Sections Options Links Classifieds InteractiveSince the very beginning of the global recession, almost every economist in the world looked at the events unfolding and decided it would be best to stray from the economic tactics of Herbert Hoover. They called for short-term spending, preferably on public works and infrastructure, for an ideal combination of temporary and long-term recovery.
In 1976, the world was desperate for a rock star. The Beatles had long ago broken up, Elvis was not long for this world and the Rolling Stones were beaten black and blue by marriage and drug issues. The rock world was going hard with Led Zeppelin or glam with David Bowie, leaving mainstream rock with no strong representation.
Missouri State administrators have suggested study-away students in Mexico return to the U.S. early because of the swine flu pandemic. However, these students aren't required to have any kind of flu testing before coming back to campus. Missouri State is merely suggesting a health screening before the students can return to campus - a place that is usually a breeding ground for infectious diseases due to the close proximity in which we all live, interact and conduct business.