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Democratic vice presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris of California, speaks during the third day of the Democratic National Convention, at the Chase Center in Wilmington, Del., Aug. 19, 2020. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

Vice President Kamala Harris to visit Duval County

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Mar 22, 2021

Vice President Kamala Harris will be visiting Duval County today, March 22. She is planning to visit an unnamed Jacksonville vaccine site after meeting with the leaders of Feeding NEFL, North East Florida’s...

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Crowds defiantly gather in the street while a speaker blasts music an hour past curfew in Miami Beach, Fla., on Sunday, March 21, 2021. An 8 p.m. curfew has been extended in Miami Beach after law enforcement worked to contain unruly crowds of spring break tourists.  (Daniel A. Varela/Miami Herald via AP)

AP: Miami Beach curfew aims to shut down Spring Break partying

KELLI KENNEDY, Associated Press Mar 22, 2021

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A party-ending curfew imposed after fights, gunfire, property destruction and dangerous stampedes broke out among huge crowds of people in Miami Beach could extend through...

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How to survive a career fair

Mally Nichols, Reporter Mar 19, 2021

Looking ahead to the future can be a bit of a daunting task for any student. Finding a job after college is intimidating, and networking may not come easily to everyone. This is where career fairs come...

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Tips for living with roommates

Mally Nichols, Reporter Mar 19, 2021

Many students live with roommates during college. Typically, freshmen end up living with at least one other person, if not two other people, depending on the type of housing.  Sometimes it can be a...

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Students’ thoughts on UNF’s reopening plans for the fall

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Mar 18, 2021

UNF students will flock back to the Nest this fall semester, and Spinnaker decided to see how students feel about it. While some are looking forward to being back on campus, others aren’t as comfortable...

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Generation review

Kyle McGovern, Reporter Mar 18, 2021

“Generation” is a new HBO Max original show that premiered on March 11, streaming three episodes. The comedy-drama follows a cast of high school students exploring the modern world.  The cast of...

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WHM: Highlighting five women-owned beauty businesses

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Mar 18, 2021

Many women have built up exceptional brands over the years that produce products known and loved by many. In honor of Women'sHistory Month, here are five women-owned businesses that are producing worth-your-while...

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How many students are using the UNF mobile app?

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter Mar 18, 2021

According to a recent Spinnaker survey posted on Instagram, the ‘UNF Mobile’ app is a popular choice among Ospreys. Questions included in Survey: Do you use any of UNF’S mobile apps? What...

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AP: Florida bill seeks to block trans athletes from girls teams

BRENDAN FARRINGTON, Associated Press Mar 18, 2021

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Transgender women and girls couldn't play on girls and women's school sports teams under a bill passed by a Florida House committee on Wednesday. The bill, called the Fairness...

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WHM Spotlight: Susan B. Anthony

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Mar 18, 2021

Susan B. Anthony is one of the most well-known pioneers of the women’s suffrage movement, a decade-long fight for women to receive the right to vote. Anthony was born in 1820 in Adams, Massachusetts...

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2021 Oscar nominations

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Mar 17, 2021

Nominations for the 2021 Oscars were announced last Monday. The show will be held on Sunday, April 25, 2021, and can be viewed on ABC.  There were 76 nominations given to 70 women, which is a new...

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2021 Grammy Awards, a brief recap

2021 Grammy Awards, a brief recap

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Mar 17, 2021

Trevor Noah hosted The 63rd Annual Grammy Awards on March 14. There were many performers at the event including Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, and Cardi B. There were many nominations, but Beyoncé led the...

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