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...Rather than try to alter the exam schedule, it is time for a 24/7 Lamont during reading and exam period. Moreover, even when students are not in the throes of exams, many would benefit from extended library hours on Friday and Saturday nights. Thesis and midterm seasons in particular often require that students study on the weekends as well as weeknights. And, during the regular school year, weekends are often the most difficult times to study in one’s room because of loud dorm parties. While some House libraries may be open through the night, students often face...
...Just why the government chose this particular moment to move against Hizballah's telecoms remains unclear. Hizballah, which fought Israel to a standstill in the summer war of 2006, is much stronger on the ground than the government and is certain to win any confrontation. Still, Hizballah would have much to lose in an open civil war. Not only would the chaos distract the group from the far more dangerous struggle with Israel, but it could also help radical al-Qaeda-affiliated Sunni jihadi groups infiltrate Lebanon. Tellingly, Hizballah regulars have so far stayed out of the fighting, leaving...
...otherwise, Martin said. Student comments on posts range from praise (“Thanks so much for the amazing chicken at the Earth day dinner”) to specific menu requests (“any chance they would make white chunk macadamia cookies?”) to responses to particular post. “I don’t know if it’s a dedicated few, or if there are a lot of people reading it,” Martin said. HUDS has been receiving many “nice compliments” about the blog, she said...
...into the palpable uncertainty that regulates our lives, but that he overloads us with extraneous phrases and superfluous essays and so violates our need for order and regularity. Ultimately, with Samuels’ book—much as in life—we are left clinging on to particular moments that we find significant and pocket-sized absolutes...
...Already, says Kepplinger, the family's health is visibly improving, thanks to a more balanced diet, light and fresh air. He notes that the 5-year-old boy, Felix, in particular, "is getting more and more lively. He's fascinated by contact. He's fascinated by jokes and humor." According to one newspaper report, when Felix first saw the sun in April he cooed with joy. After years of unimaginable bleakness, it is finally time to step into the light. With reporting by Bethany Bell/Amstetten, Ursula Sautter/Bonn and D.J. Siegel/London...