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'Waiting' gives nothing but bad service

By Drew Richardson | October 17

While watching "Waiting...," a new comedy starring Ryan Reynolds, the audience will probably start to have thoughts that evoke the movie's title. Some of these thoughts may include, "I can't believe I waited in line for this," or "I don't think I will wait to go to the bathroom," or - most popularly - "I can't wait until this movie is over.

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The hit list

October 17

1. "The Simpsons," Arabic Style One of America's favorite cartoon families has made it to the screens of televisions in the United Arab Emirates. "The Simpsons," or "Al Shamshoon," debuted on MBC, a satellite television network, earlier this month. This version, however, features lovable dad Omar Shamshoon, who doesn't consume beer or bacon, which are against the Islamic religion, or hang out at the seedy Moe's Tavern.

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Internet facilitates celebrity stalking

By Melissa Beal | October 17

A few years ago, stalking someone was quite difficult. It took long hours to discover someone's class schedule, what they were looking for in terms of relationships and their favorite music and movies. Only a lucky few stalkers could gather contact information like email addresses, screen names and cell phone numbers.

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Drama about power and relationships bores Studio Theatre

By Bethany McMillion | October 17

"Hilda," written by French novelist Marie Ndiaya and directed by Carey Perloff, begins with the wealthy Mrs. Lemarchand (Ellen Karas) seeking to employ Hilda as a maid through her husband, Frank (Michael Earle). Though the audience never actually meets Hilda, they quickly become aware that she is now the obsession of the very dominating and controlling Mrs.

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Eggers' compilation worth a read

By LEANA ZBOROVSKY | October 17

It's that time of year: The Best American Series 2005 are out. "The Best American Nonrequired Reading" is the lesser-known selection in the series, which also includes "The Best American Short Stories," "The Best American Travel Writing" and "The Best American Essays.

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Opinion

Letters to the editor

October 17

Dear Editor, I would like to address some of Will Mount's comments in the last edition of The Eagle. He claims that the Student Government is dealing with a "slippery slope" by passing legislation which would ban military recruiters from campus. Will questioned "who would be banned from campus next.

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New exhibit features spy gadgets from the movies

October 17

"Secret Treasures of Hollywood" International Spy Museum Runs through June Everyone grew up with spies. James Bond, Maxwell Smart, Austin Powers: these are the names that come to most Americans' minds when they think about international men of mystery. At the International Spy Museum the focus has always been on the real spy world, with only about five percent about popular culture.

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For your eyes only...

October 17

International Spy Museum 800 F Street, N.W. Metro: Gallery Place-Chinatown (red, green and yellow lines) Adult tickets: $14 Student tickets: $13 (special price available through Dec. 23) There are spies in the ventilation ducts. They're moving too fast, breaking their cover with each loud clunk.

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Sports

Sports briefs

By Ian Quillen | October 17

XC men second to just one at Penn State Buoyed by sophomore Steve Hallinan's seventh-place individual finish, The AU men's cross country team finished second out of 37 squads in this weekend's Penn State National Invite in State College, Pa. Eastern Michigan won the event scoring 100 points, 30 lower than AU's second place mark in a system where the lowest score wins.

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AU Christian groups offer aid to Katrina victims

By Seth Johnson | October 17

Twenty-two members of AU's Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship group spent fall break at Camp Hope, a shelter for victims of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. The AU students were immediately put to work helping prepare and serve food, as well as kitchen work.

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Opinion

Fight for rights in classes

By Will Haun | October 17

Last Thursday while seeking the College Republican endorsement for an at-large seat in the undergraduate senate, I spoke about the importance of communicating both sides of an issue on our campus, something not as commonplace as it should be. We as the minority party on campus know why it's important for us to be organized and equipped with more activities to stay visible and have a fair voice on campus.

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Online voting for SG rep elections debuts this week

By Jess Reamy | October 17

Students can vote for their Student Government representatives from the comfort of their own computers for the first time ever in the elections that run Monday through Wednesday of this week, according to a new bill unanimously passed by the General Assembly.

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Alcohol awareness week begins

By Sean Miller | October 17

Incidents of AU students caught intoxicated or with alcohol on campus increased over the past two years, a nationwide trend that has prompted university organizations and consumer advocates in Washington, D.C. to launch a campaign warning people about the negative effects of drinking.

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Fanning's new film is a 'Dream' come true

By Jeff Lambert | October 17

There's something holy about the relationships between girls and their fathers. Even beyond Freud's Electra explanation, there's a fascination and idolization among young girls of their father figures. The same worship among girls at the elementary level surrounds horses.

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Thousands gather for Millions More, marking 10-year anniversary

By Kelly Kerr | October 17

Thousands gathered on the National Mall Saturday for the Millions More Movement, which featured Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan. The 12-hour event, which included poetry, music and speeches from prominent members of the African American community, took place on the 10th anniversary of the Million Man March.

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Opinion

All thumbs

October 17

Thumbs up Dave Chappelle Sighting... Two sophomore lovebirds were traipsing through Georgetown while shopping and came across the hilarious comedian enjoying a cigarette with the nice weather. No autographs were received, but pleasantries were exchanged. The sun reappears.

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Opinion

Staff editorial: Study abroad... or else

October 17

Goucher College and SOCAL are making studying abroad a requirement for graduation from their respective institutions. The schools plan on making vouchers available or including the travel in students' tuition. Lately studying abroad has increased at AU, especially to destinations outside Western Europe and Latin America.

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