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...depending on my stress level, lack of sleep, and (dis)satisfaction with my latest Harvard University Dining Services meal. Maybe the jaded attitude that predominates much of campus stems from the nature of our student body: a group highly trained in close analysis. While critical thinking may be an asset for philosophy papers and biology exams, outside of class it can generate a constant stream of nitpicking complaints. But whether or not you feel comfortable declaring unconditional love for this university, we are all undeniably lucky to be here. Why not give voice to some gratitude and community spirit?...
...added dimension that people haven’t seen on film, so she will definitely be an asset this weekend,” said Delaney- Smith...
...lack of experience can even seem like an asset to young voters. "I like that he's new," says Neil Stewart, 18, a freshman at the University of Colorado in Boulder. "We need some freshness in our government right now." Obama's "inexperience means he comes in with a fresh look and isn't quite as jaded by the political system as most other people are," says Jennifer Zamarripa, 26, a University of Denver law-school student. "He's new and modern and breaking with the past," says José Villanueva, 21, a senior at Claremont McKenna College in California...
...recent years, a series of brutal job cuts, asset sales and cost-cutting measures have pruned the company down. Staff numbers have fallen from 6,000 in 2004 to some 4,500 today. The Legoland parks were sold in 2005 to Merlin Entertainments, part of the Blackstone private equity group, which owns Madame Tussauds and Sea Life. And critically, distribution, packaging and production has been outsourced to Eastern Europe and Mexico. As a result, the Lego Group turned a $374 million loss in 2004 into a $281 million profit...
...buying end, you might have some luck. That's especially true in light of interest-rate cuts; the average 30-year mortgage now goes for 5.57%, according to Bankrate.com near historic lows. Mark Johannessen, managing director at the asset-management firm Harris SBSB, says to consider refinancing if you can save more than half a point. And if you're in an ARM, think about moving to a fixed-rate for peace of mind in an economically uncertain time...