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The importance of voting in Florida

Voting is not only a privilege, but it should also be considered a right, especially for African Americans in America. Since 2000, Florida has rocked back and forth between democratic and republican support. The last time Florida was blue was in 2012, when President Obama was re-elected. During this […]

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Kyler Andrews’ brand is different

Kyler Andrews is a man who, indeed, wears his heart on his sleeve.  As a fourth-year computer science scholar and entrepreneur at Florida A&M University, Andrews has become an uplifting presence, allowing his passions to guide his actions.  He founded BOWYA, a Christian streetwear brand he started on his birthday […]

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Florida mulls ban on weather modification

State Senator Ileana García, R-Miami, has introduced Senate Bill 56, aiming to prohibit weather modification techniques like cloud seeding and solar geoengineering.  The legislation targets practices that have been part of scientific research for decades and controversial political discourse more recently. SB 56 aims to outlaw any atmospheric interventions meant […]

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FAMU’s 4-year graduation rate lags

The diverse network of universities that make up Florida’s higher education system regularly receives top rankings. Many highly regarded colleges with distinct identities and academic strengths may be found throughout the state. According to the State University System of Florida and its Board of Governors, the system had a four-year […]

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Amendment 4 legal battle continues

Floridians Protecting Freedom (FPF), the political committee that led the campaign for Amendment 4 on the Nov. 5 ballot, is now involved in a legal battle with the state over allegations of petition fraud and a $328,000 fine.  The amendment, which aimed to expand abortion rights in the state […]

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Holiday break or academic hustle?

The holiday season is traditionally a time for relaxation and family gatherings, but for many Florida A&M University students, it’s anything but restful. With final exams and project deadlines looming, students find themselves struggling to balance academic responsibilities with the desire to embrace the holidays fully.   According to the American […]

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What’s next for marijuana in Florida?

Despite an endorsement from the 47th president-elect, Donald Trump, Amendment 3 did not pass in Florida.  Amendment 3 was a proposed change to the state’s constitution aimed at allowing adults 21 years or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products recreationally in the state of Florida.  There are already […]