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Send in the clones

Imagine waking up tomorrow to learn there were 20 people genetically identical to you roaming the Earth. The Studio Theatre's production of Caryl Churchill's "A Number" left audience members pondering this question, among a wide variety of others. The thought-provoking plot revolves around Salter, who had his first son cloned in an attempt to get a second chance to raise the child.

Hoyas drop slumping women's soccer

The AU women's soccer team suffered yet another tough loss Wednesday, 2-0, at Georgetown, dropping its season record to 2-5-0. After a scoreless first half, the Hoyas (5-1-1) dominated the second stanza, taking eight shots, including four on goal. As has been a problem throughout this season, the Eagles struggled to maintain the energy level they had in the first half.

Art on Call: Once more, public art hits D.C. streets

First it was donkeys and elephants. Then it was pandas, piggybanks and life-size statues of Mickey Mouse. Honestly: what is it with this city? D.C. clearly has a thing for painted objects. Or, more specifically, D.C. has a thing for public art, and the latest craze in community beautification is Art On Call, a program (spearheaded by Cultural Tourism D.

Kerwin stays silent on Ladner, discusses academics

Acting President Neil Kerwin said he would not comment on the investigation into President Benjamin Ladner's spending at a forum yesterday, but he did discuss changes in the academic calendar, recent criticism of the library and other issues. Among a number of possible schedules, the most promising is one created by Student Government President Kyle Taylor under which students would get one day off for fall break and get two extra days of winter break.

Ten for $10

­Az£car! The Life and Music of Celia Cruz This vibrant exhibit on the life and work of Celia Cruz, the so-called "Queen of Latin Music" and one of Cuba's biggest stars (featured in the critically acclaimed documentary "The Buena Vista Social Club") includes music, videos, documents and the dress Cruz wore at her last public performance before she died of brain cancer in 2003.

Editorial cartoon

D.C. taxis charge extra

The D.C. Taxicab Commission voted Saturday to charge an extra $1.50 on taxi rides in the district. "We felt like we needed to help the drivers meet the costs of operation," said Causton Toney, the commission's interim chairman, in a washingtonpost.com article.

Coolio, Korea, Conte... and a Kodiak bear

Let me give you a little insight into what I've been thinking about for the past week: Why do people in the town continue to follow the Redskins? Don't you understand that Paris Hilton spends money more wisely than Dan Snyder? I understand they were good 10 years ago, but so was Coolio.

Campus Calendar

Saturday, Sept. 17 SUB concert: The Roots Doors 7 p.m., Bender Arena Tickets now on sale at the Student Activities desk. One free ticket per AU ID for undergrads, $5 for faculty, staff and grads, and $25 to the general public. For more information contact Eric Friedlander at sub@ausg.

Horoscopes

Aries (March 21 - April 19) It is not wise to make promises that you cannot keep. A man with an abnormally large head will become a pivotal character. Lucky number: 13. Lucky vegetable: Onions. Taurus (April 20 - May 20) A rendezvous with a transvestite Aquarius will leave you feeling delighted, but slightly sticky.

Scene briefs

Authors in D.C. Fans of science fiction satirist Terry Pratchett were able to meet the author on Tuesday night at Olsson's Book and Record shop in Arlington, Va. The British author's dry sense of humor instilled itself throughout the evening. He talked with fans for a lighthearted hour about the future of the series, his inspirations and what life was like as an author.

Cars are the new bedroom

The clich? of adolescents going to a secluded point to park and suck face (among other things) is something as ingrained in our culture as apple pie or suing a fast food chain for providing you with coffee that is actually hot. Teens' first taste of freedom often goes hand in hand with their ability to drive solo, so it seems obvious that they would choose the automobile as the scene for their maiden voyage of sexual exploration.

Staff editorial: Alums, don't stop giving

Concern has been expressed about the impact the probe of President Ladner's finances will have on the school's fundraising. AU has done an amazing amoutn of fundraising under Ladner, recently passing the twenty percent mark of alumni contributing. Provost Kerwin, who is acting president for the time being, has not said anything about any fundraising activities he's been involved in.

Make your fall transition mixtape before these summer hits are gone from radio airplay

Boy Least Likely To - "Be Gentle With Me" This is the first track from their debut album, "The Best Party Ever," and the line put forth with the most feeling is "If I wasn't so happy, I wouldn't be so scared to die." Before choosing those words as a life mantra, remember D.

Tech bits

California Senate passes violent games bill The California Senate passed a bill on Thursday that would make it illegal for retailers in California to sell violent videogames to minors under the age of 18. Violent games will be labeled with 2-inch by 2-inch white stickers with a large black number "18.

Police blotter

Monday, Sept. 5 A student in Letts Hall reported that two individuals urinated on her door. Public Safety canvassed the area, and made contact with one of the individuals. He was barred from campus property. An AU student reported a hit and run on the Hamilton Roadway.

'Passion' worth the trip

The only thing Queen Elizabeth I, Hitler and Ronald Reagan have in common is that they are all played by the same man in Sarah Ruhl's "Passion Play, a cycle." Now until Oct. 16, Arena Stage runs the world premier of the play, which presents three separate productions of the Passion Play - a dramatization of Roman Catholic liturgy - over a 400-year period.