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...separate networks, the Bells' distress could grow worse. Instead of getting paid a nominal amount by rivals who piggyback on their networks, the Bells would be getting almost nothing from customers they lose. Lawrence Babbio, president of Verizon, insists, "I'd rather take that risk [than see the situation persist]. It's a trade I'd make any day of the week." But Babbio knows it's not likely that he will get the chance anytime soon. Even if Powell can give the Bells some of what they so desperately want--and many believe the FCC chairman will...
...NCWO has now urged CBS, the television network that will broadcast next year’s Masters Tournament, to drop its coverage in protest of Augusta’s refusal to admit a female member. Unfortunately, CBS continues to persist in its support of Augusta. For that reason, when the Masters is aired in April, men and women alike should take action, grab their remote controls and change the channel...
...grown disenchanted with empty promises of increased aid. Living conditions have improved little since the Taliban's collapse, providing fresh recruits for al-Qaeda and Taliban sanctuaries in Pakistan. Until the harsh economic conditions are alleviated and Karzai's vision of a new, democratic Afghanistan is fulfilled, terror will persist. By Michael Ware/Kabul...
...album will surprise noone except the goldfish-memoried few who persist in expecting rock to lie down in its grave. For the rest, enjoy another dose of bright-shiny anguish and riveting riffs...
...awards. Honors should be awarded based on individual achievement—an absolute GPA cutoff—rather than achievement versus one’s classmates. Outstanding work should be recognized and honored regardless of how many other students have produced equally outstanding work. As long as these awards persist, the method by which they are awarded should not be changed...