Author: Zoe Hightower | Lead Opinion Editor

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AT&T experiencing outages nationwide

On Thursday, Feb. 24, 2023, a significant number of Americans are facing cellular data issues nationwide. Multiple service providers such as Verizon, Cricket, and T-Mobile are experiencing service outages, but according to the 11 a.m. ‘Today Show,’ AT&T was the most affected overnight. According to AP News, the outages began […]

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Outdoor workers seek mandatory relief

Zahir Furquan, a 21-year-old timber relocation engineer from Jacksonville, knows the challenges of working outdoors all too well.  “Sometimes the employer you are working for may not have a cooler on the truck for long jobs,” Furquan said. “That is a bare minimum.” Furquan’s sentiments highlight the need for better […]

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FAMU Day at the Capitol: Advocating for excellence

Florida A&M University’s presence at the Capitol Wednesday was not merely an annual tradition, but a vital moment where the university’s student body and its stakeholders came together to celebrate FAMU’s achievements and advocate for its future.  This year’s FAMU Day at the Capitol, marked by President Larry Robinson’s passionate […]

Sports

Men fall to Alcorn State

In a battle on the court this past Monday, the Florida A&M University (FAMU) men’s basketball team faced a tough defeat against the Alcorn State Braves, with a final score of 79-68.  According to SWAC (Southwestern Athletic Conference), the Rattlers’ (4-20, 2-11), despite their efforts, the team fell short of […]

Opinions

The love conundrum: Gen Z’s retreat from romance

In an era characterized by swiping left and right, fleeting connections, and virtual relationships, it is no wonder that Generation Z (Gen Z) is reluctant to embrace traditional notions of love. Defined as those born roughly between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z navigates a landscape vastly different from its predecessors. […]

Opinions

Yeat making waves with recent release

The mind-bending musical project “2093” is here. This is the fourth studio album from Noah Oliver Smith, known as Yeat. On Feb. 16, 2024, the California native dropped the 77-minute-long project consisting of 24 songs. This project is a conglomerate of multiple musical styles and genres. Yeat raps over instrumentals […]

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Bill would change food delivery system

As Florida lawmakers deliberate on the potential impact of SB 676, also known as the Food Delivery Platforms bill, the proposed legislation aims to reshape the dynamics between food delivery services and restaurants. If passed, this bill would institute a significant change by prohibiting food delivery services from placing orders […]

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Charter Review Committee votes on issues

The Tallahassee Charter Review Committee held a meeting on Tuesday at the Renaissance Center to begin voting on the ongoing issues and debates pertaining to the city commissioners, elections, charter review dates, and additional concerns. Many citizens still had questions and comments regarding the last CRC meeting held on Feb. […]

Lifestyles

Embracing self-love vs. a ‘beach body’

While spring break is quickly approaching, the question looms: are students getting physically fit? Juggling schoolwork, jobs and finding the time to exercise can be difficult. Rather than yielding to societal pressures to meet a specific physical ideal, many students are prioritizing self-acceptance and body positivity this spring break season.  […]

Sports

Nya Blocker: Breaking records and embracing growth

Nya Blocker, a freshman from nearby Bainbridge, Georgia, has swiftly made her mark on the track and field scene at Florida A&M University. With an invincible spirit and a dedication to her craft that began in the seventh grade, she has already shattered school records and set her sights on […]