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Name three of the most infamous villains of literature or pop culture in the last century and it's likely that you'll mention, or at least think about, Dracula. The 19th-century character, though not as popular in its early years, has spawned a love-affair with the dark and mysterious creatures, vampires. They are, today, widely celebrated in books, television shows and movies more than 100 years after Bram Stoker brought the character to life in the pages of his novel. In all those movies and

A new show from Miami-Dade College Live Arts is putting a modern twist on an epic Greek tragedy. Miami native and New World School of the Arts graduate Yara Travieso is the brains behind the production of La Medea . The show incorporates a live Latin disco band, cameras and is being live streamed and filmed as it's happening. The show debuted in Brooklyn to strong reviews and a film of the production has aired at festivals across the country. There will be performances at the Sandrell Theater in

On Wednesday, Florida's gubernatorial candidates Andrew Gillum and Ron DeSantis had their last debate before Election Day at Broward College. WLRN Broward County reporter Caitie Switalski was at the debate and joined Sundial to share key takeaways. For seniors in South Florida and across the country, this time of year can be particularly stressful as they fill out their college applications. Sundial hosted a panel discussion about the college preparation process and were joined by Coral Reef

For seniors in South Florida and across the country, this time of year can be particularly stressful. Deadlines are looming for college applications, especially for those students applying early. To further complicate the process, applying to college has changed drastically in recent years. Among the changes are digitized applications, greater competition, and schools adopting a more holistic approach to their admissions process. On Thursday, Sundial answered parents' and students' questions

Name three of the most infamous villains of literature or pop culture in the last century and it's likely that you'll mention, or at least think about, Dracula. The 19th-century character, though not as popular in its early years, has spawned a love-affair with the dark and mysterious creatures, vampires. They are, today, widely celebrated in books, television shows and movies more than 100 years after Bram Stoker brought the character to life in the pages of his novel. In all those movies and

With the midterm elections just around the corner, party leaders in Florida are gearing up their campaigns to get out the vote. Many politicos are calling for a Democratic "blue wave" this year in response to the Trump presidency, but Republican leadership argues their party is equally if not more engaged this election year. Midterm elections traditionally see lower turnout than presidential elections, but 2018 may buck that trend. Just a few days into early voting and in Palm Beach and Broward

A new report by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change describes the many risks earth will face if its temperature continues rising. In the last 20 years temperatures have rose about 1.5 degrees Celsius and its affects to South Florida are increased flooding during King Tides and saltwater intrusion to its freshwater supplies. WLRN environmental reporter Kate Stein joined host Luis Hernandez on Sundial to talk about a recent United Nations report on global warming with Yoca

Early voting started this week in Palm Beach, Broward, Monroe, and Miami-Dade counties. There have been an endless number of political ads on television and web streaming services, YouTube, as well as political flyers filling mailboxes across South Florida. David Smiley, political reporter for the Miami Herald joined Sundial to talk about this week’s major political stories and what advertising messages does to voters. The city of Opa-Locka has long been criticized for lacking the necessary

Andrew Gillum is currently the mayor of Tallahassee, Florida. But he’s running for governor against Republican Ron DeSantis. The Orlando Sentinel describes their race this way: “In Republican Ron DeSantis and Democrat Andrew Gillum, Florida voters will choose between the most politically polar opposite candidates for governor in decades.” The Sentinel also describes the Tallahassee mayor’s role as “a largely ceremonial position.” Florida made the national news this week due to Hurricane Michael,

A new report from the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) breaks down the impacts of climate change and global warming. The report suggests the planet must take action to keep temperatures from rising 1.5 degrees Celsius or there will be grave consequences. Global warming’s affects to South Florida have increased flooding during King Tides and saltwater intrusion to its freshwater supplies. On Sundial we took a deeper look at those impacts and how South Floridians can