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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...think that a good deal of "The X-Files" attraction can be attributed to the show's avante garde flair. It's got the same kind of cheesy camp as "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," evidenced by the weekly tagline, "The Truth is Out There," and the clever play upon every alien and government conspiracy cliche on the books. The characters are unique and quirky, the wit is dry, and the double entendre is in constant employment. Also, all of the components of traditional action thrillers are present; gunfights, international intrigue, colorful bad guys, and massive quantities of sexual tension...

Author: By Alixandra E. Smith, | Title: Fifteen Minutes: Endpaper: X-Static! | 11/4/1999 | See Source »

...However, according to the University Parking Services, that's not really how it all works. Manager Ron Whittingham vehemently believes that "the lottery system is truly a lottery system." Coming to Harvard with daddy's SUV and finding a place to park, is no easy feat--if you play by the rules...

Author: By Frances G. Tilney, | Title: Fifteen Minutes: Harvard Parking Uncovered | 11/4/1999 | See Source »

...come from the Midwest, and in the Midwest you play regular ball. With candlepin, it feels like you're playing a kids game. And then they don't even fall down...

Author: By Alicia A. Carrasquillo, Sarah L. Gore, and Samuel Hornblower, S | Title: Fifteen Minutes: Putnam Uncut and In the Lane | 11/4/1999 | See Source »

...Todd: Play tennis, bicycle, go to movies, read...

Author: By Alicia A. Carrasquillo, Sarah L. Gore, and Samuel Hornblower, S | Title: Fifteen Minutes: Professor Fun Facts | 11/4/1999 | See Source »

Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry Harold J. Bursztajn says that his contact with physicians around the country has allowed him to play a large role in forming Bradley's health care ideas...

Author: By David S. Stolzar, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Plank by Plank, Scholars Build Party Platforms | 11/4/1999 | See Source »

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