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LIFESTYLE
New report shows cellphone reception getting worse
By Brittany Brave | Mar. 30, 2011Hello, can you hear me now?
COVID-19
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LIFESTYLE
Study: Self-compassion could boost grades
By Webb | Mar. 30, 2011What do you do when you fail a midterm?
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LIFESTYLE
Catching up on recent gaming news
By Andrew Wyzan | Mar. 30, 2011I often use this column as a platform to rant about recent gaming news, and for that I am truly sorry. This is why you never should give a weekly column to a person who shouts his opinions at the TV. That being said, there has been a surplus of news in the gaming industry lately, and it’s important to be up-to-date on the often ridiculous headlines journalists use. Here’s some of the most interesting industry news:
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LIFESTYLE
Venture into spring - while you still can
By Benjamin Evans | Mar. 30, 2011Soul singer Otis Redding sang "You don't miss your water till your well runs dry." And even though you, seniors, may be ready to get out of this place, take advantage of what North Florida has to offer during your last month in the area. Spring is here, and there are plenty of festivals and fairs where you can catch some sun and take in some of what local communities have to offer.
OPINION
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EDITORIALS
Young Gun; Rubio returns to spotlight, demands reforms
By The Alligator Editorial Board | Mar. 30, 2011Remember Marco Rubio?
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LIFESTYLE
To calm mind, tai chi emphasizes form and breathing
By Robert Imfeld | Mar. 30, 2011Tai chi chuan, more commonly known as tai chi, is an ancient Chinese form of martial arts. It uses a series of slow movements designed to strengthen the body, increase flexibility and calm the mind.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Website shows even big boys cry too
By Tyler Francischine | Mar. 30, 2011Have you ever wept in Weaver, cried near Criser, mourned in the MUB?
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FASHION
Lens flair
By Dana Burke | Mar. 30, 2011For the latest frills, flair and everything fashion, check out what our lens caught this week.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF grad aims to inspire with new book
By Carter Lyles | Mar. 30, 2011Author Steven D. Cohen isn’t satisfied enough with you buying his new book, “Lessons From The Podium: Public Speaking as a Leadership Art.”
OPINION
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COLUMNS
Scott for cronies, not average Floridian
By Chad Mohammed | Mar. 30, 2011I seem to be in fair company with writing this article, as a recent poll showed that Gov. Rick Scott has an approval rating of just 32 percent. On an assortment of issues from education funding to reductions in state workers’ salaries, the governor simply is in the wrong.
OPINION
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EDITORIALS
Supersize Lawsuit
By The Alligator Editorial Board | Mar. 30, 2011In case you haven’t heard, our favorite obnoxiously large supermarket chain is pleading its case in front of the U.S. Supreme Court as it tries to avoid the largest job bias class action lawsuit ever. We don’t know yet if Walmart actually will go to trial over claims of sexism on the job, but we do know the court is split along gender and there are an incredible number of variables to keep in mind when considering a lawsuit with some 1.6 million people involved.
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ART AND THEATER
Downtown bars give taste of local art
By Michelle Klug | Mar. 30, 2011Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, thousands of people flock to downtown Gainesville’s bar scene. Students and locals alike cram into watering holes for many reasons: to socialize with friends, to look for romance, to dance and, let’s face it, to drink.
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MOVIES AND TV
Nick to revive ‘All That,’ ‘Rocket Power’ in the fall
By Kelly Richard | Mar. 30, 2011From 1996 to 2000, children and teens alike watched Nickelodeon’s Kenan and Kel concoct hare-brained schemes, while Kel harbored an undying affection for a particular carbonated beverage.
SPORTS
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SOFTBALL
Seniors Bruder, Bush, Paculba selected in NPF draft
By STEPHEN SHEEHAN< | Mar. 30, 2011When their careers at Florida come to a close, seniors Kelsey Bruder, Megan Bush and Aja Paculba will take their talents to the National Pro Fastpitch organization this summer after being drafted on March 18.
NEWS
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CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE
African Student Union to host annual showcase Saturday
By Courtney Steinberg | Mar. 30, 2011The African Student Union will host the 39th annual showcase Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom.
METRO
Radiation clears local iodide stock
By Natalie Teer | Mar. 30, 2011Although Gainesville is 3,000 miles away from the west coast, where radiation is expected to first make landfall in the continental U.S., local health food stores are sold out of potassium iodide.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Pop culture writer Klosterman speaks to students
By Kat Bein | Mar. 30, 2011Chuck Klosterman is not the average public speaker.
METRO
State Rep. Charles Chestnut sponsors gay rights legislation
By Morgan Watkins | Mar. 30, 2011When talk turns to discrimination, state Rep. Charles Chestnut IV is following Gainesville’s lead.
