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Apple announces the discontinuation of iTunes

Apple announces the discontinuation of iTunes

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor Jun 3, 2019

After it's long run in the company, Apple announced on Monday that iTunes will no longer be available. According to Bloomberg, the iTunes app has long been overshadowed by  Apple Music. The replacement?...

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The Ogier Gardens had minor damage during the hurricane. Valeree Del Guidice

Herbal Tea@Ten

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor Jun 3, 2019

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaQr9pNSZ9c[/embedyt] On Friday morning, the workshop sponsored by the Department of Recreation and Wellness began with a tour of the Ogier Gardens which consisted...

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“Ma” review

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 31, 2019

Over the past month, advertisements and previews of the movie "Ma" have been showing up on almost all forms of my social media. A "scary" movie with the queen herself, Octavia Spencer, playing the lead...

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The app that turns sleeping into a game

The app that turns sleeping into a game

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor May 30, 2019

On Tuesday, May 28, the CEO of the Pokémon Company announced at a Pokémon press conference that they would be releasing a game much like Pokémon Go, except this game doesn’t involve walking. It involves...

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iFLY Jacksonville offers BOGO 50% off indoor skydiving for the summer

iFLY Jacksonville offers BOGO 50% off indoor skydiving for the summer

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor May 30, 2019

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to fly, then you’re in luck. Especially if you're on a budget. According to News4jax, iFLY Jacksonville is offering a buy one, get one 50% off of skydiving experience...

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What is your struggle meal?

What is your struggle meal?

Heydi Ortiz, News editor May 29, 2019

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXbXaASbh-c[/embedyt]   It’s safe to say that with our busy lives we’ve made ramen noodle meals fancied up with sautéed vegetables or an egg, boxed...

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Photo by Morgan Purvis.

Is vaping really any better for you?

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 29, 2019

E-cigarettes have become commonly known and used in recent times. Most are advertised to be less harmful compared to your average tobacco-filled cigarettes, but is this really true? The advertisement...

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UNF’s Ogier Gardens serves up the tea

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor May 28, 2019

The UNF Ogier Gardens is serving up an event called Herbal Tea @Ten. The event is meant to educate workshop attendees about how to dry, make and brew their own fresh herbal teas. The guided tour and...

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The All-American burger was a must-try at a 50s diner.  Photo by Courtney Stringfellow.

Hope you’re hungry…It’s National Burger Day

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 28, 2019

May 28 is National Burger day, here's a list of places participating in the holiday that you can join in celebration. BurgerFi: You can get a $5 cheeseburger today, through in-store purchase only. The...

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Opinion: Remembrance

Opinion: Remembrance

Austin W Belet, Opinions editor May 27, 2019

In the process of sending a snapchat on Saturday morning, I noticed a filter which boasted the 3-day weekend that many of us enjoy as a result of Memorial Day. Monday will be filled with movie-goers,...

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Photo of the American flag.

Local Memorial Day events

Erik Feliciano May 24, 2019

Memorial Day is around the corner and there is great importance in spending the day remembering and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice . Here are some events that are going on this weekend according...

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Dickman teaches Jazz ensemble at UNF. Photo by Joslyn Simmons

Get your groove on at Jazz Fest

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 23, 2019

Jacksonville Jazz Festival is back this Memorial Day weekend. The festival kicks off tonight at 7 p.m with a piano competition. The events will continue over the weekend until Sunday, with UNF's very own...

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