University of South Florida leaders select Rhea Law as next president
After interviewing two candidates, one has been selected to become the eighth president of the University of South Florida: Rhea Law.
Disney Shanghai temporarily closes as China battles another COVID-19 surge
Disney guests who have been impacted will be provided a refund or exchange.
Amazon closes $8.45B MGM studio acquisition
Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney.
Spirits of past space shuttles to help boost new moon rocket
As NASA’s giant moon rocket rolls to the launch pad for the first time, some pieces of space shuttle history are riding along with it. The SLS rocket’s engines and boosters powered each of the shuttles through the years, all the way back to Columbia.
USF researchers pivot projects after scammers spoil study
Scammers find a way to dupe people in new ways all the time, and now they’re targeting online research surveys that pay you to participate.
Mary O'Connor approved by Tampa City Council as chief of police
The majority of the Tampa city council approved the mayor's nominee for the next police chief.
Netflix to launch test that requires subscribers to pay for users outside household
Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.
SoCal Chick-fil-A could be declared a ‘public nuisance’
Due to its long lines that jam up traffic, officials have given a Southern California Chick-fil-A 90 days to present traffic solutions.
Netflix brings back comedy series 'Servant of the People' starring Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
"Servant of the People," the popular series that launched Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s political career, is available again on Netflix.
Starbucks to phase out single-use cups in favor of reusable mugs
The Seattle-based coffee chain wants to provide reusable cups by 2025.
‘It was the worst night of my life’: TPD remembers fallen Officer Jesse Madsen 1 year after death
On Wednesday, Tampa police remembered Officer Jesse Madsen, who was killed in the line of duty one year ago.
SpaceX launches batch of Starlink satellites from Florida
The goal of Starlink is to create a network that will help provide internet services to those who are not yet connected and to provide reliable and affordable internet across the globe.
Disney cruises to make masks optional for everyone
This applies to most indoor locations on the ship.
Publix to remove Russian vodka from shelves
The Lakeland-based supermarket chain, which has nearly 1,300 stores throughout the southeast, announced it is pulling all Russian-made vodka brands from its shelves to support the people of Ukraine.
Tampa newlyweds -- one from Ukraine, other from Russia -- urge US to speak out against war
Newlyweds Ivan Cherniavskyi, from Kyiv, and Uliana Tretyakova, from Moscow, say everyday citizens in both countries need to see western support.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announces cybersecurity initiative at USF to bring more jobs to the field
Gov. DeSantis announced a $20-million program aimed at creating more opportunities in cybersecurity through USF.
'Until we win or until we die': As family prepares to fight in Ukraine, USF student says country is united
A young college student and research assistant at Moffit Cancer Center is having a hard time focusing on her busy life in the United States as family back home in Ukraine battle for their country.
Higher fuel costs to hit TECO customers after state approves rate hike
The state of Florida's Public Service Commission unanimously approved TECO's proposal to collect additional money from its customers to cover higher-than-expected costs of fuel for its power plants. The increases will take effect next month.
Tampa police chief appointee hears from residents at gun violence forum
One day after a man was shot and killed in downtown Tampa, the city’s newly appointed police chief heard what residents want to see to stop the gun violence citywide.
USF math professor shows students the beauty of numbers
University of South Florida associate professor Dr. Ruthmae Sears excelled in mathematics from a young age. Now she's been given a prestigious fellowship in recognition of her work.