TECO rate hikes get backing

The Florida Public Service Commission should stand behind its decision to approve base-rate increases for Tampa Electric Co. after objections were raised by consumer representatives, the commission’s staff recommended Thursday.

USF doctor enters final year of research to see if AI can detect vocal diseases

Three years into a project using artificial intelligence and voice to detect diseases and disorders, a University of South Florida laryngologist is ready for the next step in helping patients.

9mm cartridge found in parking lot on USF campus, police say

The University of South Florida Police Department says students found an empty 9mm cartridge in a parking lot on campus Tuesday, just days after an empty gun case and empty ammunition magazines were found in the USF Fine Arts Building.

Google’s online ad business found to be an illegal monopoly by federal judge

A federal judge ruled that Google illegally monopolized key parts of the digital ad market, marking the company’s second major antitrust loss in less than a year.

Starbucks sets new dress code for workers as it revamps cafe look

Starbucks is implementing a new dress code for workers across its North American stores next month, as the coffee giant aims to refresh its store image and boost business under CEO Brian Niccol.

USF looking to deputize campus police for immigration enforcement: Report

The University of South Florida is among at least three Florida public universities seeking federal assistance in deputizing their campus police force for immigration enforcement, according to the Associated Press.

Is 'office air' to blame for your bad skin and hair?

A conversation trending on TikTok is about “office air” ruining hair and makeup looks. Here’s what’s likely going on.

Amazon's Project Kuiper rocket launch scrubbed: What to know

Amazon's Project Kuiper was expected to send its first batch of satellites to space, a big step in its mission to launch satellite internet and compete with SpaceX’s Starlink service.

China backed out of TikTok deal after Trump tariffs announcement

China reportedly backed out of a deal to sell TikTok to U.S. investors a day after President Donald Trump announced wide-ranging global tariffs.

USF researchers develop new tool to predict where sargassum seaweed washes ashore

With sargassum season here, it's only a matter of time before the seaweed washes up on shore, and University of South Florida researchers are developing a new tool to predict where it goes.

Trump extends deadline for TikTok deal

President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for a new TikTok deal to prevent the app from going dark Saturday.

Clearwater leaders delay vote on selling street to Church of Scientology

After hours of heated debate and discussion, Clearwater City Council voted Thursday to postpone voting on the sale of a public street to the Church of Scientology for another month.

QVC partners with TikTok for 24/7 live shopping amid uncertain future for app

QVC announced it will offer 24/7 live shopping streams on TikTok, even as the app faces a looming deadline to sell its U.S. operations due to national security concerns.