John McDonald

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May 29, 2025 – 5.00am or Subscribe to save articleSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Four years ago, during the pandemic lockdowns, an exceptional group of French impressionists travelled to Australia – but barely got out of their crates.

2 weeks ago | outsfl.com | John McDonald

Fluoride Out, Cavities In: Florida Halts Additives in Public Drinking WaterThe public water systems in Florida are going fluoride free. Lawmakers voted to ban the naturally occurring mineral from being added to public drinking water. Gov. Ron DeSantis, at a May 15 bill signing ceremony, called the practice of water fluoridation, "forced medication on people."Representative Fabián Basabe voted in favor of the bill, citing transparency concerns.

2 weeks ago | outsfl.com | John McDonald

Wall of Honor Turns Focus To Trans CommunityA legend in Southern Gothic culture, the Lady Chablis is one of seven inductees - all from the transgender community - to the National LGBTQ Wall of Honor. Remembered for her comedic wit and elegant style, Chablis, also known as The Grand Empress and The Doll, performed in nightclubs across Georgia.

3 weeks ago | outsfl.com | John McDonald

Accused Killer of Gay Bagel Shop Owner Cuts Plea DealA teenager has pleaded guilty to manslaughter charges in the fatal shooting of a beloved baker on vacation in New Orleans. In what his attorney called, "our best outcome," 17-year-old Malik D. Cornelius changed his plea in exchange for a 26-year prison sentence. A hesitant district judge accepted the deal on May 9. What was supposed to be a new year's celebration turned tragic in the early morning hours of Jan. 5, 2024.

1 month ago | outsfl.com | John McDonald

Trump Meets with New Canadian Leader, Proposes Reopening AlcatrazWhen newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney left the White House May 6, the old phrase, "with friends like these, who needs enemies?" must have come to mind. President Donald Trump brought Carney into the Oval Office for what was billed as a conversation among friends.