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Polvo back in the Cradle

As the four members of Polvo took to the Cat’s Cradle stage for the first time in a decade Saturday night, the clock at stage left—glowing a piercing blue against the dark venue—read 11:37 p.m. • Read our Live Review As Polvo’s anticipated Cat’s Cradle show approached on Saturday, the sun hanging heavily over the […]

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Sit-in trouble

On May 2, the 16th day of their sit-in over sweatshop labor used to make UNC-Chapel Hill merchandise, student protesters entered the chancellor’s office, refused to leave and were arrested. For updates, check the UNC-CH Student Action with Workers blog.

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Do-it-yourself Obama

There is a grassroots movement happening in North Carolina. Its members are promoting their favorite candidate, hitting the pavement to spread the image of their chosen one. For love or money, local Barack Obama supporters and entrepreneurs are out for you. “It’s clear that North Carolinians are excited to be a part of Sen. Obama’s […]

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Five years after shock and awe

As we mark the fifth anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq and the sad milestone of 4,000 American soldiers killed, the effects of the war are obvious and nuanced, quiet and loud. We rarely see coffins or the protests of those opposing the war. Soldiers return home to loved ones, while others contemplate their […]

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