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San Diego Chargers free safety Rodney Harrison is currently appealing a fine handed down by the NFL and commissioner Paul Tagliabue on his hit of Oakland Raiders wide receiver Jerry Rice.

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'Cookin' At The Cookery: The Music and Times of Alberta Hunter'

Alberta Hunter's tale is as old as time, her voice as legendary as they come. Her story of love and loss, trial and triumph, and an unwavering passion for jazz, is an inspirational chapter in music history.In a production that is close to perfection, Hunter's poignant life is recalled in Studio Arena Theatre's "Cookin' At The Cookery: The Music and Times of Alberta Hunter," co-produced with Rochester's Geva Theatre.Born in 1895 in Memphis, Tenn., Hunter discovered her talent and passion for singing in church early on.

From Inside the Farmyard

I used to have an ongoing argument with my ex-girlfriend: who's schoolwork was more difficult? Engineering (hers) or acting (mine)? She actually began the whole contest when she heard me complaining one evening and said something to me along the lines of, "What the hell are you complaining for?

From Amvets to Party City - This Year's Halloween Costumes

Halloween - one of the only days of the year that full-grown adults can justify getting dressed up in a crazy outfit and going out for a night of fun and uninhibited candy eating.Many students have probably made the transition from cute costumes and trick-or-treating to house parties and hard apple cider.

Our Lady Peace Gives Mixed Performance

Maybe it is because in a recent radio interview, Our Lady Peace vocalist Raine Maida remarked that their loyal fan base would understand that the band had to make money on their new record, "Gravity." Or maybe it is because this new album is an exercise in mundane rock futility.

Taking Back the Night

Buffalo's second annual Take Back the Night, a rally against rape and sexual assault, took place on Thursday at the Delaware Park Casino, featuring a march, poetry readings, survivors' stories and a candlelight vigil."Six colleges and eleven organizations are here to unite to take a stand and to Take Back the Night," said Dennis Black, vice president of student affairs, who was at the rally to represent the university.

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Men's SoccerUB goalkeeper Brian Wozniak made six saves in a losing effort as the Bulls (6-7-1, 3-3-0 MAC) lost on the road to Akron 3-0 Friday night.

Bulls Report Card

Rushing OffenseOnly 72 yards on 24 carries (three yards per carry) for Buffalo's freshmen running back tandem, Aaron Leeper and Dave Dawson.

SWJ Hearing

During the past year, UB students have seen a number of student organizations stumble in their responsibilities; this week, the Student Wide Judiciary took its turn by embarrassing itself in front of university as well as the New York State Supreme Court.Friday, the State Supreme Court handed down a memorandum decision saying SWJ had acted inappropriately and violated a student's right to fair due process in a case that began in fall of 2000.

Natural Foods: An Organic Experience

The growing popularity of organically grown foods has led to recent legislation from the United States government, mandating research on the effects and possible benefits of eating organic.

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UBM. SoccerTues: @ Canisius, 7:30Local Pro TeamsBuffalo SabresTues: @ Vancouver, 10

Unconventional Venue Opens Downtown

A nondescript door is the only indication that Soundlab exists, cradled between Studio Arena and Shea's Performing Arts Center.

Women Power

I have been an independent woman almost since the moment I left my mother's womb, and I can't believe that there are young women out there that won't stand up for themselves and make a difference.

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Around the MAC

If the MAC's division leaders can survive for one more week, the conference will have to brace itself for the most exciting and high profile three days of regular season match-ups it has ever seen.The top two teams in the West Division - Bowling Green and Northern Illinois - and the top two teams in the East Division - Marshall and Miami (OH) - all won Saturday.Miami (4-1 MAC) stays a half-game back of Marshall (4-0) in the East.

Quality of Life in University Heights

Tempers flared Thursday night as angry University Heights residents confronted UB administrators, city officials and UB students at a public hearing addressing quality of life concerns in the University Heights district.Cindy Anderson, a resident of Montrose Avenue, had several grievances about UB students.

Book Review: Chuck Palahiuks's Lullaby

In his latest novel, Chuck Palahniuk combines the unusual writing style and plot intricacies found in his previous novels.

Hillary Clinton

Two years ago, Hillary Clinton was elected by New York State residents to represent their interests on the national scene in the United States Senate.