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Crooked Can Brewing Company has a Minneola location listed as coming soon at 1600 Crooked Can Loop.
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FOX NEWS LISA DAFTARI: Lindsey Graham understood America's role in the world — and why it matters VILLAGES-NEWS Nighttime storm clouds light up over Lake Sumter Landing VILLAGES-NEWS Villagers should be courteous and properly dispose of pet waste FOX NEWS Kelly Osbourne stuns in corseted swimsuit on yacht months after shutting down body-shaming critics BBC Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest VILLAGES-NEWS Lindsey Graham was a passionate voice for freedom and liberty FOX NEWS Joe Rogan calls out 'crazy' kick attempt by Conor McGregor that led to injury: 'You don't do that' BBC At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire LIVESCIENCE 'The moon looked wrong': Artemis II mission controller Chris White on taking historic lunar flyby photos from 250,000 miles away TECHCRUNCH TechCrunch Mobility: A robotaxi ultimatum BBC Londoners face hidden poverty premium, study says FOX NEWS LISA DAFTARI: Lindsey Graham understood America's role in the world — and why it matters VILLAGES-NEWS Nighttime storm clouds light up over Lake Sumter Landing VILLAGES-NEWS Villagers should be courteous and properly dispose of pet waste FOX NEWS Kelly Osbourne stuns in corseted swimsuit on yacht months after shutting down body-shaming critics BBC Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest VILLAGES-NEWS Lindsey Graham was a passionate voice for freedom and liberty FOX NEWS Joe Rogan calls out 'crazy' kick attempt by Conor McGregor that led to injury: 'You don't do that' BBC At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire LIVESCIENCE 'The moon looked wrong': Artemis II mission controller Chris White on taking historic lunar flyby photos from 250,000 miles away TECHCRUNCH TechCrunch Mobility: A robotaxi ultimatum BBC Londoners face hidden poverty premium, study says
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Nighttime storm clouds light up over Lake Sumter Landing
A powerful lightning strike extends from a towering cell of storm clouds during the night at Lake Sumter Landing. The photograph captures the bright electrical flash contrasting against the dark...
Villagers should be courteous and properly dispose of pet waste
Villagers should always pick up after their pets and dispose of pet waste in their household trash or in a designated container. Read more: Villagers should be courteous and properly...
Lindsey Graham was a passionate voice for freedom and liberty
Congressman Daniel Webster offers a remembrance of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham who passed away suddenly over the weekend. Read more: Lindsey Graham was a passionate voice for freedom and liberty
Alligator with a big smile in Lake County
Check out this great photo of a smiling alligator taken in Lake County. Thanks to Deb Ward for sharing! Read more: Alligator with a big smile in Lake County
Plumber on coffee break uses handicapped spot at Dunkin’ in The Villages
A plumber on a coffee break parked his van in a handicapped spot at a Dunkin’ Donuts. Share your Bad Parking photos at news@villages-news.com Read more: Plumber on coffee break uses...
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LISA DAFTARI: Lindsey Graham understood America's role in the world — and why it matters
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at 71 after returning home from Ukraine, leaving a massive void in U.S. foreign policy on Iran, Israel and Russia.
Kelly Osbourne stuns in corseted swimsuit on yacht months after shutting down body-shaming critics
Kelly Osbourne posed in a white swimsuit on a yacht months after slamming body shamers who scrutinized her appearance amid grieving Ozzy Osbourne.
Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest
Police say they are not looking for anyone else after a 28-year-old man was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
Learning another language may keep your brain younger, study suggests
Bilingual participants had brains appearing six years younger, while those speaking four languages showed brains that were roughly 13 years younger.
Tears of joy & Tiger text as Kim wins, but McIlroy has problem to fix
Tom Kim excels in the final round to claim his first title in three years with a two-shot victory at the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open.
World
At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire
Firefighters arrived at the scene in the Chatuchak district to find patrons running through blasting flames to escape.
Anthony Zurcher: From Trump critic to ally, Lindsey Graham was a political survivor of the Maga era
The senator's career was marked by a willingness to adapt to America's dramatically changing political climate, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.
South Africa says more than 53,000 foreigners deported in migration campaign
South Africa is cracking down on undocumented migrants following widespread anti-immigration protests.
US senator and close Trump ally Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness'
Donald Trump pays tribute to the 71-year-old South Carolina senator, calling him a "true American patriot" who will be "greatly missed".
US insists Strait of Hormuz is open as it exchanges strikes with Iran
Iranian forces earlier said the Strait was closed and launched wide-ranging attacks at US allies and bases in the region.
Politics
Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest
Police say they are not looking for anyone else after a 28-year-old man was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
From 'disgrace' to 'family': Trump's remarkable journey with Lindsey Graham
Trump revealed he spoke with Sen. Lindsey Graham the night before his sudden death at 71, believing it may have been the senator's last call.
Ann Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so far
The former MP was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday morning.
Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs
The crush at the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest left 97 fans dead.
A bin, two foxes and a fish finger: The candidates fighting Clacton
The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.
Tech & AI
TechCrunch Mobility: A robotaxi ultimatum
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
Rescue robot of tomorrow may be a cockroach in scuba suit
The flexible diving suit lets cyborg cockroaches survive underwater for up to three hours, opening new possibilities for flood and earthquake rescue.
Google may use your photos and voice to train AI
The new Save Media setting allows Google to use your Google Lens images, voice searches and uploaded files to train AI models for four years.
Reed Jobs would rather talk about curing cancer than his last name
When we last sat down with Jobs at TechCrunch Disrupt nearly three years ago, his firm Yosemite was brand new and biotech was still reeling from its post-pandemic crash. Now,...
This slushie machine was a lifesaver during NYC’s heat wave
Last weekend’s brutal NYC heat wave had me craving a frozen drink almost every afternoon. Normally, that would mean sweating through a walk to 7-Eleven for a slurpee. This time,...
Science
'The moon looked wrong': Artemis II mission controller Chris White on taking historic lunar flyby photos from 250,000 miles away
Artemis II lead communications officer Chris White describes the tensest and most shocking moments of the historic moon mission, as seen from his desk at mission control in Houston.
AI is giving people bad money advice. Here's what I worry about most, as a finance professor.
When managing your money, take a chatbot's ‘confidence’ with a grain of salt
18 ancient Egyptian tombs with dozens of gold 'tongues' discovered along the Mediterranean coast
Archaeologists have found 18 tombs at an ancient Egyptian site by the Mediterranean coast of Egypt.
Venezuela's devastating 'earthquake doublet' holds a warning for California's San Andreas Fault
The Venezuelan earthquake doublet is a stark reminder that multi-fault systems may pose greater destructive power than some seismic models predict.
James Webb telescope captures never-before-seen glimpse of 'Centaur' galaxy's battle wounds — Space photo of the week
An JWST image of the nearby Centaurus A galaxy reveals star dust, collision scars and the fingerprint of a black hole.
Sports
Joe Rogan calls out 'crazy' kick attempt by Conor McGregor that led to injury: 'You don't do that'
Joe Rogan said a jumping roundhouse kick attempt in the opening round of UFC 329 put devastating pressure on Conor McGregor's knee in his loss to Max Holloway.
WWE star Rhea Ripley reveals slight tear in her meniscus keeping her out of action
Rhea Ripley revealed a meniscus tear has kept her off "Friday Night SmackDown" for over a month, with no clear timeline for her return to defend her title.
Jannik Sinner tops Alexander Zverev in four sets to defend his Wimbledon crown again in London
A dramatic slip by Alexander Zverev on a drop shot proved pivotal as Jannik Sinner claimed his fifth Grand Slam title and second straight Wimbledon crown.
Tom Kim fires a 64 to claim Genesis Scottish Open title and end near-three-year PGA Tour victory drought
Tom Kim's Genesis Scottish Open victory ends a nearly three-year winless drought and secures automatic berths in the 2027 Masters and PGA Championship.
Phillies' Zack Wheeler declines late All-Star Game invite after complaining about snub
Zack Wheeler declined a late MLB All-Star Game invitation as an injury replacement, saying he was "not gonna be the fifth option" after the snub.
Entertainment
Kelly Osbourne stuns in corseted swimsuit on yacht months after shutting down body-shaming critics
Kelly Osbourne posed in a white swimsuit on a yacht months after slamming body shamers who scrutinized her appearance amid grieving Ozzy Osbourne.
Harrison Ford turns heads with toned physique during Los Angeles bike ride
Harrison Ford, 83, was spotted on a solo bike ride in Los Angeles, revealing his muscular physique and proving his fitness routine still delivers.
Ella Langley sizzles in denim shorts for latest American Eagle campaign
Ella Langley shared behind-the-scenes photos from her American Eagle denim campaign, modeling jean shorts and cowboy boots inside a rustic barn.
‘Odyssey' stars Zendaya, Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon turn heads as director Christopher Nolan faces backlash
Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron and Lupita Nyong'o delivered stunning Greek goddess-inspired looks across "The Odyssey" press tour events.
Rosie O'Donnell walked away at the height of her success after reaching one jaw-dropping financial milestone
Rosie O'Donnell turned down $100 million from Warner Bros. to stay on her daytime talk show, saying no paycheck was worth missing her children's lives.
Business
Londoners face hidden poverty premium, study says
Low-income households in London are facing an additional burden of over £600 a year simply to access standard goods and services.
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
The German supermarket's $9bn US push targets urban hubs like Manhattan. Can its discount model match Walmart?
Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start
The Chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg she will be handing over a stable economy to the incoming PM.
Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?
The White House has hailed the project as giving new generations a stake in the American dream, but the scheme has its critics.
'We've saved 34 tonnes of food and a carpet'
Two community groups say they have welcomed "record attendances" and given away many 'random items".
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