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Sin Taxes

Paying off Debt with Vice

As the national debt plunges past $12.3 trillion and states face budget deficits totaling $47.4 billion, federal and state governments are struggling to cut costs and find new revenue streams. These financial woes, combined with health and environmental activism, are provoking federal and state governments to cash in on Americans’ bad habits—governments are proposing and increasing so-called “sin taxes” on goods from shopping bags to soft-drinks to marijuana.

Welcome to Scientology!

A Peek Into a 20th Century Phenomenon

After passing under the grand archway and through the large glass doors, a young woman sitting at the information desk promptly greets you.  “Hello. Welcome to the Church of Scientology. How can I help you?”

Arts and Entertainment

Tour-de-Food: Baking Bash

Everyone was asked to bring a quickbread to share with the group. Between generous mouthfuls of moist, dense and flavorful creations, we shared our feelings about the art of baking.

 

Too Old to Rock?

The Perils of Aging Musician

  Sometimes older musicians lose what made them great in their prime and their live performances can suffer.

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The Indy Suggests

A look at what is going on in the District this month.

3D TVs

“Avatar” Comes Home

The entertainment industry is about to take a giant new leap—into the third dimension. 3D films have been around for decades, but recent advancements in technology that gave rise to films such as “Avatar” and “Up” have spurred a wave of investment in the development of 3D televisions. 1 comment

Commentary

Great Wall

Olympic Memories: The Great Wall that United Us

The Great Wall is usually a pretty crowded place, but during the Beijing Olympics, it was especially packed. I was there one day with my friends when it started pouring rain. We didn’t get a spot under a shelter, and with only one umbrella for three 18-year olds, we didn’t stay all that dry.

Michael Phelps

Olympic Memories: Smells Like Teen Spirit

Michael Phelps’ quest for eight gold medals at the Beijing Olympics was easily the most gripping sports saga I’ve ever watched, but my favorite race was the men’s 4 x 100 free relay. I love a little teamwork, so I was already primed to enjoy the race.

Shawn Johnson

Olympic Memories: For the Love of S.J.

I spent a good part of the end of my senior summer watching the US women’s gymnastics team and having debates over my favorite gymnast. “Shawn or Nastia?” became a constant topic of debate among my friends. I was firmly entrenched in the Shawn Johnson camp for a few important reasons.

Badminton

Olympic Memories: We Put the Bad in Badminton

The 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens introduced my parents, two younger brothers and me to the glory and hilarity that is badminton. By chance (or fate if you ask my mom), we stumbled upon the women’s singles gold medal match featuring China’s Zhang Ning against the Netherlands’ Mia Audina.

Rob in China

Olympic Memories: Making It Rain in Beijing

Studying abroad in Beijing during the 2008 Olympics was an unbelievable experience filled with excitement, hilarious cultural differences and occasional frustrations. It was my first time in China, and I arrived a month and a half before the games began.

DCPS

Reforming America's Schools

Growing up in a small town on the Mexican border, you learn to value the little things in life. As the son of two teachers, I realized that there was nothing more important in the life of our little town than those quietly crafted interpersonal relations that form the landscape of education.

Ben Linus

Smoke Monster + Polar Bear + Time Travel > Jack Bauer

I have to be honest; I was uncertain whether I’d want to take part in this point/counterpoint. This isn’t because I’m not a fan of “Lost,” but rather because I like a challenge. To me, this is just playing tee ball. Proving that “Lost” is better than “24” is like arguing that beer is better than a Shirley Temple.

Jack Bauer

"Lost," You've Lost Me

So it’s Monday night and after a long day back in school mode, you can’t quite face the idea of doing hours of work. Luckily, you don’t have to. Jack Bauer does the work for you (well not your work—I mean he could, if he wasn’t busy fighting terrorism) while you get to sit back and realize that perhaps your life isn’t quite as stressful as you thought.