NEWS
Being a wallflower has perks, apparently
By Viana Bhagan | June 14, 2013“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” is a coming-of-age story by Stephen Chbosky.
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NEWS
Why it’s better to settle
By Sophia Lee | June 14, 2013Last semester, I read a fascinating book called “Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr. Good Enough” by Lori Gottlieb (I know the title doesn’t sound encouraging, but just give it a chance).
NEWS
Best film adaptations of young-adult novels
By Alicia Soller | June 14, 2013Youth is impermanent, but somehow young-adult novels transcend the test of time. After all, how many conversations have you had with friends about which “Harry Potter” house suits you best?
NEWS
You can be a celebrity, the Internet can help
By Claudia Marina | June 14, 2013It’s no secret that Internet culture has produced an obsession with fame, but how far would you go to get your 15 minutes?
NEWS
Private London: The perfect book for the summer
By Abbie Dorwart | June 14, 2013Whenever I think of summer reading I remember ignoring whatever classic American novel I was supposed to be reading for the next year’s English class and reading fun fast-paced whodunits and the historical novels that you always hide the cover of because it’s embarrassing to admit that you read those kinds of books.
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FOOD
Seafood restaurant ‘Shuck’ brings Key West flavors, vibes to Midtown
By Kathleen Boyle | June 13, 2013Attention Midtown Gainesville prowlers: A new destination is making waves on your stomping ground, and it’s in your best interest to take note.
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MUSIC
The Maine’s latest album reveals new side of band
By Brooke Perry | June 13, 2013Alternative music lovers can look forward to new music by The Maine, a five-man rock band that hails from Arizona. The dudes put out their 12-song album June 4 titled “Forever Halloween.”
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NIGHTLIFE
Gainesville Community Playhouse hosts theater showcase
By Chloe Finch | June 13, 2013Gainesville Community Playhouse’s membership director Susan Christophy hosted the Playhouse’s first Director’s Showcase on Saturday at the Vam York Theater at 4039 NW 16th Blvd.
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FASHION
Beware: 11 trends that should have died with the decade
By Lindsey Carman | June 13, 2013Trends — sometimes no one knows what to think about them. They either can be very ingenious fashion pieces, or they can make you think, “What the hell is this crap?”
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ART AND THEATER
Celebrate 500 years of the quest for the Fountain of Youth
By Kathleen Boyle | June 13, 2013According to some historical legend, 16th century Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon made a remarkable discovery in Yucatan, Mexico: the Fountain of Youth.
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LIFESTYLE
Budget-savvy tips for the college student with wanderlust
By KC Owens | June 13, 2013I enjoy being in college, but it can be stressful at times. After a long semester of studying, I like to let loose, have fun and see new places via traveling.
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MUSIC
Meet Message to Venus at upcoming Gainesville show
By Melissa Kahan | June 13, 2013Straight from Puerto Rico, rock ‘n’ roll has taken on a new child cradled in its upbeat style: Message to Venus.
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BUSINESS
Netflix gems to add to your queue
By Maria Llorens | June 13, 2013It’s turning out to be pretty rainy summer in Florida, so you’re probably spending some quality time with Netflix your laptop and some fuzzy blankets.
NEWS
Colorful beauty trends to try out this summer
By Anagabriela Medina | June 13, 2013The spring and summer seasons are a time to invite some brighter and lighter colors into your beauty routine whether it’s on your face or in your hair. Use these lovely trends for this coming season to play up your favorite features.
NEWS
How to spice up your office wardrobe
By Lindsey Carman | June 13, 2013It’s that terrifying moment in the morning when you go to your closet and can’t find a single cute piece of clothing to wear to work.
NEWS
The best of movie makeovers
By Michelle Champalanne | June 13, 2013There are a handful of things that always sure to make a movie a blockbuster hit. A unique storyline, great acting, good visuals...and a makeover montage
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New Daft Pank album brings unique sound
By Nicole Wiesenthal | June 13, 2013The electronica music of Daft Punk’s new album, “Random Access Memories,” diverges from the path of most other music of its genre to include many different songs each featuring a distinct story.
NEWS
“IT” Guy or “I.T.” Guy: The great short sleeve men's button down debate
By Elly Ayres | June 13, 2013In the land of menswear, there’s a whole lot of blurred lines. Fashion is a fickle friend, and the trends come and go faster than you can rip off those stickered ball caps and shorty shorts and pretend they never happened.
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CAMPUS
Senate passes budget, rejects online voting
June 12, 2013UF students won’t be voting in Student Government elections from their smartphones or off-campus apartments anytime soon.
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CAMPUS
Pedro Bravo hearing delayed until August
June 12, 2013Carlos Aguilar was in Gainesville this time last year, too.
