Can HPV give men cancer, too?

Most people have heard of the human papillomavirus.

But did you know it's one of the most common sexually transmitted infections that can lead to a host of cancers — and not just for women?

Let’s unpack this misunderstood virus in columnist Stephanie Hayes' latest Make It Make Sense.

AROUND THE BAY

Public hearing: Members of the public and a range of local stakeholders — from police and fire unions to the tax collector’s office — weighed in on the Rays’ Tampa stadium deal.

What's the priority? The Rays CEO told the Times that the team wants to secure a nonbinding commitment by the end of the month.

Leadership changes: Hillsborough schools approve 10 new principals.

Multilingual support services: The Hillsborough school district has also received $2 million in federal funds to expand the its Family Community Center.

Support students and staff: Pinellas County lawmakers and the community are rallying behind the USF's scientific community after a fire devastated the Marine Science Lab on Saturday.

Spring 2027: From the group behind Forbici and Boulon, a new Coastal Mexican steakhouse is coming to downtown Tampa. Get the deets.

Collide with a pedestrian: A Bradenton man is facing felony charges in connection with a crash that killed a woman who was checking her mail when she was hit.

Aggravated animal cruelty: A Maltese puppy died after a woman was captured on video hurling him through the air and kicking him several times, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

SPORTS

Winning 12 of last 13: The Rays keep rolling — with Shane McClanahan leading way.

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TODAY'S TALKER

[LISA MERKLIN | Courtesy of Tyler Gillespie}

My Favorite Florida with writer Tyler Gillespie

Our series returns this week with an entry from the St. Petersburg-based poet and writing professor, who argues that the locally filmed “Cocoon” was a romance.

Today's DayStarter was compiled by Neha Seenarine and Hannah Farrow.

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