A fire broke out in the undersea Channel Tunnel which
left thousands of people stranded in France and England.
The fire, which started in a trucck that overturned,
broke out 11 kilometers from the French entrance at 3:55
p.m. French time. Six suffered smoke inhalation while 26
other people were helped by the Red Cross, none were
hospitalized at this time.
According to Eurotunnel, 32 people were aboard the
shuttle train transporting trucks when the fire broke
out.
"Obviously our highest priority tonight is to help
those travelers who have not been able to complete their
journeys." Simon Montague, spokesman for Eurotunnel.
Trace amounts of drugs found in
drinking water
At least 46 million Americans are being affected by the
problem of trace amounts of pharmaceuticals in
drinking water supplies.
Seventeen reported cases in Reno, Nev., Savannah, Ga.,
Colorado Springs, Co., and Huntsville, Ala. all
tested positive. Meanwhile, Boston, Phoenix and
Seattle were among the cities with no
detections. There are at least 27 additional
metropolitan areas that have yet to have their
drinking water analyzed.
Residues of the drugs are commonly flushed into sewers
and waterways through human excretion. Most of
the pharmaceuticals slip past the sewage and
drinking water plants.
SPORTS
New England Patriots fans last week witnessed something they never
wanted to see: star quarterback Tom Brady injured and put out for
the rest of the season. Adam Stahl discusses the
Patriots' chances at winning the Super Bowl.
Franklin Pierce pitchers tested their mettle against the
U.S. Olympic
team this summer with favorable results.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Perhaps the biggest
video game release of the year is just upon America
with the release of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed coming out
Tuesday September 16.
If you are looking to get
involved in the production of campus arts and entertainment here
are some people you can contact for more information. WFPC-LP 105.3 FM: Station Manager
A.J. Kierstead - kiersteada@franklinpierce.edu
FP-TV25: Station Manager Ericka McGowan - mcgowane@franklinpierce.edu
The Pierce Arrow: Editor in Chief Tony Catinella -
catinellaa@franklinpierce.edu
HOMETOWN HERO
"How
would I feel if I never actually did it, and
would I feel like I betrayed myself and
betrayed my country? I'll never have to know
what that feels like because I know that I
made my sacrifice."
It is a tough job for many to choose, but this week's
Hometown Hero, Barrett
Schenk, joined The Marines
with a mission: to protect his country.
First
beam from proton accelerator
causes celebration and suicide
On Sept. 10th the first beam of
protons was fired at almost the
speed of light around the
17-mile-long underground
circular path of the Large
Hadron Collider (LHC).
The LHC's Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment is
expected to help answer
mysteries such as: What is the
origin of mass? Do extra
dimensions exist? And how did
the universe come to be?
While this break through excites some it frightens
others like Chayya, a teenage
girl in India who killed herself
after reportedly being
traumatized by reports that the
LHC's
"Big Bang" experiments could
cause the apocalypse.
*...we've got fun
and games." Guns N' Roses - Welcome to the Jungle
CAMPUS NEWS
What's going on around campus:
A Franklin Pierce
University student has withdrawn from the Rindge campus
following a threat he made to students
in his dorm.
At Students
for Sensible Drug Policy’s (SSDP) first meeting this year
President Rob Nicholson spoke before a packed house of veteran
members and curious freshmen. With a small piece of white chalk
he tapped the four main goals dominating the black broad, each
collision ringing out on a captivated audience. At the end of
the meeting each person gave their name and reason attending.
Most came because they or their friends had been
victimized by the Drug War. As people would tell such stories,
murmurs would roll through the crowd, all could empathize, they
were there for the same reason.
Styrofoam cups are out in
the cafeteria, but free
mugs will be given away soon by the Ecology Club
as part of Sodexo's wide-ranging movement to go green in the caf.
James
Thorpe, the 2007 Men’s Soccer Division II Player of the Year for
Franklin Pierce, recently won a gold medal as he and his Major
League Soccer team, D.C. United, defeated Charleston Battery in
Washington, D.C. in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup championship.
Thorpe, who set numerous goalkeeping records during his
four-year career at Franklin Pierce, was the backup goalkeeper
during the match. He has seen action for United’s reserve team
since being drafted in the fourth round of the MLS Supplemental
Draft earlier this year.
The Pierce
Media Group of the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication is
reporting huge freshman participation early this semester. WFPC-LP,
FP-TV 25 and the Pierce Arrow held their first meetings of the
year and reported a total of 84 freshmen signed up for their
respective programs.
FEATURES
Some go abroad with hopes of finding out who
they really are, and what their purpose is in life. Janet Smith
did just that but her
friends didn't like the new her.
Looking at the forecast, there might be a chance of
rain this weekend. However, we all know that forecasts are not
always accurate, so get outside. Enjoy the grass while
you can, snow will be here soon enough.
Adventure Recreation has
many opportunities for students. I am a senior and I still
haven't taken full advantage of what they have to offer. This
weekend alone there are three events to be a part of:
Downriver Kayaking on the Contoocook River,
Peterborough, NH, Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(approximate return time). This is great for anyone if you
have experience in a kayak or not, there's a first time for
everything. Transportation, kayak/paddle, and PFD are all
provided for you for only a $5.00 deposit when you sign-up
at the bubble.
Don't want
to paddle downriver and risk getting wet? How about getting
high? That's right Outdoor Rock Climbing from 10:00
a.m. – 6:00 p.m. is also an option on Saturday. The
university provides transportation to Crow Hill (Leominster,
MA), climbing gear, and instruction. Again, only for a $5.00
deposit at the bubble.
Who
doesn't enjoy climbing a mountain with 500 other people?
The Grand Monadnock Climb is one of the oldest
traditions this university has. Get your hiking boots on
Sunday, and meet at Peterson Hall at 11:00 a.m.
If the outdoors doesn't do it for you, then there are plenty of
other options as well.
On Sunday, The Pierce Activities Council (PAC) is
providing a bus trip to the Big E. Hop on that big coach
bus and ride it to Springfield, MA for the biggest fair in the
Northeast and considered one of the top 100 events by the
American Bus Association. Sign-up at the information desk and
pay only $5.00.
Want to get active within the
political sphere? There are also ways to give a helping hand
around the community with your local Democrats and Republicans.
Barack Obama will be in Concord, NH, Friday, for a
"Change We Need" Rally. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the program
begins at 6:00 p.m. The event is free however, you will need a
ticket. If you cannot make it to Concord, the Senator will also
be in Manchester on Saturday. For more information check
out
http://NH.barackobama.com
Republicans also have a
chance to show support for John McCain at the New
Hampshire NASCAR race in Loudon on Sunday. Get together
with fellow Republicans and enjoy the true American sport of
NASCAR. For more information check out
http://www.johnmccain.com/Informing/Calendar/
Those are the
best options, now get off the computer and go enjoy the weekend!
HEALTH AWARENESS
Feeling
stressed out is not uncommon in the first few weeks
of a new school year. Getting used to new classes, professors,
living areas, etc and trying to get your schedule re-balanced is
a challenge but the key is to not let it take over your mindset.
There are several universally proven strategies to make sure
that stress does not get the best of you.
THE EXCHANGE: WHO WE ARE
The
Exchange is a student-produced newspaper that appears
weekly. This week's managing editor is Audra Clark
Let us know what you think: send your comments,
questions or queries to NowYouExchange@gmail.com
First
beam from proton accelerator
causes celebration and suicide
