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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

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Opinion

The problem with the body positivity movement

Core ideas of the body positivity movement date back to the late 1800s when the Victorian dress reform movement emerged. This movement aimed to put an end to the fad of corsets and tightlacing, to which women succumbed, conforming to the societal standard of a tiny waistline. The movement emphasized acceptance of all body types, regardless of waist measurements.


Opinion

Cancel culture can be good, but people can change

Lately, there’s been some discussion of something called “cancel culture.” Figures from John Oliver to Tucker Carlson have addressed the topic, with sometimes wildly differing perspectives. Now, I’m diving into the fray.


UF freshman Trinity Thomas won the vault title at the SEC Championships on Saturday in New Orleans.
 
Sports

Florida advances to NCAA Corvallis Regionals final

Before the NCAA Corvallis Regional in Corvallis, Oregon, SEC Freshman of the Year Trinity Thomas said she was “more excited than nervous.”. After a 9.650 on the vault to start the meet, however, it seemed as if she was far more nervous than excited.


UF designated player Kendyl Lindaman hit the game winning home run in the 15th inning to give Florida a 5-2 win over Ole Miss.
Sports

Mann helps Gators to victory over Arkansas

Lily Mann darted toward the foul line from her position in right field. Arkansas’ Katie Warrick struck a pitch from Florida’s Kelly Barnhill with two outs in the top of the fourth, and the ball sliced toward the right-field line.



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