University of Florida News

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence in Florida soared in February to the highest point in the 16-year history of the index, despite rising gasoline prices and a falling stock market, University of Florida economists report.

GAINESVILLE — If Guinness had a Book of Cosmic Records, a newly discovered quasar in the constellation Cetus would certainly deserve prominent mention. Scientific readings show “RD J030117+002025″ easily skates past the previous record holder as one of the earliest known structures ever to form in the universe.

GAINESVILLE — The blue numbers on the thermometer are about to extend to a new low, thanks to the work of a University of Florida researcher.

GAINESVILLE — Only a few of the world’s stingrays venture into freshwater, and most are threatened by overfishing, pollution or both.

GAINESVILLE — Letting the good times roll may get you rolled, mugged or worse, says a University of Florida study of crime and downtown entertainment districts.