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Fort Myers Beach residents begin Hurricane Milton cleanup efforts
SUMMARY: After Hurricane Milton caused three feet of storm surge in Fort Meyers Beach, residents are facing significant recovery challenges, marking the fourth flood in two years. Homes and businesses suffered extensive water damage and loss of power, while debris and sand covered roads. Amidst the devastation, community members are coming together, as seen when Matt Price, whose development was damaged, received assistance from a stranger to salvage a meaningful bench dedicated to Thomas Meyers, former owner of the Red Coconut RV Park. As power crews work to restore electricity, the spirit of helping one another remains strong in the community.
CBS News Miami’s Larry Seward spoke with residents who were sifting through debris as they returned to their homes and businesses after the storm.
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Trump taps ‘Apprentice’ producer, Mark Burnett, as special envoy to the United Kingdom
SUMMARY: Mark Burnett, renowned television producer known for hits like *The Apprentice*, *Survivor*, and *The Voice*, has been appointed by President-elect Donald Trump as special envoy to the United Kingdom. Burnett, born in London, is recognized for his significant influence in television and business. Trump praised Burnett’s diplomatic skills and international recognition. The appointment continues Trump’s trend of selecting figures from television and politics for key roles. Although the U.K. is not typically a special envoy post, Burnett will focus on enhancing diplomatic relations, trade, investment, and cultural exchanges between the U.S. and the U.K.
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Doctors share tips to stay healthy, prevent flu this holiday season
SUMMARY: As the holiday season approaches, doctors in Tampa emphasize the importance of staying healthy to avoid the flu. Dr. Timothy Hendrick of Advent Health Centra Care reports a doubling in flu cases since Thanksgiving. Symptoms to monitor include fever, cough, and body aches, with treatment recommended within 48 hours. Key advice includes getting plenty of sleep, staying hydrated, practicing hand hygiene, and wearing masks to prevent transmission. Residents share their health strategies, like taking vitamins and avoiding sick individuals. Doctors also urge everyone to get their flu shot to safeguard against illness during holiday gatherings.
There’s nothing worse than getting sick around the holidays.
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Biden signs bill that averts government shutdown and brings a close to days of Washington upheaval
SUMMARY: President Biden signed a bill on Saturday to prevent a government shutdown, following Congress’s late approval of a temporary funding plan. The deal funds the government until March 14 and allocates $100 billion for disaster aid and $10 billion for agricultural assistance. House Speaker Mike Johnson claimed the compromise was favorable for the country, despite former President Trump’s demand for a debt limit increase. The bill passed the House 366-34 and the Senate 85-11. With Republicans holding a slim majority, Johnson’s leadership faces scrutiny, as future debt discussions are set for the new Congress.
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