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DeSantis signs six-week abortion ban

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis quietly signed the legislation earlier this week that would ban abortions after six weeks. Before the bill can be passed into law, the Florida Supreme Court must overturn the previous legislation allowing abortions up to 15 weeks. “We are proud to support life and family in […]

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Is this the beginning of a Florida exodus?

The Florida Legislature has been in session for roughly four weeks, and certain bills that have been filed or passed have stirred up emotions and left some Floridians feeling uneasy about the future of their state. Governor Ron DeSantis has expressed his support for gun rights and permit-less concealed carry […]

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FSU students join statewide walk-out

In response to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ initiatives to restrict and eliminate diverse, equitable and inclusive curriculums in Florida’s public schools, thousands of college students walked out of their classes Thursday. Stand for Freedom is a collaborative movement orchestrated by the Dream Defenders and the Florida College Democrats to combat […]

Opinions

Charge it to the game: new age dating

In 2023, what are the odds you’re on a date with someone exclusively pursuing you and only you? Social media exposes an overwhelming number of beautiful people the world has to offer and dating apps provide the satisfaction of denying people outside of our preference while validating our ego with […]

Lifestyles News

Rattlers respond with enthusiasm to VP Harris

Roughly seven months ago, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade, putting American women’s reproductive rights in the hands of individual state governments. In the midst of an ongoing battle for women’s reproductive rights, Vice President Kamala Harris co-hosted a pro-choice event at The Moon in Tallahassee Sunday with […]

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Will recent shootings affect Winter Festival?

The weather outside is frightful and so are the families eager to celebrate the holidays after witnessing the noticeable increase in gun-related violence in Tallahassee. City workers have been illuminating the town with lights, music, live performances, a parade and a 5k run for over 35 years in the name […]

Lifestyles

Homecoming a playground for vendors

Starting a business is no easy feat and yet FAMU is home to dozens of young entrepreneurs whose humble beginnings started on the cobblestone path of the Set one Friday. FAMU Homecoming is a week filled with fellowship, networking, entrainment events, music, football and more. From sun-up to sun-down, there […]

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The pink tax costs women a pretty penny

How much does it cost to be a woman? The exact amount is unknown; however, due to the “pink tax,” products marketed toward women on average cost 7% more and up to 50 percent more than comparable items marketed to men. The “Pink Tax” is a non-government-issued markup by manufacturers […]