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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...balloon popped out of its jet stream over Mexico and drifted in the wrong direction. They were using up precious fuel without making much headway. Even worse, a heater faltered, and temperatures on board plummeted to 46[degrees]F. Both pilots were exhausted, and Piccard had to resort to self-hypnosis to calm himself. But the duo pulled it together in the homestretch. Catching a 100-m.p.h. jet stream over the Atlantic all but assured victory...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Around the World in a Balloon in 20 Days | 3/29/1999 | See Source »

...must have a durable resolution of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the wishes of the people there," Khokar said. "We must uphold the right of self-determination of those 12 million people...

Author: By David S. Stolzar, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Ambassador Defends Nuclear Tests | 3/26/1999 | See Source »

Results of the Housing lottery--in which students were randomly placed into one of the College's 13 upper-class Houses--were distributed yesterday around 9 a.m. to the self-designated "captains" of student blocking groups...

Author: By Kevin E. Meyers, CRIMSON STAFF WRITERS | Title: Class of 2002 Learns Housing Fate | 3/26/1999 | See Source »

Since few Harvard students study abroad, students interviewed say the campus at large does not embrace the value of their foreign experiences. This creates a self-sustaining phenomenon--fewer students feel the need to leave, and ever fewer feel comfortable doing...

Author: By Paul K. Nitze, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: OUT OF THE BOX | 3/26/1999 | See Source »

...take some time for the scars to heal. But whether you are a rising sophomore preparing for upperclass life or a senior preparing to face next year, do yourself a favor. Muster all of your courage, practice your swimming skills, secure your flotation devices--your talents, your wisdom, your self--respect-and set sail to enjoy the adventure. Someday, when you drop anchor on a new and stunning shore, you'll be glad...

Author: By Dara Horn, | Title: Secure Your Flotation Device | 3/25/1999 | See Source »

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