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...Given punk's history and values, Muslim punk makes sense, says Majeed. "Punk tends to gravitate toward marginalized voices," he says. "So it's no surprise that there are Afro-punks, Latino punks. It's about questioning authority. The purpose of it is not to be a jerk, but to talk truth to power." The scene has certainly managed to rankle both Muslim and punk traditionalists. "There are Muslims who think you're not supposed to be rude if you're pious, you're not supposed to be playing music," Majeed says. "Punks have told [Muslim punks] there...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Muslim Punk Rock: A Mashup of Piety and Politics | 12/3/2009 | See Source »

...personality is no less colorful. She struts through life with a scary assurance; she's a blond tornado, looking for people to put down, causes to champion. Finding Michael gives her a mission that unites home, school and her driving ambition. It's as if Erin Brockovich had been given charge...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Blind Side: What's All the Cheering About? | 12/3/2009 | See Source »

Woods may not have much choice since his alleged mistresses are reported to have text messages from him and to be willing to share them (at a price, presumably). Also, given the public nature of golf, with the crowds and press able to get close to the players on the course, it's unlikely he can hide completely unless he never plays again. (See pictures of Tiger Woods' best victory moments...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: How Tiger Woods Can Survive the Scandal | 12/3/2009 | See Source »

...historical witnesses who were enslaved were not given credence [but] the words of the people who owned them were accepted,” Gordon-Reed said...

Author: By Erika T. Butler, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Law School Professor Discusses Book | 12/3/2009 | See Source »

...faculty package, eligible professors are presented with three options—a one, two, or four-year retirement plan. All eligible professors will be given $1,000 to support their financial planning while considering their choices...

Author: By Noah S. Rayman and Elyssa A. L. Spitzer, CRIMSON STAFF WRITERS | Title: FAS, Four Other University Schools Offer Retirement Plan for Faculty Members | 12/3/2009 | See Source »

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