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Rangers snap Gators
Rangers win two out of three games in weekend doubleheader.
The Rangers rounded up the Gators of the University of Houston-Downtown in a defeat 4-3 March 26 at San Antonio Independent School District Sports Complex, at 1000 Edwards. The Rangers started the doubleheader game strong, striking out the first th…
Hispanic history is being erased, ‘Beyond the Alamo’ author says
By: Julysa Sosa
More than 2,000 men died in the Battle of Medina, the bloodiest single battle in the history of Texas. ‘But do we hear about the Battle of Medina?’ Dr. Ra and uacute;l Ramos, associate professor at the University of Houston, asked Sept. 17.
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Religion does not belong in school
By: David Brooks
While President Barack Obama and Congress usually draw the nation’s political headlines, a campaign to destroy education standards in our country has been lurking in the shadows. This movement started in Texas, spawned from the efforts of an evangel…
Obama’s key to second term: unify Washington
By: Andrew Taylor
President Barack Obama’s approval rating has taken a hit over the past week. According to a Rasmussen poll released Monday, Obama’s total approval rating was at 45 percent, compared to a 54 percent rating of total disapproval. Presidents are j…
Dalai Lama unveils different kind of follower
By: Cougar Editorial Board
Many people use social networking Web sites as a means of keeping friends apprised of what movie they’re watching or how their Arby’s Beef ‘n Cheddar tastes. Now, it seems such Web sites may be used to serve a higher purpose. The Dalai L…
FASHION WEEK: ‘Au Revoir, Bryant Park … Bonjour, Lincoln Center!’
By: Jarrod Klawinsky
Those who condemn fashion have their reasons; at its worst, it is pretentious, objectifies beauty and, at times oblivious of reality. Fashion is the schizophrenic child of Pandora, and four times a year, it is destroyed and reinvented. Yet, it is at this …
FASHION WEEK: Naomi’s still got it
By: Jarrod Klawinsky
Naomi Campbell aligned the stars Feb.
PHOTO GALLERY: Trends in the Tents
By: Jarrod Klawinsky
Although everyone complained about the snow up to the knees, the fun comes after editors pour over a hundred runway shows to decipher the trends for the upcoming season. Lucky we were there to help the discerning fashionista. Unlike last season with the n…
FASHION WEEK: 30 Seconds with Eric Jennings
By: Jarrod Klawinsky
Jarrod Klawinsky sat down with Eric Jennings, vice president of Saks Fifth Avenue, while in New York. Here’s a excerpt from the interview: Biggest trend(s) for men? Your favorite? Fair isle knits, shawl colors, toggles, and boots. My favorite would …
Senator pushes conservative agenda
By: Joshua Malone
Hutchison says her right-wing credentials take ‘back seat to no one’
Republican U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison does not hesitate to reveal a list of what she considers failures in Rick Perry’s tenure as governor. “Rick Perry raised billions in taxes on Texas businesses, tried to mandate HPV vaccines for youn…
UH won’t be poll site for approaching primary
By: Jessica Traylor
Changes expected to influence student voting
The March 2 Texas statewide primary is fast approaching, and whether UH students will vote in large numbers remains an issue.
Former Black Panther Party member gives lecture at UH
By: Paulette Ehmer
Activist shares stories, offers insight on social justice
Former political prisoner and Black Panther Ashanti Alston drew in a diverse crowd Wednesday at the University Center.
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