Archived: May 07, 2007

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Northern Uganda struggles for safety

Children are stolen to aid in the fight, woman says

By Filiberto Ortega

While parents in the United States may worry about what their children see on late night television, it is nothing compared to the fear parents in northern Uganda have when the sun goes down.

For 21 years the people of northern Uganda, located in sub-Saharan Africa, have lived with the fear that their children could be abducted in the night by a rebel group known as the Lord's Resistance Army. The LRA began waging a war against the Ugandan government in 1986, forcing children to fight in their army, a tactic they still employ. Since its formation, the LRA has taken over 30,000 children.

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Roller derby makes a comeback

By Darin Kwilinski

Remember roller skating?

Middle school field trips are the first thing that comes to my mind when I think of roller skating. Then you grew up and got roller blades. It was as if roller skates became obsolete, a memory, a faded photograph which you would remember as "those things that waitresses wore in the '50s."

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Food fit for a night at the opera

By Miranda Agee

Often described as one of Milwaukee's hidden treasures, Nessun Dorma is in a class all its own.

Nessun Dorma, which in Italian means "none shall sleep," was transformed from a drab corner bar to an earthy, candlelit haven where classy jazz piano flows from the sound system. Owners Joe Gilsdorf and Dean Cannestro had visions of an intense wine and beer menu with panini and antipasti so full of rich ingredients, an Italian would feel right at home.

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Third Ward restaurant offers breath of fresh air

By Stephanie Brien

With huge bay windows overlooking Milwaukee's harbor and outdoor seating near the imported sand, Rip Tide Seafood Bar & Grill gives visitors a chance to forget they're in Milwaukee and enjoy some real seafood.

The restaurant is located on the edge of the Third Ward. Driving there I was wondering what I was getting myself into. Turning off Water Street onto Erie Street, for a small stretch it seemed like I was going to the edge of nowhere.

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Move over Motor City

By Gemma Guenther

While Detroit may be the first city that comes to mind when one thinks about the history of the American automobile, Wisconsin's own Hartford once played an important role in the auto industry.

Tucked away in this small community northwest of Milwaukee, the Wisconsin Automotive Museum is truly a hidden jewel for classic car fans.

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Dress to impress

By Melissa Campbell

The gods are teasing us with the promise of warm weather, and the miniskirt in the back of the closet is just begging to come out. In some cases, it already has.

The questionable fashions I see out and about has led me to ponder the question: When is it appropriate to dress like a "ho?" Is it ever acceptable?

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Solve a classic cookout conundrum

By Darin Kwilinski

As you turn the pages to the last match of the semester, I can only imagine your excitement in what it could hold.

World Peace vs. World Hunger? Spiderman vs. Batman? The suspense is killing you! You open the Post and take a look-see to find -- brats vs. hot dogs? What?

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Show off your summer skin

By Andrea Dolnik

Warm weather is upon us, which signals the yearly ritual of shedding clothing. The warmer temperatures make skin-exposing clothing an option.

For girls, we no longer have the option of being lazy. Lazy in the shaving department, that is. It is surely an embarrassing situation to arrive at class, look down and realize you forgot to shave your legs.

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