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Photoshop too Far

by Jordan Hill It is up for debate as to whether Bruce Jenner is actually turning himself into a woman. It is clear that the tabloids are swaying us to believe his Y chromosome is slowly transforming into an X chromosome with the help of devilish software—Photoshop. All too often we see celebrities transformed into something they are not with ...

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Horoscopes: Daily Forecast 2/5/15

Today’s Birthday (02/05/15). Step into leadership this year. Group participation realizes dreams. Your family and friends are your greatest wealth. Celebrate romance and it sparks. Collaborate and inspire each other’s creativity, proving especially profitable after 3/20. A new view changes your options after 4/4. Carefully weed your financial garden after 10/13, for maximum harvest. Reap what you sow. To get ...

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SGA talks GPA, housing on campus

by LaShawn Oglesby On Mon. SGA’s committees and various senators were all ablaze with information pertaining to possible and upcoming events, such as an Easter egg hunt contest, changes in VSU housing on campus, and a possible proposal to raise the GPA requirement for incoming students. The student affairs committee wants to raise the GPA requirement for incoming students so ...

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Blazers look to avoid season sweep against Choctaws

by Shane Thomas The Valdosta State Blazers (9-12, 4-11 Gulf South Conference) look to avoid yet another defeat when they tangle with Mississippi College (8-9, 6-9 Gulf South Conference) tonight at 8 at The Complex. In their last game against Lee, the Blazers led by seven in the second half before the Flames took a nine-point lead with 4:10 to ...

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New ATM in the works

by Cole Edwards Construction began on Monday for a new ATM to be located at the northwest corner of the Student Union. The ATM located at the University Center will remain open during the two-week construction of the new ATM, although the new location will not go live until mid-March. “Part of the construction for the new ATM is that ...

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Pop Addict: Depressing ads; Bobbi Kristina rushed to hospital

Written by Kayla Stroud, Web Editor  Winners of the Week: Depressing Superbowl Commercials Seahawks fans weren’t the only ones pulling a long face this past Sunday night. In a night of buzzkill commercials, one stood out among the pack. Nationwide Insurance Company spent a reported $6.75 million on a Superbowl spot that left quite the impression with audiences. The commercial featured ...

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Daily Strange: Virtual Traffic lights

by Ivey Ingalls-Rubin There’s nothing quite as frustrating and infuriating as being held up in traffic, but researchers at Carnegie Mellon University may have found a solution. By exchanging all physical traffic lights with virtual lights that appear on your windshield, they suggest that this could reduce the commute time of urban workers by at least 40 percent. The use ...

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SGA gives back to community

by LaShawn Oglesby SGA discussed everything from local philanthropy goals to ceremonial dinners and brunches at its Monday night meeting. The student philanthropy committee will be setting up a student philanthropy fund. “It’s basically what alumni relations does when they raise money…they get money from the alumni, but we will cater to the students,” SGA Comptroller Tamelia Hall said. In ...

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Horoscopes: Love Forecast 2/2/15

The week ahead…   Monday, Feb. 2 – Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015 Aquarius: Jan. 20 – Feb. 18 Friendly Mercury is inspiring you to set out on a new path. You could be thinking about moving somewhere, starting a different career, or checking out new jobs in your existing field. You’re ready to embrace great opportunities with life and with ...

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Horoscopes: Daily Forecast 2/1/15

Today’s Birthday (02/01/15). This is your year for creative collaboration! Nurture and cultivate friendships and partnerships. Fantasies and dreams can make (and lose) money. Keep it well-planned and organized before committing funds. Work gets especially profitable after 3/20. An educational dilemma could require travel after 4/4. Family finances can especially grow after 10/13… watch the budget closely. Share appreciations. To ...

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