It’s only a matter of time before computers are smarter than we are
(11/09/12 12:30am)
We are living in exciting times.
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“Adventure Time” takes off on YouTube
(11/08/12 12:15am)
One of the most notable elements of the show “Adventure Time” is not the flying rainbow-unicorn or the extremely vivid imaginary world, but the theme song and the other music featured. YouTube has been the epicenter of remakes, remixes and covers galore for all of the songs featured on the show.
Phone scammers demand money for family members
(11/06/12 1:45am)
Two UF students have been targeted by phone scammers claiming to be holding their family members hostage in the past month, according to a University Police public bulletin.
House of representatives candidate looks to aid job creation through deregulation
(11/06/12 12:30am)
Though Keith Perry was born in Florida State University territory, he hopes to represent The Gator Nation in the state House of Representatives.
System helps with memory problems for UF researchers
(11/06/12 12:15am)
GatorCloud is about to drench UF’s campus with data.
Citizen journalism can give you a voice
(11/02/12 1:45am)
On Wednesday, I gave two different presentations in two different classes on the same topic: citizen journalism. Despite wanting to give myself a root canal the night before — trying to wrap up the work for both classes and having only slept for about three hours — I realized I was delving into an extraordinary subject. If you’ve never heard of the term citizen journalism, don’t worry; I hadn’t either.
Vice president rallies supporters in politically split county in Ocala
(11/01/12 2:15am)
Vice President Joe Biden stepped onto the stage, sunglasses at the ready, and flashed a smile at the crowd.
A vote for the third party is not a waste
(11/01/12 1:45am)
I’m tired of being told I’m wasting my vote.
Wireless Internet access restored to dorms after upgrade
(11/01/12 12:15am)
UF students living in dorms using the new Windows 8 operating system have wireless Internet access again.
Interactive Internet: You gotta verify info before you trust it
(10/30/12 2:00am)
Why does social media have to ruin everything?
High school, college students hit books
(10/29/12 12:50am)
Books are cool again.
Darts & Laurels
(10/26/12 2:00am)
Take a whiff. Is that something in the air? It has a distinct smell, that’s for sure, but we can’t quite exactly put our finger on it ... Oh, right, how silly of us! Fest is here. That’s why the air feels so foreboding and dirty.
Copperpots return to Gainesville
(10/25/12 10:56am)
Before he takes the stage with his live band, The Copperpots, David Lareau will be adhering to his pre-show ritual — to drink a minimum of four alcoholic beverages.
4 festive Halloween costume ideas on a budget
(10/25/12 1:00am)
Forget spending way too much money on way too little fabric for a sexy-something Halloween costume. Instead, use materials you most likely have around the house for these ultra-creative pop culture costume ideas.
Shocktober Scares - Internet campaigns try to take focus
(10/23/12 2:00am)
Something sneaky’s going on behind our backs.
There’s No Place like Home
(10/22/12 10:35am)
Before coming to UF, my mom and I agreed that I would come home to visit about once a month. When we made that arrangement, once a month seemed like a lot of going home to me. I have now discovered that so much goes on that I am happy to go back every month and talk about my experiences and see my family.
Boca Raton hosts final debate
(10/22/12 12:53am)
President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney will face off for the third and final presidential debate at 9 p.m. tonight. The event will take place about 300 miles away, but the impact will resonate everywhere — especially on the Internet.
Social Media and Politics
(10/21/12 3:25am)
In an age where the lives of everyday citizens can be found documented on Facebook, it shouldn’t be surprising that in an election to decide the leader of the free world, social media is exploding.
Darts & Laurels
(10/19/12 2:00am)
It’s midterm season, in case you weren’t aware. Beware the ides of October, for with them come great responsibility — or something. Some of you find stress relief by doing yoga; some of you find it by releasing your impotent rage on our website’s comment section, and that’s cool, too. We see you, guys. Feel acknowledged. You’re welcome.
Texts help residents make ends meet
(10/19/12 12:50am)
Help for financially struggling Gainesville residents is now available through a new texting service.
