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Despite gains, GLBT activism still essential

08 November 2010 Brandon Baker

“Buck up, or stay in the truck.” These words of wisdom come from the infamous former governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin. Now, I’d be lying if I said she was my activist idol, but even

Tokyo lacks sane consumer market, fire safety

08 November 2010 Lee Miller

TOKYO – Now that I’ve passed the halfway point of my stay in Japan and have more time behind me than ahead, I thought I’d take some time to reflect on some things. You learn

Alcohol contents impossible to uncover

01 November 2010

Columnist Sarah Sanders tries to find what’s really in alcoholic beverages.

Assumed norms perpetuate GLBT discrimination

25 October 2010 Josh Fernandez

In his final QChat column, Josh Fernandez talks about discriminatory assumptions and norms.

‘CrackBerry’ addict shuts down connections in four-day challenge

18 October 2010 Jasmine Offor

In the second edition of “Vices,” BlackBerry addict Jasmine Offor unplugs and tries living analog.

Educate to stop bullying

11 October 2010 Brandon Baker

Society can aid gay youth by creating awareness and normalizing all sexual orientations.

Columnist finds true love in London curry

27 September 2010 Caitlin Weigel

LONDON – It’s a well-known fact the Brits aren’t exactly famous for their cuisine. With foods like “black pudding” and “spotted dick,” it’s no surprise even the locals try to steer clear of traditional British

Old-time farming no longer a reality

20 September 2010

Sarah Sanders says the USDA label has a price tag attached to its meaning.

Tea culture in London: more than dried leaves and hot water for Brits

13 September 2010 Caitlin Weigel

Columnist Caitlin Weigel offers advice on how to experience a British afternoon tea without leaving Philadelphia.

Players peddle a false love

06 September 2010 Cary Carr

In her new column, Cary Carr delves into the sketchy world of self-styled “pick-up artists.” An extremely confident – and probably not-that-attractive – guy heads in your direction. He asks you for a dance, which