Gainesville and Alachua County are buzzing with events this January, offering a mix of medieval fun, live music, and thought-provoking performances. The Hoggetowne Medieval Faire kicks off the festivities on January 24-25 at Depot Park, transforming the space into a lively medieval kingdom complete
Gavin Newsom, the governor of California, used a recent event in Davos to make a lighthearted joke about Donald Trump. He held up what he called "Trump signature series kneepads, " which made the crowd laugh. But then he got serious. Newsom said he was trying to show how silly some of Trump's action
Gang violence in Guatemala has taken a deadly turn, with nine police officers losing their lives in a series of attacks. The trouble began on Saturday when members of the Barrio 18 gang took control of three prisons, holding 46 guards hostage. Their demand? Better treatment and privileges. Things g
Gabrielle Union recently opened up about a less-than-glamorous moment at the 2025 Met Gala. While chatting on a morning show, the 53-year-old actress shared a story that highlighted the realities of menopause, even in the most glamorous settings. Union found herself seated at a star-studded table,
Gangster movies have seen a decline in recent years. But one show stands out. Peaky Blinders, a TV series, has done something special. It has surpassed many gangster films from the past 15 years. The show follows Tommy Shelby, a character who grows from a small-time criminal to a powerful figure. H
Gallbladder cancer is a serious disease. It is the most common cancer of the bile ducts. Finding new treatments is very important. Researchers have found something promising. It is called total glucosides of paeony, or TGP. This comes from a traditional Chinese herb called Bai Shao. TGP does two im
Gainesville and Alachua County have a packed schedule for January 2026, offering a mix of literary events, historical lectures, music festivals, and theatrical performances. The month kicks off with a celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday at The Lynx Books, featuring guest author Lauren Groff
Gary Neville, a former Manchester United defender, recently made a bold statement. He claimed that Chelsea's Pedro Neto is just a "smidgen away" from being like Eden Hazard. This comparison, however, seems way off. First off, Neto is more similar to another Pedro who played for Chelsea. The one who
Gary Ramstetter, a name that echoed through the wrestling mats of Alamosa, left this world on December 27, 2021. His journey began in Arvada, where he was born on March 8, 1936. After high school, he ventured to San Jose State University, setting the stage for a career that would inspire many. For
Gabon's President, Brice Oligui Nguema, made a big move. He fired the country's finance minister, Henri Claude Oyima. This happened just days after Gabon's credit rating was downgraded. The rating fell even further into junk status. The president didn't give any reasons for the firing. But, it's cl
