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Bono needs help ‘on the horizon’

By Dale Mundt | Mar. 3, 2009

Sunday's New York Times featured an interview with U2. On the eve of the release of their twelfth studio album, No Line On The Horizon, the article focused on the band's struggle to maintain legitimacy in the face of their own 30-plus year history, the political associations of their lead singer and the commercial culture of the music today. Unsurprisingly, U2 turns out to be the hero of this story, valiantly making great music in the face of insurmountable cultural odds, all while staying true to their roots.

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Sophomore big men Nankivil, Leuer step up for UW

By Justin Dean | Mar. 3, 2009

Wisconsin sophomore forwards Keaton Nankivil and Jon Leuer have fill big shoes for the Badgers this season.

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Report: spending on corrections climbs

By Megan Orear | Mar. 3, 2009

A study released Monday by the Pew Research Center reveals a sharp increase in Americans who are behind bars or on probation or parole and a rising cost of correctional programs to states.

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Get funky for free

By Claire Wiese | Mar. 3, 2009

New UW dance group Freestyle Funk Sessions brings the art of freestyle dancing to campus'

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Layne’s 50-year curse beginning to lift

By Andy Van Sistine | Mar. 3, 2009

Back in November, a month before the end of the NFL's regular season, I wrote about the Detroit Lions and their march towards infamy as the only team to ever accrue a 0-16 record in the NFL. As we all know, they proceeded to lose their remaining games last season, securing their place in history as the shame of the football nation and the only team to ever end a 16-game season without a win.

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CAN holds teach-in, stresses need for change in Middle East

By Kayla Torgerson | Mar. 3, 2009

The Campus Antiwar Network hosted several speakers at a teach-in Monday to discuss the need for troop withdrawal from the Middle East.

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UW’s defense remains strong

By Scott Kellogg | Mar. 3, 2009

Wisconsin head coach Bo Ryan addressed the media Monday, one day after his team's 60-55 victory over Michigan. Much of the discussion revolved around Wisconsin's success and emphasis on defense this season.

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Constitution rejection means ASM has more work to do

By Jamie Stark | Mar. 3, 2009

Voters spoke their mind on the constitution ,but ASM is important and needs to attract more student involvement.

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Philosopher promotes evolutionary reflection

By Daily Cardinal Staff and Beth Pickhard | Mar. 3, 2009

Daniel Dennett spoke about the evolutionary process in his presentation Monday at the Wisconsin Union Theater.

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Faculty Senate reviews budget effects on salaries, tuition

By Brandice Altfillisch | Mar. 3, 2009

The UW-Madison Faculty Senate reviewed Gov. Jim Doyle's recent budget proposal and its effect on tuition and faculty salaries Monday.

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Man arrested for beating 22-year-old

By The Daily Cardinal | Mar. 3, 2009

A Madison man was arrested Friday after allegedly beating a 22-year-old man the previous Tuesday.

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Mayor Cieslewicz endorses Eagon for Common Council seat

By Caitlin Gath and Liz Puibello | Mar. 3, 2009

Mayor Dave Cieslewicz endorsed District 8 candidate Bryon Eagon Monday.

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It’s time to seriously question Dante’s logic

By Bob Spoerl and Kiera Wiatrak | Mar. 3, 2009

A few months ago, after a particularly lengthy phone conversation with a sexually frustrated friend, I decided her exploits would be the perfect ice breaker while driving with my brother on the way to lunch. I knew he'd listen because, well, I was driving, and everyone realizes my driving is a delicate state deserving of the utmost respect and fear.

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Vendor move is for the best

By The Daily Cardinal | Mar. 3, 2009

Street vendors moving from Frances to State Street would promote a safer environment for customers and residents.

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Back to Ridder: Wisconsin sweeps OSU to advance

By Brandon Storlie | Mar. 2, 2009

The Wisconsin women's hockey team crushed Ohio State 7-0 and 4-1 to earn a spot in the WCHA semi-finals next weekend.

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The defense rests

By Matt Fox | Mar. 2, 2009

The Badger men's Basketball team survived a pair of run from Michigan to prevail 60-55. Three Badgers reached double figures in scoring.

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Students receive tips on handling future financial issues

By Grace Kim | Mar. 2, 2009

UW-Madison students received important financial tips at a seminar hosted by the Wisconsin Alumni Student Board Saturday.

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Government aids wrong people in housing mess

By Cole Wenzel and Meghan Chua | Mar. 2, 2009

The recent financial woes of the Big Three are their fault, and government should not reward them for their own mistakes.

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Taxi stand returns to University Ave. after receiving donation

By Abby Sears | Mar. 2, 2009

A taxi stand in on University Avenue downtown will be running after receiving a grant from a private donor.

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Basketball tourney raises hundreds for Special Olympics

By D.J. Nogalski | Mar. 2, 2009

University ambassadors for Chicago 2016 raised over $300 dollars in proceeds for the USA Special Olympics Saturday.