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FILE - Crews from the United States and Israel work in the rubble Champlain Towers South condo, Tuesday, June 29, 2021, in Surfside, Fla.  The Israeli search and rescue team that arrived in South Florida shortly after the Champlain Towers South collapsed last month is heading home after an emotional sendoff in Surfside. The team planned to leave Florida on Sunday, July 11. During a brief Saturday evening ceremony, Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava thanked the battalion for their “unrelenting dedication." (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

AP: Search in Florida collapse to take weeks; deaths reach 90

FREIDA FRISARO and BOBBY CAINA CALVAN, Associated Press Jul 12, 2021

SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) — Authorities searching for victims of a deadly collapse in Florida said Sunday they hope to conclude their painstaking work in the coming weeks as a team of first responders from...

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‘Loki’ episode five review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jul 9, 2021

Black Widow may be coming out this week, but don’t think that’s gonna stop me from talking about this week’s episode of “Loki.” After that big tease at the end of the last episode, we could tell...

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Using hazard lights in Florida now legal in certain weather conditions

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Jul 9, 2021

Florida drivers have been reminded over the years not to use their hazard lights in the rain, however, a new law in Florida changes that.  The new law, which went into effect July 1, allows Florida...

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Microsoft brings cloud gaming to iOS & Windows 10 PCs

Microsoft brings cloud gaming to iOS & Windows 10 PCs

Michael Tracey, Reporter Jul 8, 2021

The dream of having the freedom to play a video game without a console or an expensive PC is now a reality for more Xbox gamers, thanks to Microsoft. Last week, the American technology company announced...

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What’s open for the Summer B term?

Megan Blackadar, Reporter Jul 8, 2021

With the start of the Summer B term and more students on campus, many amenities on campus are opening up or seeing extended hours. Here is a handy guide for what you can enjoy while on campus for Summer...

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UNF’s new track elevates Jacksonville’s national track presence

UNF’s new track elevates Jacksonville’s national track presence

John Watson, Sports Editor Jul 7, 2021

Featured Image: UNF Athletics Years in the making, UNF’s newly resurfaced Visit Jax Track at Hodges Stadium has caught the attention of runners and fans alike. With Olympic stars like Allyson Felix...

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President Anne H. Hopkins. October 7,1998

Former UNF President Anne H. Hopkins passes away

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Jul 7, 2021

The University of North Florida’s fourth president, Dr. Anne H. Hopkins, passed away this past Fourth of July weekend. Dr. Hopkins was the University’s president from 1999 to 2002 and worked as a political...

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Album review: Call Me If You Get Lost

Furio Gerwitz, Volunteer DJ Jul 7, 2021

"Call Me If You Get Lost" is the latest album by rapper and producer Tyler the Creator, released on June 25.  The album largely acts as a victory lap in the wake of the critical and commercial success...

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SW: Bad Batch ep. #10 review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jul 7, 2021

We return to “Bad Batch” with an episode that takes the group into new territory, albeit with familiar elements as they undertake a mission that challenges their ideologies. The episode “Common...

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‘Naruto’ anime review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jul 6, 2021

When “Dragon Ball Z” finished its run in America in the late 90s, its popularity gave rise to a lot of anime that would be shown in the western world. As expected, many of them had a lot of focus on...

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NEWS: Inside Swoop in 90 Seconds

NEWS: Inside Swoop in 90 Seconds

Paola Castillo, UNF School of Communication Jul 6, 2021

Presented by the UNF School of Communication. ____ For more information or news tips, or if you see an error in this story or have any compliments or concerns, contact editor@unfspinnaker.com.

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UNF says Crisis Management Team is monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa as it closes in on Florida

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Jul 6, 2021

UNF has released the following statement about the rapidly approaching Tropical Storm Elsa: “The University of North Florida Crisis Management Team is currently monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa. The...

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