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...seen the same spike in HIV particles followed by a precipitous drop. The two researchers learned of each other's work and decided to co-publish their findings in a 1991 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. It was the beginning of a friendly but no less keen competition between the scientists...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: DR. DAVID HO: THE DISEASE DETECTIVE | 12/30/1996 | See Source »

...Pride and Prejudice (A&E) Having arrived just when it seemed Austen-mania could be borne no longer, this lush production radiantly revived the rage for Jane. With perfectly observed sets and a keen grasp of the subversive social themes that underlie Austen's comedy, this mini-series put its competition to shame. PBS' Moll Flanders...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: TELEVISION: THE BEST TELEVISION OF 1996 | 12/23/1996 | See Source »

...friend. An invitation to his home for Thanksgiving was extended, as an offer to advise an independent private-sector research proposal I sought to help finance my way through college. He served as a fountain of advice on entering and living in the political world. He took a keen interest in my career plans, wisely pushing me in the direction of the political job that I now hold. In short, he was a role model eager to impart unto others both his basic humanity and his clear enthusiasm for his chosen field. I was altogether fortunate to have been taken...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: In Memoriam: Professor H. Douglas Price | 12/12/1996 | See Source »

...charming new live-action remake of "101 Dalmatians" is more than a keen marketing ploy, although Disney is sure to accumulate plenty of doggie dollars. Director Stephen Herek has smartly chosen to remain faithful to the cartoon, maintaining the story's buoyant wit and inherent cuddliness. One hundred and one adorable Dalmatians are difficult to resist, and the film works well even without the luxury of canine dialogue. But the best reason to see "101 Dalmatians" is the wickedly entertaining performance of Glenn Close, who is perfectly cast at the dastardly Cruella...

Author: By Erwin R. Rosinberg, | Title: Devil's Dementia Serves as Twisted Inspiration For Disney's New Live-Action '101 Dalmatians' | 12/6/1996 | See Source »

...dire import. Three weeks ago, Le Monde reported that his prostate cancer had metastasized to his bones. But a guest whom Mobutu received last week found that he looked relaxed and appeared in command of himself. Mobutu planned to return to Lausanne for more tests and said he is keen to get back to Zaire. He hopes to imitate former French President Francois Mitterrand, who survived nearly 15 years with prostate cancer...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: MOBUTU: IS HIS TIME ENDING? | 11/25/1996 | See Source »

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