Hit On: never enough words to satisfy the mavenry

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Jeffrey McQuain's new book `Never Enough Words' explores English language etymology and how Americans managed to coin various phrases that expanded British terminology. Etymologist Gerald Cohen, also, is an expert in tracing various slang expressions, some of which are difficult to find in their original meanings.

Column, English language, Terminology

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Jackie Chan, American action hero?

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Jackie Chan left the shadow of star Bruce Lee and made a career in action comedy films that are wildly successful in Asia. With his new film 'Rumble' set in NYC, Chan will try to repeat his popularity with American moviegoers. Chan's caring ways for the public and his crews, are discussed.

Biography, Interview, Hong Kong, Personalities, Actors, Motion picture actors and actresses, Movie actors, Comedy films, Comedy movies, Motion pictures, Hong Kong, Hong Kong movies, Chan, Jackie

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Freedom and equality

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The growing disparity between the rich and poor in the US is undermining the twin principles of freedom and equality. The two are interdependent, for when a social stratification occurs, the privileged often defend themselves by repressing the impoverished.

Social aspects, Economic aspects, Poverty, Social classes, Social class, Equality, Transcript

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