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...their adult son. In doing so, Durang comprehensively addresses his ideas on issues of alcoholism, the flaws and hypocrisy of Catholicism, and parental neglect.However, unlike most of its predecessors in the Mainstage last year, this play focuses its drama squarely on intimate family life instead of broader societal themes. Correspondingly, “Bette and Boo” hits much closer to home for its audience, and with greater success. Although the play contains flaws of pacing and tone, it ultimately presents a powerful statement on the failings of family life—and its surprising strengths.Laurel T. Holland...
...Lauren Thomas. “It was a lack of focus, and the way we reacted to the first one was we dug ourselves deeper instead of coming together,” said head Coach Erica Walsh. “I thought that was a little bit of a theme tonight.” From the start, the Tigers had little difficulty keeping the ball at Harvard’s end as the Crimson defenders looked hurried in making what were often inaccurate or uncontrollable clearing passes to the midfield. “The tone was set early...
...Disney has already begun promoting healthy alternatives to French fries and soda in its theme park children's meals, and plans to eliminate added trans fat from park meals by the end of 2007 and from food marketed with Disney cartoon characters by the end of 2008. Changes will be adopted internationally over several years...
Most of Harvard is a theme park built for professors and scholars. Students are mere trespassers. But there are some functioning rides, and the freshman week textual discussion is one of them. My discussion group provoked genuine debate; it felt important and gave value to the idea of a liberal arts education. It was among the best I’ve ever had at Harvard. This indicates the quality of that discussion, but it also tells you something of what ails Harvard today...
...Vatican officials cite a recent letter the Pope received from 38 Muslim intellectuals, which responds to his September speech with detailed arguments. "An exchange on the theme of reason and religion has been launched," Poupard said. Benedict's decision of how and when to return to his talking frankly on the subject is a delicate balancing act. Some in the Vatican hope he continues his post-Regensburg conciliatory tone during his trip in late November to Turkey, noting that any misstep could be explosive in a country that is 98% Muslim. Others say it is a unique opportunity to speak...