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MOVIES AND TV
Final Harry Potter DVD on shelves for limited time
By Kate Feldman | Nov. 16, 2011Childhoods ended Friday.
El Caimán
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LIFESTYLE
He said, she said: How do you tackle the first sheets salsa?
By Jacob Romoser | Nov. 16, 2011He says ...
NEWS
No-fail beer guide to Thanksgiving pairings
By Caitlyn Finnegan | Nov. 16, 2011The table is filled with countless casseroles, your grandma's stuffing and that fried turkey your uncle spent all afternoon with out in the backyard. Wondering what to drink when you're faced with such a spread? When Turkey Day finally rolls around on Nov. 24, skip the vino for what's sure to be your new favorite Thanksgiving tradition — seasonal beer.
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FOOD
Organic treats pack health benefits
By Kiera Wright-Ruiz | Nov. 16, 2011As I took the first bite of my Mexican Chocolate ice cream, I knew I made the right decision. The cool sensation melted away the Florida heat. A rich flavor of chocolate and cinnamon coated my mouth. It took me back to Mexico, where the only thing I had to worry about was which hammock to lie in. It was not until I looked up at the chalkboard menu that I realized the ice cream was organic.
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MUSIC
Drake's ‘Take Care' album has strong debut despite early leak
By Audreyanna Loguerre | Nov. 16, 2011Despite the album leak, Drake's sophomore album "Take Care" sat at the No. 1 spot on the iTunes album downloads list as of Wednesday night.
NEWS
Round-up: Bollywood welcomes Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's baby girl to the world
By Caitlin O'Conner | Nov. 16, 2011Amid a storm of media hype, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gave birth in a Mumbai suburb Wednesday morning (late Tuesday in the U.S.) to a girl.
NEWS
Gainesville community helping to give every family a Thanksgiving meal
By Emily Culclasure | Nov. 16, 2011With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, it's hard not to get amped up about having a small vacation away from the Gator Nation. Canceled classes, plans to head back home to see family and friends and the anticipation of having a delicious feast are taking over the UF student body and faculty. But with all of the excitement, we tend to overlook the portion of the Gainesville community that may need our help to make Thanksgiving extra special.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Senators vote not to impeach supervisor of elections
By Clare Lennon | Nov. 15, 2011In the third impeachment trial in UF Student Government history, the Senate voted Tuesday night not to impeach Supervisor of Elections Toni Megna.
METRO
Tijuana Flats to open new location
By Ayana Stewart | Nov. 15, 2011The national Tex-Mex chain Tijuana Flats will be opening its second Gainesville eatery in early 2012. The new restaurant will be located in Butler Plaza on Archer Road.
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CAMPUS
Innovation Hub hosts entrepreneur bootcamp
By Erin Jester | Nov. 15, 2011Instead of climbing rock walls or running obstacle courses, participants in the Technology Entrepreneur BootCamp gathered Tuesday evening to hear business tips and learn how to pitch their products to investors.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF offers some out-of-the-ordinary courses for spring semester
By Javier Peña | Nov. 15, 2011Spanish freshman Keegan Storrs wanted to make his first college schedule an interesting one.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Notebook: Position switch likely for Burton
By GREG LUCA | Nov. 15, 2011Florida’s jack of all trades is going to become a master of one this offseason.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Army ROTC, Navy ROTC face off in flag football
By Maria Galindo | Nov. 15, 2011UF Army ROTC and Navy ROTC will compete Thursday to determine which branch is better - at flag football, that is.
METRO
‘Tis the season for part-time work
By Magen Wetmore | Nov. 15, 2011Working students have more on their minds than turkey and presents as the holiday season approaches.
METRO
Alachua County facilities on EPA list of polluters
By Alyssa Hubbell | Nov. 15, 2011Alachua County may be home to facilities on an Environmental Protection Agency watch list for releasing chemicals into the air.
SPORTS
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MEN'S BASKETBALL
Mistakes doom Gators against Buckeyes
By JOHN BOOTHE | Nov. 15, 2011Coach Billy Donovan went into Columbus, Ohio, knowing his guard-laden Gators would be exposed somewhere on the court.
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CAMPUS
Smokers encouraged to kick habit Thursday
By Samantha Shavell | Nov. 15, 2011Without a cigarette, smokers become restless, anxious and irritable but also healthier.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Noted coach Luma Mufleh to speak at Reitz
By Claire Miller | Nov. 15, 2011Luma Mufleh left a priveleged life in Jordan to coach a children's soccer team in Georgia.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Brantley concentrated on Furman, not legacy at Florida
By MATT WATTS | Nov. 15, 2011After Saturday’s loss to South Carolina, John Brantley sat aboard a flight heading south. Back to Gainesville and life as the Gators’ starting quarterback, at least for a few more games.
METRO
Tan tax fails to bring in expected revenue
By Emily Morrow | Nov. 15, 2011More than a year after the 10 percent tax on indoor tanning bills was implemented, the IRS has reported it has come up short on the expected money made from the tax.
