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The sports idols that rock my world

By Nate Carey | Oct. 11, 2007

Sports editor Nate Carey talks about the athletic figures that he has admired for most of his young life.

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Grand ole' Thompson hardly the GOP 'savior'

By Erik Opsal | Oct. 11, 2007

Since he entered the race in September, Thompson has failed miserably to whip up the frenzy so many republicans expected of him.

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Women's soccer prepares for battle versus Loyola

By Crystal Crowns | Oct. 11, 2007

After defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes the Badgers go for two in a row at home.

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Children's books warrant more respect from literature lovers

By Anna Williams | Oct. 11, 2007

Children's books have deigned upon by the literature elitists, and Anna Williams defends the genre's case.'

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Behind the smile: a tale of the darker side of Ronald McDonald

By Joe Lynch | Oct. 11, 2007

Joe previews a chapter of his soon-to-be released novel'

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Former director of Overture Center indicted on charges

By The Daily Cardinal and Negassi Tesfamichael | Oct. 11, 2007

Robert D'Angelo allegedly earned hundreds of thousands of dollars through private business ventures and could face up to life in jail.

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Diversity forum tackles advocacy issues

By Jack Zeller | Oct. 11, 2007

\The True Diversity"" forum convened Wednesday night, generating a debate about the upcoming visit of David Horowitz, a conservative activist and author.

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Let's Talk Nerdy

By Bill Andrews | Oct. 11, 2007

New science columnist Bill Andrews sheds a little light on the growing visibility of nerds in mainstream media'

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What ingredient is stalking in your food?

By Katie Vann | Oct. 11, 2007

A new study on the health effects of a popular sweetener raises questions about rising obesity rates in the United States'

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Police chief outlines UW campuses' security plan

By Lara Sokolowski | Oct. 11, 2007

UWPD Chief Susan Riseling, chair of the UW 2007 President's Commission on University Security, detailed plans at Memorial Union Wednesday to prevent a Virginia Tech-like incident at UW-Madison.

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Former head coach Barry Alvarez lobbies for UW Athletics at Capitol

By The Daily Cardinal | Oct. 11, 2007

Former head coach of the UW-Madison Men's Football team and current Athletics Director Barry Alvarez recently lobbied at the state Capitol, to promote a bill exempting donations to the Badger Fund from taxes.

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Memorial Library to host used book sale this weekend

By Amanda Seyer | Oct. 10, 2007

Over 15,000 donated books will be for sale this weekend.

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Doyle to convene vote on compromise budget

By Abby Becker and Charles Brace | Oct. 10, 2007

To end the ongoing budget impasse, Gov. Jim Doyle announced he would call a special session of the state legislature, to try to get a compromise"" budget bill passed. The bill is likely to pass the state Democrat-controlled Senate, but may not pass th

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Men's soccer looks to kick start offense early against rival UWM

By Kathleen Bushman and Royston Sim | Oct. 10, 2007

After back-to-back shutout losses, the UW men's soccer team will try to rebound versus their in-state rival.

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Mother Teresa shows questioning parts of life is OK

By Matt Jividen | Oct. 10, 2007

Mother Teresa's letters were published, showing that she questioned her religion; this proves it's a natural part of life to question.

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Never be afraid to tell the fat, ugly truth

By Ashley Spencer | Oct. 10, 2007

Ashley says what's on her mind, and expects the same out of you.'

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Lane pulls off 'fierce' acting in mediocre film

By Meg Anderson | Oct. 10, 2007

'Fierce People' is an overly complicated film that fails at being a thought-provoking work of art.'

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Students launch Facebook food delivery service

By Marly Schuman | Oct. 10, 2007

Three UW-Madison students created the service through a Facebook application process.

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Men's, women's cross country face national challenge

By Scott Allen | Oct. 10, 2007

Wisconsin runners will test their endurance against some of the top teams in the country at the Pre-Nationals.

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City budget talks continue, Madison Metro makes its case

Oct. 10, 2007

The Board of Estimates met again last night to work out ongoing issues for the city's 2008 operating budget.