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...being a little harsh, of course. The Times' survey comes with a lengthy, elegant essay couching the whole project in a comfy coccoon of critical nuance, pre-emptively name-checking "the deplorable modern mania for ranking, list-making and fabricated competition" before vigorously succumbing to it. (It also includes the regrettable phrase "in the age of James Frey." Moratorium? Who's with me?) It's not the least of its sins, but it has to be said that the Times list is aggressively boring. I was surprised and pleased - like running into a dear friend at a deadly dull cocktail...
...released a report Tuesday noting that only about one-fourth of low-income seniors have signed up for the benefit. Of the 7.2 million seniors with incomes less than $14,700, just 1.7 million had enrolled in the program as of April 28, according to the organization's survey of state statistics. "The President and congressional leaders said their top priority was to sign up low-income seniors, so this is terribly disappointing," says Ron Pollack, executive director of Families USA. "These are the people who need the help the most." Medicare spokesman Peter Ashkenaz acknowledges that the low-income...
...matched visitors' lofty expectations. Hong Kong Disneyland has a mere 16 attractions?only one a classic Disney thrill ride, Space Mountain?compared to 52 at Disneyland Resort Paris. Meanwhile, management glitches involving everything from ticketing to employee relations have further tarnished the venture's image. In a recent survey conducted by Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 70% of the local residents polled said they had a more negative opinion of Disneyland since its opening. "Disney knows the theme-park business, but when it comes to understanding the Chinese guest, it's an entirely new ball game," says John Ap, an associate...
...Portion of Americans aged 18 to 24 who couldn't locate Iraq on a world map, according to a survey 50% Portion who couldn't locate New York state...
This week, the College will offer a glimpse of the future—it will serve coffee in Lamont. As part of the process of building a new café in Lamont Library, the College is conducting a student survey and hosting a coffee taste test. Coffee tasting will be held in Lamont tomorrow and Wednesday from 8 to 10 p.m. The student feedback will be bolstered by an online survey that asks students to rank personal preferences regarding coffee and snack offerings as well as to suggest a name for the new eatery. According to the survey website...