Olivia Rodrigo released her highly anticipated third album, “you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love,” June 12. The album features a total of 13 songs, with one song, “what's wrong with me,” featuring fellow musician Robert Smith, the frontman of post-punk band The Cure.
Van Daalen’s victory was the highlight of a strong two days of competition for Florida’s women inside Hayward Field. The indoor and outdoor SEC champions finished second in the team race with 43 points, matching their placement from 2023 and 2024. This meet represented a 13-place and 25-point improvement from last season for the Gators.
Although state officials abandoned the original Water First North Florida proposal, research associated with the project continues.
On the night of April 3, Maria Del Aguila was riding her scooter at the intersection of Northwest 10th Avenue and Northwest 13th Street when she was struck by a car.
Each January, people in the Gainesville community put on their capes and sheath their swords as they transport back in time to the 16th century.
Looking to end a nearly three-month-long championship drought, former Gator Anna Danilina stepped onto centre court to battle for the Roland Garros women’s doubles title in Paris on Sunday. But defeating the No. 1-seed tandem of Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend proved challenging.
Making everything from glass-bead jewelry to leather bags, these four businesses bring pride to life with their crafts.
Sublime, the legendary ska punk band from Long Beach, California, was founded in 1988 by Bradley Nowell, Eric Wilson and Bud Gaugh. Known for its genre-bending irreverent anthems, Sublime’s fourth studio album released June 12 is characterized by the same punk mentality — but its true purpose is to serve as an earnest tribute.
Finishing in 48.06, Nilsson became the ninth-fastest performer in collegiate history and now sits second on the UF all-time list. After not even racing at the East Regional last season, the Nilsson that Florida fans expected when he came to Gainesville – the one that won the World Junior (under 20) title and set the high school 300-meter hurdles record in 2024 – had fully arrived.
The Gators have already seen significant movement in the transfer portal as they begin constructing their roster for the 2027 season. Florida has added two key transfers while several players, including longtime starter Cade Kurland, have elected to continue their careers elsewhere.
As the World Cup attracts the attention of millions of fans around the world, several Latin restaurants in Gainesville are becoming gathering places for soccer lovers.
After four seasons, 83 games and two Final Four appearances, Davies left Florida as one of the most accomplished midfielders in program history. But when she reflects on her time with the Gators, what stands out isn’t her many accolades, goals or broken records. It’s the team.
From a standout college athlete at Virginia to the new Gators women’s basketball head coach, Reiss has kept the same poise throughout. Her journey started around 45 years ago when the Eldred, New York, native was in sixth grade. Geno Auriemma, Virginia women’s basketball assistant coach at the time, sent her an offer letter to Cathy Rush Basketball Camp. There, Reiss got a glimpse of what college and professional basketball were like.
Student-athletes spend years striving to excel in their sport, dedicating hours to practices, conditioning and competition. But for many, one question looms over their head: What comes after sports?
Wednesday evening’s event was the second open mic night in a four-part series commemorating Gun Violence Awareness Month. The Open Mic Poetry Nights are hosted by Impact GNV, a city initiative focused on gun violence prevention.
Alachua County Public Schools mailed a series of letters to families across the county in May, signaling a new chapter for the district — and thousands of students within it. Around 3,200 students were rezoned to a new school for the 2026-27 academic year.
The UF Board of Trustees voted Thursday to increase fees for out-of-state and international students, approving a 5% increase for current students who have been at UF for at least a year and a 15% increase for incoming students.
On Thursday, the University of Florida revealed renderings and a promotional video of its $1.45 billion renovations to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Construction for the project is scheduled to begin following the 2026 season and is expected to be completed ahead of the 2030 campaign.
Following its expansion from 32 to 48 teams, this tournament marks the largest World Cup in history, making it unlike any of the other 22 since 1930. With the University of Florida being about a five-hour drive from host cities Miami and Atlanta, students are prepared and excited for what the 23rd World Cup has in store.
With the UF Board of Trustees’ unanimous approval of finalist Stuart Bell on Wednesday, UF took one step further in its presidential approval process for the candidate.
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