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Report: $800 million stolen from Iraq government in corrupt arms deals

By Alyson Brodsy and Associated Press · Monday, Oct. 23,2006 10:23 p.m.

NEW YORK -- Iraq's former finance minister alleged in a U.S. television report aired Sunday that up to $800 million meant to equip the Iraqi army had been stolen from the government by former officials through fraudulent arms deals.

Ford reports largest loss in 14 years

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Krisher · Monday, Oct. 23,2006 10:20 p.m.

DEARBORN, Mich. -- Ford Motor Co. said Monday its loss widened to $5.8 billion in the third quarter, weighed down by the costs of its massive restructuring plan aimed at reshaping the company and cutting expenses so it can compete better against lower-cost rivals from overseas.

Shiite militiamen re-emerge in troubled southern city in Iraq

By Alyson Brodsy and Hamza Hendawi · Monday, Oct. 23,2006 10:14 p.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Shiite militiamen loyal to a fiery anti-American Shiite cleric re-emerged in the troubled southern city of Amarah on Monday, dragging four policemen aligned with a rival Shiite militia from their homes and killing them.

Hundreds run to remember

By Zack Teibloom · Monday, Oct. 23,2006 7:28 a.m.

The seventh annual Jill Behrman Run for the End Zone brought out about 1,300 runners, many of whom had a connection to the family, on Saturday's brisk and sunny morning. Many in attendance were quick to bring up the ongoing trial, which provided an extra incentive and desire to remember Jill. The event, which began and ended in the John Mellencamp Pavilion Saturday, included a 5-kilometer run and walk and a 1-mile walk, as well as a number of informative booths. The high turnout and diverse group of runners -- the youngest was four, the oldest was 85, made race planners proud. "It's like that first year with the community coming together for the family to show their support," said Chris Geary, director of programming and research for Recreational Sports. Proceeds for this year's run will be donated to the Jill Behrman Emerging Leader Scholarship and Jill's House, the recently approved temporary home for families of patients receiving care at the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute in Bloomington.

IUSA hopes to aid rape fund

By Kristi Oloffson · Monday, Oct. 23,2006 12:34 a.m.

After a vast decline in student donations to the Rape Crisis Fund, the IU Student Association announced the formation of a task force Friday that could decide to pull the fund's money away from Middle Way House, the recipient of the donations for nearly 20 years.

County records show low student turnout at the polls

By Audrie Garrison · Monday, Oct. 23,2006 12:31 a.m.

The last time Monroe County had an non-presidential national election only 17 people from the Bloomington Five precinct showed up to vote. The precinct, which had 1,281 registered voters at the time, is entirely on-campus -- it includes any land between Fee Lane, Jordan Avenue, 17th and 10th streets. The precinct includes Foster Quad and seven greek houses. Only 1.4 percent of Bloomington Five residents actually voted in the 2002 congressional election.

Workshop gives informatics insight

By Sonia Rana · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:46 p.m.

The IU School of Informatics is working to bring the new age of computing to the next generation. The school hosted 20 computer science students from 10 historically black colleges and universities to a three-day workshop called "Bring IT On!" this weekend, in which participants were encouraged to develop outreach programs for younger students in their respective institutions and communities.

Class discusses how 'Power and Violence' affect life

By Megan Rohrer · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:46 p.m.

Many courses offered at IU have titles that are stronger than others, as they tackle issues beyond typical course disciplines. "Power and Violence" is one of those classes, teaching how coercion, persuasion, consensus and dissent operate in the politics and performances of everyday life. The class examines the idea of power and how it is present and active in everything people do or come into contact with.

INPIRG hopes pledge drive nets $13,000

By Vivian Huang · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:45 p.m.

Volunteers for the Indiana Public Interest Research Group, a student environmentalist group, will be asking IU community members for pledges this week to help sponsor its four campaigns -- the New Voter Project, Campus Climate Challenge, Hunger and Homelessness and Higher Education Affordability.

'Bounce 4 Beats' raises about $3,500

By Kasey Hawrysz · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:44 p.m.

Vying for cash and glory, both Greeks and independents alike faced off in Sigma Alpha Mu's three-on-three basketball tournament Saturday afternoon. The event, which benefited the Alzheimer's Association and Dance Marathon, raised $3,500.

Student leaders want vote on general education committee

By Pete Stuttgen · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:43 p.m.

While a vast majority of faculty and students support the newly approved general education requirements, some opposition exists on how much student input should be allowed on the issue in the future. At an Oct. 3 meeting, the Bloomington Faculty Council passed a proposal that established a core of general education classes and created the General Education Committee, which will make decisions regarding any future changes in general education requirements.

A Saturday of seeking shelter

By Alyson Brodsy and Andrew Shaffer · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:29 p.m.

Do I understand your question, man? Is it hopeless and forlorn?" Not exactly, but IU expectations fell face-first flat against the crowned kings of the Bowl Championship Series.

Dear Crimson Crew,

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:28 p.m.

Our win against then-No. 15 Iowa was great for our football program, our biggest win in nearly 20 years. But to me, this win was even sweeter because we got to do it front of our fans at "the Rock." If you weren't there, you missed a great celebration after the game.

Offensive line struggles against Buckeye defense

By Tim O Brien and Tim O'Brien · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:27 p.m.

IU coach Terry Hoeppner believes in the old football mantra, "Games are won in the trenches." Unfortunately for the Hoosiers, IU never gained an advantage in the trenches on either side of the ball during Saturday's 44-3 loss against No. 1 Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio.

BUSY WEEKEND

By Alyson Brodsy and Kelsey Peters · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:25 p.m.

BUSY WEEKEND -- The IU men's tennis team competed in the Hoosier Invitational and the ITA Regional this weekend. Senior Arnaud Roussel won the singles title at the Hoosier Invitational Sunday, while senior David Bubenicek led the way for IU at the ITA Regional.

The Biggest Defeat

By Tim O Brien and Tim O'Brien · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:25 p.m.

IU coach Terry Hoeppner believes in the old football mantra, "Games are won in the trenches." Unfortunately for the Hoosiers, IU never gained an advantage in the trenches on either side of the ball during Saturday's 44-3 loss against No. 1 Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio.

Hoosiers begin Big Ten/Pac-10 Challenge

By Kevin Kane · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:23 p.m.

The Hoosiers aren't looking to make friends within their conference this week.

IU finishes 28th in Head of the Charles

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:23 p.m.

The IU women's rowing team finished 28th in the championship race at the Head of the Charles in Boston on Sunday. IU's top coxswain and eight rowers, who comprised the varsity boat, completed the three-mile course in 17:08.314. The team was just shy of achieving its goal of placing in the top 25 crews but clocked in at a faster time than 18 of the other entrants.

Coach speaks at NAACP banquet

By John Wustrow · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:21 p.m.

IU women's basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack talked about the importance of voting while drawing on some lessons from basketball Saturday when the first-year Hoosier coach gave a 15-minute speech at the Monroe County NAACP's Freedom Fund Banquet Dinner.

Colts, Manning beat up Washington 36-22

By Alyson Brodsy and Michael Marot · Sunday, Oct. 22,2006 11:20 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Washington knocked Peyton Manning around for a half. Then Manning knocked out the Redskins. After being bent over awkwardly twice in the first half and once appearing hurt, the two-time MVP responded with three third-quarter touchdown passes, leading Indianapolis to a 36-22 victory Sunday.