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People participate in a rally outside the White House in Washington, Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in support of the protesters in Cuba. The problems of two tiny Caribbean states, Cuba and Haiti, have vexed U.S. presidents for decades. Now, Haiti and Cuba are posing a growing challenge for President Joe Biden that could have political ramifications.(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

AP: Cuba, Haiti stir fresh political pressures for US president

AAMER MADHANI and MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press Jul 14, 2021

WASHINGTON (AP) — They are two tiny Caribbean states whose intractable problems have vexed U.S. presidents for decades. Now, Haiti and Cuba are suddenly posing a growing challenge for President Joe Biden...

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UNF’s procedures for tropical storms and hurricanes

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Jul 13, 2021

With hurricane season rushing in, UNF continues to work to keep students, faculty, and staff well-informed, prepared, and safe when it comes to severe weather striking the First Coast.  The UNF Emergency...

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NEWS: Inside Swoop in 90 Seconds

NEWS: Inside Swoop in 90 Seconds

Paola Castillo, UNF School of Communication Jul 13, 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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Events happening at UNF this week

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Jul 13, 2021

Jacksonville has plenty to offer this week, but students have the opportunity to participate in a number of free, fun, and educational events right on UNF’s campus this July.   Join Osprey Life...

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FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010 file photo Esther Bejarano, who survived former Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz, performs a hip-hop song during an Auschwitz-Committee event to commemorate the liberation of Auschwitz by the Soviet Army on January 27, 1945, in Hamburg, Germany. Bejarano has died on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at the age of 96 in Hamburg, Germany. (AP Photo/Heribert Proepper, file)

AP: Auschwitz survivor who fought racism with music dies at 96

FRANK JORDANS, Associated Press Jul 13, 2021

BERLIN (AP) — Esther Bejarano, a survivor of the Auschwitz death camp who used the power of music to fight antisemitism and racism in post-war Germany, has died at 96. Bejarano died peacefully in...

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Fourth of July fireworks: Diving into the dangers of the time-honored American event

Morgan Jeremy, Police Reporter Jul 13, 2021

Every year, countless people gather together on July fourth to celebrate American independence with parties, cookouts, and spectacular firework displays. However, these displays are notorious for causing...

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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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“Fatal Traffic Accident” occurs on UNF Campus

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Jul 11, 2021

This afternoon, Ospreys received a push alert that a traffic accident occurred on UNF property.    Very little is known at this time, but the accident has resulted in a death, with someone...

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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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