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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · Lakeland

How extreme heat damages the human body

Human bodies employ natural cooling mechanisms, but these systems fail under sustained high heat and humidity. Understanding the physiological effects of extreme temperatures can help people recognize danger signs and take protective steps.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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Mendoza Selected as Top Pick in NFL Draft

Fernando Mendoza was selected as the consensus top pick in the NFL Draft. The quarterback will join a new franchise after distinguishing himself as a prospect through an unorthodox playing style and decision-making approach.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Lightning defeat Canadiens 3-2 in OT to even series

Tampa Bay scored three unanswered goals, including the overtime winner, to defeat Montreal 3-2 in Game 2. The victory ties the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series at one game apiece.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

NFL Draft: Teams Signal Early Moves as First Round Approaches

With the 2024 NFL Draft days away, four AFC and NFC teams with top-five picks are narrowing their focus on quarterback prospects, while Los Angeles positions itself as a potential trade partner in Round 1.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Wheeler Returns to Phillies Rotation After Eight-Month Absence

Zack Wheeler will take the mound Saturday against the Braves, marking his return to action after missing nearly a full season with an injury sustained last August. The Phillies hope the ace's comeback strengthens a rotation dealing with recent struggles.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

#11 Mocs Fall to #2 Buccaneers in SSC Contest

Florida Southern College men's tennis team (15-5) lost 0-7 to undefeated Barry University (17-0) in Miami Shores.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Florida Southern's Pinto Finishes in Top 10 at South Florida Invitational

Florida Southern sophomore Heloise Pinto secured a top-10 finish in the 5,000m at the South Florida Invitational on Saturday.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Mocs Fall in Sweep at No. 2 Saint Leo

Florida Southern dropped a doubleheader to No. 2 Saint Leo on Saturday, losing 4–3 and 3–0.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Florida Southern Stuns No. 1 Tampa in Series Opener

Florida Southern College pulled off a 3-1 upset over No. 1 Tampa on Friday night, limiting the Spartans to just four hits.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Florida Southern Swept by No. 1 Tampa in Doubleheader

Florida Southern dropped both ends of a doubleheader to top-ranked Tampa, losing 12-1 and 9-4 on Saturday.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Florida Southern Tennis Tops Eckerd 6-1

The 11th-ranked Mocs men's tennis team beat Eckerd 6-1, extending their season record to 16-5—their best regular-season mark in 17 years.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Fire Take Two from Warner on Strong All-Around Day

The No. 6 Southeastern University Fire softball team swept Warner University in a doubleheader at the SEU Softball Field on Thursday, winning 5-0 and 3-1.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Fire Take Series Opener in Extras Over Keiser

The No. 9 Southeastern Fire baseball team won their series opener against Keiser 5–3 in extra innings on Thursday evening.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026