Floridians cling to paradise despite rising risks
Residents are refusing to leave Florida, despite the storm risk and damage.
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Hurricane Milton: Millions without power as massive recovery begins
16 are dead and over 2 million without power after Hurricane Milton swept through Florida.
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Kiwi and husband huddled in closet as Hurricane Milton tore through
Kelsey Roemhildt has lived in Tampa, Florida, with her husband since July 2022.
Hurricane Milton destruction: At least 13 dead, 100 Kiwis caught up
The National Hurricane Centre warned of 'life-threatening storm surge and extreme winds'.
‘Get a life’: Deadly hurricane whips up US election storm
Biden takes potshots at Trump amid misinformation as Florida suffers.
Catastrophic flooding, homes destroyed: Deadly storm smashing Florida weakens to Category 1
More than a million people in Florida have been ordered to leave or brace for impact.
'The storm is here': Hurricane Milton starts making landfall
More than a million people in Florida have been ordered to leave or brace for impact.
Hurricane Milton update from Orlando
AFP correspondent Daniel Stublen gives an update on Hurricane Milton from Orlando, Florida. Video / NZ Herald
Mum of 6 says she can’t flee Milton: ‘We don’t have the money’
Many in Florida face similar dilemma as Milton approaches; fuel shortages rise.
Deadliest storm in 100 years: MFAT’s advice for Kiwi travellers in Florida
70 Kiwis registered on SafeTravel as being in Florida as Category 5 storm hits state.
Hurricane Milton: Tampa mayor’s stark warning to residents
Joe Biden urges Florida residents in the hurricane’s path to evacuate immediately.
Storm of the century: Florida residents rush to evacuate as major hurricane nears
Millions of Floridians are being told to evacuate as Hurrican Milton barrels in.
In the firing line again: Hurricane Milton targets Florida
A second hurricane in as many weeks is closing in on the US state.
Families trapped, towns devastated: Helene's toll across six US states
Flooding hinders rescue efforts — 2.1m homes lack power and communication issues ongoing.
Helene death toll climbs to at least 43 with fatalities reported in 5 US states
Storm downgraded to a tropical depression after wreaking havoc in Florida and Carolinas.
Hurricane Helene intensifies: Florida braces for deadly storm surge
'A really unsurvivable scenario is going to play out.'
Potentially ‘catastrophic’ cyclone on collision course with Florida coast
Hurricane Helene has rapidly intensified into an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm.
FBI investigating 'attempted assassination' of Trump, man arrested
A person has been arrested and an AK-47 style rifle recovered.
Tycoon sues estate agent after selling mansion at $10m discount to Jeff Bezos
Businessman claims he agreed cut-price deal unaware Amazon founder was behind bid.
Woman kicked off cruise ship for complaining in private WhatsApp group
The 68-year-old's contract was cancelled after she vented in a private text group.
Yorkshire terrier survives shark attack because it ‘didn’t like the taste’
The dog resurfaced with multiple bite wounds, a broken pelvis and severe bruising.
Disney World wants wrongful death suit tossed as widower signed up for Disney+
Terms of contract to use streaming service rule out legal action, claims Disney.
Gore toddler's death staged to look like an accident, ex-detective says
The former investigator believes Lachlan Jones was placed into a pond after his death.
'Lying, racist, fame-seeker': Meghan Markle's half-sister renews defamation lawsuit
The duchess is set to battle it out in court with her half-sister – again.
Cruel twist after 'modern-day miracle' man wakes from 244-day coma
He defeated the odds and even walked again. Then tragedy struck a second time.
Florida police would like people to stop taking selfies with this bear
The 'depressed' bear is not in the mood for photos.
Anti-scam cop show actor was convicted for 'penny stock' fraud
Actor showed remorse for fraud and is working for a good cause, ANZ says.
Why a cup of tea prompted an American to sue JetBlue for $2.5m
A lawsuit claims the traveller has experienced 'mental anguish' since the flight.
Jeff Bezos to offload $8 billion of Amazon stock
Financial Times: Tech giant’s biggest shareholder offloading huge chunks of Amazon shares.
Gamer accused of flying across the US to try to kill online rival
Edward Kang allegedly attacked a rival with a hammer after a gaming dispute.
A treasure hunter was ready to retire. Then he found hundreds of coins.
A Florida man, 71, was about ready to hang up his scuba suit when he came across treasure.
'Ruined her life': Mum devastated after trans child barred from sports team
In Florida, students born male are not allowed to play on female sports teams.
Watch: World's dumbest criminal? Woman's idiotic act before arrest
She thought she was being smart. Her act landed her in handcuffs.
Man escorted from airport by police after trying this popular packing hack
The video reveals how the man got into trouble in Orlando Airport.