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NEWS  |  CAMPUS

Weed classification changes doesn’t bowl over researchers

Researchers want the chance to blaze new ground in medical marijuana treatments. Across the country, many are pushing for marijuana to be classified as a Schedule II drug, the group for drugs with no medical use and a high potential for abuse, and the University of Florida community is skeptical of the change.


NEWS

Dieting tips for the holiday season

It’s officially November, which means the holiday season is upon us. Shops and stores are stocking up on anything and everything pumpkin spice, peppermint, gingerbread and candy cane flavored.


NEWS

Oh, to be young again

When you think of college the first thing that comes to mind is frat parties, drinking, and club hopping all night (or until 2 a.m. when all the clubs close).


NEWS

What exactly is the "paleo diet"?

In recent years, there have been many “fad diets” that claim instant weight loss, a six-pack in a week and other promises that are near impossible. The Paleolithic diet, or Paleo diet for short, may actually be rooted in sound principles.


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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

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

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.”


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