Democracy has prevailed, at least for the time being. Regrettably, there is still bad news. Although Big Brother might have been bloodied and bruised a bit, Utah's alcohol laws still really suck.

Red Pulse Magazine gives you The Word on what events to check out in the area this week.

I think Susie should stick to her sex toy and forget about getting a husband like Samuel Passi suggests ("Susie needs a husband, not sex-toy stimulation," Feb. 11).

For the first time in four years, the Runnin' Utes own sole possession of first place in the Mountain West Conference, thanks in large part to senior Shaun Green, who dropped 21 points as the Utes took a one-game lead in the MWC standings Wednesday night by defeating San Diego State 67-55. The game also extended Utah's streak to five.

This is in response to Samuel Passi regarding the Durex vibrator ad ("Susie needs a husband, not sex-toy stimulation," Feb. 11). Are we really going to compare a college newspaper, whose readers included those over the age of 18 and beyond, with that of a junior high or elementary school handout?

Like a guerrilla warrior stalking his prey through the jungle, Stefon Alexander (a.k.a. P.O.S.) spits his lyrical fire from all angles. His flows come out quick and hard, highlighting the aggressive musical style that makes P.O.S. a unique force in rap music.

After a big win over the San Diego State Aztecs, one Utah name stood out. Shaun Green nailed a 3-pointer with 1:10 left in the game that sealed the deal for the Utes, giving them a 10-point lead over the Aztecs. But that wasn't all he did.

Instead of maintaining a process that wastes six weeks of time, tax-payer money and the time of possible renters, the Senate should snap out of it and follow the House's lead.

Apparently Hollywood is completely out of ideas. The studios continually search the shelves of their archives looking for something to dig out and put a fresh spin on8212;no matter whether it still holds up or not.

Red Pulse Magazine gives you The Drop on the latest albums from Lily Allen, Heartless Bastards and the compilation album Ten out of Tenn.