For one fat flamethrower, sheer disgust over his video-game likeness led to a life-altering weight loss.
A series of discreet changes to Facebook's terms of use policy has users concerned about the future of their privacy.
As economic woes ravage Florida, cutbacks in the state's public school system abound.
Another week and, sigh, another case of a ridiculous crime being committed on the mean streets of Gainesville.
For many UF students, the words "police officer" conjures imagery of underage alcohol violations and tickets for jaywalking.
Word across the pond reveals news of a 13-year-old who became a father after his girlfriend gave birth last Monday.
After a week highlighted by a confession from baseball's biggest star, we can only pray this weekend's unofficial start to the sport's season brings hope for renewal. While A-Rod may have given into the urge to use steroids, the Department of Darts & Laurels proudly admits we haven't succumbed to the temptation of "artificially" bringing you the best college paper possible.
The Editorial Board loves playing practical jokes on each other during our rare moments of free time.
Wednesday afternoon brought word from Washington of an oh-so-close deal on the proposed economic stimulus package.
From marijuana grow houses to teachers wielding weapons, absurdity runs rampant on the North Central Florida crime scene.
Even while boasting recession-proof returns, McDonald's can't help but smile after receiving free advertising at the hands of a loyal employee.
The tough economic times can make people do pretty crazy things.
We've all been there before.
After a week of weather more akin to the wondrous landscapes of New Jersey, we can only pray for warmth to retire our winter wardrobe once and for all. With temperatures dipping into the teens, the Department of Darts & Laurels dusted off our cat mittens (tail included) and discovered a newfound love for down comforters (uh-maze-ing).
For Matt Ivester, the "juice" just wasn't worth the squeeze.
Start taking notes, Facebook. MySpace just made social networking a whole lot safer.
For Michael Phelps, one rip of the ROOR could end up costing him 30 days of freedom.
Here's a tip from Robbery 101: wearing "crazy pajama bottoms" can hardly be described as inconspicuous criminal attire.
In hiding behind his youth as an excuse for smoking pot, Michael Phelps demonstrated to the world a clear lack of understanding regarding his celebrity.
In the wake of NBC's decision to cut PETA's risque commercial from the Super Bowl broadcast, animal cruelty awareness hit Gainesville on Monday.
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