By Alexi Chi / Editor-In-ChiefOf the nine justices that preside over the Supreme Court, five of them are Catholic. Along with judges throughout the country, they face the delicate task of balancing their religious beliefs with legal policy. When it comes time to make morally challenging decisions on subjects such as abortion, euthanasia, and capital punishment - issues that typically come in conflict with the Catholic faith - they are obligated to privilege the public good over their personal beliefs.
By Kyolee ParkDavid, an artificial robot, becomes the son of Henry and Monica while their real son lies comatose in a hospital. A robot with sophisticated intelligence, David learns to love eternally but is soon abandoned when the real son recovers. This is a story depicted in the movie A.
By Jennifer Roach
Now in its fifth year, Fire Safety Week returns to the Boston College campus, and while most students remember the week for its famous mock room burning in the Dustbowl, it will be kicking off today with its newest program: "Scoops for Safety."
The new amnesty program was created this year by the Residence Hall Health and Safety Committee to encourage students to be proactive about fire prevention in the residence halls.
By Steven Liu
Most people have heard of the prestigious Nobel Prize handed out every year in Sweden; however, many don't know what an Ig Nobel Prize is. Here's a hint: They're not handed out in Stockholm and the winner of the 2006 Peace Prize was not Muhammad Yunus.
According to Improbable.
By Jennifer Roach
The first-ever Boston College grocery shuttle bus for students is expected to make its first run on Oct. 21. The new program is one of three initiatives the Undergraduate Government of BC has been working on for the upcoming semester. Other initiatives include the creation of a new Student Guide Committee and a points-based reward system for student sports tickets.
By Tom Oliva
What defines a successful football season? A national championship? An ACC championship? A winning record? For many students at Boston College, the answer to the question is a victory over Notre Dame's storied Fighting Irish. Maybe that's why every time there is a game between these two Catholic school rivals, BC students flock to South Bend.
By Christine Zosche
In a college football game for the history books, some came to cheer for their undefeated Eagles, others came to share an unforgettable experience with friends. As for me, I came to South Bend, Ind., for those things and more.
I have unusual ties to Notre Dame - my twin sister, Dianna, is a senior there.
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