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Secrets of the Swamp: stripped Breakup excuse sound-off
By Brittany Brave | Apr. 6, 2011It's not you, it's me.
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Local brewery wins big at competition
By Richard O. Stehli | Apr. 6, 2011Gainesville’s own Swamp Head Brewery is now offering what some judges have named the best beer in Florida.
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Rent the Runway provides designer-made clothing for less
By Brittany Brave | Apr. 6, 2011A stack of invitations but nothing to wear: an all too familiar scenario for young women.
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Samsung unveils transparent TV
By Carter Lyles | Apr. 6, 2011Over the years, I have developed a habit of cruising so-called geeky websites seeking dazzling futuristic toys to tickle my inner nerd’s fancy.
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Credit cards in college: to swipe or not to swipe?
By Webb | Apr. 6, 2011The plastic card swiped, and the machine clicked and demanded a signature. Michele Fusco autographed the beige glowing screen and walked out of the store with groceries in hand.
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Musicians conduct experiment at The Lab
By Benjamin Evans | Apr. 6, 2011Local musician Hal McGee stood in front of a crowd of about 40 people Saturday night, picking names out of a beer pitcher.
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Lens flair
By Dana Burke | Mar. 30, 2011For the latest frills, flair and everything fashion, check out what our lens caught this week.
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To calm mind, tai chi emphasizes form and breathing
By Robert Imfeld | Mar. 30, 2011Tai chi chuan, more commonly known as tai chi, is an ancient Chinese form of martial arts. It uses a series of slow movements designed to strengthen the body, increase flexibility and calm the mind.
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Venture into spring - while you still can
By Benjamin Evans | Mar. 30, 2011Soul singer Otis Redding sang "You don't miss your water till your well runs dry." And even though you, seniors, may be ready to get out of this place, take advantage of what North Florida has to offer during your last month in the area. Spring is here, and there are plenty of festivals and fairs where you can catch some sun and take in some of what local communities have to offer.
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Catching up on recent gaming news
By Andrew Wyzan | Mar. 30, 2011I often use this column as a platform to rant about recent gaming news, and for that I am truly sorry. This is why you never should give a weekly column to a person who shouts his opinions at the TV. That being said, there has been a surplus of news in the gaming industry lately, and it’s important to be up-to-date on the often ridiculous headlines journalists use. Here’s some of the most interesting industry news:
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Study: Self-compassion could boost grades
By Webb | Mar. 30, 2011What do you do when you fail a midterm?
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New report shows cellphone reception getting worse
By Brittany Brave | Mar. 30, 2011Hello, can you hear me now?
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Downtown bars give taste of local art
By Michelle Klug | Mar. 30, 2011Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, thousands of people flock to downtown Gainesville’s bar scene. Students and locals alike cram into watering holes for many reasons: to socialize with friends, to look for romance, to dance and, let’s face it, to drink.
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Nick to revive ‘All That,’ ‘Rocket Power’ in the fall
By Kelly Richard | Mar. 30, 2011From 1996 to 2000, children and teens alike watched Nickelodeon’s Kenan and Kel concoct hare-brained schemes, while Kel harbored an undying affection for a particular carbonated beverage.
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College site Funny or Die to release original book series
By Brittany Brave | Mar. 23, 2011Whoever said books would die didn’t realize there was a way for them to be immortal.
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SAT prompt on reality TV nonsensical on paper but positive in the end
By Andrew Wyzan | Mar. 23, 2011The most recent form of the SAT, the grueling trial of passage that every high school student most go through to prove his or her worth to society, recently featured as its essay prompt the ethics and benefits of reality TV.
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Conference to feature live music, panel of music experts
By THOMAS NASSIFF< | Mar. 23, 2011In recent years, the easy accessibility of digital music has stifled the music industry.
