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Marvel's "Luke Cage" has been cancelled by Netflix after two successful seasons. Photo courtesy of Marvel.

Netflix cancels Marvel’s “Luke Cage”

David Eckstein Oct 22, 2018

In a stunning series of recent events, Netflix has canceled one of its biggest hits, “Luke Cage,” after only two seasons. It’s probably no coincidence that this show has ended, given that Netflix...

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Tips to stay healthy this cold and flu season

Tips to stay healthy this cold and flu season

Steven Thompson Oct 22, 2018

The UNF campus is a great place for higher learning and intramural sports. It is also a breeding ground for influenza, which is commonly known as the flu. Cold and flu symptoms are strikingly similar....

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UNF assistant men's baseball coach Andrew Hannon. Photo courtesy unfospreys.com

UNF alumni spotlight: Andrew Hannon

Steven Thompson Oct 21, 2018

As a University of North Florida player, Andrew Hannon fondly recalls when the UNF baseball team played Southeastern Conference powerhouse Mississippi State. The UNF team won two of the three games, but...

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The Teal Pumpkin Project came to UNF Market Days. Photo by Sarah Bethea.

UNF Dining Services encourages students to go teal on Halloween for allergy awareness

Sarah Bethea Oct 18, 2018

While decorating pumpkins is a cute way to have a little seasonal fun, the important message some may spread is the real takeaway.  In fact, Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. is a busy time at Osprey...

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UNF hosted a lecture on America's role in the changing world. photo by Jessica May.

UNF hosts lecture on America’s role in the changing world

Jessica May Oct 17, 2018

The question, “Is America in decline?” was posed to a group of 500 to 600 people at the Herbert University Center Tuesday, Oct. 16 by Walter Mead. Mead is a Distinguished Fellow at Hudson Institute,...

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The cover of The Stress of Leisure's "Eruption Bounce." Courtesy Plus One Records.

1,000 Listens or Less: The Stress of Leisure’s “Eruption Bounce”

Nicole Moore, Assistant Music Director Oct 16, 2018

"Eruption Bounce" is the sixth studio album by Brisbane-based post-punk rockers The Stress of Leisure, bringing their own unique twist to an already decorated genre. The simple orange cover, void of anything...

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UNF Sophomore Traian Marginean was one of the first to return to Chicago Pizza.

UNF student returns to Chicago Pizza after the Jacksonville Landing Shooting

Steven Thompson Oct 15, 2018

Chicago Pizza re-opened its restaurant at The Landing on Oct. 5 after being closed for more than a month following the mass shooting that left three people dead, including the alleged gunman. Traian...

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Pink balloons are brought out for a balloon send off for those who have died from breast cancer.

Jacksonville Seafood Soul Festival held at UNF in support of the Edith Marie Foundation

Sarah Bethea Oct 14, 2018

The Jacksonville Seafood Soul Festival took place at the UNF Coxwell Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 13 and featured food trucks from around the city, as well as local musicians, vendors and a play area...

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Recently appointed Supreme Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Court of Appeals.

Solidarity circle: Discussing sexual assault and proper consent

Heydi Ortiz Oct 11, 2018

On a rainy Wednesday afternoon, hidden from the storm’s downpour, a group of students gathered to talk about sexual assault and what to do now that Brett Kavanaugh is an associate justice on the Supreme...

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Richard Kimball spoke at the "Vote Smart" lecture event on campus. Photo by Jessica May.

President of “VoteSmart” speaks to students about making informed decisions when voting

Jessica May Oct 10, 2018

UNF’s Hicks Honors College welcomed the president of VoteSmart, Richard Kimball, who spoke to students about “voter self-defense” and how to find evidence-based information on politicians in order...

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UNF Athletes, then and now: Dallas Moore

UNF Athletes, then and now: Dallas Moore

DeAndre Pearson Oct 9, 2018

There have been numerous student athletes from UNF who have gone on pursue their dreams of continuing their career professionally, Dallas Moore did just that after graduating from North Florida. Then: Former...

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The album artwork for "Trench." Courtesy of Fueled by Ramen.

Twenty One Pilots break old habits on “Trench”

Alex Toth, Features Editor Oct 9, 2018

I did not expect this album from Twenty One Pilots in 2018. To be honest, I’d be surprised if anyone did. After “Blurryface” catapulted them into the mainstream three years ago, it seemed certain...

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