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 Proms' Glitz Blitz 
 Captivates UK Teens 

High schoolers embrace pricey US tradition, but some blast 'ghastly import'

(Newser) - Parents and traditionalists alike are feeling the pinch as expensive American-style proms migrate to the UK, the Wall Street Journal finds. Teens crave the stretch limos and extravagant gowns seen in US shows like The O.C . and My Super Sweet 16 . But some educators criticize the trend, including one headmaster bothered by "the ones who are excluded by cost." More »

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Mich. Lax Team Suspended
After Bum Invite

Booted for mooning would-be prom date a bare-butted question

(Newser) - A Michigan high school student thought up a novel way to ask for a prom date. He and 12 lacrosse teammates spelled out "Will You Go to the Prom With Me?" on their butts and mooned the girl at a match, reports the Ann Arbor News . The girl said yes—but unamused school officials have suspended the boys for inappropriate behavior. More »

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OPINION

Fine Arts
Could Use
Some Color

Black author laments lack of company at music, theater events

(Newser) - Britain's culture minister set off a row about high culture and national identity this week in castigating a popular series of classical music concerts for failing to attract a multiethnic audience. For Candace Allen, an African-American author living in London, the debate is more than theoretical: while classical music can be life-affirming, it's tougher to appreciate with white audience members staring at you. More »

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