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THE KING MANGO STRUT To Celebrate Another Outrageous Year 4A Broward Performing Arts..................9A Classified........................................12A Dorone M. Manasse, DMD, PA........5A Hollywood........................................2A
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Stunning Zimbabwean Stone Sculptures Brought To Life At Palm Beach Zoo
Bondi, Amsterdam Providence, And Continued Violence Against The Jewish People. Now What?
EnnYe Gallery and Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society present a composition of African animal sculptures. Majestic African stone sculptures have joined Palm Beach Zoo’s wildlife this holiday season. From now to Monday, January 5th, 2026, EnnYe Gallery and Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society present a composition of African animal sculptures that greet guests on the pathways and under the luminous holiday lights. These unique pieces are carefully brought to life by the talented Zimbabwean artists of the Shona tribe. Generations of the tribe’s sculptors have passed down the tradition and teachings of this exclusive art form. We are grateful that for the second year in a row, EnnYe is working with the Palm Beach Zoo to showcase the talents of the Shona tribe. “Our mission is to immortalize the ecosystem through stone and enriching lives through the power of art by sharing compelling works from a vibrant collective of Zimbabwean sculptors— Palm Beach Zoo, Page 5A
By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper
National Holiday Travelers • Total Travelers: 122.4 million (+2% / 2.7 million more than last year) • Auto Travelers: 109.5 million (+2% / 2.1 million more than last year) • Air Travelers: 8 million (+2% / 181,000 more than last year) • Other Travelers (bus, train, cruise): 4.9 million (+9% / 407,000 more than last year)
Our generation now has now become witness to the most extreme Antisemitism since our fathers and mothers of the greatest generation of World War II. The planned attacks from Gaza on Israeli civilians two years ago on October 7th took over 1,200 lives, 46 who were Americans. Peaceful individuals like you and me were starting their day only to be gunned down, murdered, hunted, tortured, raped, beheaded and taken as hostages. It was the worst massacre since the Nazis took over Germany. The fragile peace began and agreements to release “all” hostages alive and dead, has been underway with one hostage left. Staff Sergeant Gvilli is a Police Special Patrol Officer that rescued over 100 Nova civilians and fought the battle near Alumim, killing 14 Hamas terrorists. My belief is that many thought it was the end of the war and there was a peaceful path forward. But now we have seen it was a bell toll for
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says Sam Bourgi, a Finance Analyst at InvestorsObserver. “When spending growth outpaces income growth by this magnitude, it’s almost always fueled by debt, and that’s a dangerous game to play.”
Express, Discover, and Capital One have grown at 0.5% monthly since 2020. This translates to approximately 6% per year, with pronounced spikes during the Black Friday season. “What we’re seeing is a storm,” warns Bourgi. “Easy credit, aggressive seasonal marketing, and social pressure to
Year-End Holiday Travel Expected To Set New Record More than 7 Million Floridians Among 122 Million Americans Traveling For Christmas And New Year’s AAA projects 109.5 million Americans will travel by car for their year-end trips AAA projects 122.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home over the 13-day year-end holiday period beginning December 20th and ending January 1st. This year’s forecast is a 2.2% increase over 2024, surpassing last year’s record of 119.7 million travelers. “People
are eager to travel this holiday season,” said Debbie Haas, Vice President of Travel for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “That’s leading to record numbers on the roads and in the skies. Our advice is to plan ahead. Book early, allow extra time to reach your destination, and think about travel insurance if you’re flying during winter weather. It’s the best way to protect both your trip and your peace of mind.”
New Data Reveals Which States Are Dangerously Overspending on Consumer Purchases – Is Yours One of Them? A 30-year study shows some states’ shopping has surged 600% while credit card debt climbs 6% annually. An analysis of spending patterns reveals differences in how Americans shop across different states, with some regions showing spending increases that far outpace income growth and signal potential financial danger for millions of households. The research from InvestorsObserver, examining nearly three decades of consumer data,
found that while nationwide spending on durable goods increased by 90% since 1997, certain states have seen explosive growth exceeding 600% in the category of telephone and related communication equipment. The study analyzed state-bystate spending data from 1997 to 2024, credit card balance trends, and shifts in consumer purchasing patterns. This allows for identifying which states may be courting financial trouble through unsustainable shopping habits.
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The States Where Spending Has Exploded The research identifies several states where spending growth strongly exceeds national averages. Multiple states show more than 600% growth in durable goods spending since 1997, with communication equipment and electronics spending surging over 600% in top states: North Carolina 672%, North Dakota 648%, Washington 645%, and South Dakota 614%. “These numbers represent real financial risk for families,”
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This Might Be the Credit Card Crisis The research found that average credit card balances at major issuers including American
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