Huzma Chowdhry’s appalling commentary (4/19) was littered with half-truths and thinking at least as biased as the “Zionists” that he criticizes. Especially considering that this week there were nine innocent people killed by a Palestinian suicide bomber. Meanwhile, the newly-elected Hamas government defended the right of maniacs to carry out these attacks. This is the […]
Chowdhry's commentary factually unsound
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Zionism and the ongoing battle to live despite terrorism
As a proud alumnus of this school, I was shocked that Humza Chowdhry would be allowed to print pure virulent propaganda in this schools newspaper in the Article titled “Zionism and the ongoing Israeli terrorism” April 19, 2006. It is truly disappointing that in an age where people are trying to find common ground, and […]
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Jonah rocks a cold Monterey night
nick coury CSU Monterey Bay was built on Fort Ord military base, which was used during the Vietnam War. Many of the original buildings have been remodeled for the campus to use, as is the Black Box Cabaret, a campus cafe for music and art. The weather in Monterey last Friday night was rainy and […]
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Where have all the 'Scary Movies' gone?
Ryan Chartrand The “Scary Movie” series has been on a downward spiral ever since its comedy shifted from R-rated to PG-13 humor. With the Wayans brothers no longer aboard the writing team and only a few worthy horror movies to parody, the latest in the series, “Scary Movie 4,” should have been a complete failure. […]
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All-star cast melts down competition in 'Ice Age' sequel
Kelly Cope “Ice Age: The Meltdown” is the perfect sequel to the first “Ice Age.” With ample humor to keep audience members of all ages entertained, the film’s interactions are what make the movie worth watching. The premise is simple. The original crew of Manny, a mammoth; Sid, a sloth; Diego, a saber-tooth tiger; and […]
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Dance team brings New York to Poly
The Parsons Dance Company, an energetic, modern dance group from New York, will be performing on Sunday, April 23 at the Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre. “It’s a spunky and energetic company,” said office manager Gillian Smith. “It’s pretty interesting.” The show features 11 dancers who, according to a press release, “move fast and furious, […]
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Love, Hollywood Style
Janice Edman Anyone who has ever watched five minutes of “E!” or read a copy of Us Weekly (as my friends and I do on these dreary, rainy days) knows that the Hollywood dating scene is about as similar to ours as margarine is to butter. Sure, the basic concept is the same, but […]
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Not a typical 35-year-old mom
Daniel Gingras When I try to think of possible scenarios in which I’ll interact with a married 35-year-old woman, I always reach the same conclusion. A modest sundress-clad woman enters the living room where I’m loafing on the sofa to offer me a combination of rice-crispy treats and tang. Just this spring break aboard Royal […]
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Source says Cal Poly still has Faith in women's basketball coach
Frank Stranzl Believe in basketball coach Faith Mimnaugh ” that’s the message coming from Cal Poly’s athletic administration. On March 26, The Tribune cited sources close to the program that confirmed Mimnaugh’s rehiring. Three weeks later, no official comment has been made by Cal Poly athletics, but apparently, the report was true. A source with […]
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Swim coach dives into retirement
Frank Stranzl Rich Firman, who has coached Cal Poly’s men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs for the last 19 years, has announced his retirement. Firman, who was hired Sept. 23, 1987, said he is leaving to pursue other interests and to spend additional time with his family. “The past 19 years I have had […]
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Goodbye Fairy Tales, Hello Neo-Romanticism
Julianne Byer Prince Charming storms through the castle gates, shielded with armor and valor as his Fair Maiden bats her lashes, anxiously waiting to be whisked away into the sunset. Enter the White Stallion stage left and cue music while the words “Happily Ever After” scroll across the screen. Barf bag anyone? Or better yet, […]