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RSS FeedCheers of “Herman! Herman! Herman!” and applause filled the air of the Tyrone Boulevard Barnes & Noble as Cain, one of the candidates for the 2012 Republican nomination, entered the bookstore. Cain was in town on Oct. 5 to promote his book “This is Herman Cain: My Journey to the White House.” Armed with complete
Driving a car through water is always a risky maneuver, and it may destroy the engine. Hydrostatic lock, or hydrolock for short, occurs when a hydraulic cylinder attempts to compress a liquid. As every Chemistry I student knows, liquids are relatively incompressible—unstoppable force, meet immovable object. Instead of causing an existential paradox, however, the engine
One quarter. Twenty-five cents. In 1806, hungry restaurant-goers could trade one for a full meal of meat and a pint of cold beer or cider. The same amount could buy a 12 oz box of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes in 1966. As soon ago as the ’80s, children meekly handed 25 cents to cashiers to pay
If you have a passion for writing, now is the time to prepare for National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo. NaNoWriMo is an annual challenge that lasts throughout the month of November. The goal is to complete a novel with a minimum of 50,000 words. To put it in perspective, participants have to write an
Starting Oct. 1, hourly St. Petersburg parking meter prices will increase to $1, up from 75 cents an hour. City parking crews have reprogrammed the meters already. According to the city council budget, the 25-cent increase is expected to bring in $313,000 for the current fiscal year. That money will go towards paying for the
Fox News political analyst, Juan Williams, believes genuine debate in America has been stifled by political correctness and polarizing politics. Williams discussed these and various themes found in his recent book, “Muzzled: The Assault on Honest Debate,” during a community conversation at The Poynter Institute on Sept. 26. “I think debate today is driven by
It’s that time of year again. The air feels cooler, leaves cover the ground, and pigskins are flying through the air. NFL and college football have arrived, and along with it, intramural 7-on-7 flag football at USF St. Petersburg. Flag football is free to play and free to watch. If the Bucs games are blacked
What comes to mind when you hear the word beer? If you asked me this question a few years ago I would have probably responded with disgust. Over time, I developed a taste for beer and would have happily drink more than a few of the common lagers available at any local bar. Natural Light,
Mark your calendars this fall for the stellar line-up of performers visiting the Bay area. From country to classical, there’s a concert venue for everyone. Sept. 24 Miranda Lambert The Grammy-nominated country music artist is famous for her chart-topping hits like “The House That Built Me” and “Famous in a Small Town.” Where: Tropicana Field
By Taylor Gaudens and Amanda Pretulac With posh restaurants located three blocks from campus, there is no excuse not to hit up happy hour with friends. The fancy atmosphere makes dining much more special than half off appetizers at Applebee’s. Check out these deals at upscale downtown St. Petersburg restaurants. Ceviche Tapas Bar and
