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Friday, May 11, 2007
- The Bee Gees Were Profound
Plus, we can't wait for the new Idol for bands. - Rudy v. Wade
The latest chatter in cyberspace. - Petraeus to Troops: "Respect human dignity."
"What sets us apart from our enemies ... is how we behave." - Bushism of the Day
The president's accidental wit and wisdom. - Mother-Load
We wade through the Mother's Day books so you don't have to. - Blair's History
The Economist on how historians will judge Tony Blair's time in office. - Fogeys vs. Whippersnappers
A generation gap on the political Web. - Rudy's Choice
Giuliani's stand on abortion would be more courageous if he weren't always changing it. - Zombie Insurgency?
The critical buzz on 28 Weeks Later and Paul Poiret. - The Gabfest Sets a Timetable
Listen to Slate's weekly political show. - Blogging Spector
Fingernail wars. - Bushies Behaving Badly
An illustrated guide to GOP scandals. - Little Geniuses
What kind of praise do kids need to hear? - Tony Snow Plays the Flute
Will that be enough to win a battle of the bands at the National Press Club? - Dispatches From the Conrad Black Trial
The star witness for the prosecution. - Corrections
Slate's mistakes. - Bully Crap
The certified epidemic of childhood cruelty. - Piracy on the High C's
A new Broadway musical sexes up the life of Grace O'Malley. - Why Vote When You Can Bet?
Slate's guide to all the political markets. - Today's Pictures
World's best mom. - Today's Doonesbury
Tightening the ammo belt. - Today's Cartoons
Cartoonists' take on legal woes. - Higher Standards
A summary of what's in the major U.S. newspapers. - A Security Social
The Homeland's offensive squad.
Thursday, May 10, 2007
- Alberto Gonzales, Zen Master
The attorney general jiujitsus Congress with a smile. - Meet Mrs. Murdoch
Who had a critical profile of Rupert's wife, Wendi Deng, spiked? - TV Guide: Gaza Edition
What are Palestinians watching? - House Democrats Back Down
The military budget is as bloated as ever. - Stripped Blair
The latest chatter in cyberspace. - Pop Talk
Daniel Gross chats with readers on why economic bubbles are good. - Kirk Cameron Proves That God Exists
Just kidding. - Fix-the-Fray Blog
Updates on our project to repair the Slate message boards. - Mocha Zombies
28 Weeks Later reveals the horror of too much Starbucks. - The Audio Book Club on Edith Wharton
Our critics revisit The House of Mirth. - What's Next for Nigeria?
Sure, the elections were rigged, but the economic future is relatively rosy. - Defending "Extraordinary Renditions"
A CIA veteran doesn't mince words. - Back-Seat Mommy
My husband and his mother won't let me participate in raising my own children. - The Safety of Drugs
A summary of what's in the major U.S. newspapers.
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
- Mobile Pope
Is Benedict's trip to Brazil really a pilgrimage? - Rue Paul
The latest chatter in cyberspace. - The Bubble Hall of Fame
The most amazing bubble promoters of all time! 
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Why bubbles are great for the economy.- Take the Bubble Quiz
How much do you know about irrational exuberance? - In Search of a Political Mission
Are the Democrats and Bushies playing good cop/bad cop with the Iraqis? - Bushism of the Day
The president's accidental wit and wisdom. - Mean Grrrl
Is Avril Lavigne a Heather? - Literary Battle Fatigue
The Army can regulate soldiers' blogs and letters—but it shouldn't. - Bye-Bye, Blair
Why do Brits dislike the departing prime minister? - More Than Hot Dogs and Apple Pie
How The Oxford Companion to American Food and Drink falls short. - Help! Democracy Needs You
Offer ideas to fix the lousy presidential debates. - The Complete Book of Daniel
Uh, that lion's-den story doesn't end how you think it does. - Edward Hopper's Secret World
His classic American scenes hint at dark emotions. - Prescription Payments
A summary of what's in the major U.S. newspapers.
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
- Spoiling 24
Dissecting Day 6, Hour 21. - Rudy's Ferret Face-Off
An animated rendition of the mayor's famous rant. - Sopranos Final Season
Week 5: Is Paul Wolfowitz Tony Blundetto? - Eight More Reasons To Distrust Murdoch
The man has a terrible track record, you know. - All-Star Legal Aid
Why did the judge assign a high-powered lawyer to defend the D.C. madam? - The Fort Dix Six
The latest chatter in cyberspace. - Rudy in Leather and Lace
The theatrical journey of America's mayor. - Mr. Home-Wrecker Goes to Washington
Why shouldn't we judge Rudy Giuliani by his disastrous home life? - Rating Oliver Stone's New Campaign Ad
A Slate news graph survey. - Monica's Immunity
Former senior counsel to Gonzales will testify to the House. - God's Frozen People
Michael Chabon carves out a Jewish state in Alaska. - Plumber's Butt?
The right and wrong way to think about heart attacks. - Cocktail Chatter: NBA Playoffs Edition
How to fake your way through the postseason. - So, Farewell Then, Jacques Chirac
Take your scorn for the Anglo-American world with you. - "Old Woman With a Goiter"
A weekly poem, read by the author. - Let's Make a Deal
A summary of what's in the major U.S. newspapers.
Monday, May 7, 2007
- Sopranos Final Season
Week 5: Bush-Soprano Mix 'n Match! - What's a Socklike Projectile?
Hosiery from the barrel of a gun. - The Murdoch Street Journal
Not for me, thanks. - Mom Can't Clean
Iron Chef meets Martha Stewart on Perfect Housewives. - Victory for Sarko
The latest chatter in cyberspace. - I've Got The Secret
What happened when I followed the best-selling book's advice for two months. - Bushism of the Day
The president's accidental wit and wisdom. - Closet Case
The CO2 monster hiding in your wardrobe. - The Artful Roger
Another season, another reason to hate Roger Clemens. - Baby, You Can Fuel My Car
BP's catchy new gas-station ads. - Partners in Crime
Robert Dallek's new book reveals the depravity of the Nixon-Kissinger double act. - Royal Defeat
A summary of what's in the major U.S. newspapers.
Sunday, May 6, 2007
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