JIM COHENContributing Writer The release of the iPod Nano was welcomed with rave reviews and sales of more than 1 million units in its first 17 days on the market. The credit card-size music player replaced the iPod Mini. The Nano is smaller, lighter and best of all, it has a color screen. The excitement of Nano users went from elation when ordering their new tech gadget to … [Read more...] about Lawsuit filed over Nano
Perspectives
Parties play parental roles on a national level
TROY SENIKStaff Writer In an ideal world, no matter how naturally well-mannered they are, every child should always have two parents to shepherd them through the rigors of life. Think, then, of our two major political parties as fulfilling the same role on a national level. Of course, there will always be some children who need more discipline and guidance than others (I’m … [Read more...] about Parties play parental roles on a national level
Simply Kill Ignorance
BRITTANY DEANContributing Writer About a month ago, Bill Bennett, secretary of education during the Reagan administration, made blatant racist comments about the black community. Last week, he said “I do know that it’s true that if you wanted to reduce crime, you could — if that were your sole purpose, you could abort every black baby in this country, and your crime rate would … [Read more...] about Simply Kill Ignorance
U.S relief aid deserves more credit, not criticism
KELLY DAVIES Staff Writer The deadly earthquake on Oct. 8 in Kashmir, the border that divides India and Pakistan, has stirred the world into action. The death toll is reported at more than 80,000. A second earthquake on Oct. 23 in Kabul, Pakistan, killed five people. The United Nations arrived to offer aid after the natural disaster, at the same time President Bush said he … [Read more...] about U.S relief aid deserves more credit, not criticism
Pep gym disappoints students, athletes
GLORIA SHELLERStaff Writer I tried to go to the gym yesterday, but when I made the trek from my dorm down to the weight room, excitement turned quickly into disappointment. Rather than seeing ample gym equipment to be used at my leisure, I viewed all seven working cardio machines mounted by sweaty college students and the volleyball team scattered throughout the weight … [Read more...] about Pep gym disappoints students, athletes