Archive: Feb 2011
From the Pressbox
From the Pressbox: A Court Without a King
Since LeBron James joined the Miami Heat, he has been enjoying the benefits of playing for one of this year's elite squads, while his former team — the Cleveland Cavaliers — have floundered. Read More
Op-Eds
U.S. v. Singapore: rights have a reason
The legal and judicial system of the United States is based on a conception of rights that emphasizes innocence and justice to all parties, rather than retribution. Read More
Athlete of the Week
Athlete of the Week: Lia Weiner
Former All-American and senior Lia Weiner leads a strong women's tennis team this season. The women are a perfect 5-0 so far. Read More
Op-Eds
Iran and Egypt will not be the same
The world seems to be worried that Egypt will go down the path Iran took in 1979. There are reasons to believe it won't. Read More
Editorial Boards
Career center maze
In theory, the Career Center should be a valuable resource for all students. But is it providing the services it advertises in practice? Read More
Editorial Boards
UR skimps on TP
The university cuts back on all sorts of amenities to save money, but why do they have to do it to the toilet paper? Read More
Ed Observers
Technological progress still marches on
Technology continues to expand and improve. Are humanity's fears of it justified? Or are we simply expecting a different relationship than we will have? Read More
Op-Eds
Asian carp: a new threat to the Great Lakes
Asian carp have invaded America's rivers and will make their way into the Great Lakes. We can solve the problem — if we act fast. Read More
Culture
‘Jeopardy!’ welcomes our new computer overlords in tournament
Could a computer ever beat a human in a game of knowledge and trivia? IBM was determined to find out. Read More
Culture
Hidden gems: Oscar-nominated shorts
For the majority of people watching the Oscars, the short film categories are just good opportunities for bathroom breaks Read More