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Students wary as presidential election looms

Election season is upon us — Florida’s presidential primary took place last week — and many students are drained and nervous about the possible results for the 2024 presidential election.  It looks like there will be another matchup between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Students are getting flashback memories from […]

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‘Quiet on Set’ reveals grim stories

In a profession where beauty frequently conceals darker truths, “Quiet on Set” fearlessly confronts one of the most widespread yet controversial issues: the abuse of child stars behind the scenes. Mary Robertson and Emma Schwartz served as directors of the documentary, which pulls back the layers of silence to reveal […]

Lifestyles

Is AI coming for your job?

We live in an age of many technological advancements. From smartphones to self-driving cars, we have found ways to make our everyday activities easier and more convenient, but one question begs to be answered: Should we work with or against Artificial Intelligence or AI?  AI is something we now use […]

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Pollen is everywhere right now

How bad is allergy season this year? Many people are affected by allergies every year, and pollen has been the main issue.  According to wyndly.com, the most common culprits in Tallahassee are ragweed and sagebrush. These weeds thrive in the city’s humid climate and release pollen that can aggravate allergy […]

Lifestyles

Fake Da Funk returns

The FAMU Michigan Club on Thursday hosted Fake Da Funk, an event where participants impersonate their favorite artists in a lip-sync battle to win prizes. The event took place at the Lawson Center, and about 100 students attended.  The show had eight acts, including performers reenacting  TLC, Nicki Minaj, Outkast […]

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Stores scaling back self-checkout

Self-checkout has become a preferred method for many shoppers. It’s convenient, allows privacy, gives customers a sense of control, is flexible and efficient, and it reduces human interaction. While self-checkout is popular, retailers are scaling back. News outlets reported earlier this month that Target implemented express self-checkout lanes nationwide. Target […]

Lifestyles

Boxing can help with stress

Boxing is a high-intensity workout for both the body and mind. It offers an ideal way for students to rid themselves of stress. When students feel stressed, they must find healthy ways to deal with their stress levels. When you improve your mood, sometimes hitting a target over and over […]

Lifestyles

University sells used items at marked-down prices

The Florida A&M University Property Records’ quarterly surplus bid took place Saturday.  The available items included computers, scientific equipment, furniture, electronics and vehicles. Sales were conducted at the FAMU Surplus Warehouse on Wahnish Way. The surplus warehouse is open to all department staff on a first-come, first-served basis. The staff […]

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Town hall promotes awareness, voting

Black Voters Matter Tallahassee hosted a “It’s About Us” town hall Saturday at the Bethel Family Life Center to address the impacts of the recently concluded legislative session and the collective power that the Black community has. According to their website, Black Voters Matter is an organization whose mission is […]

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3 new apartment complexes set to open

College students searching for apartments should have it better than ever this year, as three new student apartment properties are expected to open this summer.  Nova, The Metropolitan and Renegade are the new candidates for the upcoming fall move-in.  Nova is located at 600 West Virginia St., just minutes away […]