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Return to Hogwarts in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”

David Eckstein | Nov 20, 2018

It’s time to return to the the world of magic with "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald." At the outset,  the main villain Grindelwald (Johnny Depp)--who Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne)...

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UNF Assistant Professor of Biology Mike Aspinwall. Photo by Steven Thompson

UNF professor gives perspective on California wildfire

Steven Thompson | Nov 19, 2018

76 people have died, and 9,700 homes have been destroyed in the massive “Camp Fire” wildfire that is burning in Butte County, California, according to CAL FIRE. So far in the past ten days, 149,500...

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“Widows” steals hearts in latest heist drama

Steven Thompson | Nov 19, 2018

“Widows” is a heist drama unlike any you’ve seen before. Director Steve McQueen, best known for “12 Years a Slave,” masterfully weaves so many plot twists into the movie that you will feel as...

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Toys for Tots campaign brings Christmas cheer to local children

Toys for Tots campaign brings Christmas cheer to local children

Sarah Bethea | Nov 18, 2018

The UNF Military and Veterans Resource Center is collecting donations for the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive, so children whose parents can’t afford to buy them gifts for the holidays...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Two birds, one stone: gobble gobble

Lianna Norman, News Editor | Nov 18, 2018

Thanksgiving isn't necessarily a word tied to healthy habits, but this holiday season Winn-Dixie has decided to change that. According to their website, Winn-Dixie is now offering a free Thanksgiving...

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The album cover for Illuminati Hotties' "Kiss Yr Frenemies." Courtesy of illuminati hotties.

Illuminati Hotties bring garage-rock-inspired indie alternative with “Kiss Yr Frenemies”

Nicole Moore, Assistant Music Director | Nov 17, 2018

Every so often there comes an album that doesn’t seem all that interesting or different from it’s companions on the surface, but is actually a finely-tuned, great album deeper down. This is...

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Department of Education scorecard shows UNF grads earn below state average

Department of Education scorecard shows UNF grads earn below state average

Steven Thompson | Nov 16, 2018

Brace yourselves Ospreys, because where you attend college could have a huge impact on how much money you will earn. According to the U.S. Department of Education’s official scorecard for the University...

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The season for fun and family

Aleema Jack | Nov 16, 2018

Thanksgiving is a time for football games, feasting and reunions where we make memories with family and friends to celebrate the togetherness of loved ones. For some of us, it’s our favorite time of...

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Student Body President Jenna DuPilka. Photo by Brandon Diaz.

Sitting down with SG President on alcohol policy change and other issues

Alan Vargas, Government Reporter | Nov 13, 2018

The third floor of the UNF Student Union is typically a busy place where student government officials move from meeting to meeting, but for two weeks in early October, anxiousness pervaded the halls...

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Stan Lee has died this past Monday, aged 95. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

EXCELSIOR!: How Stan Lee revolutionized entertainment

David Eckstein | Nov 13, 2018

Stan Lee, the creator of Marvel comics, passed away Monday. This news comes as a shock to millions of people all over the world. Through his characters, so many of which leapt off the comic panels and...

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UNF professor Stephen Stagon has created "Mesoglue."

A “Meso” Success: UNF assistant professor creates the first room-temperature metallic

Daniela Toporek | Nov 13, 2018

Imagine better quality and durability of electronics, such as our beloved smartphones and game consoles, yet at a cheaper cost. Stephen Stagon, UNF assistant professor of mechanical engineering, may have...

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“Overlord” is tons of fun for everyone

David Eckstein | Nov 12, 2018

From director Julius Avery (Son of a Gun) and producer J.J. Abrams (Super 8, Star Trek, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens) comes "Overlord," a WWII film about American paratroopers who are tasked with...

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