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Study links sugar intake to stress

A high-fat diet may not come to mind when trying to find methods for losing weight and reducing stress. But that’s what a USF research team’s study has discovered.  The study, a project of researcher David Diamond, found some contradictions to conventional dietary knowledge — that sugar, not fat, may be the culprit in causing stress and unhealthy eating habits. Full story

A list of movies to enjoy this Valentine’s Day based on moods and romantic situations

With movie prices at an all-time high, not everyone can afford to take a date to see recent films like “Dear John” or the unoriginally titled film, “Valentine’s Day,” on Sunday night. Luckily, Hollywood has created dozens of romantic movies for every occasion that are just one Netflix queue or video rental store away. Full story

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Grothe, agent wait out process

Even though former USF quarterback Matt Grothe’s senior season was cut short because of an ACL tear in 2009, he’s not stopping his effort to get to the next level. Grothe, the Big East’s all-time total yards leader, is working on his 40-yard dash and shuttle times in a five to six week camp in Orlando under the tutelage of top strength and conditioning coach, Tom Shaw, a former New England Patriots coach who helped train Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. Full story

Celebrities should not exploit Haiti disaster

After a scandal or a tragedy, many people come to defend or speak out against the particular situation. Then, there are those who come only to gain notoriety or boost their public images. By now, most people have seen or heard of the devastation caused by a 7. Full story

Canadian military official charged with murder

TORONTO — The commander of Canada’s largest Air Force base, who once flew dignitaries around the country, has been charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of two women. Ontario Provincial Police Det. Insp. Chris Nicholas said Monday that Col. Full story

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Canadian military official charged with murder

TORONTO — The commander of Canada’s largest Air Force base, who once flew dignitaries around the country, has been charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of two women. Ontario Provincial Police Det. Insp. Chris Nicholas said Monday that Col.

Woman pleads guilty to charge in Smart case

SALT LAKE CITY — Prosecutors on Monday dropped state charges against a woman in the 2002 abduction of Elizabeth Smart in exchange for a guilty plea related to the attempted kidnapping of Smart’s cousin. Wanda Eileen Barzee pleaded guilty but mentally ill to one count of conspiracy to commit aggravated kidnapping.

Man accused of imprisoning 13-year-old

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A 26-year-old man remained jailed Monday on charges of holding a 13-year-old runaway in his house for six months, having sex with her over 100 times and making her baby sit his 1-year-old son. Michael Abdallah pleaded not guilty in Buffalo City Court to second-degree rape, unlawful imprisonment and custodial interference Saturday, a day after being arrested at his home.

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Study links sugar intake to stress

A high-fat diet may not come to mind when trying to find methods for losing weight and reducing stress. But that’s what a USF research team’s study has discovered.  The study, a project of researcher David Diamond, found some contradictions to conventional dietary knowledge — that sugar, not fat, may be the culprit in causing stress and unhealthy eating habits.

SG members sit in as state lawmakers discuss changes to Bright Futures

When he learned the Florida Legislature planned a meeting to discuss possible changes to the Bright Futures scholarship, Stefano Portigliatti, Student Government (SG) director of the Department of Government Affairs, headed for Tallahassee. On Thursday, Portigliatti and Nicole Garcia, SG senator for the College of Arts and Sciences, attended a Committee on Higher Appropriations meeting, where it debated five possible solutions for the depleting state funds that support the Bright Futures program.

Psychologist tries to help students find ‘the one’

Knowing what you really want is key to finding the partner of your dreams, said Dr. Leonard Kirklen, psychologist for the USF Counseling Center for Human Development (CCHD). That was Kirklen’s advice to students who are looking for long-term relationships.

Sports

Grothe

Grothe, agent wait out process

Even though former USF quarterback Matt Grothe’s senior season was cut short because of an ACL tear in 2009, he’s not stopping his effort to get to the next level. Grothe, the Big East’s all-time total yards leader, is working on his 40-yard dash and shuttle times in a five to six week camp in Orlando under the tutelage of top strength and conditioning coach, Tom Shaw, a former New England Patriots coach who helped train Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Tom Brady.

Point guard excelling in new role

When starting point guard Jasmine Wynne’s season ended abruptly with a torn ACL on Jan. 20, the USF women’s basketball team was left without an experienced ball handler. The duties were put primarily in the hands of freshman KaNeisha Saunders, and the 5-foot-7 guard from Delray Beach has not disappointed.

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A list of movies to enjoy this Valentine’s Day based on moods and romantic situations

With movie prices at an all-time high, not everyone can afford to take a date to see recent films like “Dear John” or the unoriginally titled film, “Valentine’s Day,” on Sunday night. Luckily, Hollywood has created dozens of romantic movies for every occasion that are just one Netflix queue or video rental store away.

Opinion

Celebrities should not exploit Haiti disaster

After a scandal or a tragedy, many people come to defend or speak out against the particular situation. Then, there are those who come only to gain notoriety or boost their public images. By now, most people have seen or heard of the devastation caused by a 7.

Religious views need to be an acceptable billboard topic

An increasing number of billboards across the U.S. are generating controversy, not for promoting products but beliefs — or a lack thereof. Some may say religion has no place in advertising, but if groups pay for the ads, they should be able to say what they want.