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We live in a world full of myths. Never mind the tales of Japanese-animated Italian-American plumbers loading up on mushrooms and picking fights with fire-breathing dinosaurs, nor the tales of an undocumented bunny who can’t keep track of his eggs. (And why do we insist on sending our children to pick up after his mess?) No, what we wish to discuss is the collection of falsehoods so many of us commonly accept as “probably true.”

Shayna Pirreca passes the ball during Florida's 12-11 win over Michigan on Feb. 13, 2016, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

Freshmen gaining experience, stepping up for UF lacrosse

By Kyle Brutman | Apr. 6, 2016

The Gators were without junior midfielders Mollie Stevens and Carli Marsh.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Guest Column: Urge Student Senate to confirm qualified nominees

Apr. 6, 2016

When I became Student Body president, I wanted to make sure that diversity was more than just a checkmark. Because I want to chip away at the racism, classism and discrimination that exists in Student Government — issues that will continue to plague SG going forward.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Column: In defense of the super delegate system

Apr. 6, 2016

The 2016 primaries have brought an almost endless stream of surprises. Former “outsider” candidates have outlasted most of their well-funded, well-known opponents. As this primary season continually looks like it will be razor-thin, it is clear the most important thing is delegates.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Column: Cuban MLB team could change things

Apr. 6, 2016

Before he was 15 years old, Jose Fernandez was arrested three times for attempting to flee Cuba. Today, he is an MLB All-Star pitcher for the Miami Marlins.

THE AVENUE | FOOD

Caribbean Queen's Sweet Sixteen: Celebrating 16 years of authentic Jamaican cuisine

By Laura Gomez | Apr. 6, 2016

To some, Valerie Phillips is better known as Ms. Queen.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Alachua County Library to host annual comic convention

By Lauren Fernandez | Apr. 6, 2016

Given the success of last year’s event, the Alachua County Library District will host a second annual Fandomonium comic convention Saturday.

Diego Hidalgo returns a serve during Florida's 6-1 win over Troy on Jan. 17, 2016, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF men tennis' home winning streak snapped by Virginia

By Dylan Dixon | Apr. 6, 2016

The Florida men’s tennis team has been as hot as any program in the country over the past few weeks, winning eight of nine matches and skyrocketing more than 25 spots in the national rankings from Feb. 27 to April 5.

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

The Hippodrome Theatre warps back to '80s cinema

By Cecilia Lemus | Apr. 6, 2016

The classic ‘80s film “Ghostbusters” will return to the theater this weekend at the Hippodrome Cinema, located at the Hippodrome State Theatre, for its Time Warp 80s Night.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC