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Florida Museum of Photographic Arts joins growing arts scene in Ybor City

Two of the leaders of the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts appeared on WMNF WaveMakers June 27 to discuss moving to the Kress Building in Ybor City after a decade in downtown Tampa.

Meritocracy Deconstructed

The U.S. Supreme Court decided race-conscious Affirmative Action in college admissions is unconstitutional while leaving white privilege in admissions unchecked. Civil Rights legal groups plan a lawsuit to challenge legacy admissions at Harvard. [AP Photo/...

Artificial Sweeteners, Joint Health, and Natural Remedies with Dr. Fred Harvey

This podcast episode with Dr. Fred Harvey covers a wide range of topics related to health and wellness, from the dangers of artificial sweeteners to improving joint health with natural supplements. He also discusses the...
The Scoop: WMNF Daily News Digest

The Scoop: WMNF’s daily digest of news headlines for Monday, July 3rd, 2023

LISTEN HERE: Progressive organizations rally against hate A coalition of progressive organizations marched on Saturday in cities across the state of Florida to shine a light on some of the 200 new laws that went...

“Slate of Hate” spurs statewide rallies by Florida For All

A coalition of progressive organizations marched on Saturday in cities across the state of Florida to shine a light on some of the 200 new laws that went into effect that day.
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Medical boards approve rules concerning healthcare for transgender Floridians

By Dara Kam Jun 30, 2023 ©2023 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida medical boards on Friday approved rules related to providing treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone-replacement therapy to transgender children...

The Enemy of Progress

The role of Russia and China on the continent of Africa is discussed. The impact of christian right-wing groups on anti-LGBTQ+ laws and anti-abortion laws in African countries. Explorations in the undersea and outer space...
DeSantis defeats Charlie Crist Election 2022

Book deal boosts the net worth of Ron DeSantis to $1.17 million

A $1.25 million book deal helped drive up Gov. Ron DeSantis’ net worth according to the Florida Commission on Ethics website.
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“This is a death sentence for me;” Ron DeSantis signs an overhaul of Florida’s alimony laws

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure to overhaul Florida's alimony laws, after three vetoes of similar bills.
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Seminole gambling deal in Florida gets a big legal win

A federal appeals court overturned a ruling that blocked a deal giving the Seminole Tribe control over sports betting throughout Florida.
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‘Worrisome’ artificial intelligence ads heighten the drama in the 2024 elections

Artificial intelligence images, text and voices could “muddying the waters” in 2024 political campaigning and deepen mistrust among voters.
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Activist groups rally across Florida to protest new laws taking effect Saturday

Listen: Many policies from Florida’s legislative session go into effect Saturday, and various activist groups are rallying to raise awareness on the new laws they call ‘harmful’. Organizers include Florida for All, Sierra Club Florida,...
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