point/counterpoint: OBJECTIVE VS. SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION

Article Abstract:

Steve Guttenberg, an audio retailer, and Mark Block, a film editor, disagree over whether people can really hear the difference between a high quality stereo system and a lower quality system. They discuss in detail all the components that make up a given sound recording, how that sound recording is replayed, and the listeners' experience of that sound recording.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Public opinion, Audio equipment, Sound recording and reproduction, Block, Mark, Guttenberg, Steve

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Memories of Nureyev

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Rudolf Nureyev's life was consumed with dancing, and his courageous defection from Russia in 1961 was prompted by a desire for freedom. Nureyev pioneered the elongated body stretch into dance movement, and was much copied. He is remembered for his generosity of spirit in wanting to share his talent.

Biography, Interview, Dancers, Baryshnikov, Mikhail, Nureyev, Rudolf

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On the lam, who made thee? Who knows, but when you get off it, you'll have to face the music

Article Abstract:

The phrase 'on the lam' signifies someone running away or hiding from law enforcement. One theory relates it to a meaning for 'lamming', to strike or smite. Hence, to avoid being smitten, one 'lams'.

Analysis, Column, English language, Slang, Etymology

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