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OPINION | COLUMNS

Sen. Paul’s hypocritical plagiarism makes him a ‘taker’

Nov. 6, 2013

Two weeks ago, I wrote a column about Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) advocating the use of misinformation and deception during a speech to University of Louisville medical students. Paul explained to the students that he would often spread false rumors about upcoming exams among his classmates and claimed that misinformation can be “a great tactic.”

OPINION | COLUMNS

Being human means having dignity

Nov. 6, 2013

Swedish writer Henning Mankell described an emaciated, young boy he once saw walking abnormally slow down a village road in Africa.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

This is why we can’t have nice things: Lochte injured by fan

Nov. 6, 2013

Poor Ryan Lochte can’t catch a break — he’s forever in Michael Phelps’ shadow, his acting career was short-lived with just a guest part on “90210” and a few “Funny or Die” videos, people only cared about his reality show for about five minutes, and the shoes he designed for Nike are hopelessly ugly.

John Patterson, left, Raymond Rawls, center, and Kevin Ratkus, right, wait for paint to dry Tuesday night after painting a 20-foot bicycle-powered parade float that will be a part of UF’s Homecoming Parade.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Gator parade float to keep UF Homecoming sustainable

By Kelsey Grentzer | Nov. 6, 2013

Local artists and volunteers put some of the finishing touches on a carbon-neutral, gator-shaped parade float made from repurposed materials Tuesday night in preparation for UF’s Homecoming Parade.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Bone marrow drive hopes to break records, build registry

By Alex Harris | Nov. 6, 2013

Footprints Buddy and Support Program, a pediatric cancer volunteer organization, in partnership with the Gift of Life Bone Marrow Foundation may break a record for the amount of bone marrow donors swabbed this week.

NEWS | CAMPUS

New social media platform gives musicians a chance for professional critique

By Lauren Maloney | Nov. 6, 2013

Aspiring musicians can now compete for professional critiques using social media.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Photos celebrating global cultures to be displayed in campus gallery

By RJ Schaffer | Nov. 6, 2013

Lauren Moore was in the middle of Berlin, walking with a friend, when she saw something that caught her eye: a man walking with a tray of eggs on his head.

METRO

Sexting on decline, but it's still on UF’s mind

By Elizabeth Brown | Nov. 6, 2013

Sexting and digital abuse among teenagers and young people has declined.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Recent arrests: Gainesville yard sale theft, coffee pot assault

By Kathryn Varn | Nov. 6, 2013

In Monday’s crime logs, police reported one Gainesville man sold his ex-girlfriend’s stolen possessions to neighbors, and another local woman hit the father of her children with a coffee pot.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Homecoming Parade, Soulfest to be streamed online

By Jensen Werley | Nov. 6, 2013

An hourlong showing of Soulfest will be added to the Homecoming Parade telecast this Friday.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Students to walk from Orlando to Gainesville for Dance Marathon fundraiser

By Jensen Werley | Nov. 6, 2013

Two friends have decided to go the distance for Dance Marathon. That distance is about 120 miles — from Orlando to Gainesville.

New York City’s City Council adopted a bill Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013, to raise the legal age to purchase tobacco products to 21. Florida law made it difficult for Gainesville to adopt similar limitations.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Cigarette purchasing age likely to stay steady locally

By Sean Stewart-Muniz | Nov. 6, 2013

New York City is raising the legal age to purchase tobacco products to 21, but Florida law is keeping Gainesville from setting its sights on similar legislation.

Florida right tackle Trenton Brown (74) blocks Georgia defensive lineman Garrison Smith (56) during the Gators’ 23-20 loss to the Bulldogs on Saturday at EverBank Field in Jacksonville.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Massive Brown playing large role on line

By ADAM LICHTENSTEIN< | Nov. 5, 2013

When Trenton Brown signed with Florida last winter, he expected to make a contribution equal to his size.

Quarterback Tyler Murphy attempts a pass during Florida’s 23-20 loss to Georgia on Nov. 2 at EverBank Field in Jacksonville. UF announced Sunday that Murphy will transfer from Florida and play his final season of eligibility elsewhere.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Gators shocked by Dolphins’ bullying issue

By PHILLIP HEILMAN< | Nov. 5, 2013

Accusations of using threats of violence and racial slurs against teammate Jonathan Martin caused Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Richie Incognito to be suspended from the team this week.

Casey Prather attempts a shot during Florida’s 110-88 victory against Florida Southern during an exhibition game on Friday in the O’Connell Center.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Prather assuming larger scoring role for depleted Florida

By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Nov. 5, 2013

Casey Prather had a humble beginning to his Florida career.

Freshman forward Savannah Jordan passes the ball during Florida’s 2-0 victory against Texas A&M on Oct. 27 at James G. Pressly Stadium.

SPORTS | SOCCER

Gators begin SEC Tournament play against Razorbacks

By MICHELLE PROVENZANO< | Nov. 5, 2013

When Florida lost two straight games against Missouri and South Carolina early in conference play, its chances of winning a Southeastern Conference title looked grim.

Senior Sebastien Rousseau swims the butterfly in the men’s 400-meter individual medley on Aug. 28 in the Pinch A Penny All Florida Invitational. Rousseau and the Gators start competition at the NCAA Championships today.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS SWIM AND DIVE

Senior swimmer aims to cap successful career with national title

By Logan McGuire | Nov. 5, 2013

Sebastien Rousseau is a two-time NCAA champion, 10-time All-American and two-time South African Olympian.

Will Muschamp speaks at a press conference following Florida’s 23-20 loss to Georgia on Saturday at EverBank Field in Jacksonville. The Gators have lost three straight games and are in jeopardy of failing to become bowl eligible.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Gators rallying around coach in bid for bowl eligibility

By JOE MORGAN< | Nov. 4, 2013

Nearly two months ago, Will Muschamp led No. 12 Florida into Sun Life Stadium as a three-point favorite against Miami. Now, the Gators are fighting to avoid both their first postseason without a bowl bid since 1990 and their first losing season since 1979.

D.J. Humphries blocks an Arkansas defensive lineman during Florida’s 30-10 win against Arkansas on Oct. 5 in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Freshman wide receiver developing for Florida

By ADAM PINCUS< | Nov. 4, 2013

Demarcus Robinson and Ahmad Fulwood have been grouped together since they arrived at Florida.

Kasey Hill drives down the lane during Florida’s 110-88 victory against Florida Southern during an exhibition game Friday in the O’Connell Center. The freshman scored 17 points in the game.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Mixed debut for point guard

By LANDON WATNICK< | Nov. 4, 2013

Kasey Hill’s debut with the Gators got off to an erratic start Friday night in the O’Connell Center.

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