Today, April 7, marks the commemoration of World Health Day. In 1948, World Health Day began and since then the annual celebration has tried to bring awareness to the importance of health issues. World Health Day supplies global opportunities to shine light on important public health issues that affect communities […]
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Democrats continue to oppose ‘anti-riot’ bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled his support for the new legislation that is likely to pass that focuses on harsher penalties for violent rioters and looters. The bill, HB 1 goes by competing names — ”Combatting Violence, Disorder and Looting and Law Enforcement Act” or, the anti-riot bill — was […]
Rattlers finish spring football with a flourish
Florida A&NM University’s football team took the field in front of spectators for the first time in over a year this past Saturday. The Rattlers suited up for their intra-squad scrimmage as Bragg Memorial Stadium was open to a maximum of 500 people due to COVID-19 restrictions. FAMU football has […]
TCC student creates unique swimwear line
A Bikini With a hoodie is a swimwear business started by a TCC student who brought her innovative idea to life within a few months. The founder of A Bikini With a hoodie, Maya Burgess, is a 21-year-old sophomore education major from Fort Lauderdale. Burgess is not new to the […]
Is the vaccine safe for women who are pregnant?
Many concerned people who are looking to return to some sense of normalcy since the global pandemic are now setting their sights on the vaccine. But, what are the risks of the vaccines on pregnant women? Some research suggests that pregnant women with COVID-19 are more likely to have a […]
House approves ‘anti-riot’ bill
Florida House Bill 1, also referred to as the ‘anti-rioting’ bill, passed in the House of Representatives on March 26. HB 1 gives law enforcement the power to determine if a protest is threatening and allows them to arrest at their own discretion. The bill, named “Combating Violence, Disorder, and […]
The spring break that wasn’t
Spring break is an undeniable staple of college culture. It’s a time to travel, explore, party and most importantly, rest. If this year has taught college students anything, it’s that education does not cease for a global disaster. But must it continue to the point of exhaustion? To the point […]
Biology major specializing in culinary delights
It’s safe to say they’re magically delicious. No, not the frosted and toasted cereal with marshmallows you get from your local Walmart, but the home-cooked meals you can get by taking a trip to the Redpoint apartment complex off Mission Road. Carmen Powell, 20, is a third-year biology pre-med […]
Families express concern after CDC updates K-12 guidelines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently updated K-12 school guidelines in regard to physical distancing. The new recommendations entail maintaining at least a 3-feet distance in classroom settings. Middle and high schools that are located in high case zones are advised to remain at 6-feet physical distancing if […]
TikTok can be a teacher’s best friend
TikTok is one of the most addicting social media giants because of its engaging content. In May, discussions started circulating about implementing TikTok’s “Learn feed” feature. It would serve as an alternative for the “following” and “for you” streams, which give users a variety of videos designated for educational content. […]