February 2008
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Panel: no quick end to conflict in Israel
The bitter and violent conflict between Jews and Palestinians will never be resolved until both sides stop teaching hatred to younger generations, a panel of Jewish and Palestinian students said Thursday. The panel, consisting...
Students call on Khator to sign DSP
UH Students Against Sweatshops members made another trip to UH President Renu Khator's office, only to find that she was in a meeting with administration officials in another part of the University when they...
Michelle Obama says husband’s unique experience goes unsung
The bar has been set too high for many Americans, but hope is possible when people are willing to compromise and make the necessary changes to the system, Michelle Obama said Monday. "It seems...
Romantic comedy a foolish mistake
The only thing more flawed than Matthew McConaughey's abs is the movie Fool's Gold. McConaughey reunites with Kate Hudson to bring another predictable romantic comedy to the screen. McConaughey's role as Ben "Finn"...
Couch Potato: Television return in fine form
We are clearly entering a new era of television. The formerly striking writers have not only redefined their terms and proven to the world that they are a force to be reckoned with, they...
Diary of the Dead’ done to death
George Romero practically invented the genre of the American zombie movie, and with his latest film Diary of the Dead, he is killing it for good. To say Romero lost a step is an...
Players step up to stop rival Rice
Sophomore and junior guards Kelvin Lewis and DaShaun Williams didn't play much last season, but when called upon this season, they have answered. Lewis enjoyed his best game as a collegiate in the 71-62...
Houston beats Pacific in first season series
UH senior outfielder Jake Stewart sprinted around the base-paths and raised his arms in triumph, but he barely passed second base before being mobbed by his teammates. Perhaps the only thing missing from the...
Cougars sweep tournament with home runs, strikeouts
In the Houston Marriot Classic at Cougar Softball Stadium, the UH softball team swept the tournament and set a new school record for consecutive wins with 14. In Sunday's finale, senior pitcher Angel Shamblin...
Houston trounces Rice in home win
The Cougars ran into another challenge in their quest to reach the NCAA Tournament in Saturday's game against Conference USA rival Rice, but they were ready for it this time. The Cougars needed a...