2008 Woodie Awards
Death of Australian languages reflects colonial legacy
Traditional Aboriginal Australia has been labeled as containing the most endangered languages. Tribe-specific languages are disappearing at an alarming rate and may have greater implications for traditional cultures including furthered assimilation and loss of ancient tradition.
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Universities reject funding from tobacco companies
Many universities have decided to ban contributions from tobacco companies. Proponents of the ban believe that denying any involvement in research will prevent the chance of tobacco companies censoring or altering results. Others say medical research should be funded in any legal way possible and tobacco companies provide great funds without asking for any rights to the research.…
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Yachting Club geek-fest rocks Dana
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Hollywood writers' strike comes to an end
Fans of popular shows like Grey's Anatomy, The Office, Desperate Housewives and Lost are sitting at the edge of their couches, waiting for new episodes, as the Hollywood writers' strike comes to an end.
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