. However, it is not easy to anchor because boats often find nothing to grip except soft sand. Boats can often drift. The inlet leads to a channel of more active water, which eventually flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Boca Bash 2025: Photos of boat party on Lake Boca Raton, Florida
