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Letter Kills poised to release debut LP

By Jorge Del Pinal · Monday, July 12, 2004

Southern Californian upstarts Letter Kills, who will visit D.C. Aug. 4, bring to the scene an original style of rock that blends the influences of everyone from Guns 'N Roses to Bob Dylan.

Spree's glee is evident on 'Heavy' new album

By Daniel Longino · Monday, July 12, 2004

So, 25 guys and gals in white robes singing about the sun and how it makes them smile. Ah, the most cracked-out band in the world is back, and this time, they're not just in car commercials. The Polyphonic Spree - the best thing to come out of Texas since ... well, ever - have released their best CD.

Oh where may the Expos lay?

By Kevin Hilgers · Monday, July 12, 2004

The years of uncertainty about baseball's Montreal Expos might finally come to a head this month. The Associated Press recently reported that league officials will decide where to put the struggling franchise after the July 13 All-Star Game, and Northern Virginia and D.C. seem to be the frontrunners.

Opinion

Plenty to get involved in for the politically minded

By Elliot Smilowitz | July 12

As the home of the federal government, D.C. is the political hub of America. It comes as no surprise, then, that many students who come to AU are politically active. You certainly don't need to be politically active to have an enriching experience at AU, but if you do take an interest in politics, this is a great place to spend four years.

News

Acting in 'Menagerie' glistens

By Andrea Vazzano | July 12

Sally Field and her co-stars give audiences a fresh perspective on "The Glass Menagerie" in the Kennedy Center's production of the Tennessee Williams classic.

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Bill against file-sharing passes in Senate

By Rob Chamberlain | July 12

Congress has been working on a bill that could dramatically aid the Recording Industry Association of America in its quest to stop illegal file-sharing. The bill aims to involve the Justice Department in suing file-sharers while giving the department $2 million to fund the effort.

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WCL prof acts as delegate at Democratic Convention

By Stokely Baksh | July 12

Washington College of Law professor Jamin Raskin went to the Democratic National Convention in Boston as a John Kerry delegate elected by Democrats Abroad. He tells of his experience at the convention and his views on expatriate voting power.

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Why documentaries dominate

July 12

A multitude of documentaries, varying as widely in style as they have in subject matter, have been released in the past few years. Some credit digital filming for the explosion, while others say documentaries have become popular because people yearn for something authentic.

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Interview: 'Garden' creator connects to viewers

By Emily Zemler | July 12

Zach Braff, the star of the NBC comedy "Scrubs" and now the writer, director and actor of the film "Garden State," shares his experiences making the movie and describes how feeling lost helped him find his way in screenwriting.

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Freshman Service Experience's first student-directed year succeeds

By Stokely Baksh | July 12

With less than a week before classes begin, 545 AU freshmen have completed more than 14,000 hours of community service around the District by volunteering in landscaping, maintenance, and working with children and the elderly as part of AU's annual Freshman Service Experience, according to FSE leaders.

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Punk rockers Face to Face make final D.C. stop

By Jorge Del Pinal | July 12

20, 2004 Earlier this year, southern California punk veterans Face to Face announced their retirement. But before it was to become official, the band wanted to do one more cross-country trek. Their final tour stopped at the 9:30 club Aug. 17.

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A week without sales tax

By Anne Godlasky | July 12

There will be no sales tax on clothing, shoes, accessories and school supplies in D.C. stores from Aug. 7 to Aug. 15, the D.C. Council announced in late July.

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The best of Bethesda

By Blair Payne | July 12

While D.C. offers a wide variety of shopping, dining and social life, other areas nearby are worth a visit. Bethesda, located on the Metro's Red Line, is an upscale town that boasts an impressive milieu of restaurants.

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AU collegiate dictionary

By Blair Payne | July 12

Each college has its own set of slang words. Whether the words make fun of buildings on campus or are simply abbreviated versions of names, they're used by all. It's easy to pick AU slang, but here's a helpful guide.

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Homeland Security stays across street

By Phil Turner | July 12

The Department of Homeland Security will now permanently reside across the street from AU at the Nebraska Avenue Naval Security Complex after the passage of a House bill, which squelches the fears of D.C. Congresswoman Eleanor Homes Norton (D-D.C.) that the department would move outside the city, taking thousands of federal jobs with it.

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Music Notes - Aug. 6

July 12

Read reviews of the latest releases from Matt Pond PA, Rogue Wave and The Presidents of the United States of America, three bands that will play in D.C. before the end of August.

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Polyphonic Spree robes up for D.C. show

By Daniel Longino | July 12

Polyphonic Spree, a band with more than 20 members that don robes before going on stage, will play at the 9:30 club Monday, Aug. 16. They are touring in support of their second album, which has more depth than their first release, the Spree's trombonist said in an interview.

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Music Notes - July 30

July 12

Reviews of the latest CD releases from Lloyd Banks, Midtown, Black Dice and "Spider-Man 2."

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Health Center director soon to arrive

By Rebecca Bellville | July 12

New Student Health Center Director Daniel Bruey, who currently directs Temple University's Student Health Services, will begin work at AU Aug. 30, with no current plans of changing the center, he said.

Opinion

Convention reaction - 'Give me something concrete'

By Mike Inganamort | July 12

President of the AU College Republicans responds to the Democratic National Convention, saying, 'For four straight days I've heard about every program they oppose and every broad ideal they support.'

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