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Losing respect

Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:40 p.m.

After last spring’s IUSA elections and the misconduct that surrounded last week’s Residence Halls Association elections, students are left wondering if student government is truly interested in serving them. The generally undignified behavior that marked the RHA Elections, in which only 908 students voted, suggests otherwise.

Pakistan arrests 100s of activitists, bans rallies

Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:38 p.m.

Pakistan arrested hundreds of opposition activists Wednesday and banned protests in two regions ahead of a planned rally outside Parliament that could weaken the already shaky rule of the country’s U.S.-allied government.

U.S. and South Korean Marine soldiers conduct a Force-on-Force drill during the joint U.S.-South Korean military exercises Key Resolve/Foal Eagle 2009 at Rodriguez Range in Pocheon, north of Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday. North Korea put its troops on alert and cut the hot line Monday as the American and South Korean militaries began joint maneuvers. The communist regime warned that even the slightest provocation could trigger war during the 12-day drills.

North Korea accuses Obama of interference

Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:37 p.m.

North Korea took its first swipe at President Barack Obama on Wednesday, accusing his administration of meddling, though the communist country somewhat toned down its recent harsh military rhetoric.

Teen gunman kills self after slaying 17 in Germany

Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:34 p.m.

A 17-year-old gunman dressed in black opened fire inside his former high school in southwestern Germany on Wednesday, killing 17 people before he turned the gun on himself, authorities said.

Watch It

By Cory Barker · Wednesday, March 11,2009 9:23 p.m.

As a longtime fan of the graphic novel that for years has been called unfilmable, it is amazing to see this story on screen – and even more so to see it be nearly as good. Some fanboys will complain of small details missing, and unaware viewers might be confused with the constant flashbacks.

1 dead, 4 injured after SR 46 crash

Wednesday, March 11,2009 9:15 p.m.

Two Ford pickup trucks, one white and one gray, collided head-on near Stinesville Road in Monroe County at about 4:40 p.m. Wednesday. William E. Johnson, 33, of Freedom, Ind., was pronounced dead at the scene by Monroe County Coroner Jerry Reed.

‘90s emo rockers keep it steady and solid

By Greg Winget · Wednesday, March 11,2009 9:09 p.m.

Though The Appleseed Cast have come a long way since the 1990s emo of their debut, their seventh album “Sagarmatha” shows that they might have become a bit too comfortable with the cerebral post-rock of the 21st century.

City launches truancy program targeted at Monroe County school students

By Mehdi Ayari · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:58 p.m.

Monroe County has stepped up its efforts to prevent high school truancy and dropout rates through a new court program.

Sgt. John Obermeier, a member of the Jeffersonville, Indiana Fire Department, concentrates on cutting tile for a bathroom in Police Officer Keith Broady's home on Tuesday. Broady had started the work before he was recently wounded, and now firefighters are helping to complete the renovation.

Firefighters finish remodeling Ind. police officer’s home after being shot

Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:56 p.m.

Jeffersonville firefighters became involved after learning Officer Keith Broady was building a new master bedroom in his home’s attic so the old bedroom could become a nursery for the baby his wife, Kristen, is due to deliver next month.

Man caught trying to rob Showers Inn

By Amanda Bridgman · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:54 p.m.

A man attempting to steal flat screen televisions and computers was caught by police as he was walking out the door.

Steve Clark walks back after checking on his home as the Tippecanoe River still rises Wednesday, March 11, 2009, near Delphi, Ind. Clark left his home early Wednesday morning after the water rose too high.

Flooding troubles parts of Indiana

Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:52 p.m.

Residents evacuated their homes and commuters battled flooded streets Wednesday after days of heavy rain sent northern Indiana rivers spilling out of their banks.

Spring Break entertainment

By Cory Barker · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:47 p.m.

It’s time for spring break, which means you’re probably not thinking about what TV you need to watch. However, there is always the chance that your glorious trip to Cancun or Acapulco could be rained out – and then there you are, stuck in a hotel room. But it’s still spring break, and you’ll just want to have fun. These four shows might not be the best, but they’ll surely entertain.

When in doubt, streamline that look!

By Gabrijel Gelic and Maggie Conner · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:40 p.m.

With countless options to choose from, it is becoming more difficult by the season to pick flattering pieces that will suit your particular shape. To make it easier for you, we spent hours toiling over today’s top trends and came up with tips on looking skinny without sacrificing style.

Going to the chapel: A music guide

By Kelsey McArdle · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:34 p.m.

Weddings are a significant affair. The majority of women – and yes, the occasional guy, as well – let countless hours dwindle away daydreaming about the “big day.” I am not so typical, and my future wedding is barely a blip on my 20-year-old radar. However, I willfully admit that there is one tiny nuptial detail I cannot seem to obsess enough about: the playlist.

Be stylish (even if you’re not the bride)

By Alexa Altman · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:27 p.m.

Wedding attire, though addressed on the invitation, can easily become a shot in the dark. If you show up overdressed, you might outshine the bride and wind up with some dirty looks and a black eye. Appear underdressed, and it looks like you’re ready for any other Saturday night.

Keepin' it real in the recession: Wedding Edition

By Hannah Bolter · Wednesday, March 11,2009 8:21 p.m.

This is wedding planning in a recession. In 2008, about 2.19 million couples got married on an average budget of $21,814. It is projected that in 2009, 2.22 million couples will marry for around $20,398. So how are brides still spending $20,000 but keeping the cost lower than last year in a market where everything costs more?

Bernard Madoff exits Manhattan federal court Tuesday in New York. Bernard Madoff will plead guilty Thursday to 11 criminal counts including money laundering, perjury and securities, mail and wire fraud and will do so without a plea deal, knowing it carries a potential prison term of 150 years, lawyers said Tuesday in court. (AP Photo/ Louis Lanzano)

Madoff will plead guilty, could face 150 years

By Larry Neumeister and Tom Hays · Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:49 a.m.

NEW YORK — Bernard Madoff could be facing his final hours of freedom after acknowledging that he will plead guilty to charges that he engineered one of the largest investment scams in U.S. history and was ready to face a prison sentence of up to 150 years.

Yale student sues airline for $1M over lost Xbox

Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:38 a.m.

CINCINNATI — A Yale University student from Ohio has filed a lawsuit seeking $1 million from US Airways for a video game console he says was taken from his luggage.

A police forensic expert works outside a car dealership, where a shooting incident took place Wednesday in Wendlingen, southern Germany. A 17-year-old gunman, dressed in black, opened fire at his former high school in southwestern Germany, killing at least 15 people before police shot him to death, state officials said. Nine students and three teachers were among the dead, State Interior Minister Heribert Rech said.

Teen dead after killing 15 at German school

By Oliver Schmale · Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:29 a.m.

WINNENDEN, Germany — A 17-year-old gunman dressed in black opened fire at his former high school in southwestern Germany on Wednesday then fled in a hijacked a car, killing at least 15 people before police shot him to death, state officials said.

In this Feb. 28, 2005 file photo, John Demjanjuk arrives at the federal building in Cleveland for an immigration hearing. German prosecutors said Wednesday they have charged retired Ohio auto worker John Demjanjuk with more than 29,000 counts of accessory to murder for his time as a guard at the Nazis' Sobibor death camp, and will seek his extradition from the U.S.

Ohio man charged 29,000 times for role as Nazi camp guard

By David Rising · Wednesday, March 11,2009 10:20 a.m.

BERLIN — German prosecutors said Wednesday they have charged retired Ohio auto worker John Demjanjuk with more than 29,000 counts of accessory to murder for his time as a guard at the Nazis' Sobibor death camp, and will seek his extradition from the U.S.