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...long, British subjects have had to rely on newspapers, magazines and television to bring them images of their future monarch. But shortly they will have another medium on which to glimpse his visage. To commemorate PRINCE WILLIAM's 18th birthday (June 21), the post office on the British island of Jersey will issue stamps featuring the fetching royal against a variety of backdrops. They will "show his sporting side, and the fireworks represent a celebration at his coming of age," says philatelic artist William Wall. One stamp's backdrop was supposed to show Caernarvon Castle, where William's father...
...discovery of a final theory could have a cultural influence as well, one comparable to what was felt at the birth of modern science. It has been said that the spread of the scientific spirit in the 17th and 18th centuries was one of the things that stopped the burning of witches. Learning how the universe is governed by the impersonal principles of a final theory may not end mankind's persistent superstitions, but at least it will leave them a little less room...
...18th ranked Harvard men's lacrosse team (3-0) has a tough road ahead over spring break. With away games against national powers Duke and Penn, and against Fairfield at home, the Crimson will have to do its utmost to protect its perfect record...
These proposals, devised by students and faculty in the department, will go into effect for the Class of 2004 if passed by the Educational Policy Committee (EPC), a university-wide body that makes final decisions on Faculty proposals. The EPC will meet April 18th to discuss the issue...
...Crimson, ranked 18th in the nation entering the game traded goals with Hobart throughout the contest before staving off a last second man-down situation to preserve...