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Pinellas County stays starless as Michelin expands in Florida and Tampa loses a star
food4 hours ago

Pinellas County stays starless as Michelin expands in Florida and Tampa loses a star

Pinellas County again has no Michelin-starred restaurants as the Guide expands statewide through partnerships with Visit Florida and local tourism agencies. In Tampa, no new stars were awarded and Lilac lost its star, now listed as a recommendation. Rocca, Ebbe, Koya and Kosen retained their one-star status in Tampa, while four area spots—Fat Beet Farm Kitchen and Bakery, Bar Terroir, The Brisket Shoppe, and Kinjo—received recommendations; Fat Beet Farm earned a Green Star and Kinjo’s chef Jada Vidal won the Michelin Young Chef Award. The expansion, funded by state and regional tourism bodies, aims to boost Florida’s culinary profile and attract international visitors.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#florida-tourism#food#michelin-guide
Second USF doctoral student identified among Tampa Bay victims
crime27 days ago

Second USF doctoral student identified among Tampa Bay victims

Human remains found in Tampa Bay have been identified as Nahida Bristy, the second missing University of South Florida doctoral student, while Zamil Limon’s body was found earlier. Bristy and Limon disappeared on April 16; identity was confirmed by DNA and dental records, with plans to release the bodies to families in Bangladesh for religious reasons. Limon’s roommate, Hisham Abugarbieh, is jailed on two counts of first-degree murder and related charges after allegedly asking ChatGPT how to dispose of a body; Bristy and Limon had dated, and Limon studied AI in environmental science while Bristy studied chemical engineering.

via CBS News|
#crime#murder#nahida-bristy
Family Warned Authorities Ahead of USF Doctoral Students’ Slayings
crime1 month ago

Family Warned Authorities Ahead of USF Doctoral Students’ Slayings

Ahmad Abugharbieh, the brother of homicide suspect Hisham Abugharbieh, says the family had previously warned police about his brother’s erratic behavior as Hisham faces two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of USF doctoral students Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy. Limon’s body was found first, with Bristy’s remains found nearby later. The family had filed protective orders against Hisham in 2023 (granted) and 2025 (denied).

via CBS News|
#ahmad-abugharbieh#crime#hisham-abugharbieh
Remains Found in Tampa Bay Tied to Missing USF Doctoral Student Case
crime1 month ago

Remains Found in Tampa Bay Tied to Missing USF Doctoral Student Case

Human remains were found in the waterways of Tampa Bay in Pinellas County as authorities continue the search for Nahida Bristy, a 27-year-old USF doctoral student. Zamil Limon’s remains were located earlier on the Howard Frankland Bridge, and his roommate, Hisham Abugharbieh, is charged with two counts of premeditated first-degree murder. New court documents allege Abugharbieh asked ChatGPT questions about disposing of a body; autopsies indicate Limon died from multiple sharp-force injuries, and investigators believe Bristy’s body was disposed of in a similar manner. Abugharbieh remains in custody and is due back in court.

via CBS News|
#chatgpt#crime#forensics
Rays deal could redefine Tampa Bay's future, Weatherford argues
viewpoints2 months ago

Rays deal could redefine Tampa Bay's future, Weatherford argues

A Tampa Bay Times columnist argues that now is the moment to advance the Rays’ stadium and mixed-use district as a transformative public-private project, backing a committed ownership group and sustained regional collaboration. He cites prior local successes (USF Medical School, Water Street) as proof that bold, well-planned development can create jobs and raise Tampa Bay’s profile, and urges urgency over delay to avoid rising costs and missed opportunities, aiming to cement the region as a premier sports and leisure destination.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#economic-development#note#opinion
Rays Push $2.3B Stadium Plan as Public-Funding Debate Heats Up
sports3 months ago

Rays Push $2.3B Stadium Plan as Public-Funding Debate Heats Up

Newly owned Rays are pursuing a $2.3 billion stadium at Hillsborough College with a $8–$10 billion mixed-use development around it, seeking roughly half the cost from the team and the rest from public funds. The plan faces political hurdles in Tampa and Hillsborough County, a potential relocation threat, and an exclusive 180‑day negotiating window, as MLB signals urgency on stadium solutions amid expansion talks.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#hillsborough-college#public-funding#rays
Rays' Tampa site on hold as Orlando looms as backup, official says
sports4 months ago

Rays' Tampa site on hold as Orlando looms as backup, official says

Rays owners favor a Hillsborough College site in Tampa for a new baseball stadium, but Hillsborough County Commissioner Ken Hagan says Orlando could become the team’s fallback if a deal stalls, noting Orlando’s stronger bed-tax revenue and ongoing hurdles to an agreement in Tampa; DeSantis signaled state help only for roads/sewers, not the stadium, as MLB radars keep the Rays in Tampa Bay.

via tampabay.com|
#baseball-stadium#hillsborough-college#orlando
Patriots' Resilient Win Extends Streak with Rookie Highlights
sports6 months ago

Patriots' Resilient Win Extends Streak with Rookie Highlights

The Patriots extended their winning streak to seven with a 28-23 road victory over the Buccaneers, highlighted by breakout performances from rookies TreVeyon Henderson and Kyle Williams, and strong play from QB Drake Maye, despite some mistakes and injuries. The team showed resilience and strategic growth, maintaining a division lead and demonstrating offensive explosiveness and defensive adaptability.

via New England Patriots|
#drake-maye#patriots#rookies