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Political satire: Why laughter is the best medicine

Political satire: Why laughter is the best medicine

Grace Stoler, Reporter | Oct 30, 2020

At first glance, it may seem like 2020 has had nothing to offer humanity but various forms of doom and gloom. Fortunately however, it has given comedic writers and satirists many opportunities to work...

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Throwback movie review of 'Hocus Pocus'

Throwback movie review of ‘Hocus Pocus’

Erik Feliciano, Reporter | Oct 29, 2020

With Halloween only a few days away, what better movie to keep the spooky momentum going than “Hocus Pocus”? After moving from California to Salem, Massachusetts, Max becomes the new kid in town...

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Understanding the barriers of diversity

Understanding the barriers of diversity

Jonathan Melancon, Reporter | Oct 29, 2020

Political exorcism, privilege recognition, and divisive stereotypes were discussed Oct. 27 in UNF’s Zoom meeting on Race, Politics, and Religion.  Race, politics and religion are three components...

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Thrifting your Halloween costume

Thrifting your Halloween costume

Kathlene Lei Ruiz, Creative Services Intern | Oct 29, 2020

If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably in search of some last minute Halloween costume ideas. This year has been hectic and the thought of putting together the perfect costume might have slipped...

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'Spoilercast' reviews 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm'

‘Spoilercast’ reviews ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’

Kaitlyn Bowers, Features Editor | Oct 28, 2020

Join the cast of "Spoilercast" as they discuss Sacha Baron Cohen's latest addition to the Borat series. The full episode can be viewed below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7JV-A5jVsw&feature=youtu.be ___ For...

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UNF School of Music showcases first annual Opera Gala

UNF School of Music showcases first annual Opera Gala

Kaitlyn Bowers, Features Editor | Oct 28, 2020

The School of Music is putting on an event like never before with their first annual Opera Gala.  The virtual gala, which will premiere at 7 p.m. on Oct. 30, can be viewed here.  Watch the...

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UNF researchers survey urban alligator population

UNF researchers survey urban alligator population

Darvin Nelson, News Editor | Oct 28, 2020

A UNF biology team conducted a year-long research study of the population of Jacksonville’s urban alligators. The team wanted to observe how alligators behave in large cities, and found that there are...

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My experience of COVID-19 and three weeks of quarantine

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter | Oct 28, 2020

Three weeks in UNF-administered quarantine has been one of the most unique and challenging experiences in my entire life. That’s saying a lot, considering I had to go through the college admissions process....

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‘Cursed Films’ reviews ‘The Bye Bye Man’

Kaitlyn Bowers, Features Editor | Oct 26, 2020

Join the cast of "Cursed Films," Spinnaker's bad movie review show, as they review the 2017 film, "The Bye Bye Man." The full episode can be viewed below. https://youtu.be/H9CPyDKraLM ___ For...

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No gym is no excuse: Negative health effects caused by no physical activity

No gym is no excuse: Negative health effects caused by no physical activity

Aloe Suarez, Reporter | Oct 26, 2020

With self-quarantining still in effect, lack of any activity could cause additional negative health effects, such as diabetes and mental stress. Health officials are concerned that most Americans are...

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UNF celebrates Interfaith Week: 'Religious and Nonreligious United for Social Change'

UNF celebrates Interfaith Week: ‘Religious and Nonreligious United for Social Change’

Aloe Suarez, Reporter | Oct 26, 2020

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - This week kicks off the start of Interfaith Week at the University of North Florida, where students and faculty of various religions band together to learn and engage with one another...

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The art of college pranks

The art of college pranks

Erik Feliciano, Reporter | Oct 24, 2020

When you think about college life, some of the things that come to mind are parties, cramming for finals, and crazy college pranks. Over the years there have been a wide variety of pranks, some harmless,...

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