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Getting Down to the Wire with NBC's The Apprentice - Lee or Shaun, Who Will it Be?This article tells many details of the second to last episode of this season, focusing on the strengths and pitfalls of each remaining candidate.
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Barry Bonds and Pete Rose, What is Due Them from the Game of Baseball?I came across two short blurbs from the wire reports about arguably baseball's two biggest on going headaches, Barry Bonds and Pete Rose that I just couldn't resist commenting on, although I'm not quite sure what they said this time that set me off.
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A Look at the American League CentralIf you like down-to-the-wire baseball division races, then the 2007 season in the American League Central should be right up your alley as the defending American League Champion Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Indians figure to duke it out for 162 games.
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Berlin Stories: 20 Years Since the Fall of the WallStephen Emms travels to Berlin to trace the path of the Wall, uncover personal stories about life in the GDR, and investigate the Stasi. -
New York Times Bureau Chief Defends NSA Wire-tapping StoryIn December, 2005, the New York Times decided to publish a story about wire-tapping by the NSA. The Bush adminsitration was outraged and called it a threat to national security. Here's the NY Times defense.
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The Greatest Soccer Story You've Never HeardIn June of 1950, the last-ranked team at the World Cup, the Americans, faced off against the best, the English. The results were so shocking that the world press believed it was a hoax.
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The Lowdown on Silicone Bake WareYou've all seen the infomercials, the chef raves about his new red or blue or whatever bright color bake ware that is so non stick and easy to use. But just how good is the stuff and how much is pure hype. I bought a set of the stuff and we'll see. -
3 Features that Improve the New Playstation 3 ControllerHave you ever wanted to be able to play Playstation without having to worry about tripping over the wire on the controller? The new Playstation 3 controllers, the Sixaxis Wireless Controller, have solved this problem and more.
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Simple Wire Craft Makes Hundreds of Easy Decor DesignsWire on a spool is inexpensive but can be used to add rustic touches to many items in the home. -
Make Your Own Vintage Wire Basket Out of a Coat Hangerwas in Pottery Barn the other day and fell in love with some great looking vintage wire baskets. Once I flipped the price tag the love affair quickly ended. I decided to try and make my own affordable version out of some leftover wire coat hangers. -
The Chicago Bears in 2006-07In the city of Chicago there is only one team that can bring this city together. Only the Chicago Bears can bring a city divided with baseball into a unified front.
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Types of Wire for Making JewelryThe choice of wire to use in a jewelry design can strongly affect the end result. Here's an overview of the wire materials, shapes, and sizes available.
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Live Music Venues in the Baltimore, MD. AreaCharm city has some great spots to check out music. I put a spotlight on the city's finest! -
A Belmont for the History BooksToday's Belmont Stakes was one for the record books, as Rags to Riches won, becoming the first filly in 102 years to win this race, and the first filly ever to win it at a mile and a half.
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How to Prepare Your Grill for the SummerSummer roles around every year and it seems we are never ready for the big or small BBQs everyone loves. Whether you are purchasing a new grill, or preparing your old one, there are important factors to consider in making hosting that perfect Backyard BBQ easy and fun!
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Make a Child's Photo Display from Any Wire RackGot a small wire rack? Then you've got a unique photo display for a child's room - or other room.
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American Idol Finale: David Cook Vs. David Archuleta -- Who Has the Edge?Many people predicted it, but a lot of people know that American Idol has a vast history of throwing major curveballs. The stage has been set for what is one of the most anticipated finales in the history of American Idol. -
On the Way to Watching Criminal MindsThis is a short review of the first hour of the Democratic Debate held on 4/16/08 on ABC.
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How to Replace the Microphone on an Aiptek A-HD CamcorderThe camcorder, while cheap and extremely portable, also has the worst microphone found in any HD camcorder. It is incapable of recording nearly any audio, and has extreme problems with clipping and static. This....
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The Physics of Ethernet NetworksEthernet is the current standard for small and large computer networks. Computer networks are designed so information can be passed to and from multiple computers easily and efficiently. -
Discussion of the Role of New Technology and Digital Media on FilmmakingI discuss rise of the monster and horror as a refelection of fears of change in technology. I also relate digital media representation in a post 9-11 moment. This is all related to a proposal of a new digital media of interactive comic books. -
Comparison of Storytelling in HBO's "The Wire" and Written NovelsAn essay that compares the methods of storytelling used in "The Wire" with those of written novels.
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My Interview with William Julius Wilson of When Work Disappears, the Influence for Season 2 of HBO's The WireWilliam Julius Wilson's "When Work Disappears" is the influence for Season 2 of HBO's "The Wire." -
The Wire Season One Review (No Spoilers). HBO Drama is a MUST WatchThe Wire Season One Preview (No Spoilers). The Wire is a Must Watch.
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Movie Review: The Wire Season 5The Wire from HBO is on its fifth season and brings the gritty police drama with crime, corruption and realistic stories of violence and urban warfare between a city and its citizens. -
Tray Chaney of HBO's The Wire Partners with Author Yolonda D. ColemanThe Truth You Can't BeTRAY discusses Chaney's path to stardom from age 6, the unforeseen roadblocks along the way, and the moment his life changed after the studio lights went out.
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Education in "The Wire"An article on The Wire's use of characterization to present the troubles facing inner city schools and their students.
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Morally Ambiguous Characterization in HBO's "The Wire"An essay about how "The Wire" uses moral ambiguity to depict life in the inner-city in a more realistic fashion.
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Review of The Wire FinaleA look back at the series finale of the Wire, and its sobering message for us all. Forget Survivor or American Idol. The Wire's finale was reality TV at its finest.
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"The Shame of the Nation" and "The Wire": Hope for Change in the Urban Education SystemAn essay about how "The Wire" and Jonathan Kozol's "The Shame of the Nation" show different amounts of hope to change the broken inner-city education system, and the strengthens and limitations of their arguments.
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The Wire Series Finale: Were All of the Strings Tied Together?The Wire series finale just aired; how did the show end? Was there a great conclusion or did The Wire, like The Sopranos, fall short of lofty expectations? Read this fan's take on The Wire series finale and what it meant.
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Must Watch Television: The WireWatching HBO's "The Wire" should be on your to-do list before the election.
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When the Wire Breaks - Flaws of Urban Education as Depicted in The WireThis is an examination of the HBO series The Wire, and its attempt to highlight the flaws of urban education. The paper examines the issues that make urban education a struggle and offers solutions to help engage urban students.
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Louis Althusser and "The Wire"This is an essay on Louis Althusser's views on repressive and ideological state apparatuses, and how The Wire supports his ideas.
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Realism in "The Wire"An article about how realism is used in David Simon's "The Wire," and a comparison of its realism to that of other crime dramas.
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Vic Mackey of 'The Shield' Vs. Jimmy McNulty 'The Wire'"The Shield" and "The Wire" are two critically acclaimed police dramas whose success stems from many factors, but the shows wouldn't have worked without their successful leads. This article compares and contrasts Vic Mackey and Jimmy McNulty.
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David Simon of The Wire Wins $500,000 MacArthur FellowshipDavid Simon of The Wire is granted the Genius Award. The creator and executive producer of the critically acclaimed TV drama is one of 23 individuals to be given the prize this year. -
Top Villains on the WireChoosing villains on a show like The Wire is very difficult. Every character is so complex that they do not fit easily into categories. But, here are the top villains of the show.
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The Wire's Grand FinaleThe best show on television, The Wire, broadcasts its final episode Sunday, March 9. Let's take a look.
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Why is "The Wire" so Compelling?This article talks about the TV series The Wire on HBO and what makes this show so compelling.
