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...line access, voyages to remote beaches at the price of nothing, expensive wines, surprise treats.... But before you stuff some shirts into a carry-on and prepare to brave the skies as Bingham does in the film, be aware that the glories of becoming an American Airlines 10 million miler have been given a little movie-magic lift...
...With a population of just over 4 million, New Zealand has long punched above its sporting weight. Over the years, it has spawned the world's best miler (John Walker), one of cricket's greatest fast bowlers (Richard Hadlee) and yachtsmen skilled enough to win the America's Cup twice. While all of these men knew how it felt to compete under a nation's expectation, the All Blacks are a case apart. Failure has never been an option for them. Their hardheaded coach Graham Henry sounds positively Nietzschean when he declares: "The success of our rugby team is important...
...Harvard men’s and women’s track teams both competed in tune-up meets this weekend, using the opportunities to prepare for upcoming competitions.For the men, things went as planned, as junior miler Christopher Green led the team to second place at the Harvard Select Meet.UConn won the event with 101 points, while the Crimson finished with 30 points, and Northeastern brought up the rear with 27. “We came in second, and it’s the first time we have beaten anyone all year, so that’s a plus...
...have to thank you for setting a good example for these other women. Best or worst lie you’ve ever told: She didn’t mean that much to me. Favorite childhood toy: Legos. Sexiest physical trait: Nothing is sexier than the legs of a miler. Describe yourself in three words: Running down dreams. In 15 minutes you are: Probably still inwardly debating the merits of a pre-lunch shower. In 15 years you are: Hopefully not at the age where I have something to lose...
...Miler was realistic in explaining the challenge of earning acceptance to Harvard. Every year the College receives approximately 19,000 applications—about 6,000 for early action and 13,000 for regular decision—for the 1,650 freshman beds available...