The St. Petersburg parade scheduled for 10 a.m. today will take place despite the soggy weather, but parade officials do expect a 45 minute start delay, according to St. Pete Police spokeswoman Val Crews. ...more

December 5, 2009

Israel moved closer to invading Gaza, saying Thursday that it had wrapped up preparations for a broad offensive after Palestinian militants fired about 100 rockets and mortar shells across the border in two days. ...more

December 26, 2008

I don't remember the last time I had this much fun shopping. ...more

December 3, 2008

SEBRING — Would the last snowbird please close the door behind them? According to local chamber of commerce directors, subdivision managers and snowbirds themselves, the number of Highlands County residents has nearly reached the annual peak. While snowbirds still straggle in, most landed in the county in time to enjoy Florida sunshine and pleasant New Year's Day temperatures. ...more

January 3, 2008

WEST BANK - Gloom was banished from Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem for the first time in years on Monday as Christian pilgrims from all over the world flocked here to celebrate Jesus' birth in an atmosphere of renewed tranquility. ...more

December 24, 2007