Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Of Interest


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New eats en Echo Park:



"Our casual American bistro features classic dishes with an eclectic international influence using quality seasonal ingredients. Our food is simple, tasty and moderately priced, our service is friendly and professional. We have great options for vegetarians, vegans and carnivores alike. Currently, we do not offer beer or wine, but we encourage our customers to bring their own with no corkage fee. The Park is a place to relax, get nourished and hang out with your neighbors. We look forward to seeing you soon."
1400 Sunset Blvd
at the corner of Douglas
in Echo Park


The Avett Brothers: Beyond Blood
Hear an interview and performance from KEXP


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Songs of Sadr Provide Soundtrack for Shiite Militia
"As part of its campaign against the Shiite cleric Muqtada al Sadr and his militia, the Iraqi government has imposed a ban on distributing and even playing in public a genre of war-like songs that praise Sadr's fighters."


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Robot Conducts the Detroit Symphony
"David Everson, who plays the French horn, said that while ASIMO's timing was impeccable, like a metronome, something clearly was missing.
'This thing doesn't have any eyes,' Everson said. 'You can't see its eyes. They can't convey any kind of emotions to you[.]'"


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Kennedy Has Malignant Brain Tumor, Doctors Say
"Doctors in Boston say Sen. Ted Kennedy has a malignant brain tumor, the apparent cause of the seizure he suffered on Saturday."


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