American Idol - Down to Eight by Chancelucky
I really, really, really hate American Idol, but I love this particular view of the show!

At What Point do I Give Up on Lost? by Craig Lyndall
I can't imagine ever giving up on Lost, but then again, I'm a sucker
for the weird. I hope Craig sticks around long enough to find out what the island is all about.

From Film Editor Erin McMaster:

Jeliel's review of Lucky Number Slevin is what made me decide to actually go see the movie, and I rarely see a movie based on a review. In fact, this might be the first time. So thanks for the recommendation, Jeliel.

Is Lost just a tease? I don't know, but ask Craig Lyndall about when he will Give Up on Lost. He'll tell you about the roller coaster of the show and just how it makes him feel.

CULTURE

From Culture Editor Diana Hartman:

Attitude and energy may be wasted on the young, but it doesn't run out with age. Dawn Olsen hits us with her best shot in Am I Too Old To Rock And Roll?, answering her own question with a resounding "No!"

POLITICS

From Politics Editor Dave Nalle:

I'm Confused About Democrats by Mark Schannon
Thought provoking examination of the frustrating inadequacies of the Democratic party.

Fat Girl Cleavage More Offensive Than Thin Girl Cleavage. Why? by Candye Kane
An articulate and amusing inside look at a little considered aspect of prejudice against large women.

From Asst. Politics Editor Mark Schannon:

Have I Become A Bigot Regarding Fundamentalists? by Jet in Columbus
An interesting take on how the word "fundamentalist" has come to carry such negative connotation. Also raises excellent points about how impossible it seems to be for people to do other than fight over issues.

SPORTS

From Sports Editor Matthew T. Sussman:

A Fitting Name for the New York Mets New Ballpark: Jackie Robinson Field by Victor Lana
The title says it all. Victor recognizes what Jackie Robinson did for baseball in nearby Brooklyn. And what better way to honor his legacy than to name the Mets' new stadium after him? I mean, after all, the stadium is gonna be on 126th street. Divide 126 by three (the number of years until it opens, in 2009) and you have 42 - Robinson's number. That's spooky enough, so make it happen.

My Excellent Curling Adventure by Mary K. Williams
Of course an essay about curling makes the editor's picks. What kind of person do you take me for? But Mary, a relative outsider to the sport, found herself having a great time. Even better, her teenage son also in attendance "had complained quite vigorously ... but when it was all said and done, he was the last one who wanted to leave." That makes up for the glaring error in the headline — when she said "excellent curling" she repeated herself.