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...Anyone who thinks that they should take A-37 because it is an easy course would be in for a shock," Hoffman says, noting that students should not rely on old CUE reviews, as he has changed the class--known as "Rocks for Jocks"--significantly...
...been progressing smoothly. British Prime Minister John Major issued a statement calling upon Sinn Fein to condemn the bombing and reaffirm its commitment to the peace process. TIME's London Bureau Chief Barry Hillenbrand reports: "No one really knows who the bombers are, but the bomb was a complete shock to many in the IRA's leadership, and could jeopardize the talks. There are still a lot of people who want them to continue, but this will make it much more difficult." It is possible that an IRA splinter group is trying to call a halt to the negotiations...
...that should prove to be true, the actual encounter with alien life might mark a higher stage in earthly progress, a liberation. Then theology, history, astronomy--all the strands of human thought and striving--would converge in a fusing shock of understanding that would also be a planetary self-transcendence...
...spokesperson for Queen Elizabeth II on the loss of the queen's pet flamingos to a fox. Only six of the birds were actually killed by the fox, but the seventh bird died of shock...
...rescue efforts were made very difficult by the clouds of smoke and a weak fire hydrant system. There wasn't enough water pressure to reach the higher floors in some of the buildings. The rubble also made reaching the injured difficult. The people on the street are in shock. The area that was hit is considered the best-guarded area in the city. Many prominent buildings were damaged, including some of the city's best hotels. Nobody has claimed responsibility, but it is certain that it was the Tamil rebels. We knew a major attack would happen after the government...