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...destroying humanity. Amidst the persecution of a society that fears and hates them, the X-Men seek the allegiance of a new mutant named Wolverine, who must make a choice. Does he choose Xavier's idealistic dream of a peaceful co-existence between humanity and mutantkind, or does he opt for Magneto's vision of a world in which mutants replace humans on top of the evolutionary ladder? Translating a comic book onto the silver screen is no easy task-just ask Joel Schumacher of Batman infamy. But die-hard X-fans rejoiced when Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects) signed...
...Senate bill would permit bankruptcy filers to retain up to $100,000 in equity in their home. Any amount over that would go to creditors. The House bill would allow homeowners to retain up to $250,000 in equity. But that cap would be meaningless, since any state could opt out of it under the bill. Key members of Congress are on record as saying there will be no bill that limits the exemption...
...Liberties Union is taking a close interest. According to Associated Press reports, the ACLU's Pennsylvania chapter will keep a beady eye on Philadelphia's policy, and could file suit against the school district if it feels the dress code goes too far or does not make provisions for opt-outs (on religious grounds, for example). In the meantime, while there doesn't seem to be much consolation for boys facing the specter of an adolescent wardrobe defined primarily by necktie purchases, girls have a little more room for individuality. Here's a quick tip: Buy your skirt one size...
...vague, such as Arizona ("God Enriches"), South Dakota ("Under God the People Rule") and Colorado ("Nothing Without the Deity"). The national motto, "In God We Trust," has survived multiple lawsuits because it only resembles a line from the Old Testament. Of course, to play it really safe, Ohio could opt for a motto like that of Texas: "Friendship...
...that typically costs $800 to $1,200. The system is simple: A small box 15 feet from the pool houses the bulb and the reflectors. Fiber-optic lines run underground from the box, surfacing where traditional lighting would normally be installed. Those going for a "Star Trek" effect can opt for glowing tubes mounted along the pool's rim. If you're more curious about the extremes of mood lighting, try experimenting with individual or rotating color filters placed in front of the light source. Psychedelic, baby...