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U.S. planes attack Iraqi radar sites

By Robert Burns · Saturday, Feb. 17,2001 2:19 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- President Bush ordered an airstrike Friday on Iraqi military sites south of Baghdad to destroy five military command sites that threatened American and British aircraft. White House spokesman Ari Fleischer said the action was "a routine strike" to enforce the no-fly zone in Iraq and protect U.S. personnel. Bush authorized the strike Thursday morning. British and U.S. planes took part in the attack.

Sitting pretty after day one

By Jason Recker · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 6:10 p.m.

The first race of the finals in the 2001 Big Ten Swimming and Diving Championships might serve as an omen for the Hoosiers. Or at least they hope. The Hoosiers won two events, putting them behind only Michigan after day one of the three-day event at Counsilman Billingsley Aquatic Center. Penn State sits third.

Theta Chi nationals expected to rule today on whether to revoke charter

By Cory Schouten · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 6:08 p.m.

The ruling body of Theta Chi Fraternity was considering the future of IU's Alpha Iota chapter late into Thursday night. The Theta Chi Grand Chapter -- composed of Theta Chi alumni across the country -- discussed during a conference call whether to revoke the fraternity's charter.

Nationals revoke Theta Chi charter

By Cory Schouten · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 6:07 p.m.

Theta Chi's national organization revoked the IU chapter's charter Friday because of a Jan. 27 party at the house. Alcohol was served at the party, a violation of the chapter's probation, said David Westol, executive director of Theta Chi fraternity. The party is also at the center of the IU Police Department's investigation into freshman Seth Korona's death.

Mayor makes State of City speech

By Gina Czark · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 1:08 p.m.

In his annual State of the City address Thursday at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, Mayor John Fernandez revisited many of the familiar themes of his tenure.

In memory of Paul Nutter: student, friend, fighter

By Aline Mendelsohn · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 1:06 p.m.

When I spoke to my friend Paul for the last time in October, I knew things weren't good. I had hoped to visit him, and he told me, "Maybe in a few weeks, when I feel better." He never felt better. For the past few months, I tried to call him, but either the phone was busy or no one answered. Last week, I finally spoke to his mother. "There's some sad news," she said.

Hoosiers hope long shot turns into tourney bid

By David Uchiyama · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 1:02 p.m.

After defeating Northwestern Wednesday, interim head coach Mike Davis said the Hoosiers can beat any team in the Big Ten. The rest of the league might have something to say about that. First up for the Hoosiers is conference leader No. 4 Illinois at 4:30 p.m. Saturday in Assembly Hall.

Gay urban legends exposed

By Duncan Mitchel and Duncan Mitchell · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 11:01 a.m.

Gay people, like most people, have our little bits of subcultural folklore and urban legends. We might decry and denounce the misinformation spread about us by our enemies or other outsiders, but we have a rich mythology of our own. For your entertainment, Iâ€™ll share a few examples.

Conversation: the new elevator music

By Rob Gubitz · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 10:59 a.m.

It's 4:30 in the afternoon. I am standing on the ground level of Ballantine Hall waiting for an elevator. My destination is the fourth floor. But I am lazy and tired, so I am riding the elevators.

Student earns All-USA spot

Friday, Feb. 16,2001 10:44 a.m.

Senior Philip Roessler was one of 20 college students named to the 12th annual USA Today All-USA Academic First Team Thursday. Roessler is part of the team selected from 682 nominees nationwide for his intellectual achievement and leadership. Members of the first team are awarded $2,500 and were featured in Thursdayâ€™s USA Today.

Groups rally for textbooks without taxes

By Holly Johnson and Holy Johnson · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 10:40 a.m.

Students representing three major political factions on campus will rally at 3 p.m. today in support of a proposal for tax-free textbooks in the Walnut Room of the Indiana Memorial Union.

Camp Day shows students alternative for summer job

By by Jennifer Brewer · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 10:34 a.m.

Students in search of an unconventional summer job were in luck Thursday. Eighty summer camps from across the United States came to the Indiana Memorial Union to recruit students for jobs during the annual IU Camp Day.

Napster ruling affects campus

By Josh Hamerman · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 10 a.m.

Students and staff had mixed reactions Monday to a San Francisco appeals court ruling that U.S. District Judge Marilyn Hall Patel must edit her original injunction against Napster Inc. The revision must state it only prevents the unauthorized trade of copyrighted music by users. The appeals court also ruled the company must delete from its Web site all links allowing users to exchange copyrighted material in the form of MP3 files.

Team heads east in second weekend

By Nate Rau · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 2:27 a.m.

Normally, junior Brooke Monroe and sophomore Stormy Hanson are just your run-of-the-mill energetic athletes. But this week the two have hardly been able to contain their excitement. After weeks of anxiously awaiting the start of the women's softball season, the Hoosiers' scheduled season opener Saturday at Evansville was canceled because of soggy field conditions. The cancellation of the game has made the co-captains that much more ecstatic about starting the season, which they will finally be able to do today against Virginia at the Triangle Classic at North Carolina State.

Team anxious for outdoor action, start of season

By Ryan Gunterman · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 2:25 a.m.

If IU's baseball players appear anxious, it's probably because they want to go outside and play. Because of poor weather conditions this spring, the Hoosiers have only ventured outdoors to practice twice, coach Bob Morgan said.

Hoosiers prepare for Big Tens with invitational

By Sarah Trotto · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 2:24 a.m.

This weekend, the Hoosier Hills Track and Field Invitational offers the women's team opportunities to improve times and marks a week before the Big Ten Championships. Some athletes won't run their main events to avoid injury, while others will aim for personal records.

Hoosiers hunting for boost in standings

By Michael Sherman · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 2:23 a.m.

As the wrestling team's regular season comes to a close, Big Ten teams continue to jockey for position in the standings. The 22nd-ranked Hoosiers have an important weekend coming up with road matches against Big Ten rivals Michigan State and Wisconsin.

Mayor's address draws protest, added security

By Joseph S. Pete · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 2:09 a.m.

Four uniformed police officers watched the door Thursday at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater when Mayor John Fernandez gave his State of the City Address.

Minority assumes office

By Jessica Halverson · Friday, Feb. 16,2001 2:01 a.m.

Bobby Fong has come a long way from teaching himself English from comic books and math from baseball cards. For Butler University, the 2001-02 academic year ushers in a new era. Fong will be replacing interim president Gwen A. Fountain in June. Geoffrey Banister, who served as president for 10 years, ended his term a year ago.

'Love, Candy' uses memories, songs for laughter

By Lisa Chapman and Lisa J. Chapman · Thursday, Feb. 15,2001 11:31 p.m.

Laughing at yourself in love was the theme of "Love, Candy" at the Bloomington Playwright's Project, 308 S. Washington St., Wednesday night. Anyone who ever got excited when the cute boy at school said "hello" or looked to see how the pretty girl in class signed her Valentine could relate to this event.