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FILE - This combo of booking photos provided by the Glynn County, Ga., Detention Center, shows from left, Travis McMichael, his father Gregory McMichael, and William "Roddie" Bryan Jr. The Justice Department announced federal hate crime charges against the three men Wednesday, April 28,2021,  in the death of Ahmaud Arbery, a Georgia man who was killed while out for a run last year. All three are charged with one count of interference with civil rights and attempted kidnapping. The McMichaels are also charged with using, carrying and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence.(Glynn County Detention Center via AP)

AP: US indicts 3 on hate crime charges in death of Ahmaud Arbery

MICHAEL BALSAMO and RUSS BYNUM, Associated Press Apr 29, 2021

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department brought federal hate crimes charges Wednesday in the death of Ahmaud Arbery, charging a father and son who armed themselves, chased and fatally shot the 25-year-old...

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What is the disciplinary action for discrimination at UNF?

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Apr 28, 2021

The recent anti-Semitic incident on campus was surprising to many and opened people’s eyes to similar acts which have occurred at UNF. When asked what disciplinary action UNF  would take if something...

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier season finale review

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier season finale review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Apr 28, 2021

It took us six long weeks, but we finally reached the finish line with this series. Even though it's only been six episodes, a lot has happened in terms of story and character. We’ve seen big moments,...

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FILE - This May 4, 2020, photo provided by the U.S. Navy shows SEAL candidates participating in "surf immersion" during Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training at the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Center in Coronado, Calif. U.S. Navy SEALs are undergoing a major transition to improve leadership and expand their commando capabilities. (MC1 Anthony Walker/U.S. Navy via AP)

AP: Navy SEALs to shift from counterterrorism to global threats

LOLITA C. BALDOR, Associated Press Apr 28, 2021

WASHINGTON (AP) — Ten years after they found and killed Osama bin Laden, U.S. Navy SEALs are undergoing a major transition to improve leadership and expand their commando capabilities to better battle...

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Stunning mural created for Spinnaker Media

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 27, 2021

Vibrant bursts of color and a captivating work of art now greet those who enter Spinnaker Media’s office thanks to recent UNF graduate and Spinnaker’s design editor, Jill Responte. Responte has...

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Mortal Kombat movie review

Mortal Kombat movie review

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Apr 27, 2021

“The Mortal Kombat” movie reboot was released on April  23, in theatres and on HBO Max. The movie features fan-favorite characters such as Lui Kang (Ludi Lin), Mileena (Sisi Stringer), and Scorpion...

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President Joe Biden speaks about the coronavirus in the State Dinning Room of the White House, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, in Washington. Experts say Biden's pledge to undo his predecessor's anti-regulatory policies on the environment won't be accomplished easily, despite a fast start. After taking office last week, Biden returned the U.S. to the Paris climate accords, revoked the Keystone oil pipeline’s federal permit and halted oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.   (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

President Biden becomes first president to officially recognize the massacre of Armenians in World War I as a genocide

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Apr 27, 2021

On April 24, President Joe Biden became the first American President to officially recognize the massacre of Armenians in World War I as a genocide.  His statement was delivered on the 106th anniversary...

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FILE - In this April 21, 2021, file photo, President Joe Biden speaks about COVID-19 vaccinations at the White House, in Washington. Biden spent his first 100 days encouraging Americans to mask up and stay home to slow the spread of COVID-19. His task for the next 100 will be to encourage the opposite behavior and manage the nation’s transition back to normalcy. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)

AP: In fight against virus, Biden looks for path back to normal

ZEKE MILLER, Associated Press Apr 27, 2021

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden spent his first 100 days in office encouraging Americans to mask up and stay home to slow the spread of the coronavirus. His task for the next 100 days will be...

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UNF Athletic Director Lee Moon to retire soon

UNF Athletic Director Lee Moon to retire soon

Riley Platt, Reporter Apr 26, 2021

It has been quite the career for Lee Moon, who has spent a whopping 55 years in college athletics. The pioneer of UNF athletics recently announced his retirement after 12 years of service at the university. Taking...

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COVID-19 violations at UNF

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 26, 2021

Although UNF hasn’t had as many students on campus as previous years because of the pandemic, there has still been a large number of students who have violated the university’s protocols and rules...

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Ospreys cash in over weekend with two ASUN championships

Riley Platt, Reporter Apr 26, 2021

Featured Image by UNF Athletics. It was quite the weekend for the UNF athletic department as two of the school’s most successful teams took home conference championships. Stellar performances from...

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Thanks to two home runs by graduate transfer Alex Kachler, the Ospreys were able to defeat the Bulldogs in Athens on Friday night

Ospreys complete season sweep of JU in dominant fashion

Riley Platt, Reporter Apr 26, 2021

Following a road sweep of the Jacksonville Dolphins in March, the UNF Ospreys had a chance to pull off the season sweep this weekend as they hosted their rivals. Despite being a competitive series at times,...

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