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...mind by a definite feeling that plagiarism is not acceptable here. Somewhere in there is also a confused message about diversity and respect, but it’s lost in the general cacophony of “Fight fiercely, Harvard” and other notions of dubious utility with which one was equipped. Something, however, which would have helped greatly in adapting to life at this unusual University—and would have made one much more confident as a first year—was completely lacking. If only one had been warned of the perils one is exposed...

Author: By Alexander Bevilacqua, | Title: Grow in the Knowledge of Trivia | 4/6/2004 | See Source »

These somewhat dubious delights aside, the place is still completely terrifying. Having finally pried the headphones away and worked through an acute case of coveting thy neighbor’s boyband-filled playlist (“Look, they even have the little-known trance remix of MmmBop!”), the only sound to be heard in the Reading Room is that of sheer productivity itself, or more specifically, the irritatingly incessant tapping of computer keyboards. Here is conclusive aural proof of the awesome industriousness of the surrounding scholars—a sound which invariably seems to increase in volume...

Author: By Amelia E. Lester, | Title: The Lure of Lamont | 4/6/2004 | See Source »

...million over 10 years was negotiated at the height of the '90s irrational exuberance. When the Rangers' performance and attendance started collapsing, Hicks lost his gamble, having to trade ARod while continuing to cover part of his salary. Being known for your salary is a dubious recognition, but ARod handles it smoothly. "I'm proud of my contract," he says, sitting with his wife on the deck of their house as the sun sets over the bay. "I can't run away from that. I think we've been put in this situation, Cynthia and I, from a philanthropic point...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Lord Of The Swings | 4/5/2004 | See Source »

...stalls, the chimeres seemed to have slithered back into the woodwork. "Not one ounce of resistance," said a relieved Marine corporal who had just arrived from Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. "Not like what I'd been seeing on TV." But many Haitians who remember the 1994 invasion seemed dubious of America's resolve. "They won't stay long," predicted secretary Magdalin Blanc, 24, as she watched the Marines gather in front of the presidential palace. "That's why we need an army again...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: One More Show Of Force | 3/15/2004 | See Source »

...DUBIOUS STOCK SALE...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Not A Good Thing For Martha | 3/15/2004 | See Source »

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