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Willkie celebrates Asian traditions

By Juliet Eichberg · Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 11:29 p.m.

"The world's most colorful" was how emcee Ying Wang, a senior, described the Lunar New Year celebration Friday evening at Willkie Quad. Wang said the event, sponsored by the Asian Cultural Center, the Office of International Programs and CommUNITY Educators, was unique, entertaining and educational. "(The celebration) showcases to our best ability traditional Asian arts," he said.

O.A.R. electrifies Bluebird crowd

Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 11:28 p.m.

Take a gamble on O.A.R., whose staple song, "Crazy Game of Poker," got the crowd at Bluebird Nightclub, 216 N. Walnut Ave., on its feet Saturday night. The Maryland quintuplet kicked off the first set with its classic "island roots rock" sound, leading into an extended jam of "City on Down," the melody carried by the saxophonist, Jerry DePizzo.

Greenspan supports tax cuts

By Troy Barratt · Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 11:27 p.m.

Constant increases in projected future surpluses have caused Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan to change his fiscally conservative stance of debt reduction to include the goal of tax cuts. While many in Washington side with his new position, some believe it is irrational.

Interest rate decision to be announced

By Trevor Davis · Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 11:25 p.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will meet and announce whether it will cut interest rates, a week after Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan testified before the Senate. Greenspan declined to comment on what Fed policymakers will do when they meet this week. Many investors are looking for the Fed's Open Market Committee to cut short-term interest rates by a half-point.

Bush should reconsider some proposals

By Brian Zell · Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 10:56 p.m.

After reading news reports of his first week in office, I feel the need to warn President George W. Bush of a conspiracy threatening to taint his infant presidency. This conspiracy concerns the "smart" people Dubya has surrounded himself with to allay the fear of the general populace that he might do something stupid, like selling Manhattan back to the Indians for a bunch of shiny beads.

Reinstating the Global Gag Rule

By Sarita Chourey · Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 10:54 p.m.

Reinstating the Global Gag Rule, denying funding to international programs that counsel women on abortion, was a stroke of brilliance on President George W. Bush's part. I find myself rethinking original perceptions of him, giving him a fair shake, as he'd say. How do you make sure a multi-billion dollar Star Wars defense system doesn't go to waste?

IUSA candidates, cough up my money

By Duncan Teater · Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 10:52 p.m.

I have been struggling with the IU Student Association campaign. Whether to write about it, that is. For about 15 months, I've tracked the big election. You know, the one for president. Along the way, I've looked at senatorial races and the odd house race. It's been a good run, especially the two month bonus period. People were mad at each other. Protesters hit the streets. And for the first time in 100 years, our sitting president won fewer votes than his opponent. What a thrill. But all of that is done.

Brand's speech self-serving

Sunday, Jan. 28,2001 10:49 p.m.

Tuesday, IU President Myles Brand stood before gathered members of the National Press Club in Washington, to preach about the state of academics in universities. And preach he did. The only reason Brand was put in the national spotlight was because he was the man who fired men's basketball coach Bob Knight. Without that credit to his name, Brand would just be another face in the crowd of university presidents complaining about the quality of academics.

The Pledge

By Kailash V. Murthi · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:46 p.m.

"The Pledge" is Sean Penn's third directorial effort and his best film to date.

Thirteen Days

By Kailash V. Murthi · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:46 p.m.

For most of "Thirteen Days," we see no one but men in suits trying to solve a seemingly unsolvable problem. Directed by Roger Donaldson, "Thirteen Days" finds intriguing drama in passionate debate, tricky politics and impossible decisions.

Legend Of Zelda: Mask Of Majora

By Beth Trujillo · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:46 p.m.

Everyone's favorite elfish warrior is back. Link has battled the forces of evil, won the heart of a princess and now faces his greatest challenge ever: How to survive a game that has a plot frighteningly similar to a Bill Murray movie.

You

By Jessica Halverson · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:45 p.m.

You has proved the impossible possible. There is such a thing as white, 1980s Motown. Blowing Up is a work of warm, melodic art. This seven-song EP, born in Bloomington, adds an air of sultry freshness to the local scene.

Panic Srikes A Chord

By -Alec Toombs · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:45 p.m.

A Bloomington man by the name of Jeremy Brightbill fronts the surprisingly versatile and able one-man band Panic Strikes a Chord.

Save The Last Dance

By Rachel Kipp · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:45 p.m.

"Save the Last Dance" Starring Julia Stiles, Sean Patrick Thomas Directed by Thomas Carter Rated PG-13 Now Playing at ShowPlace East 11

The Gift

By -Alec Toombs · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:44 p.m.

• Directed by Sam Raimi • Starring Cate Blanchett, Keanu Reeves, Katie Holmes • Rated R • Now playing at ShowPlace West 12

The Four Hundres

By Daven Kolderup and David Kolderup · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:44 p.m.

One of the strengths of Bloomington's local music scene is the sheer depth of styles represented. Indie rock often consists of two-chord punk or blind discipleship to the Beatles or Weezer or both. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but variety is the spice of life, and you are sure to find it here.

Emperor's New Groove

By Jodi Miskell · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:43 p.m.

• Directed by Mark Dindal • Starring the voice talents of David Spade, John Goodman • Rated G • Now playing at ShowPlace West 12

Badly Drawn Boy

By Daven Kolderup and Davin Kolderup · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:42 p.m.

British music fans owe an enormous debt of gratitude to Manchester, England.

Hoosiers lose close rematch

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 3:48 a.m.

Every time the Hoosiers made a run at No. 19 Penn State, the Lady Lions roared back. That was how the game went for the women's basketball team in its 79-70 loss Thursday night.

Injury-plagued Buckeyes suit up goalie, volleyball player

By Aaron Sharockman · Friday, Jan. 26,2001 1:12 a.m.

After starting the season 10-0, Ohio State women's basketball coach Beth Burns couldn't help but have high hopes for the Big Ten season. But the Buckeyes' hopes of fighting for an NCAA tournament bid have taken a slight dive. Burns -- coaching a team plagued with injuries -- is now fighting to keep five healthy Buckeyes on the floor.

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