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One man's passion for astronomy created a worldwide community of stargazers. But now the darkness he loves has taken on another meaning. Story
[Times photo: Carlton Ward Jr.]
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Friend or foe: the news media under seige
Can open coverage of news undermine the war on terrorism? Some citizens think so, but others see few ways in which accurate reporting could aid an enemy.
Sunday Journal: A sacred plant, a new start
When I asked my father if he wanted to shoot down some mistletoe on Christmas Eve, he seemed confused. "Really, Dad," I stammered over the phone, "it grows in live oak and pecan trees." Slowly he came to love the idea. My parents live in suburban Connecticut. It never occurred to them that mistletoe actually grows somewhere, much less that you could gather it yourself.
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Sugarplums, a few lumps of coal, one serving of Hanukkah and a recipe for stuffing: All tastes are served in this year's holiday CD smorgasbord. Story
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Shakespeare sings
The Broadway revival of Kiss Me, Kate comes to Tampa, promising musical theater that's fast-paced, witty and fun.
Brilliance among the pacesetters
Jacqueline Lamba emerged from the wings of the surrealist scene, her unfolding artistry eventually blossoming into her own light-filled style.
Arts Talk
Opera on radio resumes from the Met
Classical Files
DAPONTE STRING QUARTET; BEETHOVEN STRING QUARTETS OPUS 18 (available at www.daponte.org) Given today's climate of anxiety, it is hardly surprising that some seek solace in the cool rationality of late 18th century music. The baroque concept of musical dialogue was cultivated and raised to new levels in the music of Mozart, Haydn and especially Beethoven.
