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Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 2?

By Duval Times | Sep 1, 2024

These former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 2.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Duval County in week ending Aug. 24

By Duval Times | Sep 1, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes Biden-Harris administration's economic policies in new video

By Duval Times | Aug 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Aug 30, 2024 – Today, Senator Rick Scott released a video criticizing the economic policies of the Biden-Harris administration, claiming they are detrimental to American businesses and the economy. The senator's latest quarterly economic outlook purportedly reveals the true state of the U.S. economy. In addition to the video, Senator Scott issued a weekly update on his efforts to address what he describes as an economic crisis and inflation caused by the current administration.

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Senator Rick Scott criticizes Biden-Harris economic policies in new video

By Duval Times | Aug 30, 2024

Senator Rick Scott released a video today criticizing the Biden-Harris administration's economic policies, which he claims are detrimental to American businesses and the economy. The video coincides with his latest quarterly economic snapshot that aims to reveal the current state of the U.S. economy. Additionally, Senator Scott provided a weekly update on his efforts to tackle what he describes as an economic crisis and rising inflation under the current administration.

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Court rules TikTok algorithm not protected under Section 230

By Duval Times | Aug 30, 2024

TikTok was recently sued following the death of a 10-year-old girl who participated in a viral challenge on the app that involved choking oneself until passing out.

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Rubio criticizes Biden-Harris Administration's sanctions on Israeli entities

By Duval Times | Aug 30, 2024

Since October 7, 2023, Israel has faced numerous terrorist attacks from Iran and its proxies, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah. In response to these events, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has expressed concerns over the Biden-Harris Administration's approach towards Israel.

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Rubio and Moolenaar urge blacklisting of China-linked battery firm over security concerns

By Duval Times | Aug 28, 2024

Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (CATL), an electric vehicle battery company, has been identified as having deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its armed wing, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Concerns have been raised about U.S. national security due to reliance on CATL batteries, which could make the nation dependent on China for energy infrastructure.

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Senator Rick Scott questions Intel CEO on workforce reductions

By Duval Times | Aug 28, 2024

On August 28, 2024, Senator Rick Scott addressed a letter to Intel CEO Patrick Gelsinger, seeking clarification on the allocation of billions in U.S. taxpayer dollars to Intel under the CHIPS and Science Act. This inquiry follows Intel's announcement of a 15 percent workforce reduction.

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Senator Rubio urges John Deere to prioritize U.S. workforce amid layoffs

By Duval Times | Aug 27, 2024

John Deere, the world’s largest tractor manufacturer, has recently faced public backlash and responded by ending several Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. Concurrently, the company has laid off 2,000 American workers as it shifts production from the United States to Mexico.

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Rubio criticizes Biden-Harris administration's approach to China

By Duval Times | Aug 27, 2024

Despite the serious threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States and its allies, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan is currently on a three-day visit with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in an effort to "lower tensions" with the regime.

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Senators demand clarity on alleged inaccuracies in Biden-Harris job growth reports

By Duval Times | Aug 27, 2024

On August 27, 2024, Senator Rick Scott, alongside Senators Roger Marshall, Ted Budd, Marsha Blackburn, and Markwayne Mullin, issued a letter to Department of Labor Acting Secretary Julie Su. The letter demands clarification following a report alleging that the Biden-Harris administration inaccurately reported over 800,000 jobs added to the U.S. economy within the past year.

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Senator Rick Scott warns against harm to Venezuelan opposition leader

By Duval Times | Aug 27, 2024

On August 27, 2024, ahead of planned pro-democracy demonstrations in Venezuela, Senator Rick Scott issued a statement warning Nicolás Maduro against harming or arresting María Corina Machado. He urged the Biden-Harris administration to support a peaceful transition of power to president-elect Edmundo González.

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Rick Scott warns Maduro against harming María Corina Machado ahead of Venezuelan protests

By Duval Times | Aug 27, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of the pro-democracy demonstrations scheduled for tomorrow in Venezuela, Senator Rick Scott issued a statement warning dictator Nicolás Maduro not to harm or detain María Corina Machado and urging him to commit to a peaceful transition of power to President-elect Edmundo González. Tomorrow marks one month since González defeated Maduro at the polls, but the Biden-Harris administration still refuses to recognize him as president-elect and has yet to fully align with the people of Venezuela.

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Duval County district student body primarily comprised of Black students in 2023-24 school year

By Duval Times | Aug 27, 2024

In Duval County district, Black outnumbered students of any other ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Senators endorse María Corina Machado for Nobel Peace Prize

By Duval Times | Aug 26, 2024

Senator Rick Scott and colleagues endorse Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado for Nobel Peace Prize

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US lawmakers nominate María Corina Machado for Nobel Peace Prize

By Duval Times | Aug 26, 2024

On August 26, 2024, Senator Rick Scott, along with Senator Marco Rubio and Representatives Mario Díaz-Balart, María Elvira Salazar, Michael Waltz, Neal Dunn, Byron Donalds, and Carlos Gimenez, submitted a letter to the Norwegian Nobel Committee endorsing Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado for the Nobel Peace Prize. The lawmakers highlighted Machado’s significant efforts in advocating for democratic governance in Venezuela amidst ongoing threats.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Duval County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Duval Times | Aug 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26?

By Duval Times | Aug 25, 2024

These former Duval Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26.

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Duval Times area weekly mass times

By Duval Times | Aug 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Duval Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Duval County in week ending Aug. 17

By Duval Times | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.