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TamarŐs instrument of seduction in the Hebrew Bible, PenelopeŐs shroud in HomerŐs Odyssey, accessory of brides as well as widows, and hallmark of the religious and the wealthy, the veil has historically been an intriguing signifier.


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Bush-Cheney Administration's Assault on Open Government

An eminent archivist dissects the campaign spearheaded by Cheney and Gonzales to gut the nation's open government laws, neuter congressional oversight, and shroud the executive branch in secrecy.


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Bones, Rocks and Stars

What is the Turin Shroud? When were the Pyramids built? Where are the branches on the human family tree? Why did the dinosaurs die out? How did the Earth take shape? With questions like these, says Chris Turney, time is of the essence.


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