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Vol XXXIIII No. 59

Tuesday, November 30, 1999

Desperate for control

      The stress on Notre Dame students is overwhelming. Papers, tests and commuter programs. Volunteering, sports and relationships. Having control over even one aspect of life is an accomplishment. Unfortunately, for approximately 10 percent of the student population, this "control" is causing harm and even permanent damage to their bodies. On the national level more than 5 million Americans suffer from eating disorders — 5 percent of adolescent and adult women, and ... [more]
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Football is choreographed savagery
      AUSTIN, Texas — Knowing the origins of football explains a lot about its karma. A millennium ago, when camp dogs fought over the scraps of an ancient huntsman's kill, children thrilled by the vicious spectacle would ape the wrestling beasts. As ... [more]
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Doherty suffers first two career losses in NIT
      After leading Notre Dame to its first 3-0 start since 1988, Matt Doherty suffered his first loss as a head coach. And it hurt. But he wanted it that way. "It hurts. You can't go undefeated for your coaching career, but ... [more]
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Another DMB album is just 'too much'
      Most bands try to put out albums once every two years or so. Some bands take even longer, trying to incorporate new sounds and styles into their music. Well consider this: Since 1997, the Dave Matthews Band has released four full-length ... [more]
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