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Greenhouse protects foliage despite frosty weather

Catching the eye of the casual observer on East Third Street, the greenhouse in Jordan Hall might look like something from an old science-fiction movie. The dome-shaped room with large windows is difficult to place until one sees what's inside.

Olmert, in dramatic policy shift, urges Palestinians to return to negotiations

JERUSALEM -- Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert reached out to the Palestinians on Monday in one of his most conciliatory speeches yet, saying he was prepared to grant them a state, release desperately needed funds and free prisoners if they choose the path of peace.

Fact or Fiction

Mothers often tell their children to zip up their jackets to avoid getting the dreaded seasonal cold, but according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Web site, these moms are dishing out unfounded advice.

Professor shares insight about brain after suffering stroke

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor spent more than 10 years training to become a brain scientist. But the four hours during which she suffered a massive stroke taught her far more than all her years in academia.

Global warming affecting animals earlier than expected

WASHINGTON -- Animal and plant species have begun dying off or changing sooner than predicted because of global warming, a review of hundreds of research studies contends.

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The power of office politics

It is a well-known fact that the majority of information passed through an organization goes through informal channels such as gossip or informal meetings at the water cooler. This fact is important for all new hires to consider when entering their first full-time positions.

IU sweeps all 5 Hoosier Duals' matchups

This weekend marked the most successful match of the still young IU wrestling season. IU scored a perfect 5-0 performance in its only home match this fall. Four members of the team also went 5-0 Saturday at the Hoosier Duals in Assembly Hall. Freshman Angel Escobedo, one of the four Hoosiers to finish undefeated on the day, said he was pleased with his performance.

Research finds holiday weight gain reality for students

BOSTON -- New research suggests that the typical student leaves holiday weekends as stuffed as the turkey, gaining more than a pound during the short break.

Some students don't wait for a diploma to start businesses

Some students are anxious to get out into the "real world." Three 21-year-old IU students didn't wait for graduation before getting their feet wet in the small-business world.

Mayor of Bloomington discusses community issues with students

Ice cream businesses brave the winter months

The holidays are here, and while customers are lining up for warm apple cider and hot chocolate at Starbucks, Bloomington's ice cream stores are trying to keep up.

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Fraternity networking

In 1988, after graduating from IU with a degree in biology, Boyd Zoccola traveled to Europe with some of his Sigma Chi fraternity brothers. Some of the members were involved with industrial real estate, and their dealings piqued his interest in the field. Zoccola described the trip as "just a boondoggle to see Europe" but said it changed his career path.

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Police display fake art pieces at exhibition to warn London dealers

Hark, hear the guitars!

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