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OPINION | COLUMNS

Two sides of the same coin: my thoughts on this election

Sep. 6, 2016

One thing this presidential election has brought out in the general public that I cannot stand is the peculiar habit of people to air their opinions as frequently as CNN mentions Donald Trump. Seriously, if you watch 15 minutes of CNN, you’ll think Trump is Dr. Evil from “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery.” It seems to me this behavior, namely the obsessive instinct to break down every single word and deed from both candidates, has trickled down into our everyday conversations. To be honest, I am tired of reading and hearing the banal, repetitive and cliche opinions that have been passed around as frequently as a cute puppy since last year.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Roommates, part one: Is it possible to not fall in love with them?

Sep. 6, 2016

Last year I moved into an apartment with three of my close friends: Jessica, Lizzy and Mara (all pseudonyms). I fell in love with Mara at the beginning of the Spring of my sophomore year.

OPINION | COLUMNS

How to master beauty and dominate your interactions

Sep. 6, 2016

Haven’t we all fallen in love? But what is love? Why do we get physically attracted to someone? Why do we consider someone pretty? What should we consider to be absolute beauty? You may find this surprising, but everything related to love and attraction is rooted in biology.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

UF student smashes window at Midtown, police say

By Caitlin Ostroff | Sep. 6, 2016

Gainesville Police arrested a UF senior Sunday after they said he shattered a window and caused about $1,400 in damage at a Midtown bar.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Local man charged with attempted murder near campus

By Caitlin Ostroff | Sep. 6, 2016

Following a shooting less than a mile from campus, Gainesville Police charged a local man Tuesday with attempted murder.

METRO

Felipe’s Taqueria offers Mexican cuisine to Gainesville

By Paulina Magana | Sep. 5, 2016

A new Mexican restaurant in Gainesville served burritos to its first 20 customers at about 1:30 p.m. Monday.

METRO

Gainesville approves beer for Uber, Lyft passengers

By Jasmine Osmond | Sep. 5, 2016

Just before the start of Gator football season, Gainesville made it legal for fans to drink on their Uber rides to the game.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF to honor student who died Sunday

By Caitlin Ostrof | Sep. 5, 2016

UF is planning a memorial for a student who died over the weekend.

Jim McElwain talks with players during stretches before a fall practice at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Injury notes: Massey out for season, Dawson will be back

By Patrick Pinak | Sep. 5, 2016

Florida’s offense took a major blow Monday, as coach Jim McElwain announced that Dre Massey will require season-ending surgery on his right knee.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Judiciary Committee fails bill regarding online voting

By Katelyn Newberg | Sep. 5, 2016

A bill asking to change Student Government election codes failed to reach the Student Senate floor Sunday afternoon.

Claire Seiler, an 18-year-old UF computer engineering freshman, draws her bow behind an inflated barrier during Arrow Wars on Monday afternoon. The free event was put on by Sportans Entertainment LLC, a company dedicated to hosting interactive sporting events.

METRO

Arrow Wars brings archery to Gainesville

By Molly Donovan | Sep. 5, 2016

Moises Rivero and Rafael Carrasquilla spent Monday afternoon shooting arrows at each other and ducking behind yellow and blue barriers.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

Stay hungry: Never settle for face-value

Sep. 5, 2016

Hello, dear readers. So, this is David, coming out of the closet to speak to you directly.

Jordan Scarlett (25) is tackled by UMass defenders during Florida's 24-7 win over Massachusetts on Sept. 3, 2016, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

An Underwhelming Start: UF shows room for improvement in opener

By Ethan Bauer | Sep. 5, 2016

With the first-down marker less than a yard away, coach Jim McElwain turned to Mark Thompson — a 6-foot-2, 237-pound transfer running back.

Charell Lane, a certified nursing assistant, prepares lunch for residents of Parklands Care Center on Labor Day. She said she didn’t mind working on Monday, although many workers had the day off.

METRO

Labor of love: a nursing-home worker’s passion

By Emma Green | Sep. 5, 2016

As elderly residents inch along the hallways of their nursing home, 39-year-old Charell Lane slows down to ask if they need a hand.

Duke Dawson talks with trainers after a play during Florida's 24-7 win over Massachusetts on Sept. 3, 2016, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Column: Florida must have strong showing vs. Kentucky

By IAN COHEN | Sep. 5, 2016

After a relatively horrid weekend for the Southeastern Conference, one that saw at least five SEC teams lose to non-conference opponents, Jim McElwain made his way to the third floor of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Monday to field questions from reporters.