Nova Southeastern University

Inquiry of Carnival cruise fiasco begins as travelers head home

2013-02-15 13:42:00

MOBILE, Ala. — Thousands of passengers stranded for nearly a week aboard a Carnival cruise ship adrift in the Gulf of Mexico made their way home from Mobile on Friday as authorities began investigating the fire that started the debacle. Lawmakers,...

Impact of Carnival Triumph mishap may not last, experts say

2013-02-15 11:47:00

Despite the public relations disaster created by the Carnival Triumph catastrophe, travel experts and others say the impact on bookings for Carnival and the cruise industry in general will only be short-lived. The ship lost propulsion power after an...

Animal activists call for changes at SeaWorld following trainer's orca death

2010-02-27 21:33:58

Taking the cruise line to court should be your last resort

2006-01-29 00:00:00

Question: Upon boarding Holland America's Maasdam in May, we discovered that our stateroom toilet was broken and filled with waste. We complained immediately and were told the problem would be repaired after lunch. The toilet wasn't fixed until the fourth...

A Florida first: UF offering cheaper online degrees

2013-05-19 00:00:00

If you're a student, established professional or business owner, an initiative recently approved by the Florida Legislature may change how you pursue a college degree, advance your career or locate your company. All you need is a computer, time and the...

Kingsley Guy: Florida still needs election changes

2013-05-19 00:00:00

This year, the Legislature enacted "ethics reform" in an effort to improve Florida's political climate. That's all well and good, but it's time now for lawmakers and the electorate to consider far-reaching structural reforms to upgrade Sunshine State...

Disabled performers steal the show on South Florida stages

2013-05-17 07:10:00

Though they vary in composition and mission, South Florida's diverse lineup of disabled performers have a special commonality: They shine a spotlight on the growing notion that talent is not diminished by disability. "I'm a dancer, you wouldn't expect...

Weekend Preview: Models, mutts, Harold Lloyd and a monkey

2013-05-16 06:32:00

For the second straight year, a group of dedicated South Floridians will harness the region’s greatest natural resource for a cause dear to the hearts of most of us. By which I mean pinups promoting dog adoption. From 7 to 10 p.m. Friday at...

South Florida outdoors calendar

2013-05-16 20:08:26

May 17-18: Fishing hours are 7 a.m.-4 p.m. on the first day of the Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo. Weigh-in is 2-6 p.m. at the Alsdorf Boat Ramp Park on 14th Street in Pompano Beach. Fishing May 18 is 7 a.m.-noon followed by the weigh-in from noon-2 and...

York Supt. Wortham leaves district; two board members resign

2013-05-16 08:04:02

The York City School Board accepted the resignations of District Supt. Deborah Wortham and two school board members during its meeting Wednesday, the same night the board was presented with a financial recovery plan based on reforming the district from...

Miami Dolphins 7-on-7 High School Football Tournament set for June 15-16

2013-05-16 09:17:00

The annual Miami Dolphins 7-on-7 High School Football Tournament is back for the sixth year. The Dolphins announced Thursday that the three-day event will take place next month, with games set for June 15 and 16. More than 40 schools from South...

National Week of the Ocean's 'Festival Season' makes a splash honoring community leaders

2013-05-14 11:35:37

National Week of the Ocean Inc. culminates its 34th "Festival Season" by honoring community leaders and marine educators on Mother Ocean Day, May 18 at noon. The following individuals and organizations benefit our South Florida marine environment and are...

Linda C, 48, of Plantation, sings during dress rehearsal for the Ann Storck Center's annual expressive arts performanace at Nova Southeastern University Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center.

2013-05-09 00:00:00

May 3, 2013; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive end Dion Jordan (95) during rookie minicamp at the Doctors Hospital Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-133478

2013-05-03 00:00:00

Nova Southeastern University students Stephanie Pancotto and Brittany Woodby selected the Captain's Platter on Saturday at the 29th annual Pompano Beach Seafood Festival. The festival continues Sunday on the beach near the Pompano pier.

2013-04-27 00:00:00