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CBS News
16 hours ago
- Climate
- CBS News
A couple, new to South Florida, get ready to withstand their first hurricane season
People new to Florida are getting ready for their first hurricane season People new to Florida are getting ready for their first hurricane season People new to Florida are getting ready for their first hurricane season The 2025 hurricane season is now underway. With an average of more than 1,200 people moving to Florida each day, many will be experiencing their first season in the state. Two of those people are Joe Rosen and Darlene Turner. The couple got married and moved to West Palm Beach at the end of 2024. From picking mangoes in their backyard to taking their pup to the dog park, they are soaking it all in. Rosen is from Canada, and Turner is from Vermont. "I mean, sure, we have to batten down the hatches, and we've got to gather anything that can be thrown around that's outdoors. That I know," said Rosen. The couple said they've heard a lot about hurricanes from their neighbors. "They really said they can be really bad, sometimes they're not so bad," said Turner. She and Rosen said the best advice they received was on how to prepare for the hurricane season. "Some people say they get generators. Make sure you've got canned food and bottled water, and a transistor radio," Rosen said. "So we're going to have to get all of that." The couple said they have some food and bottled water, but will be getting more. They also plan to pay extra attention to the news this season to make sure they are aware and informed. If a storm is headed this way, the couple plans to shore up their home and stay put, unless they're told to evacuate. The two said that as they get ready for the season, they hope it will be calm in South Florida. "I'm going to do a lot of praying come hurricane season," said Rosen.
Associated Press
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Countdown to Terror: New Book 'Murder.net' Delivers Gripping Cyber-Thriller for the Dark Web Era
When murders are livestreamed for paying viewers, every second counts. is a chilling thriller about the dark web's deadly side. WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 / / -- A chilling new thriller pulls readers deep into the darkest corners of the internet. - Countdown to The Next Nightmare by author John Colascione is a pulse-pounding ride through a digital nightmare—where a sadistic killer livestreams his murders to the highest bidder, and the countdown to the next victim is always ticking. When LAPD intern Amanda Curtis joins the Homicide Bureau, she's prepared for crime scenes and long hours—but nothing could prepare her for The Headhunter. This ruthless predator targets young women with promises of fame, only to broadcast their brutal deaths live on a dark-web platform called Each murder is staged with chilling precision. Each broadcast ends in silence, save for a blood-red countdown clock marking the time until the next killing. As Amanda and her mentor, Detective Michael Peters, chase a killer who's always one step ahead, they must navigate the tangled world of cybercrime, media frenzy, and their own growing personal tensions. Every clue brings them closer—until the killer turns his game on them. ' is more than a thriller,' says Colascione. 'It's a warning shot about how easily technology can become a tool for terror—and how the dark web blurs the lines between entertainment and horror.' is available now in paperback and Kindle editions on Amazon. For fans of dark, high-stakes thrillers like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and The Bone Collector, is a must-read exploration of obsession, technology, and the dangerous games played in the digital shadows. For orders and information: For media inquiries, review copies, or interviews, please email [email protected] About the Author John Colascione is a digital entrepreneur, author, and founder of SEARCHEN NETWORKS®, a leading digital marketing agency specializing in search engine optimization (SEO) and web marketing solutions. With over two decades of experience navigating the evolving landscape of online technology, Colascione brings a unique insider's perspective to the dark web thriller His work explores the intersection of technology, media, and human behavior—drawing from real-world insights into how digital platforms can both empower and endanger society. John Colascione Searchen Networks® +1 561-370-7366 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
West Palm Beach police: Juvenile killed in shooting was recording social-media video
A juvenile who was killed in a shooting May 25 in West Palm Beach was recording a social-media video with friends when a gun discharged accidentally, police said. In a statement released May 28, police said the preliminary investigation showed that a group of juveniles had gathered inside a small bathroom early on the morning of May 25 and had multiple firearms present. At some point while recording the video, the weapon discharged, fatally striking the victim. Police did not say what led the gun to fire. Investigators said the shooting occurred at about 12:15 a.m. at a residence on the 1400 block of Douglass Avenue, just north of Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard. Police did not the disclose the name, age or gender of the juvenile who died, or say whether any of the other juveniles or the owner of the home will face charges. At this time, there is no indication that the shooting was targeted or that there is any threat to the community, police said. As the end of the school year approaches for Palm Beach County public schools, police urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant in monitoring their child's activities, both online and in person. "The presence of firearms in social gatherings among youth continues to pose a grave danger, particularly when mixed with unsupervised social media content creation," city police said in their statement. More: 14-year-old facing murder charge after Riviera Beach police find man shot to death The West Palm Beach death occurred days after a 14-year-old girl in Washington, D.C., accidentally shot and killed herself while recording a video for social media, according to a USA TODAY report. A preliminary investigation by the Metropolitan Police for the District of Columbia showed that a gun went off and struck the girl in the upper body as she was handling the weapon on the evening of May 21. A 15-year-old boy who was among several teens present during that incident was charged with possession of an unregistered firearm and tampering with physical evidence, according to published reports. 'This is a devastating reminder of the dangers of weapons getting into the hands of young people in our city, and our hearts go out to the family and friends of the decedent,' D.C. Chief of Police Pamela A. Smith said in a statement to reporters. 'Firearms are not toys or props, and they must be properly secured in a place where they can only be accessed by lawful gun owners.' The West Palm Beach incident remains under investigation and police are asking anyone with additional information to contact Detective Aaron Sam at 561-822-1675, or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477) or by visiting the Crime Stoppers website. Julius Whigham II is a criminal justice and public safety reporter for The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at jwhigham@ and follow him on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, at @JuliusWhigham. Help support our work: Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Police: Juvenile killed in shooting was filming video for social media
The Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Melania Trump slams online rumors that Trump's vendetta against Harvard is due to Barron
In a highly unusual move, First Lady Melania Trump made a public statement to deny claims that her husband decided to go to war with Harvard University because the school allegedly rejected their son, Barron, last Spring. Social media rumors began circulating last week after Trump froze $2.65 billion in federal grants and attempted to block international students from enrolling at the university—a move that a U.S. judge later blocked on Friday. Users on X were quick to react to Trump's drastic measures, with some even suggesting that the president is jealous that former President Barack Obama's daughter, Malia, is a Harvard graduate. Melania's spokesperson, Nick Clemens, told The Palm Beach Post: 'Barron did not apply to Harvard, and any assertion that he, or that anyone on his behalf, applied is completely false,' on Tuesday. After being 'accepted to a lot of colleges,' Donald Trump confirmed in September last year that his youngest son would attend NYU's Stern School to study a degree in business, where annual tuition starts at about $62,700 per year. An X user named Doug Wahl was among those who claimed the MAGA outrage towards Harvard is because the school would not accept Barron. 'It's as simple as this. Barron was rejected by Harvard. Malia got in!' Wahl said. 'MAGA hates that! It makes their racist blood boil! This is the reason the Trump administration is going after the University- it's nothing more than this.' The 6ft 7in teen graduated from West Palm Beach, Florida's Oxbridge Academy in May 2024. Trump told The Daily Mail at the time that his son had intended to follow in his father's footsteps at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, but ultimately opted for NYU. Barron will graduate from NYU Stern in 2028. On Tuesday, the Trump administration doubled down on its attacks on Harvard, revealing that it would slash contracts worth approximately $100 million with Harvard after the university refused to back down to the president's demands. Last week, Harvard announced that it was suing the WhiteHouse for 'a blatant violation of the First Amendment' after the attempted elimination of the F-1 student visa exchange program. Just a month earlier, Harvard's lawyers released a statement defending the institution after Trump demanded they crack down on antisemitism, writing: 'The university will not surrender its independence or relinquish its constitutional rights. Neither Harvard nor any other private university can allow itself to be taken over by the federal government,' they said. 'Accordingly, Harvard will not accept the government's terms as an agreement in principle.' The university stated that it would remain 'open to dialogue about what the university has done and is planning to do.' It refused to yield to the demands of the Trump administration.
Hospitality Net
5 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Zachary Mason has been appointed Director of Restaurants and Bars at Hilton West Palm Beach
Hilton West Palm Beach has announced Zachary Mason as its new Director of Restaurants and Bars to lead the continued growth and enhancement of the hotel's dining concepts in thriving downtown West Palm Beach. In his new role, Mason will spearhead daily operations for all Hilton West Palm Beach venues, retail operations, meetings and events and in-room dining. Most recently, Mason led operations at La Luce, the signature restaurant at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. Known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients and authentic Italian flavors, La Luce flourished under his leadership. Before that, he served as General Manager at Renata's Hearth, an upscale, Latin-influenced eatery tucked inside The Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, in Phoenix, Arizona. Originally from Gilbert, Arizona, Mason holds an associate's degree in General Business from Chandler-Gilbert Community College. A current Wellington resident, he enjoys exploring South Florida's culinary scene, cooking and watching motocross racing. Hilton West Palm Beach is located at 600 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. To learn more, visit
