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What happened on April 26, 2004
OPINION
Child Care Held Hostage
A Message Written in Blood
Sierra Club Back to Basics
Adding Mexican Trucks
President's Poll Ratings and Pictures of Coffins
Pharmaceutical Giants Reap Unseemly Profits
Fiscal Follies
Lone Professors Resist Grade Inflation
Oversized Car Stereos Assault the Quality of Life
Maybe College Isn't Right for This Kid
Still on Catastrophe's Edge By Robert Mcnamara and Helen Caldicott, Robert McNamara was secretary of Defense for presidents Kennedy and Johnson. Helen Caldicott is a pediatrician and president of the Nuclear Policy Research Institute.
Grouping Kids by Age Should Have Vanished With the Little Red Schoolhouse By Denis P. Doyle, Denis P. Doyle was a member of the National Commission on Time and Learning. He is vice chairman of a company that makes Web-based products to advance education reform.
The 9/11 Panel Looks the Wrong Way By Amitai Etzioni, Amitai Etzioni teaches sociology at George Washington University. His book "From Empire to Community: A New Approach to International Relations" (Palgrave) will be published in May.
War in Iraq Aims a Bullet at the Heart of the Economy By James K. Galbraith, James K. Galbraith teaches at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas in Austin and is chair of Economists Allied for Arms Reduction, www.ecaar.org, a global network of economists concerned with peace and security issues.
ENTERTAINMENT
'70s spirit puts new spring in Kid's step By Steve Appleford, Special to The Times
The Queen Mary 2 sails into a changing harbor By Geraldine Baum
A shortcut up the chart By Geoff Boucher, Times Staff Writer
Box Office
Analyze this: 'The Talking Cure's' faults and strengths By Dimitra Arlys, Dimitra Arlys is an actress living in Los Angeles.
Revenge 1st, romance 2nd By Patrick Day, Special to The Times
Pain by numbers By Scott Collins and Maria Elena Fernandez, Times Staff Writers
Trout Fishing lets loose its inner child By Lynne Heffley, Times Staff Writer
An escape plan, sweet and simple By Rob Kendt, Special to The Times
How would you stop traffic jams?
It's socially apt, but show tied to cooperative's soft drink is flat By Christopher Knight, Times Staff Writer
Hot bodies, cool attitudes By Lewis Segal, Times Staff Writer
Unscripted adoration By Hilary E. Macgregor, Times Staff Writer
Freedom of flight is tainted by terror By Al Martinez
Jokes & Riddles
Taking a stately step back in time By Lewis Segal, Times Staff Writer
'Coffins' and now chaos By Lynn Smith, Times Staff Writer
'Meet Lance Armstrong' By Gloria D. Miklowitz, Special to The Times
Israeli films focus on inner conflicts By Kevin Crust
After a respite, Eminem marshals his energies anew By Geoff Boucher
Flashy moves highlight festival of solos, duets By Sara Wolf, Special to The Times
WORLD
Spirit Reset in Stone By Richard C. Paddock, Times Staff Writer
Nations Endorse Plan for Climate Watch From Times Wire Reports
Karzai Invites Taliban Members to Vote From Times Wire Reports
Pope Adds to His Record by Beatifying 6 People From Times Wire Reports
Israeli Court Sides With Palestinian Journalists From Times Wire Reports
500 in Quarantine After Small SARS Outbreak From Times Wire Reports
Hong Kong Reforms Rejected By Tyler Marshall, Times Staff Writer
Fallouja Talks Take Turn for the Better, U.S. Says By Jeffrey Fleishman and Tony Perry, Times Staff Writers
Reduced to Scrap
Perils of War Remain in the Soil of Vietnam By David Lamb, Times Staff Writer
Island Clashes Kill 10 By Richard C. Paddock, Times Staff Writer
Insurgents Fortify Positions in Najaf By Edmund Sanders, Times Staff Writer
Fragmented Europe Invites Terrorism By Sebastian Rotella, Times Staff Writer
Israeli Officials Soften Sharon Threat By Ken Ellingwood, Times Staff Writer
Bitter Aftermath
BUSINESS
Activists Target Political Gifts By Jonathan Peterson, Times Staff Writer
Board Facing Eisner Question By Richard Verrier, Times Staff Writer
Attack May Drive Up Price of Crude From Bloomberg News
Cows Come Home Fast By Terril Yue Jones, Times Staff Writer
For Google, Going Public Is Far From a No-Brainer By Chris Gaither, Times Staff Writer
Senate to Debate Internet Taxation From Reuters
Senate to Debate Internet Taxation From Reuters
Southwest Flies Into Labor Turbulence By James F. Peltz, Times Staff Writer
TiVo Is Well-Known but Not as Well-Owned By May Wong, Associated Press
HEALTH
Study supports treating asthma with exercise By Martin Miller, Times Staff Writer
Now you can get a life while you get in shape By Jeannine Stein, Times Staff Writer
Frequent squatting could increase the risk of arthritis in knee joints By Jane E. Allen
Most diabetic adults should be taking statins By Jane E. Allen
'We clicked' By Valerie Reitman, Times Staff Writer
An early lesson learned: Never give up hope By Linda Reid Chassiakos, Special to The Times
Back on their feet By Martin Miller, Times Staff Writer
A balanced ab approach
Strengthen your grip with every squeeze By Roy M. Wallack
Bursts of magnetic energy may ease severe depression By Linda Marsa, Special to The Times
High-fat breakfast may raise heart risks By Jane E. Allen, Times Staff Writer
Marijuana use is pushing teens into treatment By Benedict Carey, Times Staff Writer
Stent recommended to prevent strokes By Delthia Ricks, Newsday
An alternative to the real ginseng By Elena Conis
Snack machines try to shake junk-food image By Jane E. Allen, Times Staff Writer
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Schools Get Waivers for Algebra Law By Joel Rubin, Times Staff Writer
Authors Share Views With Fans on Final Day of Book Festival By Richard Fausset, Times Staff Writer
Reservist Finally Gets His Fighting Chance By Jocelyn Y. Stewart, Times Staff Writer
Man Shot to Death in Gunfight With Police From Times Staff Reports
Democrats Closing In on Wasteful Tax Breaks By George Skelton
Thomas Corbally, 83; Figure of Mystery Was Reputed Spy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Marketing Outdraws Mariachis at L.A. Fiesta By Daniel Hernandez, Times Staff Writer
For Troops, This Road Is Not a Drill By Chris O'Connell, Special to The Times
Jose Giovanni, 80; French Writer, Filmmaker and Onetime Condemned Prisoner in Paris From Times Staff and Wire Reports
L.A. Mayor Unbowed as Political Storms Brew By Noam N. Levey, Times Staff Writer
A High-Placed Father With Son in Trouble By Claire Luna, Times Staff Writer
Group Plans Surgery Facility By Hugo Martin, Times Staff Writer
Jackson Replaces His Lead Attorneys By Monte Morin and Megan Garvey, Times Staff Writers
Budget, Programming Challenges Face New KOCE Owners By Jeff Gottlieb, Times Staff Writer
Cosmetics Queen Put New Face on Beauty Industry By Bettijane Levine, Times Staff Writer
Woman, 18, Dies in Freeway Accident From Times Staff Reports
2 Men Accused of Imprisoning Worker From Times Staff Reports
Police Uncover Meth Lab; Woman Arrested From Times Staff Reports
L.A. Parks Out of Children's Reach By Miguel Bustillo, Times Staff Writer
Paul Benson, 85; Former U.S. Judge Presided Over Notable Murder Trials From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Peter Prescott, 68; Award-Winning Book Critic and Author From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Jerome Lobel, 75; Fought Construction of Dams in Grand Canyon From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Pebble Beach Development Plan Debated By Irwin Speizer, Special to The Times
At OCC's Campus Recycling Center, Trash Is Turned Into Scholarships By Kevin Pang, Times staff writer
Legislators to Weigh In -- Literally -- on Obesity Issue By Patt Morrison, Times Staff Writer
Some See Winner in Hollywood Park Move By Jean O. Pasco and Cynthia Daniels, Times Staff Writers
RV Fire Spreads to 2,000 Acres By Lance Pugmire, Times Staff Writer
1 of 3 in California Favor Gay Marriage By Lee Romney, Times Staff Writer
Every Show Is a Road Show for Oxnard Actors By Fred Alvarez, Times Staff Writer
Moorpark Woman Is Hit, Killed by Vehicle From a Times Staff Writer
U.S. Marine Killed in 2-Car Crash From a Times Staff Writer
NATIONAL
Zoo Shuts Ape House as It Awaits TB Results From Times Wire Reports
Justices Told to Officiate Gay Marriages or Resign From Times Wire Reports
$1.5-Million Burglary Ring Cracked, Police Say From Times Wire Reports
Divers Search Creek for 2-Year-Old Boy From Times Wire Reports
Bankers Pledge Expanded Debt Relief By Warren Vieth, Times Staff Writer
Iraq's Political Price Mounts By Janet Hook, Times Staff Writer
Kerry, on Friendly Iowa Turf, Sharpens Attack By James Rainey, Times Staff Writer
In Act III of Their Lives, All's Well By Josh Getlin, Times Staff Writer
Kerry Skips Nuance on Mideast Policy When It's Needed Most By Ronald Brownstein
Abortion Rights Marchers Decry Global Setbacks By Richard B. Schmitt and Faye Fiore, Times Staff Writers
SPORTS
His All-Time Favorite TV Show: 'Flipper'
Kobe Time Arrives, Well, Just in Time By J.A. Adande
Martinez Seals Red Sox Sweep From Associated Press
Angels Get Message Across on the Road By Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
They're on Right Road With Play Against West By Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
Avenger Offense Fires Up on Road By Jack Mccarthy, Special to the Times
Bonds' Attorney Attacks Steroid Allegations By David Wharton, Times Staff Writer
Mondesi Backs Off His Threat to Leave Pirates From Associated Press
Sanders Throws In Towel After Loss to Klitschko By Steve Springer, Times Staff Writer
He Chooses Kids' Hoops Over Men's Hoopla By Paul Gutierrez, Times Staff Writer
Bryant Is Back in Court Today By Steve Henson, Times Staff Writer
Hot Corner By Larry Stewart
There's a Gray Outlook for This Kentucky Derby By Bill Christine, Times Staff Writer
St Averil Will Run in Derby By Bill Christine
Ishii Is a Complete Success in Victory By Bill Shaikin, Times Staff Writer
Robinson's Daughter Has Some Ideas By Bill Shaikin, Times Staff Writer
A Second Day Run on Bruins By Lonnie White, Times Staff Writer
Trades Rule the Day From Associated Press
Young Manning Picked Bad Time for Power Play By Chris Dufresne
Rockets Get Painful Lesson in Playoff Savvy By Mark Heisler
Valenzuela Returns from Suspension a Winner By Bob Mieszerski, Times Staff Writer
Olympics Unlikely for Malone By Tim Brown, Times Staff Writer
Deliverance in Overtime By Tim Brown, Times Staff Writer
Winning Decision Goes Gordon's Way From Associated Press
Martin Just Keeps It Real as the Nets Sweep Knicks From Associated Press
Duncan Joins All-NBA Elite From Associated Press
Game 4 Report By Mike Bresnahan, Times Staff Writer
Williams Powers U.S. to Fed Cup Victory From Times Staff and Wire Reports
2004 Nfl Draft Analysis By Sam Farmer
Esche Does It Again, Flyers Edge Maple Leafs From Associated Press
Streaking Castilla Drives Rockies, 4-1 From Associated Press
Biasella's Aces Aren't Enough By Elia Powers, Times Staff Writer
Quotebook
Brothers Share a Down Moment By Mark Heisler, Times Staff Writer
Arsenal Clinches Title With a Tie From Times Wire Reports
There's Real Criticism of Beckham By Grahame L. Jones
Spurs Ready if Lakers Willing, Able By Jerry Crowe, Times Staff Writer
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