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...Most basically, these aliens are not here to give us a last peaceful warning. Their trigger fingers are beyond itchy and they launch a major assault on the world's capitals, a concatenation of been-there, done-that special effects that first deadens the senses and then, mercifully, induces narcolepsy. The aliens don't really give a chance to respond to their warnings. As a matter of fact, since their alternative to our threatening behavior appears to be even more menacing - it consists of swarms of metallic insects gnawing nastily away at any human flesh in its path - it makes...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Day the Earth Stood Still: Alienating | 12/12/2008 | See Source »

Liza Minnelli wasn't the only reason Rosie O'Donnell's NBC variety special flopped a couple of weeks back, but she sure didn't help. Waddling out onstage as the show's big-name guest star, accompanied by fervent cheerleading from the "surprised" host, she looked plump, shaky and a little out of touch. As my colleague James Poniewozik pointed out in his review, the show's disappointing ratings were further evidence that Broadway is not mainstream American entertainment anymore...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Liza Minnelli Onstage: Resistance Is Futile | 12/12/2008 | See Source »

...early, this has helped highlight how good he is. We all know that as the team does well, there are a lot of ways in which individuals can gather accolades and notoriety.”While Lin gains rank throughout the league, a more tangible mark of a truly special player is the honor of being nominated Ivy-League Player of the Year. Only one Harvard player has ever earned this honor—Joe Carrabino ’85 who won it in his 1983-1984 junior season. After leading the Crimson to the highest conference finish in school...

Author: By Stephanie Krysiak, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Junior Sensation Sparks Harvard Success | 12/12/2008 | See Source »

...list voted on by the public. The committee members also added traits saying that the next superintendent should be able to assemble a management team to advance the district’s vision and ensure desired student behavioral patterns. McGovern, who brought up concerns that traits like dedication to special education might be worth including, said he was willing to wait until candidates have been recruited to bring up these more specific concerns. “This is not the end,” McGovern said. “There is plenty of opportunity for people to continue giving their...

Author: By Michelle L. Quach, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Superintendent Search Advances | 12/12/2008 | See Source »

Luxury on Sale. The Art Deco Fontainebleau Miami Beach resort reopened in November after a $1 billion renovation. The hotel added an iMac to each of its 1,504 ocean-front rooms, plus a 40,000-sq.-ft. spa. Through Dec. 20, the Fontainebleau is offering special rates starting at $289 per night, which includes a $50 daily credit for use at the resort's spa, shops or 11 restaurants. From Dec. 21 to May 31, 2009, rates start at $399 per night. 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Personalized Bottles of Bubbly and Other Cool Deals | 12/12/2008 | See Source »

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