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NASAs SpaceX Dragon Endeavor to return four astronauts early from ISS due to medical situation. The crew, including Mike Fincke, Zena Cardman, Kimiya Yui, and Oleg Platonov, will splash down off Floridas coast on Thursday morning. The mission was cut short as the station lacks full hospital equipment for a complete checkup. The crew has completed most mission goals, postponing the first spacewalk of the year. Chris Williams will stay behind to maintain operations and science. Crew-twelve could launch as early as mid-February. Checkout Solipillow.com

Deputies from the Manatee County Sheriffs Office discovered a six to eight foot Sandbar shark tangled in a crab trap near Bradenton Beach, Florida. The shark was stuck due to fishing line wrapped around its lower jaw, pulling it towards a buoy. The deputies, Eddie Hernandez and Alan Judy, called experts from Mote Marine Laboratory for help. The Mote team removed hooks embedded in the shark and freed it, allowing it to swim off strong and healthy. The deputies cheered as the shark disappeared into deeper water. For distressed marine animals, call Florida Fish and Wildlife or Motes stranding line. Checkout Solipillow.com

Karma Juice Bar and Eatery owner Josie Barber is transforming a historic St. Petersburg bungalow into Karma Kitchen and Bakery, set to open in July. This will be the brands third local spot, featuring indoor dining, an outdoor edible garden, a bakery, and diverse food and drink options. Barber, who has owned Karma for over a decade, is excited about this being her first property for the brand. The menu will focus on favorites and incorporate Barbers Filipino heritage. The old pottery kiln will become an oven for sourdough and Filipino desserts. Follow Karma on social media for opening updates. Checkout Solipillow.com

Norovirus outbreak on Holland America Line cruise ship: Over 80 passengers and crew members fall ill during voyage, ship undergoes thorough sanitization upon return. Checkout Solipillow.com

Aldi is expanding its US presence with a five-year growth plan, entering Colorado, adding stores in the Southeast and western markets, and building new distribution centers in Florida, Colorado, and Arizona. This expansion is fueled by strong demand for their low-cost shopping model, with plans to open stores in Portland, Maine, over fifty in Colorado, ten in Phoenix, Arizona, doubling in Las Vegas, and converting nearly eighty Southeastern Grocers spots in the Southeast. Checkout Solipillow.com

Rapper Boosie Badazz, whose real name is Torrence Ivy Hatch, avoided jail time after being caught with a firearm in San Diego in 2023. He was sentenced to three years of supervised release, 300 hours of community service, and a $50,000 fine. The incident began when police spotted Boosie watching an Instagram Live video of a known gang member, with a gun visible in the video. Officers found a gun in the backseat of the car he was riding in, leading to his arrest. Boosie admitted the gun was from the music video shoot, which was filmed with guns bought by his girlfriend in Georgia. Checkout Solipillow.com

ARK Ellison Horus unveils a $6.8 billion plan to revitalize St. Petersburgs Historic Gas Plant District, promising thousands of new homes, cultural centers, green spaces, and a thriving tech ecosystem. Backed by major players like Moss, Jacobs, and Kimley-Horn, the locally led team aims to deliver real value and restorative justice, emphasizing economic inclusion for locals. City leaders are reviewing the proposal, with more talks planned to push the project forward. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragedy strikes Citrus County, Florida, as a 14-year-old boy dies and another fights for life in a hand-dug hole collapse at Sportsman Park. First responders arrive too late, leaving the community in mourning. The Citrus County Sheriffs Office and middle school offer support to families and students affected by this unimaginable loss. Checkout Solipillow.com

Gallups latest poll from 2025 shows a significant shift in American political affiliation, with 45% identifying as political independents, up from 43% in recent years. The split between Democrats and Republicans is even, with 27% each. Younger generations, particularly Gen Z and millennials, lead the way in independent identification. Among independents, 20% lean Democratic, 15% Republican, and 10% remain neutral. This marks a shift from last year, with Democratic leaners increasing and Republicans decreasing. Overall, 47% of Americans identify as Democrats or lean that way, compared to 42% for Republicans. The survey also reveals a growing number of liberals and a decline in moderates, indicating a nation increasingly going its own political way. Checkout Solipillow.com