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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

People don't take sexual harassment seriously

By Alex Guilmartin | Nov. 9, 2011

Two weeks ago, I wrote a column about Herman Cain. My point was simple: Cain is not really a viable contender. We all know it, and humoring another GOP sideshow is just allowing for more eccentric antics that distract from what should be a serious discussion about the person who will likely become the next president of the U.S.

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OPINION  |  LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Bus Drivers' Union offers condolences to injured biker

By Mary Frances Folz Donahue. President of ATU 1579 | Nov. 9, 2011

On behalf of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1579, I would like to express our condolences to Mr. Abdellatief and his family for the trauma and injuries he has suffered and express our wishes for his full recovery.

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METRO  |  POLITICS

Unite dominates SG, kills bills promoting democracy

By Carly Wilson | Nov. 9, 2011

This past summer, when many students were gone studying abroad, doing internships and relaxing at home, the Unite Party was busy pushing through corrupt, tyrannical legislation. One of the most corrupt changes it made was adding the ability to kill any bill based on its "implication," a virtually meaningless term that the minority argued gave Unite the ability to kill bills it didn't like before the Student Senate got to vote on them.

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NEWS  |  ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

Police respond to 911 call about armed man at Gainesville apartment complex

By Emily Morrow | Nov. 9, 2011

Police responded to a 911 call reporting an armed man at Brandywine Apartments on Wednesday night.

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METRO

10-year-old bicyclist taken to hospital after being hit by a car

By Emily Morrow | Nov. 9, 2011

A 10-year-old boy was taken to Shands at UF Wednesday afternoon after being hit by a car while riding his bike.

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS

Off-campus housing fair shows what it has to offer

By Justin Jones | Nov. 9, 2011

One UF student wants to move off campus so she doesn't have to eat alone.

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NEWS  |  ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

Jersey Shore twins' eBay auction date taken down, plan to try again

By Mina Radman | Nov. 9, 2011

Erica and Brittany Taltos want to offer someone the date of his or her dreams. But eBay Inc. won't let them.

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THE AVENUE  |  MUSIC

Bear Creek Music and Art Festival offers five days of fun, silent disco, costume parties

By Amanda Jae Fretz | Nov. 9, 2011

The Bear Creek Music and Art Festival, now in its fifth year, is centered on having a great time. Founded by Paul Levine, the event's promoter, the event bares no "targeted audience."

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THE AVENUE  |  MUSIC

Metallica tribute band's concert to benefit disabled US Vets

By Kate Feldman | Nov. 9, 2011

Jamie Amir, a Gainesville dentist, recently had a patient who was no longer able to do his job, not because of laws or age, but because of injuries to his wrist from when he was serving in the Vietnam War. Considered only 10 percent disabled, the man receives $100 a month.

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THE AVENUE  |  LIFESTYLE

Booty Drop is medium between Texts from Last Night, CollegeACB

By Kiera Wright-Ruiz | Nov. 9, 2011

The post reads: "When it was over, all he said was, 'This is our secret.'

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THE AVENUE  |  FOOD

Cheers to cupcakes: Sarkara Sweets adds wine to menu

By Kate Feldman | Nov. 9, 2011

Here, have some wine with your cupcake.

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THE AVENUE  |  SEX

He said, she said: What's a healthy amount of jealousy?

By Jacob Romoser | Nov. 9, 2011

He says ...

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THE AVENUE  |  LIFESTYLE

Sounding off on iPhone 4S, updates

By Saphira Lazarre | Nov. 9, 2011

A hot commodity in the smartphone world, the iPhone 4S is losing its cool when it comes to battery life. Many users of the phone and the iOS 5 update say they have seen dramatic decreases in the longevity of the phone's battery, according to a Computer World article.

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS

UF takes own spin on hit ‘Chicago'

By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Nov. 9, 2011

The prohibition era will razzle dazzle the Constans Theatre's audience in the upcoming production of the beloved musical "Chicago."

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NEWS  |  ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

More staffers close to JoePa resign amid controversy

By Adrianna Paidas | Nov. 9, 2011

Two top Penn State officials have quit their jobs after being charged Monday with covering up a sexual abuse scandal involving an assistant coach on the university's football team.

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OPINION  |  EDITORIALS

Feds should not be tracking us with GPS

By The Alligator Editorial Board | Nov. 8, 2011

In the 1980s, law enforcement officers in Minnesota used a beeper radio transmitter to track a man suspected of purchasing chloroform to make illegal drugs. The police tracked the suspect to his cabin in Wisconsin, where he was arrested.

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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

Everyone needs a strong support system

By Nicholas Butler | Nov. 8, 2011

Sometimes, life can suck.

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OPINION  |  LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dining halls urged to honor Meatless Mondays

By Jared Misner | Nov. 8, 2011

I imagine Gator Dining officials are all very excited about UF's place in the final round in this year's ranking of the most vegan-friendly colleges in the nation. If only those University of California Santa Cruz hippies would go away and let us win. Even if we lose, second place is pretty darn good, so congratulations.

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OPINION  |  LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Florida Blue Key president apologizes for Gator Growl seating

By Craig Thompson | Nov. 8, 2011

On behalf of Florida Blue Key, allow me to share my heartfelt appreciation to our extended Gator family for continuing to turn out and support Gator Growl. We hope you enjoyed Friday's show that so many students worked tirelessly during the last year to produce. Gator Growl is an incredible and unique UF tradition.

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METRO

Missing man with Alzheimer's reappears next day in North Carolina

By Morgan Watkins | Nov. 8, 2011

A man with Alzheimer's disease who went missing Monday evening from Gainesville was found Tuesday morning hundreds of miles from town in Fayetteville, N.C.