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Online radio station decodes musical genes

By John Grooms | November 20

Music is a complex science. Like a set of DNA, music is composed of its own genes. Components of music such as rhythm, tonality, instrumentation and vocal style are essentially the traits that create a song or artist's effect on our ears. One type of music may be appealing to one person but revolting to another.

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Raskin: Students must know rights

By Bill Debaun | November 20

Citizens must understand and exercise their constitutional freedoms, said Washington College of Law Professor Jamin Raskin at the Kennedy Political Union's seventh installment of its Finest Faculty lecture series Thursday. Raskin, a newly elected Maryland state senator, teaches courses on constitutional and international economic law at the WCL.

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Campus shows 'Big Love' for AU Players production

By Vanessa C. Mueller | November 20

The AU Players, much like their latest production "Big Love," have changed dramatically under the watchful eye and strong encouragement of Executive Director Anne Veal, a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences. They have moved from a few scattered and relatively unprofessional performances a year to a student-run theater powerhouse producing as many as five shows a semester.

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Top 10: Reasons to be excited for Thanksgiving

November 20

1. Food. Thanksgiving is not only a cornucopia of fun. It's also a cornucopia of food. Of course we all know and love the 25-pound turkey that comes with dinner, but let's give some respect to its supporting cast. From stuffing to cranberry sauce to mashed taters, all the food works together to supply the world with a meal fit for a king or queen.

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Sports

Women's hoops drops two, falls to 1-3 on season

By Justin Hall | November 20

The AU women's basketball team lost both of their games this weekend, falling at home to Towson 69-57 following a 71-59 road loss to Delaware on Friday. With the losses, the Eagles are now in the midst of a three game losing streak following their season opening victory over Fordham.

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Volleyball wins sixth straight PL tournament

By Erin Keaveney | November 20

Led by a strong attack and dominating court presence, the AU women's volleyball team won their sixth straight Patriot League championship title on Saturday night, defeating Bucknell in three straight sets - 30-22, 30-21 and 30-20. The Eagles looked nervous early in the first match, falling into an early 2-0 hole before regaining their composure and control of the game.

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Local Mid City Artists showcase artwork

November 20

Mid City Artists' Open Studios Weekend Last weekend, over 30 local artists opened their studios to the public to show and sell their latest work. These Mid City Artists are a diverse and extremely talented group centered in the Dupont Circle area. Eagle writers visited some of the studios to describe highlights of the show.

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French cuisine offers vacation from studying

By Miro Nikolov | November 20

I don't think that you have to live in Paris for years to experience "the Paris effect." The often overwhelming size of the city, the countless monuments and attractions and the unique feel of each "arrondissement" (district) combine to give one the impression that Paris is its own little country.

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Sports

CSTV promotes involvement, interest in AU athletic events

By Erin Keaveney | November 20

Since partnering with American University this past summer, College Sports Television (CSTV) has helped promote the university's athletic programs through a series of student-run broadcasts on the school's athletic Web site. Visitors to the revamped Web site, www.

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Estevez comeback flops

By Sean Silbert | November 20

It's not difficult to see "Bobby," an ensemble piece set in the Ambassador Hotel circa 1968, as a case study in false advertising. A soggy ode to a politician that director Emilio Estevez clearly regards as the second coming, the movie is more a series of fluffy skits starring half of Hollywood.

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Opinion

Democrats: Please (don't) screw up

By Caleb Enerson | November 20

For the first time since 1994, the Democrats have control of not one but both Houses of Congress. They have already announced several goals for the next two years, such as raising the minimum wage, discussing a timetable for leaving Iraq and lowering prescription drug prices for people on Medicare.

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National briefs

By Jimm Phillips | November 20

12 dead after nationwide severe weather outbreak Severe weather killed 12 people over a three-day period last week as a storm system swept from the South to the Northeast, according to the Associated Press. One of the hardest-hit areas was in Riegelwood, N.

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Craig plays ace Bond in gritty 'Casino Royale'

By Chris Patriquin | November 20

This isn't your parents' James Bond. Hell, this isn't even our Bond. "Casino Royale" sets a new standard for the series, one that sets aside the gadgets and overuse of multiple-entendres. Instead, the film focuses on character development and plotting, although there are plenty of pithy comments, incredibly gorgeous women and spectacular chase sequences to go around.

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Dems plan to slash student loan rates

By Peggy Wu | November 20

With control of the House and Senate, Democrats plan to make college more affordable by cutting the interest rate on student loans in half, raising the tax deductibility of college tuition and increasing the Pell Grant's maximum amount, which would affect students across the country, including those at AU.

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APO aids area for 24 hours on 'D-Day'

By Allison Young | November 20

Alpha Phi Omega's second annual Do Your Service Day, dedicated to community service projects such as the Help the Homeless Walk, planting trees in Crestwood Park and the Miss Wheelchair D.C. Pageant, began on Friday night and lasted through Sunday morning.

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Opinion

OP-ED: How Far Along is North Korea's Nuclear Program?

By Cass Lam | November 20

The U.S. government and Central Intelligence Agency claimed North Korea might be able to finish reprocessing its nuclear fuel and would eventually produce a 50 megawatt-electric reactor by 2008, but some international scientists and non-governmental organizations questioned this claim, saying there is a lack of evidence of North Korea's construction of the 50-megawatt-electric reactor activities.

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Public voices opinion on future Mall renovations

By Jimm Phillips | November 20

Speakers and audience members highlighted ways the facilities and appearance of the National Mall can be improved at a National Park Service-sponsored symposium Wednesday, addressing the lack of restrooms and the deterioration of the Mall's lawns. "We're all here today because this is important to our citizens, our nation and to the National Park Service," said Vikki Keys, National Mall and Memorial Parks superintendent.

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