Tree trimmer charged with theft, burglary
(02/07/12 12:59am)
Gainesville police foiled a burglary attempt Sunday afternoon when the alleged criminal left behind a distinct clue: a business card.
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Violence, unrest in Egypt signs of ‘growing global disorder'
(02/07/12 12:15am)
Seventy-four Egyptians were killed during a soccer match in Cairo on Feb. 1. The beaten and trampled victims suffered stab wounds, suffocation and severe head trauma. The immediate cause of the brawl is uncertain, but it was likely motivated by team rivalry.
Tragedy should signal better safety measures
(02/07/12 12:15am)
Waking up Sunday morning two weekends ago, I booted up my Internet browser to check on the news, politics and my guilty pleasure of celebrity scandal.
Memes for your major
(02/02/12 12:15am)
Obsessed with majoring in anthropology? There's a meme for that.
A feminist response to Shit Girls Say
(02/01/12 12:15am)
I've got to say, my first reaction to Shit Girls Say was a laugh. I probably gave it a louder chuckle than I give most Twitter trends or YouTube videos. You see, I have a sense of humor. I understand the video wasn't meant to be malicious, and I understand that if you take Shit Girls Say at face value, then it can be pretty funny. However, if you look past the surface of the Internet's latest fad, there are a few harsh stereotypes that don't deserve an LOL.
Rat race: All presidential candidates flawed
(01/31/12 12:30am)
From the top two candidates in the Republican race, it appears that GOP voters are looking for a few key things. They want a candidate who supports increased military interventionism, an expansion of the surveillance state, social conservative values and an individual health care mandate.
Americans need to acknowledge humanitarian crises
(01/31/12 12:15am)
We readily scorn humanitarian crises in hindsight, but we have a selfish habit of ignoring those that persist in the present. Like the ostrich that buries its head, we feign that all is well even if we don't see it.
Copyright conflict: Current law caters to ‘creative class'
(01/26/12 12:30am)
Throughout the current debate over the Stop Online Piracy Act, SOPA, and its sister bill the Protect Intellectual Property Act, PIPA, supporters and opponents have been in agreement that online piracy is a problem that should be addressed.
Music technology faces new challenges
(01/26/12 12:15am)
Unless you slept through last week, you've probably heard a lot of talk about digital piracy. The shutdown of Megaupload and the reaction by Anonymous, as well as the collective reaction to SOPA and PIPA, mark a distinct moment in American music. Let's face it, just about all of us have listened to a song on YouTube — an activity SOPA would have liked to eliminate — and probably almost as many have downloaded copyrighted material illegally — use whatever vague, shade-of-grey language you wish to color it. In spite of the constant backlash against the recording industry for promoting such draconian legislation, it doesn't come without a reasonable motive: According to the RIAA, "only 37 percent of music acquired by U.S. consumers in 2009 was paid for."
Fifth Avenue Fashion: Too Cool for School?
(01/26/12 12:15am)
Even though you stalked ISIS for the perfect schedule and attended all your classes the first two weeks of the semester, old habits die hard. Let's be honest — like any good student, you've successfully managed to avoid buying "required" textbooks for the majority of your college career and have mastered the art of procrastination.
Marketing music in Gainesville is fun
(01/26/12 12:15am)
Major record labels were once the kingpins of the entire music industry. In the pre-digital age, fledgling artists and bands needed the security and support of a major label to promote them, to ensure proper album distribution and to basically guarantee their survival.
Local apartment rent may increase next year
(01/24/12 12:54am)
Some students and Gainesville residents could pay a little more for apartment living next year.
Bicycle bandit arrested after student sets up sting
(01/24/12 12:30am)
A UF student recovered his stolen bike Sunday night after coordinating a sting operation with Gainesville Police.
Darts & laurels
(01/20/12 12:30am)
If you haven't noticed, it's Hollywood awards show season, and the stars are coming out.
The Art of Flying Solo: Deactivation
(01/19/12 12:15am)
One of the biggest differences of opinion that has been characterizing Gainesville lately lies in the split personality of Mother Nature. A literal night-and-day contrast, the weather over the past week has not only confused my wardrobe but has also influenced my decision-making abilities in other areas of life. Shakespeare was onto something with the words, "To be, or not to be?" for that is the question that shall forever remain unanswered in some way, shape or form. Add or drop? Pass or fail? Spend or save? Stay single or swing? Continue or quit? Hibernate or hobnob?
Florida congressmen drop support for online piracy act
(01/19/12 12:15am)
When Michael Vensamoye got to his International Relations class an hour early on Wednesday, he knew how to pass the time.
About 7,000 websites black out pages in protest
(01/18/12 1:01am)
Don't try to settle any bets using Wikipedia today. Or browse Reddit. Or check Boing Boing.
Innovation Hub at UF helping establish startups
(01/18/12 12:15am)
Since opening in October, Florida Innovation Hub at UF has already made a difference for startup companies housed in the new facility, some companies' presidents said.
Internet ire: Congress should kill ‘anti-piracy' bill
(01/17/12 12:30am)
It appears as though one widely unpopular piece of legislation, the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) might be killed before the House of Representatives can bring it to a vote.
Off the Record: Best of 2011
(01/11/12 11:59pm)
At the end of 2011, I was more wrapped up in end-of-the-year lists than ever before. This was the first year I was making a list of my own for the publication I write for and also keeping track of bands that I work with, hoping to see their records receive attention across the Web.
