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When Brooklyn-based TV on the Radio released 2004's epic "Desperate Youth, Bloodthirsty Babes" they stunned audiences and critics alike with their unbridled sonic breadth and shrewd socially conscious lyrics, earning them a much-coveted Shortlist Music Prize that year.

The ensemble-driven 'Last Kiss' echoes 'Garden State', but all grown up

Having a beautiful girlfriend, a fantastic job, and a baby on the way may be the ideal life for many 29-year-old men. But for Michael, the central character in "The Last Kiss," this good fortune seems too absolute, and doubt about his future occupies his mind.

Musical '1776' declares independence

The setting: an unpopular war, high taxes, not to mention sharply divided political parties as well as debates over privacy, imprisonment without trial, and freedom of the press. Sound familiar? Shockingly, this is not a list of current political debates, but rather the main themes that permeate Sherman Edwards' "1776."

Top Ten: Siblings in the World of Sports

The mantra "anything you can do, I can do better" is never more apt than when it comes to rivalries between siblings. But shine the spotlight of professional sports on that competition, and things really get exciting. So in that tradition, the Daily presents our Top Ten sibling sports rivalries. Nothing like finally making mom and dad decide who they love more...

Fries aren't the only thing we've borrowed from France

For people all around the world, Paris represents a cultural center for art, music, theater and marked the birthplace of some of the most influential thinkers and creators in our history.

Tufts comes out in top 20 schools for gay students

Recognized for its continued support of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transsexual (LGBT) students, Tufts was named one of the most gay-friendly campuses in a ranking released last month.

Women's cross country | Off and running: 2006 Jumbos finish first at Conn. Coll. Invite

If the goal of a cross country team is to steadily improve throughout the season, the Tufts women may have a tough task ahead of them.

Tufts rockers play Hotung for good cause

Hotung Cafe probably isn't the place you imagine yourself hanging out on a social night. Sandwiches to-go are not usually cause for a party.

Men's cross country | Tufts starts 2006 season on the right foot, take sixth place at Conn.

On the kind of day that showcased the New England fall in all its glory, the men's cross country team had something to celebrate.

Inside the NFL | Season opens with a flourish

For many teams, the first week of the football season marked the beginning of a new era. But as the old adage goes, old habits die hard.

Who wants to be Mass. governor?

Tufts students representing the three Massachusetts Democratic gubernatorial candidates staged a mock debate in Braker Auditorium last night, touching on a host of issues from education to their respective candidate's qualifications for the office.

A year later, Katrina's over, but the storm is not

Tree frogs and roaches are now living where Tufts junior Rebecca Abbott's house once stood before it was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.

Kutcher gets NESCAC Player of the Week honors

Sophomore Marlee Kutcher had a pretty good week.

Man Man and Asobi Seksu to hit Oxfam

Seeing mismatched musicians on the same bill is usually a bit jarring. The fans of these bands tend not to cross-pollinate: Many of them don't even like each other. And inviting them to the same venue at the same time can make for tension amongst the audience and performers, not to mention a general bummer of a live show.

Saying 'sayonara' to spam

"A lot has happened here in the last three months," said Dawn Irish, Manager of Information Technology Services (ITS) training.

Seeing a lifetime of poverty in one hour

"Two dollars! Do you know how much I paid for this?" "Can you hurry up; I have to get to work!" "Please, I have kids to feed!"

Ex-Senators become Trustee representatives

The new student representatives to the Board of Trustees were chosen by the TCU Senate last night.

Young Jumbos lead the charge in win

For all the returning talent on the field hockey team, it was the younger half of the roster that led the Jumbos to a 4-1 opening-day victory over Colby at home on Saturday.

Remembering 9/11