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Editorials

STAFF EDIT: MBTA safety in the red

When even Boston University students –– who are inarguably among the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s most critical bunch – are in favor of fare hikes for safer service, something is fundamentally wrong with the service’s fiscal priorities.

Interrobang

Former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin is making the media rounds this week to promote her memoir, “Going Rogue.” So, we here at the ol’ Free Press decided to do some research of our own and found a collection of soon-to-be-released novels you can enjoy by the fireplace.

Guest Perspectives

Let them eat steak

For all you vegan, veg-head, meat-less munchers out there, allow me to free you from the shackles of sympathy. Eat your meat, because if you don’t . . . it might just eat you first.

All worked up

The past two years have been statistically disastrous for student employment. I have heard stories of job loss and rejection more painful than the thought of a prostate exam. My peers fight neck-in-neck for internships that might look good on grad school applications.

O, Canada

Did you ever wonder where the Boston Christmas tree in the Common comes from? It comes from where I come from - Canada. Halifax, Nova Scotia, to be more precise. It’s on the East Coast, sitting in the ocean, a little peninsula that boasts the second largest natural harbor in the world second to Sydney, Australia.

Weekly Columnists

GLANDER, FORSTER AND SAUER: Nancies on the rocks

Whenever my friends go clubbing, I’m left out because I’m not 21. Do you support the use of fake IDs? If so, do you know where can I get one?

MAOUYO: Call a 12-step, please

I, if nothing else, am a coffee snob. Seriously. I have an espresso/cappuccino machine and a drip coffee machine and I grind my own beans every time I make coffee. (I still don’t have a French press, but let’s not go there.)

KIRLAND: The Feminine Delight Model

I’ve got to come clean. I’m not the manly man I may appear to be. Once the guys who know me stop laughing at that last sentence, I ask them to question their own manliness. Look at your own life for a quick second and if you can tell me honestly that you don’t have any feminine delights, please stop reading this column, because I will be embarrassed.

Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Where are you?

Boston University students, where are you? Are you sitting in class? Are you sitting on the T? Are you lounging in the Franklin Lounge at Towers? One thing I know for sure is that you probably are not registering to vote. And that is a huge problem.

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‘Short American Century’ result of WWII strategies, scholar says

The strategic doctrine of the United States during World War II played an important role in determining how the country ultimately progressed through the rest of the century as a major world power, a professor said Wednesday. Full story

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Jewish students receive genetic screenings

Genetic screening is helpful for determining potential diseases, students and doctors said at a clinic at Boston University’s Hillel House Wednesday. Full story

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Prof. recalls Depression in memoir

An autobiographer illuminated intimate details of life in the Depression era at a book signing for his new memoir Wednesday. Full story

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Comm. Ave. Clampdown

Women’s hockey avenges an early season loss to its rival with a victory at Conte Forum

The No. 8 Boston University women’s hockey team got revenge against Boston College Wednesday night, defeating its rival 4-0 at Conte Forum. Full story

Globe remains optimistic despite financial woes

Despite recent financial difficulties, including nearly being sold by its parent company in October, there is still hope for The Boston Globe’s future, officials said Thursday.

BU and UNH seek consistency in weekend pair

In a typical season, a Boston University-University of New Hampshire men’s hockey matchup is a showcase of two national powerhouses. But this weekend’s home-and-home between the Terriers and Wildcats, which kicks off tonight at the Whittemore Center in Durham, is a meeting of two unranked clubs loitering below the .500 mark.

Women’s basketball looks to stay on track against St. John’s

After a dominating defensive performance in its home opener, the Boston University women’s basketball team takes to the road again, looking to string together a few wins.

Students say they would pay more for safer T

In light of a recent report detailing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s increasing financial woes and pressing safety concerns on its subway system, many Boston University students said they would be willing to pay a higher fare if it would help make the T safer.