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A funeral home stashed 189 decaying bodies and handed out fake ashes. His mother was among them
By JESSE BEDAYN
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Derrick Johnson buried his mother’s ashes beneath a golden dewdrop tree with purple blossoms at his home on Maui’s Haleakal? Volcano, fulfilling her wish of a final resting place looking over her grandchildren.
Then the FBI called.
It was Feb. 4, 2024, and Johnson was teaching an eighth-grade gym class.
“’Are you the son of Ellen Lopes?’” a woman asked, Johnson recalled in an interview with The Associated Press.
There had been an incident, and an FBI agent would fly out to explain, the caller said. Then she asked: “’Did you use Return to...
Daily Horoscope for February 06, 2026
General Daily Insight for February 06, 2026
Gentle words can still carry real weight. At midday, the Moon squares expansive Jupiter, stretching patience as feelings bump against limits in family matters or group efforts. By 5:48 pm EST, talkative Mercury steps into Pisces, which reminds us to encourage one another’s exploration of imagination. With Mercury leveling up our empathy, we can mend misunderstandings, revive stalled conversations, and let intuition guide timing. Progress sticks when compassion ensures that everyone gets heard. Choosing our words carefully is vital, for our...
Florida residents file petition asking court to stop DeSantis’ redistricting effort
TALLAHASSEE – Lawyers for residents in Broward and Miami-Dade counties have filed a petition challenging Gov. Ron DeSantis’ call for a special session where lawmakers would redraw congressional boundaries mid-decade instead of every 10 years.
After months of trying to convince the Legislature to take up redistricting on its own, DeSantis on Jan. 7 called a special five-day session in April for the “purpose of considering legislation relating to the drawing of congressional districts for the State of Florida.”
The same day, Secretary of State Cord Byrd, a DeSantis appointee, sent a letter to...
Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see:Mortgage rates drop a little more.More homes hit the market.But here’s what most buyers don’t realize. Buying just a few weeks earlier could mean paying less, dealing with less stress, and feeling less rushed.Here are three reasons why accelerating your timeline over the next few weeks could actually be a better play.1. Holding Out for Lower Rates May Not Pay Off A lot of buyers are hoping mortgage rates will fall even further. But that’s not the best...
Which mortgage best fits you?
? Self-employed and buying a home in Florida? Different mortgage programs fit different needs.
• Conventional loans cover nearly 80% nationally and still lead here.
• FHA loans are gaining ground again as the market cools, with about 15% usage.
• VA loans remain vital for Florida’s veterans, offering zero down payment options.
Choosing the right program depends on your financial details and goals. Ready to explore which fits you best?
Visit fidhome.com for details or reach out for a soft consultation. Comment your city below: Naples, Miami, or Destin — we’re here to help!
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CIA ends publication of its popular World Factbook reference tool
By DAVID KLEPPER
WASHINGTON (AP) — Close the cover on the CIA World Factbook: The spy agency announced Wednesday that after more than 60 years, it is shuttering the popular reference manual.
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Musk vows to put data centers in space and run them on solar power but experts have their doubts
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It’s Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home
There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines.Buying a home is getting more affordable.Monthly payments have started to come down, and the squeeze buyers have been feeling for the past few years is slowly loosening. Now, that doesn’t mean everyone can suddenly afford a home, but with how tough the market’s been, the improvement we’re seeing matters.Affordability Is Finally Moving in the Right DirectionOne of the best ways to see this shift is by looking at how much of a household’s income it takes to buy a home.According to Zillow, housing...