Archive: Mar 2002
Smoochy' a killer flick
After far too many years of "Barney," "Teletubbies" and "Sesame Street" it is refreshing to see a dopey, foam-suited character exist outside of whimsical, trouble-free environments."Death to Smoochy" follows this theme of realism in a successful onslaught against the sappy programs marketed toward children. When children's television host Rainbow Randolph Smiley (Robin Williams) is arrested […]
Dictators' rock the Hive
It says something about this band that, when I went to the Hive to hear them play, I couldn't find a seat. The Dictators and Fools concert March 7 not only packed the pub, but was a different from the current wave of alternative groups that dominate the popular airwaves today.The show opened with a […]
Who will win?
Despite years of effort, my pleas to be accepted to the Academy have not been heard, and my vote doesn't matter. However, that does not mean I don't have opinions. Unfounded opinions? Certainly ? because that's what just about all of my opinions are. And now, on with my predictions, also known as wild guesses.Best […]
Lack of long-lasting oil suplies should stop drilling
During his second week in office, George W. Bush announced his intention to drill, and most likely destroy, the pristine atmosphere that is the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. While it should come to nobody's surprise that "President Oil" is proposing such ideas, it is surprising what a horrible idea it is. Instead of pursuing a […]
Weighing the costs and benefits of future security and current comfort
For every action, government or otherwise, there are costs and benefits. Since the government owns the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and no private citizen has claim to it, the relevant question to ask when considering harvesting its oil reserves is not one of rights, but one of costs and benefits.The benefit of drilling would be […]
Truth about Islam found in peace and tolerance
On Sept. 11, the world watched in dismay as the Twin Towers crumbled down. Soon, news broadcasters charged Islamic fundamentalists as being responsible for the terrorist attacks in New York City. This destructive image of Islam quickly swept across the nation. Many questioned, how does Islam promote such an attack? The truth is, it doesn't. […]
Baseball looks to overcome slow sart and fulfill goal of winning a UCAA title
Weather may prevent the baseball team from playing any more games in the near future, but that could help the Yellowjackets by giving them time to correct the problems that led to a 2-6-1 record on their spring break trip to Florida."With the way we played down south, we have a lot of work ahead […]
Golf team sets lofty goals for spring season
Hanging on the wall in coach Rich Johnson's office is a list of goals for the golf team for this season.The team sets goals every season, but it went a step further this year. The Yellowjackets included on the list what it means to be on the team and how they plan on achieving their […]
Kelly, can you handle this?
They have been called the new generation Supremes, which is not a very radical comparison since they've released a string of consecutive smash hits and their albums sell like hot cakes. Beyonc, Michelle and Kelly seem to be everywhere these days ? the mere reference of their names seems to spark a conversation. They are […]
Flush the Toilet Boys
With their platinum, cross-dressing lead singer, Miss Guy, the Toilet Boys inspired the off-Broadway musical and movie, Hedwig and the Angry Inch. However, the unique music that poured from Hedwig was a smarter, more stimulating set than the Toilet Boys' self-titled debut CD. This New York City glam rock metal band has been underground for […]