Winderman’s view: Caleb Martin again makes you notice, an encouraging sign in Heat win

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 7, 2023. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Latest Headlines, Miami Heat, Miami Heat Blog, NBA, Sports.

Observations and other notes of interest from Wednesday night’s 112-103 victory over to the Toronto Raptors: – There are times when numbers can be empty calories. – Particularly first-half numbers. – But for Caleb Martin, this was different. – His 23 first-half points not only already were a season single-game scoring high, but rekindled visions of what he showed in last season’s Eastern Conference finals. – The Heat need that Martin, as they sort through starting options at power forward. – And Martin needs that Martin, with free agency looming at season’s end. – In the wake of offseason knee...

A pair of Robinsons help guide shorthanded Heat past Raptors 112-103

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 7, 2023. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Latest Headlines, Miami Heat, NBA, Sports.

TORONTO – This time, the track meet only lasted for the first two quarters. And then a grind. As seemingly always is the case when the Miami Heat play the Toronto Raptors. So even after going up 15 in the first quarter, 14 in the third quarter and 10 early in the fourth, the Heat found themselves again fighting to the finish against the Raptors. Having lost two of their previous three at a pace seemingly beyond their pedigree, the Heat this time stepped up defensively in the second half and got the halfcourt scoring needed in the fourth quarter to put it away in a 112-103 victory at Scotiabank...

No. 15 Miami scores first 21 points in 97-49 rout of LIU

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 7, 2023. Posted in College Sports, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Latest Headlines, Miami Hurricanes, Sports.

CORAL GABLES — Norchad Omier had 17 points and 13 rebounds, Matthew Cleveland scored 15 and No. 15 Miami routed Long Island University 97-49 on Wednesday night. The Hurricanes (7-1) were never threatened after they scored 21 straight points to start the game and led 53-18 at halftime. Omier had nine points and Wooga Poplar and Nijel Pack hit consecutive 3-pointers during Miami’s early surge. Poplar finished with 14 points on 5-of-6 shooting and Pack had 13 for the Hurricanes, who scored 21 points off turnovers in the first half. Freshman reserve Kyshawn George also added 13 points. It was the...

How To Turn Homeownership into a Side Hustle

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 7, 2023. Posted in Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy.

Does the rising cost of just about everything these days make your dream of owning your own home feel less within reach? According to Bankrate, many people are seeking additional income through side hustles, possibly to cope with those increasing expenses and save for a home. This trend is particularly popular with younger individuals who may be dealing with student loan debt (see graph below): Here are two strategies that can not only make homeownership more affordable in the short term, but turn it into a lucrative side hustle that can pay off down the road.Transforming the Challenge of a...

No. 11 FAU falls to No. 20 Illinois 98-89 in Jimmy V Classic

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 6, 2023. Posted in College Sports, FAU Owls, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Latest Headlines, Sports.

NEW YORK — Marcus Domask scored 33 points and Terrance Shannon Jr. had 31, both career highs, as No. 20 Illinois shot 63% and surged ahead in the second half for a 98-89 victory over No. 11 Florida Atlantic in the Jimmy V Classic on Tuesday night. Playing in this event for the second consecutive year, the Fighting Illini (7-1) won their fifth straight game thanks to Domask and Shannon, who combined for 47 points after halftime and 25 of 35 from the field. Domask shot 15 of 21 and surpassed his previous career high of 32 points set Jan. 29 for Southern Illinois at Illinois State. Shannon went...

‘Where’s the justice for Frank?’ Family of UPS driver killed in police shootout still awaits answers 4 years later

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 6, 2023. Posted in Crime and Public Safety, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Latest Headlines, News.

For the family of a UPS driver shot to death during a standoff between two robbers and about 10 times as many police officers, justice has been delayed too long. Frank Ordonez, 27, was kidnapped by two men after a failed robbery attempt at a jewelry store in Coral Gables on Dec. 5, 2019. The men led police on a 30-mile chase that ended at a Miramar intersection, where a shootout ensued during rush hour. Police officers from various South Florida agencies reportedly fired about 200 bullets. Those who died were not only the two robber-kidnappers, but Ordonez and another man, Richard Cutshaw, 70,...

‘Widespread’ sexual and gender-based crimes committed during Hamas attack, Israeli officials say

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 6, 2023. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Network, News, World News.

By SAM MEDNICK (Associated Press) JERUSALEM (AP) — A man hiding in a pit during the Oct. 7 Hamas assault on an outdoor music festival in Israel said he heard someone nearby screaming she was being raped. Elsewhere in the area, a combat paramedic saw the body of a young woman with her legs open, her pants pulled down, and what looked like semen on her lower back. An army reservist who was tasked with identifying those killed said some of the women were found wearing only bloodied underwear. Such accounts given to The Associated Press, along with first assessments by an Israeli rights group, show...

When You Sell Your House, Where Do You Plan To Go?

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 6, 2023. Posted in For Sellers, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Selling Myths.

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able to find a home you want to buy with inventory this low?One thing that can help you find your next home is exploring all your options, including both homes that have been lived in before as well as newly built ones. Let’s look at the benefits of each one.The Pros of Newly Built HomesFirst,...

Which snowboard brand is best?

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 5, 2023. Posted in Best Reviews, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates.

Which snowboard brand is best? Brand matters, especially when hunting for the next snowboard you’ll use to shred powder. While there are many well-known snowboard brands — and even more lesser-known, up-and-coming brands — your safest bet for purchasing the best snowboard is to go through the best snowboard brand. In the world of snowboarding, Burton is widely considered the top choice. A Burton board like the Flight Attendant will give you confidence that you can always ride at your best. What to know before you buy from a snowboard brand Goals and experience When in the market for a new snowboard,...

World carbon dioxide emissions increase again, driven by China, India and aviation

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on December 5, 2023. Posted in Environment, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Latest Headlines, News, World News.

By SETH BORENSTEIN (AP Science Writer) DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The world this year pumped 1.1% more heat-trapping carbon dioxide into the air than last year because of increased pollution from China and India, a team of scientists reported. The increase was reported early Tuesday at international climate talks, where global officials are trying to cut emissions by 43% by 2030. Instead, carbon pollution keeps rising, with 36.8 billion metric tons poured into the air in 2023, twice the annual amount of 40 years ago, according to Global Carbon Project, a group of international scientists...

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