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Playing umpire: Congress needs to make the call
By Valerie Hu | Aug. 27, 2010, 10:54 p.m. | In News Blog »
Seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger "The Rocket" Clemens had one goal in mind as he walked into a congressional hearing in February 2008.
The new "King" of South Beach
By Eli Schwadron | Aug. 22, 2010, 5:39 p.m. | In Sports Blog »
On July 8, LeBron James sent the sports world into a frenzy with his announcement to join the Miami Heat.
"Twilight" women need to bite back
By Alison Kronstadt | Aug. 19, 2010, 2:54 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
A boy and a girl meet in high school and fall in love. During their relationship, he repeatedly sneaks into her room, forbids her from seeing people she is close to and pressures her into everything from prom to marriage.
Haynesworth: A lesson in sportsmanship
By Liv Jacobson | Aug. 10, 2010, 11:24 p.m. | In Sports Blog »
Over the past few months, Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth has caused quite a stir both in the Washington area and across the nation.
Mud slinging
By Sarah Harper | Aug. 10, 2010, 11:06 p.m. | In News Blog »
After the explosion of Deepwater Horizon's drilling rig, it seemed as though British Petroleum (BP) was sadly lacking a how-to manual on cleaning up the largest oil spill in history.
More members, more risks, more problems
By Allison Daitch | Aug. 3, 2010, 10:23 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
As the celebrations begin marking the 500 millionth member of Facebook, the reality behind the monumental occasion is slowly creeping out.
Galarraga's grace in a classless age
By Mandy Xu | June 11, 2010, 7:26 p.m. | In Sports Blog »
Off the record, it doesn't even matter; Galarraga will be immortalized. This "imperfect" game is more special and honorable than any perfect game in history.
The melting cup
By Masha Lafen | June 8, 2010, 10:15 p.m. | In Sports Blog »
According to USA Today, American fans have purchased the highest number of World Cup tickets compared to any other country except host nation South Africa.
The ongoing evolution of the pill
By Blake Morgan-Gamber | June 7, 2010, 8:17 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
As 2010 marks the Birth Control pill's fiftieth anniversary, it is clear that its use, purpose and even form, have all greatly evolved as a benefactor in the lives of countless women.
Good night and good luck
By Sophia Deng | June 3, 2010, 11:38 p.m. | In Connections Blog »
As I sit at home, finding myself nostalgic about being pushed and shoved in Blair Boulevard during lunch, I've realized that my feelings about leaving are not clear-cut jubilation, but those of ambivalence and deep sadness.
Supersized campaign
By Deepa Chellappa | May 20, 2010, 5:40 p.m. | In News Blog »
In late February, America swept the Olympics by taking gold in almost every category. We wiped out Canada and left France trailing behind. Sweden had nothing on us. U-S-A! U-S-A!
Quitting time?
By David Tao | May 19, 2010, 11:07 a.m. | In News Blog »
For Facebook CEO and President Mark Zuckerberg, life's been good. Since 2003, he's turned a "Hot or Not" website into the world's largest social networking website, revolutionizing the way our generation communicates.
A man-made disaster
By Sophia Deng | May 6, 2010, 1:15 p.m. | In News Blog »
There was Sept. 11 in 2001, Hurricane Katrina in 2005; now the Gulf oil spill will have a place in history as 2010's catastrophe. On April 20, the Deepwater Horizon rig, an offshore platform leased by Transocean for BP, exploded off the coast of Louisiana, killing 11 individuals.
Your tired, poor and huddled masses
By Masha Lafen | April 30, 2010, 1:30 p.m. | In News Blog »
Arizona has had a history of problems with illegal immigrants, from high crime rates to drug trafficking across the border. The recent law signed by Governor of Arizona Jan Brewer proposes a harsh and inappropriate solution to this complex problem.
"Shore" hits
By Anya Gosine | April 27, 2010, 11:10 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
They captured millions with their gelled hair, tanned skin and tireless fist-pumping. This year Americans bonded with the young, party-loving Italian-Americans who spent an eventful summer together in one beach house on the shores of New Jersey. Now there is news to celebrate for reality television addicts - several spin-offs of MTV's "Jersey Shore" will be crashing on land.
Old favorites and fresh faces
By Ava Wallace | April 25, 2010, 4:20 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
At the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs) on Sunday, country fans saw familiar stars and greeted new faces. Queen of country Reba McEntire, armed with corny jokes, hosted the show for the ninth time.
A swing at misbehavior
By Lauren Kestner | April 18, 2010, 3:37 p.m. | In News Blog »
At Blair, students have learned to comply with discipline policies or at least accept the consequences. Students in many Texas school systems, however, now face a far more sinister punishment.
Nabbing McNabb
By Rose Wynn | April 15, 2010, 7:44 a.m. | In Sports Blog »
Controversy, a history of injuries and disappointment. These qualities mar quarterback Donovan McNabb's recent years on the Philadelphia Eagles.
A blossoming D.C.
By Sophia Deng | April 4, 2010, 10 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Living next to or Metro stations away from the nation's capital has never been so sweet - the National Cherry Blossom Festival is currently in full force, and set to end April 11. With the combination of spring break and beautiful summer-like spring weather, D.C. has been jam packed.
Carrying on the dream
By Lauren Kestner | March 31, 2010, 7:37 p.m. | In News Blog »
When President Obama signed the final part of his healthcare bill on Tuesday, a fervent crowd lauded him for finally achieving his campaign promise to expand coverage to uninsured Americans.
Gaga for Gaga
By Blake Morgan-Gamber | March 28, 2010, 9:10 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Drawing in over 18 million viewers, Lady Gaga's outrageous "Telephone" video has stunned both fans and foes. In collaboration with fellow diva Beyonce, the artist gives audiences another "Monster" of a music video. And this time, the out-there star finds a way to make the "Paparazzi" go even crazier.
The long fight
By Masha Lafen | March 26, 2010, 1:05 p.m. | In News Blog »
The U.S. House of Representatives recently approved landmark health-care legislation in a complex process that began last winter and one of the major beneficiaries of the health care bill will be young people.
A risky search for freedom
By Mandy Xu | March 23, 2010, 7:48 a.m. | In News Blog »
On Monday, Google closed its Internet search service in China after weeks of negotiation with Chinese government officials over censorship issues. Now, mainland Chinese citizens will be able to access Hong Kong-based google.com.hk, which offers Chinese-language service with uncensored results.
Front row couches
By Anya Gosine | March 21, 2010, midnight | In Sports Blog »
The roar of the stadium grows increasingly louder as the player dribbles down the field, dodging opponents in a quick zigzag fashion. The goalie dives to catch the ball mid-air, and as he hits your living room floor you jump - knocking off your 3D glasses.
Oh-lympics
By Jenna Bushnell | March 19, 2010, 7:40 a.m. | In Sports Blog »
There's nothing I love more than the Olympics, which is why I'm sad to see them go. The idea that nations from all over the world can put aside their differences for a little fun competition just goes to show the value of sports. Not to mention, the Winter Olympics garner a sense of national pride (37 medals for U.S.!) that recently seems hard to come by.
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