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...that it hires experienced archaeologists for its expeditions, and observing that only commercial archeology has the resources to carry out expensive, time-consuming exploration. As for treasure, well, thus far the only booty recovered from the Victory are two cannon, including a historically valuable 42-pounder etched with the crest of George I. But according to one contemporary newspapers account, there was ?400,000 of gold on board, not an unusual amount in a time when warships acted as the Brinks armored trucks of their...
...Unless voters learn to identify rulers beyond a family crest or party symbol, the region's leadership crisis will only feed the historical assumption that Asians are somehow ill-equipped to handle democracy. John Stuart Mill, whose writings helped gird modern democratic principles, dismissed the Indians living under British rule as "barbarian," perhaps better suited to despotic rule. The colonial assumption was that Asians were somehow not civilized enough to handle democracy...
...just to recover the energy used to make one pair of these things. At best this is an interesting toy; at worst it's another energy-wasting gizmo. The energy crisis is a very important topic. TIME should be more serious in reporting on "promising" solutions. Doug Drumheller, Cedar Crest, New Mexico...
...collegiate wear, featuring a collection of Harvard-themed items. Now, no need to get all crimson...this stuff is hardly risqué. With its new loungewear offerings, Harvard enthusiasts can really wear their hearts on their sleeves (or even on their backs or tushies); the clothes feature the Harvard crest, along with a barrage of pink hearts. Gives a new meaning to the Pink(y) and the Brain. I, for one, heart this trend. Why not infuse your sweats with style? We Harvard types love to multitask, and what better way to simultaneously put your school spirit and fashion prowess...
...addition to Gustav's 12-foot storm surge, rain has been heavy, and three rivers in Harrison County are expected to crest above flood stage tomorrow, further complicating matters. But Pollard says things went smoothly for the county thanks to good planning and a new initiative by the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, which coordinated with the state department of education to transport 539 people by school bus to shelters in Jackson, Miss. at no charge. Late on Sunday night, the county opened nine area schools, bringing the total number of sheltered residents to just over...