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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Special Forces Soldier Charged With Trading Classified Intel on Maduro Raid
A U.S. Special Forces soldier involved in January's operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been arrested and charged with using classified information to profit over $400,000 on prediction markets. Federal prosecutors allege the soldier placed multiple bets on Polymarket before the operation, raising serious national security concerns and sparking a broader investigation into insider trading on political outcomes.
Today's Sections
Community Sports
Read Section →Heat Battle for Playoff Survival in Florida's NBA Stakes
The Miami Heat find themselves in a critical stretch of the 2025-26 season, sitting just a half-game behind the Orlando Magic in the race for an Eastern Conference playoff spot. With a 34-29 record and momentum on their side, Miami must navigate a treacherous upcoming schedule to avoid the play-in tournament and secure one of the league's coveted playoff berths.
Apr 25
Florida Panthers Claim Back-to-Back Stanley Cups in Sunrise Thriller
Apr 25
Gators Baseball Sweeps No. 4 Arkansas in Historic Road Triumph
Apr 25
Panthers Crush Leafs 6-1 in Game 7, Storm to East Finals
Apr 25
Lightning Ink Top Prospect Czata to 3-Year Deal in Tampa Bay
Apr 25
Daily Fun
Read Section →Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice
Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.
Apr 25
Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences
Apr 25
The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)
Apr 25
The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?
Apr 25
Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World
Apr 25
State News
Read Section →UF Startups Deploy AI Drones to Battle Florida Citrus Greening
As Florida's citrus production hits its lowest in 80 years, University of Florida startups are fusing AI and aerospace tech for drone-based grove monitoring. This partnership aims to help growers detect and fight citrus greening faster amid the industry's $9 billion crisis. Hope is rising for the Sunshine State's iconic orange groves.
Apr 25
Orlando Office Vacancies Hit 8% Low as Tech Surge Fuels Demand
Apr 25
PortMiami Crushes Q1 2026 Passenger Record, Fuels Miami Boom
Apr 25
Tampa's Vasilevskiy Blanks Rangers in Game 7 Shutout Thriller
Apr 25
FSU Seminoles Clinch ACC Baseball Crown in Tallahassee Thriller
Apr 25
National
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Green Beret Busted Betting on Classified Strikes
A U.S. Army Special Forces soldier faces federal charges for wagering millions on classified military operations he learned through his top-secret role. The stunning arrest exposes vulnerabilities in handling sensitive intelligence amid a booming sports betting industry. Experts warn it could signal broader risks to national security.
Apr 25
Iran Seizes Ships Linked to Trump, Macron Allies in Hormuz Standoff
Apr 25
Special Forces Soldier Charged in $400K Insider Bet on Maduro Raid
Apr 25
DOJ Greenlights Firing Squads to Accelerate Federal Executions
Apr 25
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